Independence Village of Aurora
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Aurora, OH

Independence Village of Aurora

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Aurora, OH

Overview of Independence Village of Aurora

With 23 years of operation, Independence Village of Aurora is a residential care community on South Chillicothe Road in Aurora, Ohio, that offers independent living and assisted living. A variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences in a two-story setting provide residents with options that can match their preferences.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 29, suggesting that some errands can be completed on foot. Transportation services are also available, helping residents access amenities. Meanwhile, pets are also welcome in the community.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #52 / 104Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 52nd out of 104 assisted living communities we track in Ohio for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Ohio facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
23 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #281 / 425Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 281st out of 425 assisted living communities we track in Ohio for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Ohio facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
29 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyPortage

Leadership

Director of NursingBREONNA KINCHEN

Contact Information

Fax(330) 562-1771

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Inspection History

In Ohio, the Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducts unannounced onsite inspections to evaluate the quality of care and environment in all licensed facilities.

Resident satisfaction survey results

Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.

Average score

83 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

95 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

94 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

84 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

86 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

77 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

60 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

84 / 100

Ohio average: 81 / 100

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Independence Village of Aurora

Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Aurora's city center to Independence Village of Aurora's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Hudson

Info below is compiled from the OH Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A score out of 100 based on in-person interviews with residents, conducted by an independent third party on behalf of the Ohio Department of Aging. Residents are asked about staff, activities, meals, administration, and overall experience. <em>Source: Ohio Long-Term Care Quality Navigator</em>
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
Hines Hill Senior Living
AL
MC
Hudson
57
Facility 57
OH AVG 68
Rank #114 / 219
No
19
Facility 19
OH AVG 41
Rank #344 / 425
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8
Facility 8
OH AVG 2
Rank #130 / 152
Independence Village of Aurora
AL
IL
Aurora-Yes
29
Facility 29
OH AVG 41
Rank #281 / 425
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #132 / 180
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Springwood Hudson
AL
IL
Hudson-Yes
9
Facility 9
OH AVG 41
Rank #395 / 425
1 Bed / 2 BedA+--
Danbury Hudson
AL
MC
Hudson-Yes
9
Facility 9
OH AVG 41
Rank #395 / 425
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+--

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other OH assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

Independence Village of Aurora is located in Aurora, Ohio.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Ohio.

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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).
OH

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
OH

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).
OH

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.
OH

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).
OH

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.
OH

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.
OH

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
OH

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.
OH

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.
OH

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Independence Village of Aurora

Who is the Director of Nursing at Independence Village of Aurora?

Breonna Kinchen is the Director of Nursing at Independence Village of Aurora.

Is Independence Village of Aurora in a walkable area?

Independence Village of Aurora has a walk score of 29. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Independence Village of Aurora been in business?

Independence Village of Aurora has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Independence Village of Aurora?

Yes, Independence Village of Aurora allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Independence Village of Aurora?

The team at Independence Village of Aurora can be reached at STAYLOR@INDEPENDENCEVILLAGES.COM.

Are there photos of Independence Village of Aurora?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Independence Village of Aurora in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Independence Village of Aurora provide?

Independence Village of Aurora offers Assisted Living & Independent Living.

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