Page 10 of Best Independent Living in Ohio

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 212 independent living communities in OH using OH Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in OH
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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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
The Wellington at Dayton
IL
AL
MC
RC
Dayton
-Yes
63
Facility 63
OH AVG 40
Rank #34 / 205
1 Bed / 2 Bed--
80
Facility 80
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #74 / 80
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 2
Rank #54 / 70
StoryPoint Waterville
IL
AL
MC
Waterville
-Yes
40
Facility 40
OH AVG 40
Rank #98 / 205
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #40 / 80
-
The Seasons
IL
AL
CCRC
NH
RC
SNF
Cincinnati
45
Facility 45
OH AVG 76
Rank #70 / 93
Yes
34
Facility 34
OH AVG 40
Rank #109 / 205
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Maple Knoll Village
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati
80
Facility 80
OH AVG 76
Rank #34 / 93
Yes
47
Facility 47
OH AVG 40
Rank #78 / 205
1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Otterbein Sunset House SeniorLife Community
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Toledo (Westgate)
24
Facility 24
OH AVG 76
Rank #88 / 93
Yes
26
Facility 26
OH AVG 40
Rank #141 / 205
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+---
Brookdale Bath
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Akron (Fairlawn)
-Yes
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 40
Rank #51 / 205
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsA+---
Harrison on 5th by Senior Star
IL
AL
MC
RC
Columbus (Harrison West)
-Yes
69
Facility 69
OH AVG 40
Rank #23 / 205
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedANiniana J. Thompson--
Hudson Grande Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Hudson
-Yes
35
Facility 35
OH AVG 40
Rank #108 / 205
-A+Katrese Barta Strong
84
Facility 84
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #50 / 80
-
StoryPoint Medina
IL
AL
Medina (Coddingville)
-Yes
15
Facility 15
OH AVG 40
Rank #173 / 205
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA---
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #28 / 70
The Ashford at Sturbridge
IL
AL
RC
Hilliard
123
Facility 123
OH AVG 76
Rank #15 / 93
Yes
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 40
Rank #200 / 205
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1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 70

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Overview of The Wellington at Dayton

Let go of your worries with the trusted senior living community of The Wellington at Dayton located in the beautiful setting of West Alex Bell, Dayton, OH, offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and temporary stay. With various cozy and purposely designed one-bedroom residences, seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and convenience. A competent and well-trained team goes above and beyond to help seniors maximize their independence while receiving top-notch care and assistance for their special needs and aspirations.

Ideally placed between three the cities of Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Columbus, The Wellington at Dayton strives to provide a haven for seniors to enjoy their best years. Meticulously prepared dining options are available for seniors to indulge in healthy and delicious meals. The Wellington at Dayton is great for seniors who want to make the most out of their retirement with its amazing amenities and vibrant community.

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Overview of StoryPoint Waterville

Situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Waterville, OH, StoryPoint Waterville is a reliable senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, enhanced living, and memory care options. Residents experience unmatched comfort and convenience in carefully designed apartments, built to give them freedom, with open-concept floor plans and convenient access to community amenities and round-the-clock assistance. Whether you need just a little assistance with mobility and medications or more extensive help through the community’s specialized memory care program, you are sure to experience the personalized care that StoryPoint Waterville is renowned for.

Residents are guaranteed to thrive holistically with an engaging calendar of activities, events, and programs, and convenient amenities, designed to provide plenty of opportunities for enjoyment, leisure, and wellness. Most of the chores are handled to provide residents the freedom to spend more of their precious time doing things that they truly love. Meals provide both nourishment and bonding over deciduous cuisines, encouraging making new friends connections. Here, residents get to experience a fulfilling lifestyle with the community’s remarkable efforts and services.

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The Seasons

7300 Dearwester Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45236
Overview of The Seasons

Located in Cincinnati, OH, The Seasons is an exceptional senior living community that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Short Term Care. The community offers a variety of floor plans to choose from, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. A team of tenured caregivers are available to provide compassionate care and assistance 24/7, ensuring residents needs are met immediately.

The community conducts an array of activities and programming that’s centered around residents’ interests, abilities, and needs, helping them to stay active and engaged. Extra medical services like, 24-hour nursing care, nutrition management, wound, pulmonary, and tracheostomy care, and various rehabilitation services, provides residents the comfort of knowing that extensive medical services are available to them should they require it.

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Maple Knoll Village

11100 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45246
Overview of Maple Knoll Village

Live a blissful retirement with Maple Knoll Village set in the harmonious neighborhood of Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH, providing assisted living, independent living, rehabilitation services, skilled nursing, and hospice care. Here, residents receive top-notch care and assistance from a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. Featuring variations of specially designed villas and apartments, residents can rest assured of finding the right accommodation according to their preferences. The community also promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents adapt easily to their surroundings.

Fun activities and engaging programs are also conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes are also something to anticipate, with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. The community is equipped with a club room, a spa, a wellness center, a swimming pool, and serene walking paths, perfect for socialization and recreation.

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Overview of Otterbein Sunset House SeniorLife Community

Discover a unique blend of historic charm and innovative community life at Otterbein Sunset House SeniorLife Community, a dynamic senior living community in Lucas County, Toledo, Ohio, offering a wide range of care options. Residents of the community have access to independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, home care, rehabilitation, respite care, and rehabilitation services, ensuring most of their care needs are met. With a range of beautifully designed one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a restful everyday life within the community.

There’s so much to do and enjoy at Otterbein Sunset House with their wide range of convenient amenities and lively activities, such as outdoor walking group, art classes, trivia, worship service, and various off-campus outings. The community is also conveniently located in Ottawa Hills near many of the local attractions, including dining, shopping, medical services, and physicians. Amenities include common areas with fireplaces, cozy meeting and activity rooms, a bar, beauty & barbershop, walking paths, and a gazebo, providing plenty of spaces for relaxation or enjoying a chat with friends.

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Brookdale Bath

101 N Cleveland Massillon Rd, Akron, OH 44333
Overview of Brookdale Bath

Brookdale Bath, located in Akron, Ohio, offers a vibrant senior living experience with both assisted living and memory care services. Residents can enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with help for daily activities such as managing medications, bathing, and dressing. The community features an elegant dining room for delicious meals and a dynamic social calendar with activities to suit every interest. For those who require memory care, personalized and compassionate programs are designed to meet unique needs and preferences, ensuring a purposeful and engaging daily experience.

Residents at Brookdale Bath benefit from a variety of amenities and programs. The exclusive Brookdale HealthPlus program provides personalized healthcare management, including clinical care coordination and appointment scheduling. Activities range from Bible study and brain exercise classes to art lessons, allowing residents to stay as active and engaged as they wish. Dining is a delightful experience with meals prepared by a passionate culinary team, ensuring both nutrition and enjoyment. Memory care residents benefit from a supportive dining environment that promotes socialization and familiarity. Brookdale Bath offers a comprehensive, enriching, and supportive community for seniors seeking a fulfilling lifestyle.

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Overview of Harrison on 5th by Senior Star

A prominent senior living community settling on the harmonious residential area of W 5th Avenue, Columbus, OH, Harrison on 5th by Senior Star offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Have a relaxing time within the intricately designed and spacious residences including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The community doubles its efforts to deliver top-tier care and support for seniors to flourish and live to their potential.

Rekindle passions and discover new interests through a wide range of fun activities and enjoyable programs for an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Take in the scenic views of the local neighborhood and gain easy access to your necessities. Delight with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Harrison on 5th by Senior Star is a good place for relaxation with its tranquil spaces and fabulous amenities.

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Overview of Hudson Grande Senior Living

Located in the tranquil neighborhood of Darrow Road, Hudson, OH, Hudson Grande Senior Living is a distinguished senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. With beautifully designed and spacious accommodations, seniors maximize comfort and security. A compassionate and highly skilled strives to deliver the highest quality of care and support for seniors to flourish and create wonderful moments in their golden years.

Discover new interests and relive old hobbies with fun activities and exciting events conducted to ensure seniors maintain their happiness and wellness. Eat well and feel good with delightful and nutritious meals that satisfy dietary needs and tastes. Hudson Grande Senior Living is ideal for seniors looking to live a relaxing retirement with its peaceful spaces and welcoming environment.

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Overview of StoryPoint Medina

Offering independent living and assisted living, StoryPoint Medina East is a residential care community located on Medina Road in Medina, Ohio. With a two-story setting, the community also features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences.

With a Walk Score of 15, the community’s surrounding area is generally car-dependent. This suggests that personal transportation is beneficial to access nearby destinations while providing a quieter residential environment.

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Overview of The Ashford at Sturbridge

There are three lines of care at The Ashford at Sturbridge in Hilliard, OH, and they are independent living, assisted living, and respite care. Independent living brings the community’s services without any daily care attached to them.

Dressing, bathing, and medication belong to the assisted living level, along with the smaller tasks around them. Respite runs short and ends on a specified date, and that is the shape of the care a household wants when whoever is usually responsible for caregiving isn’t available.

Three levels of care sharing one campus mean a resident whose needs evolve has the next step waiting a corridor away. The building is licensed for 123 beds. Medicaid is accepted, and it answers the needs of households whose savings wouldn’t cover a long stay on their own.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Independent Living in Ohio at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Ohio. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 76The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Ohio. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Ohio

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 212 independent living communities in Ohio. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Ohio?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Ohio, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Ohio?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.