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3.3 from 101 reviews
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Drake Center Costs & Pricing
At Drake Center, the monthly costs for room types are competitively positioned within the broader context of Hamilton County and Ohio. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay between $3,750 and $4,750, which is notably lower than the county average of $4,617 and slightly above the state average of $3,965. When it comes to private accommodations, prices range from $4,000 to $5,000; while this rate falls below Hamilton County's average of $5,246, it remains higher than Ohio's overall average of $4,771. These pricing structures reflect Drake Center's commitment to providing quality care while maintaining affordability relative to the local market.
Floor plans
Drake Center
Hamilton County
Ohio
Semi-Private
$3,750 to $4,750
$4,617
$3,965
Private
$4,000 to $5,000
$5,246
$4,771
Overall Review of Drake Center
common20 reviews mention this
Therapy support is a major focus
Residents and families consistently describe hands-on therapy that helps with recovery goals.
A large share of reviewers bring up rehabilitation therapyâespecially physical and occupational therapyâdescribing helpful sessions and therapists who guide exercises and progress. Several people also mention aquatic therapy or frequent therapy schedules tied to getting back on their feet or improving mobility. A smaller number of reviews mention therapy being limited or not organized, but positive therapy experiences appear more frequently than negative ones.
common36 reviews mention this
Staff attention ranges widely
Reviews describe both supportive caregivers and moments when communication or respect fell short.
Many reviewers praise nursing, aides, therapists, and front-desk staff for being compassionate, knowledgeable, and responsive, and some specifically thank individuals for being kind and supportive. Others report rudeness, being ignored when assistance is needed, or staff leaving patients unattended for long periods. Taken together, residents and families seem to experience the staff differently depending on the situation and unit coverage.
caveat18 reviews mention this
Call buttons and staffing are recurring
Multiple reviews raise concerns about staffing levels and delays getting help.
A recurring complaint is that call buttons or requests for help are not answered promptly, with some reviewers describing long waits for assistance or repeated failures to respond. Several accounts also mention understaffing, weekend coverage issues, or that staff shortages affected care decisions. Some reviewers counter that they received the help they needed and felt confident in care, but the staffing and response-time issues show up often enough to be a clear concern.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and infection concerns appear
Several reviews mention cleanliness problems, including pests and unclean areas.
While some reviewers describe the facility as clean and others mention good environmental services, multiple reviews describe serious cleanliness issues. Examples include bed bugs, dirty floors and rooms, and unclean medical equipment or areas like a trach. Because these concerns are paired with complaints about delayed assistance, cleanliness becomes part of the broader experience for the negative reviews.
common6 reviews mention this
Food is usually described as good
Food is often described positively, even though a few residents report dissatisfaction.
Several reviewers mention the food as good or well-portioned, and at least one describes liking the flavors. Others connect food to overall comfort during recovery stays. A smaller set of reviews contradicts that view, describing food as inedible or not tasting right.
differentiator2 reviews mention this
Costs look more affordable locally
Pricing is presented as lower than county and state benchmarks for both unit types.
The published pricing range for this communityâs units sits below county and state benchmarks in the pricing summary provided. Reviews also include both positive and negative care experiences, but the pricing presentation itself leans toward value compared with those broader references.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
85 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (15 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
Walgreens (1.8 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Kroger Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Walgreens (3.7 miles)
Kroger Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
Places of Worship
St James of the Valley (0.9 miles)
St Vivian's Catholic Church (2 miles)
Adath Israel Congregation (2.9 miles)
Lifespring Christian Church (3.1 miles)
St Mary Church (5.6 miles)
City of Madisonville (6.1 miles)
White Oak Chapel (6.2 miles)
Restaurants
Station Family BBQ (1.3 miles)
McDonald's (1.8 miles)
Skyline Chili (2.1 miles)
Buffalo Wings & Rings (2.1 miles)
Hook Fish & Chicken (2.6 miles)
McDonald's (3.2 miles)
White Castle (3.5 miles)
Cafes
Gabby's Cafe (1.3 miles)
Panera Bread (2 miles)
Silverton Cafe (4.4 miles)
Starbucks (4.9 miles)
The 86 Coffee Bar & Concert Venue (5.7 miles)
Hospitals
Summit Behavioral Healthcare (1.3 miles)
Cincinnati Children's (3.7 miles)
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center (5.1 miles)
Veterans Hospital (5.3 miles)
Mercy Health - The Jewish Hospital (5.3 miles)
University of Cincinnati Medical Center (5.3 miles)
Good Samaritan Hospital (5.5 miles)
Physicians
Reading Family Practice (2.7 miles)
The Urology Group (3.4 miles)
Riverhills Neuroscience (3.5 miles)
Springdale Family Medicine (4.2 miles)
Bowen Center For Women's Health (4.6 miles)
ESD Pediatric Group (4.7 miles)
UC Health Primary Care Family Medicine (5.3 miles)
At Drake Center, the monthly costs for room types are competitively positioned within the broader context of Hamilton County and Ohio. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay between $3,750 and $4,750, which is notably lower than the county average of $4,617 and slightly above the state average of $3,965. When it comes to private accommodations, prices range from $4,000 to $5,000; while this rate falls below Hamilton County's average of $5,246, it remains higher than Ohio's overall average of $4,771. These pricing structures reflect Drake Center's commitment to providing quality care while maintaining affordability relative to the local market.
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85 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (15 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Attentive, family-like staff in a warm community with plentiful activities and quality dining.
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