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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 31 independent living facilities in Elyria, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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zipAveragecost: $3,882

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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
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Cost of independent living in Elyria, OH

The average cost of senior living in Elyria is $3,882 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vermilion, OH with an average of $3,463 per month.

Independent living costs in Elyria, OH, vs. nearby cities

Elyria, OH
$3,882/mo
$3,871/mo

Independent living costs in Elyria, OH, vs. state and national averages

Elyria, OH
$3,882/mo
$3,739/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Elyria, OH, vs. other senior living options

$4,547/mo
Independent Living
$3,882/mo

Independent living costs in Elyria, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,995/mo
Studio
$5,119/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,684/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,809/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,587/mo

Senior living costs in Elyria vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Elyria, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElyria, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,882/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,427/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,547/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Elyria, OH:$3,882/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Elyria, OH:$4,427/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Elyria, OH:$4,547/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Elyria, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elyria and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Elyria, OHOH stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Elyria, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elyria have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Elyria, OH$3,227/mo$3,219/mo+0.3%
Ohio$2,896/mo$2,956/mo-2.0%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Elyria, OH
2024 average cost:$3,227/mo
2023 average cost:$3,219/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,896/mo
2023 average cost:$2,956/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Elyria

Recent reviews for independent living in Elyria

Westerly Apartments in Lakewood, OH

4.7
The Westerly has many resources and a community spirit. Maintenance items are addressed professionally and efficiently. I really like my walk in shower with grab bars!

Wesleyan Meadows in Sheffield Village, OH

4.5
Moving to Wesleyan Meadows was the biggest decision we have made in our 63 years of marriage. We lived our home in Elyria but we were finding that the necessary responsibilities were becoming difficult for us. So after a year of looking at retirement centers, small homes, and other options, we ...
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Lakeside Assisted Living at the Normandy in Rocky River, OH

4.7
My dad always speaks to the quality of the food and availability. My dad never did activities before and does them now. Enjoys himself and recreating with friends. I picked this facility because of the great incentive - fee off per month for 1st 5 months and the fact services are not tiered and ...
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Elyria independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elyria independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elyria, 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 Elyria 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 Elyria partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elyria, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Elyria 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 Elyria communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elyria, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elyria 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 Elyria offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elyria, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
32.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.1%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Westwood Place, Independence Village of Avon Lake and Lorain Estates Senior Living - a Sinceri Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elyria, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 31 independent living facilities near Elyria, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Elyria, Ohio are Independence Village of Avon Lake, Broadway Creek Senior Living and Danbury of Broadview Heights. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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