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The Woodlands of Columbus
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Columbus, OH
Front entrance of The Woodlands of Columbus facility Sign for The Woodlands of Columbus by landscaped entrance Dining room with elegant furnishings and a chandelier Cozy resident room with a bed and seating area

The Woodlands of Columbus

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Columbus, OH
5380 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43213 View map
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Overview of The Woodlands of Columbus

The Woodlands of Columbus is an assisted living, memory care, and respite care community located at 5321 East Broad Street in Columbus, Ohio. Managed by Executive Director Carol Ruff and Director of Nursing Crystal Foster, the single-story residential facility has been in operation for 25 years, serving the eastern pocket of the city.

The 102-bed property offers private studio and one-bedroom apartment units ranging from 285 to 388 square feet. The community accommodates individuals aged 55 and older, alongside younger adults with qualifying disabilities, with an average resident age of 84. On-site infrastructure includes a dedicated clinical therapy room, a private chapel, a hair salon, and common activity areas.

Daily operations incorporate 24-hour personal care, social clubs, fitness classes, and restaurant-style dining. Administrative protocols accommodate physician-approved alcohol consumption rules and formal Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) directives. The campus allows restricted pet options and holds a walk score of 8, indicating a car-dependent setting where off-campus errands require a vehicle.

Families looking to discuss apartment vacancies, care programs, or current monthly rates can contact the East Broad Street administrative office directly.

Facility Direct Line (614) 755-7591
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 45 Rank #271 / 298Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 271st out of 298 assisted living communities we track in Ohio for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Ohio facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

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 #49 / 104Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 49th 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.
25 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #401 / 424Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 401st out of 424 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.
8 / 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

Pricing & Financial Information

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Starting Price
$3,915/Month

Certifications & Programs

Magnolia Trails™ — Sonida Senior LivingA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Woodlands of Columbus is administered by Erica Starks.

Leadership

Director of NursingErica Starks

Additional Services

2 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Transportation

Contact Information

Email estarks@woodlandsoffremont.com

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Activities
Walking Club
Exercise Classes
Dakim Brain FitnessA touch-screen cognitive exercise program with games and activities that practice memory, language, attention, and other thinking skills. It gives older adults structured mental stimulation.
Stretching Exercises
Bingo
Trivia
Card Games
Arts and Crafts
Day Trips

Room Accommodations

Studio 285 sq ft
1 Bedroom 388 sq ft

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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.

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Address 7.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbus's city center to The Woodlands of Columbus's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Columbus

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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. 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 named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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.
Bickford of Upper Arlington
AL
MC
Columbus (River Ridge)
75
Facility 75
OH AVG 101
Rank #193 / 298
Yes
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 41
Rank #163 / 424
Private RoomsA+Molly Britt
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.3
Rank #89 / 247
19
Facility 19
OH AVG 6
Rank #232 / 239
Ohio Living Westminster – Thurber
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Columbus (Harrison West)
78
Facility 78
OH AVG 101
Rank #189 / 298
Yes
71
Facility 71
OH AVG 41
Rank #44 / 424
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+Caitlin Distel
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 85.3
Rank #164 / 247
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 6
Rank #1 / 239
Worthington Christian Village
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Columbus (Olentangy High Bluffs)
60
Facility 60
OH AVG 101
Rank #227 / 298
No
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 41
Rank #272 / 424
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Tara Arnett
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.3
Rank #125 / 247
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 6
Rank #1 / 239
Ashford on Broad
AL
IL
RC
Columbus (Whitehall)
165
Facility 165
OH AVG 101
Rank #30 / 298
Yes
36
Facility 36
OH AVG 41
Rank #237 / 424
Studio / 1 BedA+Donna Moening-
11
Facility 11
OH AVG 6
Rank #199 / 239
The Woodlands of Columbus
AL
MC
RC
Columbus (East Broad)
45
Facility 45
OH AVG 101
Rank #271 / 298
Yes
8
Facility 8
OH AVG 41
Rank #401 / 424
Studio / 1 BedA+Erica Starks
88
Facility 88
OH AVG 85.3
Rank #80 / 247
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Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in Ohio

The Woodlands of Columbus is in Columbus, Ohio. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Residential care support

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Eligibility

General
Adults age 21+ meeting Medicaid financial and care-need requirements who live in an Ohio Department of Aging-certified assisted-living facility.
OH specifics
Medicaid assisted-living services require financial and care eligibility; room and board are a separate resident responsibility.

What it provides

  • Pays for covered care in an approved assisted-living facility; participants remain responsible for room and board.
Cash support · veterans

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

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

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
2026 · Countable income is compared with the applicable maximum annual pension rate (MAPR), which varies by dependents and benefit category. For a veteran with one dependent and Aid and Attendance, MAPR is $34,488/year.
Asset limit
VA pension net-worth ceiling is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus income for VA purposes; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Aid and Attendance or Housebound is an increased VA pension rate for eligible veterans or surviving spouses who meet pension and additional care/disability requirements; it is not a stand-alone state benefit.
OH specifics
Federal VA pension rules apply nationwide.

What it provides

  • Monthly pension is based on the applicable MAPR less countable annual income; divided by 12. Maximum annual veteran Aid and Attendance rates are $29,093 without dependents and $34,488 with one dependent; actual payments may be lower.
In-home & community support

PASSPORT Waiver

PASSPORT Waiver

Eligibility

General
Adults age 60+ who meet Medicaid financial eligibility and nursing-facility level-of-care requirements and seek care at home.
OH specifics
PASSPORT is a Medicaid waiver supporting eligible older Ohioans at home or in community settings instead of nursing facilities.

What it provides

  • Assessed home and community-based services; including personal-care assistance; through the PASSPORT Medicaid waiver.
Caregiver support

National Family Caregiver Support Program

National Family Caregiver Support Program

Who it is for
Family or informal caregivers of an older adult

Eligibility

General
Family and informal caregivers seeking support through the state aging network; individual services are assessed through local providers.

What it provides

  • Caregiver support through the Ohio aging network and local providers; funded under the National Family Caregiver Support Program.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiary; the state determines the applicable Medicare Savings Program. QMB helps with premiums and Medicare cost sharing; SLMB and QI generally help with Part B premiums.
OH specifics
QI requires annual application and is funded first-come, first-served with priority for prior recipients. QMB, SLMB and QI confer Part D Extra Help.

What it provides

  • QMB pays eligible Part A/Part B premiums and Medicare deductibles and cost sharing; SLMB and QI pay Part B premiums. The exact benefit depends on the approved program.
Energy assistance

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Eligibility

General
Income-eligible households with qualifying home-energy costs; the administering agency applies household-size and program eligibility rules.
OH specifics
Administered by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services effective April 6, 2026.

What it provides

  • Federally funded assistance with eligible household energy bills.
Homeowner tax relief

Homestead Exemption

Homestead Exemption

Income limit
2026 application · $41,000 in qualifying total 2025 income, subject to grandfathering and special-category exceptions; state and county guidance governs income calculation.

Eligibility

General
Qualifying Ohio homeowners age 65+ or with permanent and total disability; the property must be the principal home and applicable income requirements must be met.
OH specifics
For tax year 2026 the standard exemption shields up to $29,700 of home value; it is not a $29,700 tax refund.

What it provides

  • Tax savings equal the applicable local taxes on exempt home value.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Woodlands of Columbus

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is The Woodlands of Columbus in?
The Woodlands of Columbus is in the East Broad neighborhood of Columbus.
02 Who is the Director of Nursing at The Woodlands of Columbus?
Erica Starks is the Director of Nursing at The Woodlands of Columbus.
03 Is The Woodlands of Columbus in a walkable area?
The Woodlands of Columbus has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
04 How long has The Woodlands of Columbus been in business?
The Woodlands of Columbus has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
05 Are pets allowed at The Woodlands of Columbus?
Yes, The Woodlands of Columbus allows residents to bring their pets.
06 What is the best email address for The Woodlands of Columbus?
The team at The Woodlands of Columbus can be reached at ESTARKS@WOODLANDSOFFREMONT.COM.
07 Who is the administrator of The Woodlands of Columbus?
Erica Starks is the administrator of The Woodlands of Columbus.
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