The Avalon of Lewis Center is an assisted living and memory care community located in Lewis Center, Ohio. The facility provides housing and support services for seniors who require assistance with activities of daily living as well as those who need specialized care for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Residents have access to a secure living environment with amenities such as chef-prepared meals, scheduled housekeeping, and a range of life enrichment activities. The Avalon designs its programs and services to address the varying needs of its senior population, including individualized levels of care planning.
The Avalon of Lewis Center offers memory care services tailored to residents with cognitive impairments, including those with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Staff members receive training in dementia care, emphasizing communication, behavioral support, and provision of a secure environment. Care for chronic conditions like diabetes is available, including assistance with blood sugar monitoring and medication management. The community addresses incontinence needs with discreet care protocols and provides ambulatory support for residents requiring mobility assistance. Medical oversight includes nursing staff, medication administration, and care coordination with outside healthcare providers. Residents have access to therapy rooms onsite, podiatry and audiology services, and fitness programs that feature options such as traditional exercise as well as chair yoga and yoga classes. Residents may also use indoor walking paths for activity and recreation. To promote personal well-being, a barber and beauty salon is available on campus.
The Avalon’s care team provides full assistance with essential activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The facility’s design and procedures help ensure the safety of residents who may wander or are at risk of emergencies, with a secured community setting. Social engagement is supported through clubs, community activities, and planned group events. English is the primary language used throughout the community.
Transportation services at The Avalon of Lewis Center include complimentary transport for residents to appointments and other pre-scheduled activities, and transportation is also available at cost for additional or non-medical needs. These options are intended to support visits to medical providers, community outings, and errands as needed.
Resident and family reviews about The Avalon of Lewis Center are mixed. Many reports describe the staff as caring, friendly, and responsive, often acknowledging employees who go above and beyond to show kindness and support, especially during difficult periods such as end-of-life care. The community’s cleanliness, variety of activities, respite accommodations, and a welcoming atmosphere receive frequent praise. Administrative staff members and caregivers are often highlighted for their professionalism and compassion, with positive feedback about the physical environment and activity programming. Conversely, some reviewers cite concerns about staff attentiveness, professionalism—including reports of inappropriate behavior and lapses in privacy—along with complaints about communication from management, delayed responses due to staffing shortages, and inconsistent care (such as incontinence products not changed promptly). A minority of reviews mention occasional gaps in activities for more independent residents and reference past operational challenges with ownership or management. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to discuss these matters directly with the community to ensure it meets their specific expectations and care needs. As of June 2024, there are no major publicly reported recent developments affecting the facility.
Costs at this community start at $2,995 and range up to $6,175. The average price in the community is $4,585, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,710. 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.
