Gleenwood Senior Housing

Q: What neighborhood is Gleenwood Senior Housing in?

Gleenwood Senior Housing is in the Defiance neighborhood.

Q: Is Gleenwood Senior Housing in a walkable area?

Gleenwood Senior Housing has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: Are there photos of Gleenwood Senior Housing?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Gleenwood Senior Housing in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the address of Gleenwood Senior Housing?

Gleenwood Senior Housing is located at 301 Glenwood Dr, Defiance, OH 43512.

Q: What is the phone number of Gleenwood Senior Housing?

(419) 784-3301 will put you in contact with the team at Gleenwood Senior Housing.

Q: Is Gleenwood Senior Housing Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Gleenwood Senior Housing is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Gleenwood Senior Housing

Glenwood Senior Housing is an inviting independent living community in Defiance, OH, that has thoughtfully designed accommodations for those 55+. Featuring a variety of floor plans, ranging from studio to two-bedroom units, the community ensures residents can feel at ease in its warm and welcoming environment. All utilities are also included, easing residents’ financial burdens.

Here, residents can spend their days as they please, especially with various recreational activities and lively communal spaces. Laundry is also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is a great choice for those seeking independence in their golden years.

(419) 784-3301

Walk Score: 25 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Single-story

2.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Defiance's city center to Gleenwood Senior Housing's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+

General Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+

General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)

General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits

Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+

General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized

General OH resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits

Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)

General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits

Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized

General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.

Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county

Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits

Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

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What neighborhood is Gleenwood Senior Housing in?

Gleenwood Senior Housing is in the Defiance neighborhood.

Is Gleenwood Senior Housing in a walkable area?

Gleenwood Senior Housing has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of Gleenwood Senior Housing?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Gleenwood Senior Housing in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Gleenwood Senior Housing?

Gleenwood Senior Housing is located at 301 Glenwood Dr, Defiance, OH 43512.

What is the phone number of Gleenwood Senior Housing?

(419) 784-3301 will put you in contact with the team at Gleenwood Senior Housing.

Is Gleenwood Senior Housing Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Gleenwood Senior Housing is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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