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Located 33 miles east of Columbus, Newark is the county seat of Licking County. With plenty of water and green space, Newark offers seniors plenty of outdoor activities. The Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve and Dawes Arboretum are home to bike trails, hiking and animals. For cultural events, the Midland Theater features several performances throughout the year. Seniors can also visit several museums in the area, including the National Heisey Glass Museum.
Six assisted living communities in the city of Newark provide services for seniors who need help with daily living. These facilities cost around $4,500 per month. Several factors determine the actual cost of each community, including the type of care, the number of amenities and where the facility is located within the city.
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The average cost of assisted living in Newark is $4,500, which is $200 more than the national average and $150 more than the state average, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. The cost in Newark is also more than the average cost in the surrounding states of West Virginia ($4,000), in Kentucky ($3,699) and in Indiana ($4,382).
The cost of assisted living in Ohio varies by location. The Dayton area and Toledo have some of the highest costs at $5,245 and $4,779, respectively. Lima and Canton residents pay about $4,594 and $4,633, while Cleveland is one of the least expensive cities at $3,950.
Note: Data for Newark was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Columbus, was used instead.
In Ohio, the Medicaid Assisted Living Waiver helps seniors pay for the cost of services in a long-term care facility, including housekeeping, grooming, meals and personal care. It does not cover the cost of room and board. Learn more about this waiver, including how to apply, at our Assisted Living in Ohio page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Licking County Aging Program | (740) 345-0821 | The Licking County Aging Program is the largest senior center in the county. It began in the basement of Plymouth United Methodist Church as a way to bring older adults in the community together for socializing and fun. Open Monday through Friday, the center offers games, classes, exercise, meals and scheduled outings, as well as volunteer opportunities for active seniors. |
| Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging | 1-(800) 589-7277 | The Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging helps connect older adults and those with disabilities to the available services and programs throughout the state. Resources include planning and legal help, Medicare education and outreach and case management. |
| Licking County Transit Services (LCTS) | (740) 670-5185 | LCTS provides transportation to seniors throughout the county who don’t have access to other forms of transportation. Buses are equipped to accommodate wheelchairs, canes, service animals and personal care attendants. Rides must be scheduled in advance and are available as a door-to-door service. |
| Licking County Adult Protective Services | (740) 345-0821 | The Licking County APS is a social service system for adults age 60 and older who may be victims of abuse, fraud or neglect. The agency provides temporary assistance during the investigation to ensure the senior is safe throughout the process. |
| Licking County Sheriff’s Department Senior Programming | (740) 670-5549 | Also referred to as Project Lifesaver, this senior program protects the lives of seniors, especially those who are at risk for wandering or becoming lost. Clients are fitted with an ankle bracelet and a battery-operated radio transmitter that allow family members and the police to track the person over several miles |
The Ohio Department of Health regulates all long-term care facilities that are classified as a Residential Care Facility (RCF), which applies to any community with 17 or more residents. Learn more about the laws and regulations at our assisted living in Ohio page.
