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Photo of Trustwell Living at Clyde Gardens Place
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If you’re looking for a place for a loved one, this is as close to home as you can get. Cost efficient with a Caring staff, activities for the residents in and out of the facility, a variety of different...
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.
At Clyde Gardens Place, we provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively senior living community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care....
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I would give a 5 to all but #4 bc my the patients weren't showered or changed often enough, my mom got outside once& into someone else's bed. However I would definitely contact A Place For Mom again if we...
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.
At Portland Place, we provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively senior living community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. We...
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My Dad wasn't too sure about going to an assisted living but he just couldn't live by himself anymore. He has only been there for a month and a half. He's eating better and gets to socialize. He really likes...
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.
Lorain Estates 3290 Cooper Foster Park Rd. Lorain OH 44053Southern side of Lorain across the road from Amherst.Newly renovated Lorain Estates continues to exceed the expectation of families and their loved-ones.Stop by M-F 9am to 6pm or call 440 - 960 - 2813 to schedule your appointment. Lorain...
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It has been good. Director of Nursing is attentive and checks frequently not be sure I feel our needs are met. We picked this community because it was was rated the highest by the gentleman in your company...
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.
We are a senior assisted living facility in Ashland County, Ohio that believes in providing each senior resident an unconditional and personal experience. From senior care to memory care services our staff is caring, professional, and friendly.We treat your loved ones as our own “Mothers and...
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What we like the most about Brethren Care Village is that they are friendly and easy to get around. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Brethren Care Village located in the city of Ashland, Ashland County, Ohio provides seniors with assisted living residence. This community offers a peaceful place for individuals to call home. Visitors of this area will enjoy checking out the city's parks and golf courses. Brethren Care Village...
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When my grandma started there, she started in the assisted-living she was able to make a lot of friends do some great activities. She loved the outings. She loved the bingo. She loved the food. We actually...
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.
Three of Bellevue, Ohio’s priorities as a city are community, prosperity, and service. At The Willows at Bellevue, we share these ideals. Our warm, welcoming atmosphere provides residents of Bellevue and the surrounding areas a wonderful place to call home, conveniently located on the grounds of...
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My mom loves it there. They have only been welcoming caring and their top priority is giving my mom a great place to live. We are all extremely happy with our decision to place her there
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.
LSS Lutheran Village, an assisted living community, is a part of Lutheran Social Services Network of Hope, and is a leader in care and services for today's older adults.Our continuum of care model embraces all lifestyles and levels of care, allowing our residents to enjoy maximum autonomy and...
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My mother lives at The Willows, and we are both so pleased with it so far. I have already recommended it to others. The staff is always helpful, knowledgeable, and reassuring. They are concerned about the...
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.
The Willows at Willard is conveniently located on the grounds of Mercy Willard Hospital, and in close proximity to several physicians’ offices. Residents who are interested in activities outside our campus are presented with a multitude of options, from day trips to local shopping centers, to...
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This is a really nice place. The staff are very friendly and nice to work with. The community is very clean. The staff have been good to work with and they know who I am and if there is something they...
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.
When you are at Parkvue, you can feel the sense of community that makes it more than a senior living campus — it feels like you are part of a larger family. Our residents, staff and families remain a close-knit group who truly get to know one another on a personal level to create a warm and...
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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.
Located in the Sandstone Center of the World, Sprenger Health Care Amherst Manor is a warm and inviting place you can call home. Delight in the scenic view of nine wooded acres while still having the convenience of access to the city's downtown venues. A 2018 US News & World Report Best...
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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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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.
We've been expecting you at Bennett Pointe. There's no place like home, and that's the way you will feel when you live at Bennett Pointe. Our warm, friendly atmosphere is complemented by our distinctive two-bedroom, one-bath apartment homes. The spacious floor plans, beautiful landscaping and...
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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.
The Reserve at Lakeview Landing boasts 45 fully-equipped one- and two-bedroom apartment homes designed and built specifically for today's active adult 55 and older. This community includes an elevator-served midrise building amidst single-story cottages with attached garages. If professional...
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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.
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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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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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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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
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
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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 Olena, OH

The average cost of senior living in Olena is $3,336 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Huron, OH with an average of $2,741 per month.

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

Olena, OH
$3,336/mo
$3,006/mo

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

Olena, OH
$3,336/mo
$3,739/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$3,949/mo
Independent Living
$3,336/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,240/mo
Studio
$4,571/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,636/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,999/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,503/mo

Senior living costs in Olena 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: Olena, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOlena, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,336/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,949/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,949/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Olena, OH:$3,336/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Olena, OH:$3,949/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Olena, OH:$3,949/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Olena, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Olena 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Olena, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Olena 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
Olena, OH$2,295/mo$2,434/mo-5.7%
Ohio$2,822/mo$2,779/mo+1.5%
National$2,799/mo$2,778/mo+0.8%
Olena, OH
2024 average cost:$2,295/mo
2023 average cost:$2,434/mo
Percent change:-5.7%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,822/mo
2023 average cost:$2,779/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$2,799/mo
2023 average cost:$2,778/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Olena

Recent reviews for independent living in Olena

Lutheran Village of Ashland

4.4
I like this community because it is smaller and there are not as many residents as there are in other communities. I feel like having a smaller community is beneficial to the residents that are here. They have activities here like ping pong, bingo, movies and popcorn and more for the residents ...
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Portland Place in Sandusky, OH

4.6
We picked them because, it was close to family. As far as care yes I would recommend BUT my dad got a check for [amount removed] then we were told he has to repay that back to the facility. That made no sense and it was shady. We paid it back but I don't think it was right

Lorain Estates Senior Living - a Sinceri Community

4.5
Normally a great facility with caring staff. Keeps them busy and active. Weekends and after hours they are sometimes short staffed which causes difficulties in getting in and out. The food is good and snacks are always available.

Olena independent living services and amenities

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