Westerville Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Westerville, OH
Westerville Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Westerville, OH
About eight miles north of Columbus, Westerville Senior Living is a mid-rise community in the Sharon neighborhood of Westerville, Ohio. Opened in 2017, it offers a three-level care model, assisted living, independent living, and memory care, all in one place. This arrangement means occupants can stay on-site if their care needs change, a practical benefit for families planning instead of reacting to an urgent crisis. Katlyn Gakunju serves as administrator, with Bobby Folden as executive director.
The home sits on Braun Place in Franklin County, near Mount Carmel St. Ann’s hospital, just 0.41 miles away. That hospital proximity makes routine medical appointments and emergency access easy. The car-dependent location carries a Walk Score of 22, so occupants and visiting families will need transportation for most activities outside the building. On-site transportation helps residents navigate this need. Floor plans offer valuable choice: studios, one-, and two-bedroom units give residents flexibility in configuring their living space. Housing options at this price point matter, especially when families select between communities with different space trade-offs. Daily amenities include on-site dining, plus fitness and recreation services offered to all three care levels. Pets are welcome, which attracts residents wanting to keep their companions close. Recreation programming ensures occupants have structured activity options all week. The dining program bolsters residents across all three care levels, handling different independence levels and preferences. The three-care-level structure is worth factoring into any family decision. Occupants in assisted living who later need more support can shift to a higher care level without leaving the community. Similarly, as needs evolve, independent-living residents can move into assisted living or memory care. That continuity reduces the disruption and upheaval that often comes with moving to a new facility.
At eight years old with a mid-rise format, three integrated care levels, on-site dining and recreation, and sub-half-mile hospital access, Westerville Senior Living is a straightforward option for families in the Westerville and greater Franklin County area who are navigating assisted living, independent living, or memory care.
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 22 / 100 Rank #525 / 704Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 525th out of 704 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Ohio that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: D- (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyFranklin
Westerville Senior Living is administered by Katlyn Gakunju.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Bobby Folden, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Fax(614) 942-6089
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Westerville Senior Living
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0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Westerville's city center to Westerville Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.41 miles to nearest hospital (Mount Carmel St. Ann's)
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The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.
| Westerville Senior Living | AL IL MC | Westerville (Sharon) | - | Yes |
22
Facility
22
OH AVG
40
Rank
#525 / 704 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | D- | Katlyn Gakunju | - | - |
| StoryPoint Gahanna | AL IL MC | Gahanna | - | Yes |
29
Facility
29
OH AVG
40
Rank
#455 / 704 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A | - | 98
Facility
98
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#1 / 192 | 1
Facility
1
OH AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 143 |
| Gables of Westerville | AL IL MC | Westerville | - | No |
42
Facility
42
OH AVG
40
Rank
#348 / 704 | - | A | - | 87
Facility
87
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#64 / 192 | 1
Facility
1
OH AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 143 |
| StoryPoint Powell | AL IL MC | Powell | - | Yes |
63
Facility
63
OH AVG
40
Rank
#127 / 704 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - | - | - |
| Inniswood Village | AL IL MC NH | Westerville (Amalthea Central College) | - | Yes |
14
Facility
14
OH AVG
40
Rank
#591 / 704 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | 95
Facility
95
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#4 / 192 | 1
Facility
1
OH AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 143 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Westerville Senior Living
What neighborhood is Westerville Senior Living in?
Westerville Senior Living is in the Sharon neighborhood of Westerville.
Is Westerville Senior Living in a walkable area?
Westerville Senior Living has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
How long has Westerville Senior Living been in business?
Westerville Senior Living has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Westerville Senior Living?
Yes, Westerville Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Westerville Senior Living?
The team at Westerville Senior Living can be reached at KATLYN.GAKUNJU@SPECTRUMRETIREMENT.COM.
Who is the administrator of Westerville Senior Living?
Katlyn Gakunju is the administrator of Westerville Senior Living.
Are there photos of Westerville Senior Living?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Westerville Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.
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