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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lower Salem, OH

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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, 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.
Our assisted living programs have become increasingly popular because they combine professional care with homelike surroundings, reasonable cost, attractive private or semiprivate apartments, and well balanced programs of events and activities. We provide both nurses and around-the-clock...
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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
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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: 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.
Home to some of Ohio’s most beautiful parks, the city of Zanesville is the perfect place for The Oaks at Bethesda, an award-winning senior living facility bordering the grounds of the new Genesis Hospital. Residents who are interested in activities outside of our campus can explore everything the...
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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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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, 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.
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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 Lower Salem, OH

The average cost of senior living in Lower Salem is $3,062 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Woodsfield, OH with an average of $2,700 per month.

Independent living costs in Lower Salem, OH, vs. nearby cities

Lower Salem, OH
$3,062/mo
$2,934/mo
$3,062/mo

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

Lower Salem, OH
$3,062/mo
$3,739/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Lower Salem, OH, vs. other senior living options

$3,402/mo
Independent Living
$3,062/mo

Independent living costs in Lower Salem, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,446/mo
Studio
$3,772/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,141/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,851/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,263/mo

Senior living costs in Lower Salem vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Lower Salem, OH
Column state: Ohio
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Community typeLower Salem, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,062/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,402/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,402/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Lower Salem, OH:$3,062/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Lower Salem, OH:$3,402/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Lower Salem, OH:$3,402/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Lower Salem

Recent reviews for independent living in Lower Salem

The Wyngate Senior Living Community (Parkersburg)

5.0
All of the staff no matter their role, were completely genuine in their service and heart for their jobs. They took great care of our mother.

Glenwood Community in Marietta, OH

3.8
Resident's daughter felt carpet was filthy in halls and entrance. Admissions person [name removed] is amazing and is very helpful and friendly. The meals are expensive for guests. There could be more activities on the weekends. [name removed!] She has been very kind and caring. A joy to work ...
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Cambridge Place Assisted Living

5.0
Our mother has dementia and is very comfortable at Cambridge Place. The staff is very attentive and loving and treats her like family. She lives in the memory care unit, and has a beautiful room with nice scenery outside her window. We are very happy with our experience.

Lower Salem independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lower Salem independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lower Salem, 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 Lower Salem 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 Lower Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lower Salem, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Lower Salem 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 Lower Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lower Salem, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lower Salem 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 Lower Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lower Salem, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.2%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Trustwell Living at Westwood Place, Elison of Marietta and Brookdale Zanesville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lower Salem, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 49 independent living facilities near Lower Salem, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Lower Salem, Ohio is Trustwell Living at Westwood Place. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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