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Photo of Brookdale Bath (Offering HealthPlus)
88 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
8.0
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32 reviews
8.0
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32 reviews
5 star
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Brookdale Bath has been a life changing ( in the best of ways ) for my brother as a resident and for the rest of his family. The staff is professional and friendly as well as ready to answer questions and...
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.
Quality Care Designed for YouWouldn’t it be nice to redefine what it means to be independent? When you decide to move into our assisted living and memory care community, you have the opportunity to do just that. We handle the burdens of everything from cooking and cleaning to maintaining the...
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Photo of The Lakes at Jefferson
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15 reviews
7.9
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My mom was a resident at The Lakes at Jefferson for a short time before she passed away. I think that the place was beautiful, but the management was very slow to respond to anything. I also don't think that...
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 Lakes at Jefferson is a premier facility offering Independent Living and Personal Care. The Lakes at Jefferson was constructed from the ground up and opened in May of 2017. On the ground floor it houses 22 independent living apartments, each with a fully equipped kitchenette and private...
Photo of Vitalia Active Adult Community North Royalton
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17 reviews
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5 for all responses. We continue to recommend Vitalia to anyone who asks for recommendations. Quality of the food at Vitalia was excellent. The ability to eat meals without a scheduled time + the huge menu...
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.
Vitalia North Royalton opened Spring of 2022, in the heart of the community. This is a vivacious environment for seniors looking to thrive in a place with as little or as much care as necessary. Known in Northeast Ohio, for our burgeoning Active Adult Lifestyle, friends and families of Vitalia...
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Photo of Prosper at Wickliffe
2020 Photos available
7.8
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22 reviews
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Like many other places we were there for two months when it changed ownership. That led to a new administration, a new head nurse and assistant nurse. There could be improvements with staffing
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.
Seniors, at Prosper at Wickliffe, enjoy all the benefits of assisted living and memory care in an upscale community that features on-site amenities, a knowledgeable care team, and quick access to neighborhood amenities. Residents can maintain their daily lifestyles with access to 24-hour services...
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Photo of Aviva Hills
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48 reviews
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48 reviews
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The facility is very clean and the staff is friendly. They have many activities for the residents. You do have to really advocate to get information about your loved one. An orientation would be a helpful...
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a...
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My mother resided here until she needed more advanced care. [name removed] and her staff were always right on point. Anytime there were issues or hang ups they worked with my family and I to find a...
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.
Bentley Place is located in Hermitage Pennsylvania just two blocks west of Hillcrest Memorial Park. Our community is small, homelike and full of laughter. Everywhere you go there is a new friend and we encourage residents to keep up old hobbies or learn new ones. We offer many activities to help...
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Photo of Brooklyn Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Some of the kindest most caring caregivers and housekeepers work here. Administration response slow. We would recommend this community to other families with caveats. Kind , caring ,attentive staff. Clean...
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.
Welcome to a new kind of senior living at Brooklyn Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care located in beautiful Brooklyn, Ohio. The community opened in November, 2018 with all new, state of the art programming for seniors needing Assisted Living or Memory Care. With a focus on wellness and...
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Photo of Brookdale Wooster
2020 Photos available
7.3
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24 reviews
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What we like the most about Brookdale Wooster is the friendliness of the staff and the cleanliness. [name removed] was wonderful. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the...
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.
Good Times with Good FriendsIf you are looking for a place that lets you embrace a new way of life, look no further. Located in a small neighborhood of Wooster, Ohio, our assisted living and memory care residents experience the best of everything senior living has to offer. From a warm and...
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Photo of St. Mary of the Woods
88 Photos available
7.3
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17 reviews
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The facility is very clean and comfortable with some nice cozy spots on the main floor. It has a beautiful chapel where mass is said 6 days a week. A library with a good assortment of topics. The staff is...
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.
Personalized care in scenic AvonOnce known as a farming town, the city of Avon has transformed into a vibrant and thriving area where the town’s residents can find everything they need. The Lorain County Metro Parks’ Miller Nature Preserve displays prehistoric ferns to exotic orchids in its new...
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Photo of Vista Springs Greenbriar
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22 reviews
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22 reviews
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5's across the board in every category. Her quality of life has improved 100%! They keep the rooms very clean there. There's never any foul smells in the air. They seem to personally care about the people...
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.
Welcome to Vista Springs Greenbriar Village!Vista Springs Greenbriar Village combines our resort-style environments with expertise in the health and security of your loved one. Memory care specialists and 24-hour nursing staff are on hand to make sure residents get the support they need.Imagine a...
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Photo of Liberty Residence I
1313 Photos available
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26 reviews
7.1
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26 reviews
5 star
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The staff are wonderful and caring people! They are great to work with and were very patient and supportive as we went through the intake process.
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.
Living at Liberty Residence gives ourresidents every opportunity to keepactive, stay involved and age gracefully.Home Cooked MealsOur chefs plan meals that are similar to recipesthat residents have prepared over the years. Fresh fruits and vegetables accompany every meal.Housekeeping and...
Photo of Regent of Stow
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All 5 stars for Regent of Stow! The place is fabulous and exceeded all expectations that I had. It is a very nice place for your loved ones.
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.
Newly renovated community in the heart of Stow Ohio, Nestled among the parks of Summit Seven spacious studio apartments , Open common areas and affordably priced.
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Photo of The Ashton at Mayfield Heights
2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.1
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15 reviews
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15 reviews
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I gave the administration a lower score because my mom has still not received an invoice for apartment after several months living there. My mom is happy there.
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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Photo of The Inn at the Pines
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Takes very good care of my grandma!! Her needs are met. Staff very friendly and always helpful. Very clean and colorful. Maintenance staff is great! Always helpful.
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.
Inn at the Pines caters to those guests who require more hands-on assistance with memory support. Trained staff provide hands on care and therapeutic activities for those with Alzheimer’s disease, similar dementias and memory challenges.We provide 16 private suites in a modern, western reserve...
Photo of The Inn at the Pines
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17 reviews
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It's a great place! The staff are just wonderful and people from the staff in the kitchen to the caregivers and nurses and the other residents that live at The Pines are so fun and great to be around - just...
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.
Local, Dependable, AffordableCome visit Inn at the Pines where "It’s all about living!” Our assisted living continues to redefine the concept of senior living, with regular updates and enhancements designed to meet the ever-changing needs of our residentsThe Inn at the Pines offers a modern,...
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Photo of The Atrium at Anna Maria
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The Atrium is a community of caring individuals - both who work and live there. The staff are incredibly friendly and caring and go above and beyond to make everyone truly feel at home. The kitchen 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.
The Atrium of Anna Maria is a senior living community located in Aurora, Ohio, in Portage County and home to just over 16,000 people. Aurora is a small city with park-like settings and golf access in the Akron area, with small stores, shops and restaurants. Residents will enjoy taking their...
Photo of Crown Center At Laurel Lake
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When you move into assisted living it is assumed you are going to need assistance. They don't go by levels, which is great. It's hard to get in unless you come from skilled nursing, or if you start in the...
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.
At Laurel Lake Retirement Community in Hudson, you'll find a remarkable lifestyle complemented by peace of mind and value. Laurel Lake's unique blend of prime location, natural beauty, customizable homes and outstanding amenities is designed to provide a rewarding lifestyle for you or your loved...
Photo of The Villas Assisted Living at Grande Village
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I like it here in the community. The Villas Assisted Living is very clean. My room is very large and spacious, and it is private. All the rooms have a balcony. Some of the rooms overlook a...
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.
Nestled on a beautiful 14 acre campus in historic Twinsburg, Grande Village Retirement Community offers a variety of lifestyle choices for today's older adults. Our continuum of care community provides comfort and security in a home like setting. In February of 2006, Sprenger Retirement Centers...
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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.
Nestled on a beautiful 14 acre campus in historic Twinsburg, Grande Village Retirement Community offers a variety of lifestyle choices for today's older adults. Our continuum of care community provides comfort and security in a home like setting. In February of 2006, Sprenger Retirement Centers...
Photo of Mayflower Manor Apartments
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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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Photo of The Weils
2626 Photos available
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Reasons we chose The Weils: Open and airy; bigger windows and more natural light; more updated paint colors and furnishings make it a more uplifting environment; also conveniently located for family members...
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.
Photo of Lantern of Chagrin Valley
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After having a fall, my mother needed a place to live; we had little time to put things together, and we were very overwhelmed. We were both overjoyed to have discovered Lantern. They did everything they...
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 Hamlet at Chagrin Falls
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My loved one, seems to like the food. They keep my loved one, busy and working with the activies. They enjoy the activities. it's a really nice place, and good value for the money. It's a great place. My...
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.
Hamlet Village offers the very best in retirement lifestyles. Our 47- acre campus in the heart of Chagrin Falls offers a wonderful journey through the seasons, contently located near charming village shops and restaurants. With affordable, maintenance — free spacious apartments to choose from,...
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My mother-in-law was at Whitewood for almost 3 years. She loved the staff, and the food!! We could not have asked for a better place for [name removed] to be at the end of her life. Thank you for taking such...
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.
The Inn at Whitewood Village is an assisted living residence located in the historic town of North Canton, Stark County, Ohio. Home to the original Hoover Vacuum Cleaner company, the town has a spirit of independence and entrepreneurial fervor that has been passed down to everyone to a small...
Photo of Briar Hill Health Care Residence
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My mother truly enjoyed her short time there, it was wonderful. In her words she was really dreading it because she thought a month would be a long time, but the time just flew by for her. What caught our...
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.
WHY BRIARCLIFF MANOR?We are more than an Assisted Living facility. We provide a lifestyle of gracious country living in a simply elegant setting. We pay attention to the details of fine dining, to personalized laundry, to the care we deliver. Our call is to serve our residents' individualized...
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Cost of independent living in Portage County, OH

The average cost of senior living in Portage County is $3,737 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aurora, OH with an average of $3,489 per month.

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

Portage County, OH
$3,737/mo
$3,737/mo
$3,949/mo

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

Portage County, OH
$3,737/mo
$3,751/mo
U.S. national average
$4,020/mo

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

$4,445/mo
Independent Living
$3,737/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,413/mo
Studio
$4,708/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,361/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,194/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,777/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Portage County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Portage County

Recent reviews for independent living in Portage County

The Inn at University Village in Massillon, OH

5.0
The staff they have at this community are really nice and we could not be happier with them, however mom thinks they could use some more staff. The community is pretty active. Mom is the memory care unit and there are less activities available. She loves the food and the community is nice. ...
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The Shenango Inn in Sharon, PA

4.0
This community is an old hotel that they have converted into a senior community. The staff have been helpful, encouraging and understanding. The residents are friendly. Mom has not complained about the food. They have a nice outdoor porch for the residents to enjoy. This is a relaxed community ...
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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!

Portage County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portage County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portage 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 Portage 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 Portage 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
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Low / no sodium
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33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Portage 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 Portage County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portage County, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
34.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portage 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 Portage County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Portage County, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
47%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
29.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Springwood Luxury Active Adult Living, Whispering Pines Village and Westwood Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Portage County, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 473 independent living facilities near Portage County, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Portage County, Ohio are Springwood Luxury Active Adult Living, Whispering Pines Village and Reward Senior Care of Lisbon. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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