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I moved in here a year ago, and I am very glad I did. I have met and made a lot of new friends. There are lots of activities to take part in, like corn hole, art and crafts, and there are also outside...
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.
Seize the opportunity to thrive at The Waterford at Fairfield, where residents have the freedom to focus on family and friends thanks to our modern amenities and convenient services. Our Independent Living community in Fairfield, Ohio, offers the privacy and freedom to live the way residents...
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When I worked in healthcare, there was never more than 4 patients per staff. Here, there are at least 12 patients per staff. Not fair to the patients or the aides. That’s why there’s such a turnover of aides
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.
Enjoy thoughtful amenities in a warm, homelike environment at The Woodlands of Hamilton, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community nestled in the west side of Hamilton, Ohio. From thoughtfully designed studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans to world-class services such as medication...
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It has been a great place for my mom in the 15months she's lived there. It's a perfect size apartment, with a great , friendly, caring staff, good assortment of activities and trips offered . I am there...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Fairfield! Our residents are our pride and joy, so we love to provide them with the most joyful retirement experience. Offering independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care options allow us to provide a catered experience for each resident’s specific...
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The first thing that I notice was it clean and well maintained. I also felt a family atmosphere. The residents were called by name and interacted with like a family member and not a patient. There are many...
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.
If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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Food, activities and friendliness is great. The pricing HAS inched up a couple of times and now they are introducing direct pay or pay $25 extra to pay by check. Not happy about this. I'm not sure how...
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.
The Winfield at Middletown is an intimate Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in Middletown, Ohio. Nestled in a neighborhood surrounded by beautiful homes and churches, we are only five minutes away from downtown where you’ll find plenty of shopping, the Middletown Senior Center,...
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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.
Strongly rooted in Middletown, OH, we have been making a difference in the lives of seniors within our community for more than thirty years. Independent Living at the Terrace offers personalized studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments with tailored services and amenities that allow our...
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My mother-in law stayed here for her rehab for knee replacement. She was treated like a queen! Great people and beautiful community to be in. We walked out by the lake at sunset and sat near the gazebo...
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.
Berkeley Square is a beautiful, lively community with private, tree-lined streets, custom homes and apartments. Moving to our community provides you with a gorgeous home, friendly neighbors, and security for the future while offering various activities and entertainment. Living at Berkeley Square...
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My mother-in-law has been a resident at Westover Retirement since February 2022. She did 1 month of Respite Care. At that time, she made the decision that going to her own home was not something that she...
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.
Westover is a picturesque neighborhood nestled safely in its own community with homes featuring spacious living areas, ample storage space, one-car garages and large, walk-out patios. Our spacious apartments are located close to all the amenities, dining choices and array of activities. Enjoy a...
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The director of nursing is always very responsive when I've had questions or brought up concerns and addressed any issues quickly and without excuses. The staff is very friendly and know the patients well...
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.
At Spring Hills Middletown, we are committed to making healthy living the foundation of every aspect of life. From dining that truly satisfies, to fitness that invigorates and motivates, down to the smaller details, such as our use of safe, non-toxic cleaning products in each assisted living...
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Mom has now passed, but dad is still a resident at Mount Pleasant. They have both been welcomed and enjoy the experience of a community of fellow members. Their care has been exceptional and we are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Mount Pleasant Retirement Village is an assisted living community located in the city of Monroe, Butler County, Ohio. Our beautiful community is located in the heart of small town Monroe, OH. This scenic city is a lovely place to call home. Mount Pleasant Retirement Village is dedicated to its...
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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, 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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It's been real good. She's happy there. The food is good. The laundry missing is the only problem. It was nicer than the rest of the ones we saw, and it was small we liked the size of it.
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.
When it is time to find a senior center for someone you love, it is hard to know which place will give them the loving atmosphere they need; while giving you the peace of mind you need to know that you made the right decision. Close to Home is a Wisconsin based Senior Living Center that offers...
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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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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: 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.
A beautiful community in a natural, park-like setting, Eaton Senior Villas has more than you would expect for the price. Exclusively built for adults 55 and over in mind, exciting features are around every corner. Stair-free living and walking paths await the company of you and your furry friend....
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, 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in West Elkton, OH

The average cost of senior living in West Elkton is $4,072 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lewisburg, OH with an average of $3,531 per month.

Independent living costs in West Elkton, OH, vs. nearby cities

West Elkton, OH
$4,072/mo
$4,035/mo

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

West Elkton, OH
$4,072/mo
$3,739/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in West Elkton, OH, vs. other senior living options

$4,878/mo
Independent Living
$4,072/mo

Independent living costs in West Elkton, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$4,526/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,483/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,995/mo

Senior living costs in West Elkton 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: West Elkton, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Elkton, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$4,072/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,894/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,878/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
West Elkton, OH:$4,072/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
West Elkton, OH:$4,894/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
West Elkton, OH:$4,878/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in West Elkton, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in West Elkton 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 West Elkton, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in West Elkton 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
West Elkton, OH$4,125/mo$5,490/mo-24.9%
Ohio$2,803/mo$2,801/mo+0.1%
National$3,029/mo$2,857/mo+6.0%
West Elkton, OH
2024 average cost:$4,125/mo
2023 average cost:$5,490/mo
Percent change:-24.9%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,803/mo
2023 average cost:$2,801/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,029/mo
2023 average cost:$2,857/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in West Elkton

Recent reviews for independent living in West Elkton

Miller Farm Place in Dayton, OH

3.9
The care received is great, I the nurses and staff are wonderful. That is why I decided to take my Dad there. The facility needs to be updated for what the cost is. My experience has definitely been overwhelming, this was a very hard decision for me. I would recommend them.

Villas of Kettering

5.0
I move in by the end of 2019. New year the staff still work on that day to help me with the curtain I live there more than 3 years I love this place. I move out last year because I went to visit my family and have to stay long for a year .I am going back to leave there again when they ...
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Doverwood Village in Hamilton, OH

5.0
Our loved one is settling in to her new place after being there one month. We are impressed with their visiting Doctor and system in place for having prescriptions delivered to the facility. The staff is very caring and pleasant. Sometimes the residents complain about the food, however, I ...
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West Elkton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Elkton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Elkton, 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 West Elkton 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 West Elkton 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
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in West Elkton 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 West Elkton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Elkton, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Elkton 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 West Elkton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
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The Waterford at Fairfield, The Woodlands of Hamilton and StoryPoint Fairfield are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Elkton, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 20 independent living facilities near West Elkton, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in West Elkton, Ohio are 10 Wilmington Place, Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort and The Waterford at Fairfield. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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