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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fort Jennings, OH

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Photo of Kessler Estates Senior Living
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What means the most to me is the peace of mind. I no longer have to worry if he is safe, lonely, or remembering to take his medication. I know the staff at Kessler make sure all of his needs are met daily.
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.
Kessler Estates Senior Living, a Sinceri Senior Living community, focuses on each resident’s total well-being in their continuing care community in Lima, Ohio. The one-story community offers common spaces, walking paths, and specialized assisted living and memory care services in a homelike...
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33 Floor plans available
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I'm pretty satisfied with Wyngate. My mom doesn't need alot of attention so that's good. Her room is clean & they check on her. They have activities but she's not interested. Their meals are fine too.
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.
The Wyngate Senior Living Community is designed to meet the needs of seniors with a variety of lifestyle and residential options including independent living in Our Cottages and assisted living in The Inn. The care that The Wyngate Senior Living Community provides can increase or decrease as our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Located in quaint, picturesque Kalida, Ohio, near the banks of the Ottawa River, The Meadows of Kalida takes pride in providing its residents with a warm, welcoming place to call home. Residents interested in activities outside our campus can take advantage of Kalida’s natural beauty, or dine at...
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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.
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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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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: 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
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Fort Jennings, OH

The average cost of senior living in Fort Jennings is $3,970 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pandora, OH with an average of $3,639 per month.

Independent living costs in Fort Jennings, OH, vs. nearby cities

Fort Jennings, OH
$3,970/mo
$3,970/mo
$3,906/mo

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

Fort Jennings, OH
$3,970/mo
$3,739/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Jennings, OH, vs. other senior living options

$3,970/mo
Independent Living
$3,970/mo

Independent living costs in Fort Jennings, OH, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,193/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,402/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,380/mo

Senior living costs in Fort Jennings 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: Fort Jennings, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFort Jennings, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,970/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,970/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,970/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Fort Jennings, OH:$3,970/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Fort Jennings, OH:$3,970/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Fort Jennings, OH:$3,970/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Jennings

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Jennings

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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Burton's Ridge Assisted Living in Lima, OH

4.4
My loved one is currently a resident at Burton's Ridge Assisted Living. The staff here have been great, friendly, caring and helpful. I have heard no complaints about the meals. They have kept the family well informed of activities, etc. The residents here really are fantastic. The atmosphere is ...
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GlennPark Senior Living (Defiance)

4.5
We love Glenn Park. They do a great job taking care of mom. There are loads of things for them to do. We are very pleased and recommend it to anyone. We have even checked on the villa for me and my wife.

Fort Jennings independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Jennings independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Jennings, 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 Fort Jennings 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 Fort Jennings partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Jennings, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Jennings 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 Fort Jennings communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Jennings, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Jennings 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 Fort Jennings offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Jennings, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
9.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Kessler Estates Senior Living, The Wyngate Senior Living Community (Lima) and The Meadows of Kalida are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Jennings, Ohio. See full list of communities.
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