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Independent Living in Ohio

Overview of Independent Living in Ohio

The state of Ohio is steeped in history and working-class American charm. Known as “The Buckeye State” due to its high concentration of buckeye trees, Ohio has been the birthplace of seven former US presidents as well as the location of the Wright Brothers’ early experiments in aviation. Aside from its major cities of Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati having played a major role in America’s industrial history, the state is also a leading agricultural hub, producing large amounts of soybeans and corn. Between its quaint, rural towns and bustling cities, Ohio is a diverse state with something to offer everyone and is a great place to retire.

When it comes to senior living, Ohio has a lot of great options. Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 260 independent living communities in Ohio. The median monthly cost of independent living in Ohio is about $2,500.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Ohio

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Whispering Pines Village

937 East Park Ave, Columbiana, OH 44408
10
Review Score
44 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I would give all categories a 5 except for the value for cost. It is expensive but I know that's to be expected at most assisted living facilities. Based on the experience we have had we would absolutely...

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Westwood Place

18800 Westwood Dr, Strongsville, OH 44136
10
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8 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Rachel H - I live or lived in this community

The staff, maintenance, housekeeping, and the office staff are professional and friendly! The facility is like a home setting! The floors are decorated by a designated resident(and they really put their ...

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Carroll Place

3682 Dolson Ct NW, Carroll, OH 43112
10
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84 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

[name removed] was great. Great tour and explanation. [name removed] was also great. Very through and explained everything. I would recommend Carroll Place for Assisted Living.

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Cleveland

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Brooklyn Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care

4800 Idlewood Dr, Brooklyn, OH 44144
8.6
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22 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Lawrence - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The people at Brooklyn Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care were all great with my dad and very friendly to us. I was there almost every day. They shared whatever I asked about. The move in process was...

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Westwood Place

18800 Westwood Dr, Strongsville, OH 44136
10
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8 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Rachel H - I live or lived in this community

The staff, maintenance, housekeeping, and the office staff are professional and friendly! The facility is like a home setting! The floors are decorated by a designated resident(and they really put their ...

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Springwood Luxury Active Adult Living

125 Omni Lake Parkway, Hudson, OH 44236
10
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16 reviews
Nancy T - I live or lived in this community

In the 3 years Ive been at Springwood, Tampy has been special. She helped me every step of the way to movehere. She is sincere, Kind, efficient, encouraging and fun. [names removed],are a great team With...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Columbus

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Danbury of Columbus

2870 Snouffer Rd, Columbus, OH 43235
9.9
Review Score
34 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
C C - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The memory care staff here is great, hard working and understanding of the difficulties of both the resident and their family's difficulty to adapt to a new environment. The operation staff is also very...

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Stone Oak Retirement Community

4160 Trueman Blvd, Hilliard, OH 43026
9.8
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54 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Hannah H - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My grandparents have been residents at Stone Oak for about 4 months and my children and I visit for lunch often. The food is excellent and great variety! The staff is so welcoming and always offering a...

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StoryPoint Gahanna

5435 Morse Rd, Gahanna, OH 43230
9.8
Review Score
102 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Joyce W - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff and residents are what make StoryPoint Gahanna a nice place. They are very welcoming. The price is steep. They do offer a lot. Though I think for independent living, it is kind of high.

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Akron

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Ohio Living Rockynol

1150 W Market Street, Akron, OH 44313
8.2
Review Score
40 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Friendly and very helpful staff members. Meals need to have less sodium, less fried. Not very many good heart healthy options.

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Springwood Luxury Active Adult Living

125 Omni Lake Parkway, Hudson, OH 44236
10
Review Score
16 reviews
Nancy T - I live or lived in this community

In the 3 years Ive been at Springwood, Tampy has been special. She helped me every step of the way to movehere. She is sincere, Kind, efficient, encouraging and fun. [names removed],are a great team With...

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Westwood Place

18800 Westwood Dr, Strongsville, OH 44136
10
Review Score
8 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Rachel H - I live or lived in this community

The staff, maintenance, housekeeping, and the office staff are professional and friendly! The facility is like a home setting! The floors are decorated by a designated resident(and they really put their ...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Cincinnati

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The Kenwood by Senior Star

5435 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227
9.0
Review Score
25 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

I'm currently a resident at The Kenwood by Senior Star. I came to look at this place and loved it, so I moved in! There is lots to do, everyone is so friendly at this facility. I'm happy to be here. I live...

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Bridgeway Pointe

165 West Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45216
8.9
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31 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Elaine C - I'm a current/former resident or client

Mom reluctantly agreed to move to an assisted living community after a third fall. She is 99 and had been living alone for 6 years since my Dad died. She had lived in the same house for 72 years. She was...

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Ohio laws and regulations for independent living communities

Independent living communities in Ohio don’t need to be licensed or regulated since these communities don’t provide caregiver assistance. Independent living communities have rules that are similar to an apartment community. They’re required to follow all regulations covered under Ohio’s landlords and tenants code.

If an independent living community is part of a larger community offering assisted living or memory care, then those areas will need to be licensed and regulated. Licensing and inspections are done through the Ohio Department of Health.

Seniors who choose to rent an apartment in an independent living community will sign a lease. This process is similar to what you would do when moving into an apartment complex, and as such, seniors can expect to have the same renter’s rights. The landlord must do the following for the renter:[01]

  • Keep common areas safe and sanitary
  • Maintain all plumbing, heating, and air conditioning
  • Make repairs and keep the community in a fit condition

One way that independent living communities differ from other apartments is that they have an age requirement. Depending on how the community is structured, residents need to be at least 55 or 62 years old. Ohio independent living communities must also comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Landlords and property managers have to provide reasonable accommodations or modifications, such as the following:[02]

  • Making a building accessible by adding an entrance ramp
  • Installing grab bars in a bathroom
  • Granting requests for a more accessible apartment unit
  • Reserving parking space for handicapped drivers
  • Allowing service animals

Ohio Department of Health contact information

Ohio Department of Health
246 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43215

Phone: 614-466-3543

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References

  1. Ohio Laws and Administrative Rules. (2012, September 28). Section 5321.04 | Landlord obligations.

  2. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Reasonable accommodations and modifications.

Top cities in Ohio for independent living

8.6
Akron, OH
36 facilities
8.5
Dayton, OH
49 facilities
8.4
Toledo, OH
56 facilities
8.0
Columbus, OH
121 facilities
7.8
Cincinnati, OH
75 facilities
5.5
Cleveland, OH
73 facilities

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