Kauhale of Centerville is a senior living community located in Dayton, Ohio, specializing in assisted living and memory care services. Established under its current name in January 2023 following a rebranding by Kauhale Health—formerly known as St. Leonard Assisted Living—this facility is designed to support older adults who require assistance with daily living activities or who are living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The community offers personalized care plans that accommodate varying levels of need, including full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Both English and Spanish-speaking services are available. Kauhale of Centerville aims to create a secure and supportive environment accommodating to residents with memory loss, with specialized memory care programming and a secured, purpose-built memory care neighborhood.

Kauhale of Centerville provides a range of health and personal care services. Medical support is offered through trained staff, on-site wellness checks, and third-party providers, including optometry, podiatry, and massage therapy. The facility offers incontinence care, diabetes management, ambulatory assistance, and medication management services. A therapy room supports rehabilitation or ongoing therapy needs. The memory care unit is secured and specifically designed for residents with cognitive impairments, featuring memory-friendly layouts, and both indoor and outdoor walking paths to support safe mobility. Clubs and community groups provide opportunities for social engagement, while a diverse activity program includes fitness classes, yoga, and chair yoga. A barber and beauty salon is available on-site. The facility regularly hosts events and outings, aiming to keep residents socially and mentally engaged.

Transportation services at Kauhale of Centerville include complimentary transport options for scheduled medical appointments as well as transportation available at cost for non-medical purposes such as shopping or recreational outings. This allows residents flexibility and continued connection with the larger community while ensuring access to healthcare providers.

Resident and family feedback indicates that the facility is generally appreciated for its caring and skilled staff, clean and well-maintained environment, robust activity programming, and individualized attention to both residents and their family members. Restaurant-style dining, responsive housekeeping, and helpful maintenance teams are also frequently noted, as are the open communication and willingness of management to address concerns. However, some reviews cite ongoing challenges with staff turnover and periods of short-staffing, particularly among aides and activity staff, occasionally leading to gaps in communication or care, especially for residents with complex cognitive or behavioral needs. Other reported issues include occasional security lapses, billing disputes, and the need for more consistent staff training in specialized dementia care and sensitive handling of residents who do not fit typical profiles.

Overall, Kauhale of Centerville provides a broad array of care, amenities, and engagement opportunities for older adults needing assisted living or memory care. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to tour the facility and have thorough discussions about individualized care, staffing practices, and security protocols to ensure the best fit for their needs.

Costs at this community start at $2,340 and range up to $7,696. The average price in the community is $5,018, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,152. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.