Senior Care in Hilliard, Ohio: 2026 Costs, Care Options & Local Communities

Choosing senior care in Hilliard means weighing a growing set of options on the west side. Families want a place that is close enough for regular visits and still connected to strong medical care.

This guide covers what care costs in Hilliard in 2026, how the local options compare, which Ohio programs can help pay, and how to compare communities with clear eyes. When you want a hand, our advisors know Central Ohio, and helping your family is always free.

The Senior Care Landscape in Hilliard

Hilliard sits on the west side of the Columbus metro, a short drive from OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital and the major OSU Wexner, OhioHealth and Mount Carmel campuses in Columbus.

Hilliard has assisted living, skilled nursing and home care options. This guide includes listings in Dublin, Galloway and Upper Arlington, because west-side families usually compare the whole area before choosing.

What Senior Care Costs in Hilliard (2026)

Hilliard prices track the Columbus market, where typical 2026 costs look like this.

• Assisted living around $5,700 per month.
• Memory care roughly $6,900 to $7,500 per month.
• In-home care about $30 to $34 per hour.
• Independent living commonly $3,000 to $4,500 per month.

Most assisted living communities charge a base rate plus care fees that climb as needs grow, so ask for a written breakdown before you sign. Our Ohio cost guide and hidden costs guide show exactly what to look for.

Senior Living Communities in Hilliard and Nearby

Here are Hilliard-area communities and providers in our directory, including Dublin, Galloway, Upper Arlington. New listings are added weekly.

Hilliard Medicaid, VA & Local Resources

Several programs can help Franklin County families offset the cost of care.

• Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging (COAAA). Your first call for local, unbiased help. COAAA coordinates in-home services and options counseling for Franklin County and the rest of Central Ohio.
• Ohio PASSPORT Waiver. A Medicaid program that helps eligible older adults get care at home instead of in a nursing facility.
• Ohio Assisted Living Waiver. For those who qualify, it can help cover services in a participating assisted living community, with room and board paid separately.
• Veterans. The VA's Aid & Attendance benefit can add monthly income toward care, and the Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center in Columbus serves Hilliard-area veterans. See our VA benefits guide.

Eligibility depends on income, assets and level of need, so confirm current details with COAAA or Ohio Medicaid before making decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does assisted living cost in Hilliard, Ohio?

Assisted living in the Columbus area averages around $5,700 per month in 2026. Most communities add care fees on top of the base rate as needs increase.

Which hospitals are near Hilliard?

OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital is a short drive north, and the major Columbus hospital campuses are close by.

Does Ohio Medicaid help pay for assisted living in Hilliard?

The Ohio Assisted Living Waiver can help cover services in a participating community for those who qualify, while room and board are paid separately.

What should we ask on a Hilliard assisted living tour?

Ask for the base rate and every care fee in writing, how staffing changes at night, how medications are handled, and what happens if needs grow beyond what the community can provide.