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Kent in 4 Numbers
Kent Assisted Living Communities We Work With
This Kent community provides daily personal care and works with Patriot Angels to help veteran families with the Aid & Attendance claim.
What Assisted Living Costs in Kent
No separate Kent figure is published, so the best benchmark is the Ohio median of $6,102 a month (CareScout 2025), $98 under the U.S. median of $6,200. Ask each Kent community for its base rate and care-level pricing in writing; VA asks for that rate sheet too.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio assisted living median | $6,102 | $2,257 |
| U.S. assisted living median | $6,200 | $2,355 |
| Ohio in-home care | $6,483 | $2,638 |
Find Out What a Kent Veteran or Surviving Spouse Could Receive
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Kent veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month.
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Veterans in Kent
About 892 veterans live in Kent, and 367 of them are 65 or older. Across Portage County, there are 8,134 veterans, 4,200 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
Tips for Comparing Kent Communities
Dementia down the road
This Kent partner also runs memory care, so a move may not be needed if memory declines.
Room to start independent
1 Kent partner also offers independent living, useful for a couple with different care needs.
Staffing at night
Ask Kent communities how many caregivers are on duty overnight and how fast they answer a call button.
Visiting distance
A Kent community near the family member who visits most often usually beats a slightly nicer one farther away.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Kent
Widen the search beyond Kent with these nearby Ohio cities.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
Families in Kent and across the country rate Patriot Angels 4.9 on Google (465 reviews). BBB A+ accredited. See all reviews
Kent Assisted Living Questions
Can a Kent veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Kent who needs help with daily activities can receive up to $3,845 a month toward the community’s bill.
What does assisted living cost in Kent?
No Kent-only figure is published. The Ohio median is $6,102 a month (CareScout 2025).
How many assisted living partners are in Kent?
Just one, in Kent, plus 102 across Ohio.
Which Kent communities also offer memory care?
Our Kent partner does. Look for the Memory Care tag on each card.
Can we apply after moving into a Kent community?
Yes. Many Kent families file after move-in, and the monthly care cost can help show financial need.
More Care Options in Kent
Independent living in Kent
Active retirement in Kent, with care close by if needs change.
Memory care in Kent
Secure dementia care in Kent, offered by one of our partners here.
Related Patriot Angels guides
GuideHow Much Will VA Aid & Attendance Pay Toward Assisted Living?Read guide →
Guide11 Signs It’s Time for Assisted LivingComing soon
GuideHow to Talk to Your Parent About Assisted LivingComing soonLooking beyond Kent? See Assisted Living in Ohio or the national guide.