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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Our experience with Abbington of Pickerington has been a good one, overall. I've known about them for quite a while, and always heard very good things. It's a nice looking place with a very comfortable...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Abbington of Pickerington began operations in September of 2000. This single-story community consists of 48 residential units situated on 5 acres of scenic wooded grounds. Abbington of Pickerington boasts abundant common area amenities, beautiful interior courtyards as well as walking paths. ...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Make yourself at home at Hawthorn Village senior Apartment Homes, a new community with affordable living, desirable amenities and a great location, Hawthorn Village Senior Apartment Homes is redefining the idea of home. Why settle for an apartment that is too small for your needs or too big for...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I feel good knowing my mom is in excellent care with the wonderful staff that are always available. The community is clean and taken care of. I like knowing that she is offered activities to help her be...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
National Church Residences Lincoln Village is an assisted living community located near the dynamic city of Columbus, OH. Our community is close enough to where residents and visiting relatives need to be, but it is far enough away to make for a comfortable and soothing atmosphere. It does not...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Lincoln Lodge Retirement Residence is conveniently in Lincoln Village-Columbus' far west side-near The Hilltop, Grove City, Hilliard, and New Rome. The Lincoln Lodge residents are largely made up of retirees who lived, worked and raised their families in these communities. When you become a...

Cost of independent living in Elmwood, OH

The average cost of senior living in Elmwood is $3,160 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lancaster, OH with an average of $2,624 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elmwood, OH vs. nearby cities

Elmwood, OH
$3,160/mo
$2,975/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elmwood, OH vs. the state and national average

Elmwood, OH
$3,160/mo
$3,809/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elmwood vs. other types of senior living

$4,527/mo
Independent Living
$3,160/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Elmwood, OH by room type

Semi-Private
$4,122/mo
Studio
$4,676/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,333/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,819/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,685/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Elmwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Elmwood

Capital City Hospice in Columbus, OH

5.0
We were very fortunate that The Inn was able to arrange for my dad's hospice care with Capital City Hospice while he was there. They were so very helpful and kind and they helped my mother and myself as well as my dad. I would definitely recommend them

Amber Park Senior Living in Pickerington, OH

4.8
From our first visit to the facility, I have been impressed. The staff is extremely kind and accommodating. The building is very clean and well kept. "Change" for my mom can be challenging, but the staff has handled it all with Grace. We are very pleased to have mom mom reside at Amber Park

Gates Junction in Columbus, OH

5.0
We picked this community because it felt like home. [name removed] and other staff were so nice and friendly. It is a great place to live. I would recommend to other families.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews at Cherry Blossom Senior Living, The Forum at Knightsbridge, Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, Brookdale Trillium Crossing, Redbud Commons, and Wexner Heritage Village Creekside and Cottages praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff. Residents and families express ap ...
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Variety of activities for socializing. Reviews at Cherry Blossom Senior Living, StoryPoint Powell South, The Village A ProMedica Senior Living Community, and StoryPoint Pickerington mention the wide range of activities offered to encourage socializing. Residents enjoy games, parties, musical groups, exercise classes, and more ...
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Properly maintained living spaces. Reviews at Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus), Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, Stone Oak Retirement Community, and The Coventry frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities. Residents appreciate the attention to detail in both their private apartments and common ...
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Accessible social areas for residents. At Verena at Hilliard, Brookdale Trillium Crossing, and StoryPoint Gahanna, residents enjoy the communal areas like libraries, craft rooms, and outdoor patios. These spaces provide opportunities for socializing and relaxation.
Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Reviews at StoryPoint Grove City, StoryPoint Powell South, and Homestead Village mention the helpfulness of the staff in addressing residents' needs. Whether it's arranging transportation, offering assistance with daily tasks, or accommodating dietary restrictions, staff go above and beyon ...
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Delicious, nutritious meals. Throughout reviews at Cherry Blossom Senior Living, StoryPoint Powell South, Brookdale Trillium Crossing, and Stone Oak Retirement Community, residents consistently mention the high quality of the food. Chefs cater to individual dietary needs and preferences, ensuring every meal is enjoy ...
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Elmwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elmwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elmwood, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elmwood independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elmwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elmwood, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
21%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.7%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elmwood independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elmwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elmwood, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.2%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
23.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elmwood independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Elmwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elmwood, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.1%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.1%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.1%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.2%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
32.7%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
19.8%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.1%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.1%
40%
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Carroll Place, Danbury of Columbus and StoryPoint Pickerington are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elmwood, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 243 independent living facilities near Elmwood, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Elmwood, Ohio are Danbury of Columbus, StoryPoint Pickerington and StoryPoint Gahanna. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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