Page 5 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
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 average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Independence Village of Avon Lake
IL
AL
MC
Avon Lake
-Yes
39
Facility 39
OH AVG 39
Rank #98 / 204
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
92
Facility 92
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #7 / 79
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 2
Rank #40 / 69
-
Gateway Springs Health Campus
IL
ADC
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Hamilton (Shadow Creek)
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 76
Rank #62 / 92
No
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 39
Rank #199 / 204
1 Bed / 2 BedKiya Brown-
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 2
Rank #53 / 69
1.7
The Knolls of Oxford
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Oxford
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 76
Rank #64 / 92
Yes-Private / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed RoomsLaura Lacy
92
Facility 92
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #7 / 79
4
Facility 4
OH AVG 2
Rank #48 / 69
-
Oakleaf Village of Columbus
IL
AL
MC
RC
Columbus (Northland)
136
Facility 136
OH AVG 76
Rank #9 / 92
Yes
58
Facility 58
OH AVG 39
Rank #41 / 204
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedKimberly Ishwar
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #55 / 79
--
Willow Brook Christian Home
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Columbus (Olentangy High Bluffs)
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 76
Rank #64 / 92
No
25
Facility 25
OH AVG 39
Rank #147 / 204
-Mary Jane Jordan
84
Facility 84
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #49 / 79
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #28 / 69
-
Ohio Living Swan Creek
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Toledo (Southwyck)
33
Facility 33
OH AVG 76
Rank #83 / 92
Yes
28
Facility 28
OH AVG 39
Rank #134 / 204
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
76
Facility 76
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #75 / 79
20
Facility 20
OH AVG 2
Rank #68 / 69
3.3
Kensington Place
IL
AL
MC
RC
Columbus (East Columbus)
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 76
Rank #30 / 92
Yes
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 39
Rank #122 / 204
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedErin Stucky
89
Facility 89
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #19 / 79
--
Brookdale Zanesville
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Zanesville
-Yes
42
Facility 42
OH AVG 39
Rank #93 / 204
Studio / Alcove / 1 BedDebbie Mcclain
95
Facility 95
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #2 / 79
4
Facility 4
OH AVG 2
Rank #48 / 69
-
Vitalia Active Adult Community at North Olmsted
IL
AL
MC
North Olmsted
-Yes
39
Facility 39
OH AVG 39
Rank #98 / 204
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.7
Rank #25 / 79
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #28 / 69
-
Village of the Falls
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Olmsted Falls
32
Facility 32
OH AVG 76
Rank #84 / 92
No
51
Facility 51
OH AVG 39
Rank #62 / 204
-Marie Grosh-
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 69
-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other OH independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 212 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Independence Village of Avon Lake

Ideally located in the beautiful city of Avon Lake, OH, Independence Village of Avon Lake is an exceptional senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care. Residents are guaranteed to enjoy a relaxing personal time or host families and friends in their graciously appointed accommodations, ranging from studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. With 24-hour care and support provided by a licensed care team and emergency response systems installed within the community, residents are sure to receive assistance any time of the day.

Everyday moments are made more vibrant with a wide range of regularly planned activities, programs, and events. Menus and meals are curated to cater to residents varying nutritional needs and preferences, making sure everyone truly enjoys their dining experience. Residents will never get bored with a plethora of community spaces that provide relaxation and entertainment, such as a cozy atrium, salon, library, cafe, lobby, and fitness center.

Contact Independence Village of Avon Lake

Overview of Gateway Springs Health Campus

Make your golden years more golden with Gateway Springs Health Campus, a dependable community in Hamilton, OH, offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care. For families and other caregivers looking to take a break from caregiving, they provide adult day services with full access to their services and amenities. For residents who need extra care and love, their team is available 24/7 to offer assistance with daily living activities and more complex needs.

Vibrant life enrichment programs are also available to provide residents with countless opportunities to stay socially engaged and active. They serve fresh and healthy culinary delights daily to ensure residents maintain proper nourishment. Whether you’re seeking seamless transition or nurturing experiences, Gateway Springs Health Campus will go above and beyond to deliver them to you.

Contact Gateway Springs Health Campus

The Knolls of Oxford

6727 Contreras Rd, Oxford, OH 45056
Overview of The Knolls of Oxford

The Knolls of Oxford is a continuing care retirement community in Oxford, Ohio, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care through skilled nursing. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care around the clock.

Having all four care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time, because a move to another level would not require leaving the community. There are 50 beds, with private rooms as well as one bedroom, two bedroom, and three bedroom rooms. The larger layouts can work for a couple or for a resident who wants a companion. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 55 minutes per resident per day, meaning the daily hands on nursing time available for each resident.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Rehabilitation services are available, and scheduled transportation provides rides for planned trips. Residents can choose from multiple dining options, use the full service salon, attend spiritual services and wellness programs, and keep pets. These details may make the community a good fit for someone who needs independent living now but may later need assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing without changing communities.

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Overview of Oakleaf Village of Columbus

Oakleaf Village is an independent living and assisted living in Columbus that provides nothing but exceptional care. They pride themselves on their professional care staff that provides service with compassion and kindness. Oakleaf Village boasts their beautiful location that strives in offering a harmonious environment for their seniors who are looking for peace and quiet. They do not only provide a serene atmosphere but an efficient service that puts their residents at the top of their priority. Oakleaf Village of Columbus has beautifully designed their community from minor to major details catering to their specific needs. 

Oakleaf Village’s exclusive offer is their financial resources that allows residents to pay a flat monthly rate that does not require a downpayment or entrance fee; they provide financial assistance so that residents can remain worry-free before, during, and after their stay.

Starting Price $4,060/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Willow Brook Christian Home

At 94 days average length of stay and 85% occupancy, Willow Brook Christian Home sits in a clear middle range: longer than a short-stay rehab facility, shorter than a traditional long-term care placement. The 50-bed nursing home and assisted living community at 55 Lazelle Rd in Columbus’s Olentangy High Bluffs neighborhood is part of Willow Brook Christian Communities and operates in a faith-based context, 12 miles from the city center with Mount Carmel St. Ann’s about 3 miles out. The area is car-dependent (Walk Score 25).

Total nursing care runs 3 hours and 56 minutes per resident per day. Registered nurses account for 1 hour and 19 minutes of that; nurse aides cover 2 hours and 35 minutes. Rehabilitation services are available on-site, and the facility runs a Transitional Living program. Mental health service workers are part of the staff mix, which is not universal in nursing home settings of this size. An active Resident Council meets regularly.

State inspections have tended to center on medication management, infection control, and care planning and documentation. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted. Administrator Mary Jane Jordan and Director of Nursing Theresa Agyepong lead the clinical and operational side.

What shows is how Willow Brook Christian Home, a mid-sized faith-affiliated nursing home with a 3-month average stay and a staffing model that includes mental health support, is suited to individuals who need skilled nursing or post-acute care and whose families want access to all three major payment pathways.

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Overview of Ohio Living Swan Creek

Tucked away in the quiet area in Lucas County, Toledo, Ohio, Ohio Living Swan Creek is a charming senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation and skilled care. Residents feel at home in luxurious three-bedroom villas, one-bedroom, and studio apartments designed for sophisticated living with expansive spaces and high-end finishes that cater to their every need. The community provides individualized care plans tailored to residents’ individual needs, encompassing assistance with daily activities, medication management, and regular health assessments.

The community also offers top-notch rehabilitation and skilled care services designed to help residents achieve optimal recovery and maintain their highest level of functioning. An array of social activities, fitness, and wellness programs are available to make residents’ days as full and productive as possible. Meals and menus are made to cater to residents’ preferences and dietary needs, providing them with the sustenance they need to stay energized and healthy. With 24-hour emergency, safety and security systems, round-the-clock nursing services, and a wide array of supportive services like laundry and housekeeping, residents are guaranteed to live a comfortable and convenient retirement life.

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Overview of Kensington Place

Kensington Place Retirement Community offers a simplified lifestyle based on your terms. With an emphasis on memory care, the community provides a lifestyle based on the terms of its residents. The elegant retirement home offers a vibrant and enriching lifestyle that includes a list of living options with customized care created to fit the needs of each individual. 

Kensington Place is equipped with memory care amenities to help the resident’s mental and physical stimulation to remain active– an art studio, library, music room, walking paths, and courtyards, to name a few of the community’s offerings. The well-trained staff on duty tend to your needs for worry-free living– housekeeping and maintenance, cleaning, and transportation services.

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Overview of Brookdale Zanesville

Set in the quiet, residential neighborhood of Zanesville, OH, Brookdale Zanesville is a lively senior living community, offering assisted living and memory care. Offering a continuum of care between the two care types, the community offers residents seamless transition should their care needs evolve. A care team collaborates closely with the residents in creating individualized care plans, which often includes extra help with a wide range of daily needs like dressing, hygiene, mobility and medication management, complemented with 24/7 on-site team available to provide support during emergencies.

At Brookdale Zanesville, you’ll find a relaxed lifestyle full of life-enriching activities, fewer worries and less stress. Residents can enjoy cardio drumming, trivia and bus rides and several dementia-friendly activities for memory care residents. A culinary team carefully prepares nutritious meals that residents enjoy in an elegant dining room with others, fostering nourishment and socialization. Amenities include beautiful common areas such as a library, a cafe, an arts & crafts studio, a game room, and a chapel, offering plenty of opportunities for socialization, entertainment, and devotion.

$2,620/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Overview of Vitalia Active Adult Community at North Olmsted

Set in the harmonious neighborhood of Lorain Road, North Olmsted, OH, Vitalia Active Adult Community at North Olmsted is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Select among a wide array of purposely built and snug residences including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to maximize comfort and convenience. Moreover, the community works closely with seniors to craft a care plan that best matches their special needs and preferences.

Focusing on residents’ interests and wellness, the community orchestrates a variety of enriching activities and fun events to keep them happy and active. With delightful and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and tastes, residents eat well and feel their best. Vitalia Active Adult Community at North Olmsted is ideal for seniors looking to enjoy an active and blissful retirement with its serene campus filled with incredible amenities.

Starting Price $2,995/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Village of the Falls

Village of the Falls is located in Olmsted Falls, OH, and its license includes skilled nursing, independent living, respite care, assisted living, and nursing home care. Licensed nurses attend to nursing home and skilled nursing residents day and night, and staffing runs 24 hours a day.

Assisted living takes on bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living comes without daily care, though community services are part of it. Respite care gives a short stay whenever someone’s regular caregiver must be away or recuperate.

The building’s 32 beds put it on the smaller side, which lets staff and residents get acquainted. Occupancy stands at 96.9%, so nearly every bed is filled. Each resident receives 3 hours and 22 minutes of nursing time per day. On-Site Therapies and rehabilitation services are both in place, as are Home Health and Nurse Practitioner services.

The Walk Score of 51 is somewhat walkable, so certain errands nearby could be handled on foot. Marie Grosh is the administrator, and the range of care levels suits someone expecting needs to increase. Medicare applies to covered skilled care for a short period following hospitalization, and Medicaid may help with a longer stay when savings do not, with private pay also accepted.

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Independent Living in Ohio at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 39/ 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