Page 10 of Best Independent Living in Ohio

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 208 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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Avg Walk Score: 42/ 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: 75The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Ohio. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Brookdale Montrose
IL
AL
MC
Akron (Fairlawn)
-Yes
65
Facility 65
OH AVG 42
Rank #107 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
81
Facility 81
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #163 / 190
-
Summit Point
IL
AL
RC
Macedonia
84
Facility 84
OH AVG 75
Rank #115 / 307
Yes
32
Facility 32
OH AVG 42
Rank #429 / 675
1 Bed / 2 Bed--
75
Facility 75
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #186 / 190
-
StoryPoint Waterville
IL
AL
MC
Waterville
-Yes
40
Facility 40
OH AVG 42
Rank #366 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #102 / 190
-
StoryPoint Grove City
IL
AL
MC
Grove City
-Yes-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #102 / 190
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 2
Rank #85 / 172
Nason Center of Breckenridge Village
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Willoughby (Deer Creek)
72
Facility 72
OH AVG 75
Rank #157 / 307
Yes
36
Facility 36
OH AVG 42
Rank #392 / 675
Private Rooms----
The Normandy | Senior & Assisted Living with Memory Care & Skilled Care
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Rocky River
150
Facility 150
OH AVG 75
Rank #12 / 307
Yes
12
Facility 12
OH AVG 42
Rank #608 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Harrison on 5th by Senior Star
IL
AL
MC
RC
Columbus (Harrison West)
-Yes
69
Facility 69
OH AVG 42
Rank #77 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedANiniana J. Thompson--
Reflections Retirement Community
IL
AL
Lancaster
-Yes
6
Facility 6
OH AVG 42
Rank #646 / 675
-A+Dennis Downing
90
Facility 90
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #34 / 190
-
StoryPoint Medina
IL
AL
Medina (Coddingville)
-Yes
15
Facility 15
OH AVG 42
Rank #588 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA---
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #64 / 172
Wesley Woods at New Albany
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
New Albany (Plain Township)
35
Facility 35
OH AVG 75
Rank #259 / 307
Yes
24
Facility 24
OH AVG 42
Rank #512 / 675
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1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 172

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every OH community we track that reports that metric, not just the 208 on this page.

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Overview of Brookdale Montrose

Brookdale Montrose is a vibrant senior living community located in Akron, Ohio, offering a range of care levels to suit residents’ needs, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Seniors can enjoy a worry-free lifestyle in stylish apartments with restaurant-style dining and numerous opportunities for socializing and making friends. The community provides a dynamic calendar of fun events and activities, ensuring there is always something exciting to look forward to.

Brookdale Montrose features an array of amenities and programs designed to enhance residents’ quality of life. The HealthPlus program offers personalized healthcare with a dedicated RN Care Manager to oversee clinical needs, coordinate appointments, and manage communication with providers. This exclusive service ensures that residents receive the best care without leaving the community. With luxurious accommodations, top-notch facilities, and a supportive environment, Brookdale Montrose is an ideal choice for seniors seeking a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle.

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Summit Point

9633 Valley View Rd, Macedonia, OH 44056
Overview of Summit Point

Conveniently located in Summit County, Macedonia, Ohio, Summit Point is a dependable senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and temporary stays. Residents are offered a variety of floor plans, sizes and safety features, making sure they are able to find the residence that provides them the most comfort and convenience. Committed to making residents’ lives easier, the community offers an array of convenient services, including three delicious meals a day, housekeeping and laundry, home maintenance, and transportation services.

At Summit Point, there are no dull moments with plenty of activities and events taking place within and outside the community, including live performances, various classes, educational programs, community service and intergenerational programs. Residents find joy in an array of delightful amenities, including a theater room, billiards lounge, coffee pub, salon, and gorgeous outdoor areas. With 24-hour management team availability, convenient services, and nurturing environment, residents are sure to enjoy a meaningful lifestyle at Summit Point.

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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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Overview of StoryPoint Grove City

Enjoy plenty of opportunities for a vibrant retirement life at StoryPoint Grove City, a dedicated senior living community in Grove City, OH, offering independent living, assisted living and memory care services. Residents can fully relax in their comfortable living spaces that come in a range of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment floor plans. A team of professionally trained employees are available to provide 24-hour care and support, complemented with round-the-clock emergency response systems for immediate action during emergencies or time of need.

Committed to making its residents’ daily life as vibrant as possible, StoryPoint Grove City offers a wide range of interesting activities and amenities. Residents enjoy access to a salon and a zen massage room for relaxation and pampering. Cozy common areas like a library, cafe, bistro, and activity room provide relaxing spaces for making new connections or spending time with friends. The community also offers delicious, chef-prepared meals that are infused with all the nutrients residents need to stay healthy.

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Overview of Nason Center of Breckenridge Village

Seventy-two beds, three stories, and four distinct care types under one name: Nason Center of Breckenridge Village covers nursing home, skilled nursing, independent living, and assisted living with memory care, all in Willoughby, Ohio’s Deer Creek neighborhood. Private rooms make up the core housing, with dedicated memory care studios set aside for residents dealing with early memory loss. A Walk Score of 36 puts the surroundings in somewhat walkable range, though most errands still mean a car ride.

Clinical care here runs deeper than a typical nursing home. Short-term rehabilitation and respite care sit alongside home health, hospice, and palliative medicine, all backed by 24-hour staffing. Nursing hours break down by role: registered nurses, licensed nurses, and nurse aides each contribute, with nurse aides logging the most direct time, roughly two and a half hours per resident every day. That figure tends to matter most to families, since it reflects the staff residents actually interact with.

Outside of clinical care, residents have access to a fitness center, a library, and outdoor spaces, with emergency call systems built into daily life for added safety. Events, live entertainment, and movie nights fill out the activities calendar, and the community welcomes pets.

Occupancy sits at 92.5%, a number that points to steady demand. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted, covering a wide range of financial situations. Kara Hanzie owns the property.

Between the range of care types, the depth of clinical services extending into hospice and palliative care, and strong occupancy, Nason Center of Breckenridge Village reads as a full-spectrum campus built for residents and families planning for care needs that may change significantly over time.

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Overview of The Normandy | Senior & Assisted Living with Memory Care & Skilled Care

Tucked away in Summit County, Rocky River, OH, The Normandy Senior Living is an excellent senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, or skilled care. Nestled on more than 30 acres of beautifully landscaped and wooded grounds in the vibrant Rocky River, the community offers a perfect balance of proximity to city life and nature. Residents can rest easy in spacious, well-appointed senior apartments and enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle and 24/7 safety and support provided by a dedicated team.

With most of the tedious tasks handled, residents can prioritize living their retirement life to the fullest with a broad range of engaging activities, live entertainment, and social events right outside their doors. Residents also enjoy three chef-prepared meals a day, without the hassle of grocery shopping, dishes, and cleanup, providing them further convenience and comfort. With a continuum of care and access to an array of vibrant activities and amenities, residents are guaranteed to successfully age in place.

Contact The Normandy | Senior & Assisted Living with Memory Care & Skilled Care

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 Reflections Retirement Community

Reflections Retirement Community is one of the trusted independent living and assisted living communities in Lancaster that offers seniors 65 years and older an unmatched level of focus, care, and compassion. Management strives to provide a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for seniors needing quality assistance by offering options that cater to each individual’s needs.

Reflections Retirement Community offers a reliable approach to enhancing the quality of life for seniors needing quality assistance by providing opportunities that cater to each individual’s needs. All-inclusive amenities and services include an elegant dining room, independent and assisted living apartments, lounge areas, outdoor common areas, personalized care plans, scheduled programs, enriching assisted living activities, housekeeping, and transportation services.

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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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Wesley Woods at New Albany

4588 Wesley Woods Boulevard, New Albany, OH 43054
Overview of Wesley Woods at New Albany

Wesley Woods at New Albany is a 35-bed nursing and rehabilitation facility managed by the Methodist Retirement Center of Central Ohio as part of a continuing care retirement campus. The building coordinates skilled nursing, memory support, post-acute rehab, and hospice care alongside independent and assisted living choices. Admissions center on a blend of short-term recovery and long-term care needs, resulting in an average stay of 39 days. On-site community amenities include a physical therapy suite, a fitness center, an art studio, a library, a theater, and a beauty salon.

Oversight logs from state health departments reflect an exceptional operational profile, highlighted by an average of 6 hours and 18 minutes of daily nursing care per resident. This investment ranks among the top five highest staffing levels in Ohio. Regulatory archives show a clean compliance record with zero federal fines and only one minor citation since 2020.

Clinical quality summaries indicate strong health outcomes across the board, with permanent residents recording a zero percent rate for both pressure ulcers and major fall injuries alongside a 100% pneumococcal vaccination rate. On the short-term rehab side, the data highlights high metrics for physical mobility restoration and daily activity independence, with 60.5% of clients successfully discharging back into the community.

Older adults exploring local post-acute recovery or advanced skilled nursing options can use these public health records to evaluate the facility’s daily performance. Since the official tracking documentation verifies top-tier daily care hours, an almost flawless inspection history, and strong physical rehabilitation outcomes, the paperwork points to a highly stable and well-supported campus environment.

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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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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 208 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.