Longmeadow Care Center offers competitively priced accommodations that stand out when compared to both Portage County and the broader Ohio state averages. For residents seeking a semi-private room, the cost at Longmeadow is $2,200 per month, significantly lower than Portage County's average of $3,453 and Ohio's average of $3,965. Private rooms at Longmeadow are also attractively priced at $2,640 - again undercutting local and state rates of $3,570 and $4,771 respectively. Even for those looking for a studio option, Longmeadow's fee of $2,860 remains more affordable than the county and state averages of $3,213 and $3,727. Overall, Longmeadow Care Center provides quality care while ensuring financial accessibility for its residents in comparison to regional and statewide facilities.
Floor plans
Longmeadow Care Center
Portage County
Ohio
Semi-Private
$2,200
$3,453
$3,965
Private
$2,640
$3,570
$4,771
Studio
$2,860
$3,213
$3,727
Overall Review of Longmeadow Care Center
common30 reviews mention this
Staff feel consistently caring
Many residents describe staff who treat people with respect and attentiveness.
A large share of reviews highlight staff as caringâfrequently mentioning respect, patience, and attention to residentsâ needs. Several reviewers also call out specific roles (like nursing administration or respiratory leadership) as supportive and engaged. One review does advise reading critically due to staff turnover and varying experiences, but even that comment notes there are compassionate employees who do care.
common3 reviews mention this
Clean facility stands out
Multiple reviewers say the building is very clean.
Cleaning and overall upkeep come up in several positive reviews. Residentsâ family members describe the facility as clean, and one reviewer explicitly calls it the cleanest facility theyâve seen. Others reinforce the same impression when describing the environment alongside care quality.
common5 reviews mention this
Activities are part of daily life
Several reviews say residents are involved in day-to-day activities.
Reviews describe residents participating in activities, including daily engagement and efforts to keep residents involved. A few reviewers also mention fun events and resident-centered moments that happen in the building. This matches the communityâs stated focus on scheduled activities and day trips.
caveat10 reviews mention this
Care staffing and monitoring concerns
Some reviews raise serious concerns about staffing, monitoring, and follow-through.
While many reviews are positive, several others report breakdowns in basic care and communication. Complaints include not getting help for long periods, being left unchanged, missed showers, and inadequate checks and responsiveness. Other negative reviews also describe issues such as neglect investigations, difficulty reaching staff, and restrictions that affected visits for hospice situations.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Food quality is mixed
Food reviews are mixed, with some residents praising it and others criticizing it.
One review says the resident even liked the food, while another says meals can be terrible. A more detailed negative review also describes dietary dissatisfaction and concerns about how meals are prepared and served. Overall, dining experiences vary widely across reviews, even though the community lists restaurant-style dining and support for special diets.
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Features
Housing
105 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
Akron-Canton Regional (21 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
Marc's Stores (0.5 miles)
Discount Drug Mart (5.7 miles)
Acme Fresh Market (5.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (7.2 miles)
Walgreens (7.2 miles)
Walgreens (8.2 miles)
Mantua Station Drug Co. (8.4 miles)
Restaurants
A&W Restaurant (0.7 miles)
Big Dog Saloon (1.4 miles)
McDonald's (1.4 miles)
Firehouse Grill & Pub (3.3 miles)
McDonald's (3.9 miles)
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (5.6 miles)
Pza (5.8 miles)
Parks
The Castle Park (1.1 miles)
Towner's Woods (4.7 miles)
Rootstown Community Park (4.9 miles)
Randolph School Park (8.9 miles)
Hudson Springs Park (11.3 miles)
Galt Park (12.4 miles)
Physicians
Abdul H Abbass (1.3 miles)
Portage Regional Gastroenterology (1.5 miles)
Adie Tamboli MD (1.8 miles)
Rafal Stachowicz MD (5.2 miles)
Crystal Clinic Orethapaedic Surgeons (5.2 miles)
Western Reserve Surgery (5.4 miles)
Kent Imaging (5.4 miles)
Hospitals
VA Medical Center (1.4 miles)
University Hospitals (1.9 miles)
Robinson Memorial Hospital (7.2 miles)
Med Center One-Streetsboro (8.6 miles)
Cafes
Double R Bar-B-Que & Creamery (3.1 miles)
Starbucks (9.4 miles)
Starbucks (9.7 miles)
Starbucks (12.4 miles)
Transportation
Parta Stop 866 (4.3 miles)
U-Haul Moving & Storage (7.7 miles)
Places of Worship
United Methodist Church of Kent (6.1 miles)
Holy Family Catholic Parish Stow Ohio (11.6 miles)
Longmeadow Care Center offers competitively priced accommodations that stand out when compared to both Portage County and the broader Ohio state averages. For residents seeking a semi-private room, the cost at Longmeadow is $2,200 per month, significantly lower than Portage County's average of $3,453 and Ohio's average of $3,965. Private rooms at Longmeadow are also attractively priced at $2,640 - again undercutting local and state rates of $3,570 and $4,771 respectively. Even for those looking for a studio option, Longmeadow's fee of $2,860 remains more affordable than the county and state averages of $3,213 and $3,727. Overall, Longmeadow Care Center provides quality care while ensuring financial accessibility for its residents in comparison to regional and statewide facilities.
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