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Defiance County Independent Living Facilities | 2010 Reviews

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Photo of The Lakes of Sylvania
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[name removed] is a hard worker and get her work done. She is very friendly and does extras for her residents she has my room cleaned when I get back from breakfast and it’s nice to have a clean room.
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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I am profoundly grateful to the staff at Kingston Residence in Sylvania for the exceptional care they provided to my sister in their Gold Care unit. From the moment she arrived, the team at Kingston...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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I am currently a resident at Kingston Residence of Perrysburg and the experience has been great. I would recommend this facility to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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I enjoyed having the zero transition shower. It was so helpful while taking care of my invalid husband. The washer and dryer were helpful to have. I enjoyed all the new appliances. But I think all the staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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: 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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The GlennPark Senior Living community has worked out for our loved one because at the time of our tour they allowed smoking in the rooms, however now they no longer allow smoking for new residents but the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Hello, My name is Jeremy Otte and I am the Residence Manager at GlennPark. I am so happy that you are taking time to learn about our community. GlennPark is located on the south side of Defiance and it is our pleasure to welcome you with some 'southern hospitality'. When you arrive, notice the...
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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.
We know that there are many choices when choosing an assisted living facility, and we respect the process you are going through. What we have found is that Antwerp Manor is Assisted Living Done Right and a place where your loved one will be cared for and treated with respect on a daily basis.Our...
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The facility had plenty to do for my dad and a cute little activities area and dinning room and a gym. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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: 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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Photo of Wauseon Senior Villas
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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.
Wauseon Senior Villas invites you to live life on your own terms. Our choice location is perfectly situated between the pleasures of the tranquil country, yet only minutes away from major thoroughfares for easy access to life outside your home. With over 1000 square feet of living space and great...
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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: 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.
Photo of Tawa Manor Apartments
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, 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.
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: 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.
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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This applied to [name removed] who is the CSR at the facility. I can't say enough as to the work ethic and sincerity she displays. [Name removed] represents your company well and gives personal attention to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Vancrest of Delphos
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.
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.
Photo of Canterbury Green Apartment
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.
Photo of Cameron Woods
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Defiance County, OH

The average cost of senior living in Defiance County is $3,467 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stryker, OH with an average of $3,174 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Defiance County, OH vs. nearby counties

Defiance County, OH
$3,467/mo
$3,411/mo
$3,334/mo

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

Defiance County, OH
$3,467/mo
$3,749/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

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

$3,992/mo
Independent Living
$3,467/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,337/mo
Studio
$4,382/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,096/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,097/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,503/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Defiance County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Defiance County

Recent reviews for independent living in Defiance County

Aviva Glendale Assisted Living in Toledo, OH

3.8
My mother really liked it here for the time she stayed which was about 4 months. But I don't think she realized she didn't need to be in an assisted living facility from that point on. It was great for her when she got out of the hospital but not necessary for her to continue living there. All ...
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Maumee Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care

5.0
We are very happy. They care. They care about my mother they care about us being happy they care about how the room looks. They care about the activities. They are very understanding when my mom is upset, and they have no problem sitting with her for as long as it takes. I was so impressed. I ...
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Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community

5.0
Our experience so far with Otterbein SeniorLife has been 5++. They had availability when we needed it and they made the entire process come together really easily. The meal are very good, they have plenty of choices to pick from. The activities are great - they offer up a really good variety. ...
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Defiance County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Defiance County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Defiance County, 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 Defiance County 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 Defiance County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.6%
33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.7%
33.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Defiance County 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 Defiance County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.8%
36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
32.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Defiance County 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 Defiance County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.9%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.8%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.3%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.5%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.9%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40.3%
47%
Dances
Dances
31%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.8%
46.8%
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There are 159 independent living facilities near Defiance County, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Defiance County, Ohio are StoryPoint Fort Wayne North, Georgetowne Place and Brookdale Adrian. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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