Ashford on Broad
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Columbus, OH

Ashford on Broad

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Columbus, OH

Overview of Ashford on Broad

The Ashford on Broad is an independent living and assisted living community that promotes a vibrant and comfortable lifestyle. The community is considered as one of the communities in Columbus that provide a high standard of quality living; ensuring that they maintain a service dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for every senior. Ashford on Broads boasts a financial assistance program for every senior, adding to the wonders of the community. While providing affordable care they manage to provide outstanding service for their residents. The independent living and assisted living community promote a delightful environment where everyone is encouraged to blossom their relationship with staff and other residents. Ashford on Broad understands the meaning of putting residents first, as seen through promotion of better living where seniors are able to feel important. 

Ashford on Board provides comprehensive services designed to help the lives of each resident– utilities included, individually controlled air conditioning and heating system, kitchenettes, basic cable and Wi-Fi that are all available in each apartment. Community amenities provide a bistro, private dining room, hair salon, and home theater; as for their services that help with transportation, delicious meals provided, housekeeping and laundry. 

Bed community size
105-bed community Rank #66 / 323Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 323 homes in Ohio. 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.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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 36 / 100 Rank #390 / 705Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 390th out of 705 homes in Ohio. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Ohio facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyFranklin

Policies

No pets allowed
No Smoking
Designated smoking area NOT available
No Alcohol

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of NursingTERESE WILLIAMS
ContactMs. Kristen Kim, Executive Director

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax(614) 641-2996

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities

Pricing & Financial Information

IL$4,060 per month
AL$5,160 per month

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Ohio state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. OH average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Ohio average:
• Total citations (150% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection February 4, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOH Averagevs. OH Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 52 This facility has 150% more total citations than a typical Ohio assisted living residence (5 vs. OH avg 2).↑ 150% worse

Resident satisfaction survey results

Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.

Average score

92 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

92 / 100

Ohio average: 88 / 100

Environment

98 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

95 / 100

Ohio average: 92 / 100

Facility culture

92 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

97 / 100

Ohio average: 88 / 100

Spending time

88 / 100

Ohio average: 79 / 100

Meals and dining

80 / 100

Ohio average: 73 / 100

Family satisfaction survey results

The Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University conducts a satisfaction survey among residents' family members, friends and guardians to assess quality of care and life.

Average score

71 / 100

Ohio average: 77 / 100

Latest survey results

Care and services

73 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Environment

78 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Moving in

88 / 100

Ohio average: 85 / 100

Facility culture

69 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Caregivers

67 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Spending time

65 / 100

Ohio average: 68 / 100

Meals and dining

69 / 100

Ohio average: 67 / 100

How often family visits residents at Ashford on Broad

Profile of respondents of this survey

Daily 7.4
Several times a week 44.4
Once a week 22.2
Two to three times a month 11.1
Once a month 7.4
Few times a year 7.4

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Ashford on Broad

1 Bedroom
Studio
Studio
1 Bedroom

Places of interest near Ashford on Broad

Address 7.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbus's city center to Ashford on Broad's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Columbus

The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.

Ashford on Broad
AL
IL
RC
Columbus (Whitehall)
105
Facility 105
OH AVG 78
Rank #66 / 323
Yes
36
Facility 36
OH AVG 40
Rank #390 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+
92
Facility 92
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #19 / 193
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 2
Rank #117 / 142
The Woodlands of Columbus
AL
MC
RC
Columbus (East Broad)
102
Facility 102
OH AVG 78
Rank #69 / 323
Yes
8
Facility 8
OH AVG 40
Rank #629 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+
88
Facility 88
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #56 / 193
-
Claremont Retirement Village
AL
IL
MC
Columbus (Far Northwest)
57
Facility 57
OH AVG 78
Rank #199 / 323
Yes
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 40
Rank #254 / 705
Private RoomsA+
84
Facility 84
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #125 / 193
-
Bickford of Upper Arlington
AL
MC
Columbus (River Ridge)
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 78
Rank #221 / 323
Yes
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 40
Rank #277 / 705
Private RoomsA+
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
Bickford of Bexley
AL
MC
Columbus (Bexley Park)
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 78
Rank #221 / 323
Yes
88
Facility 88
OH AVG 40
Rank #3 / 705
Private RoomsA+
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

Ashford on Broad is located in Columbus, Ohio.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Ohio.

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OH

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)
General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+
General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OH

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OH

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
OH

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OH

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OH

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
OH

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.
Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county
Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.
OH

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits
Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Ashford on Broad

What neighborhood is Ashford on Broad in?

Ashford on Broad is in the Whitehall neighborhood of Columbus.

Who is the Director of Nursing at Ashford on Broad?

Terese Williams is the Director of Nursing at Ashford on Broad.

Is Ashford on Broad in a walkable area?

Ashford on Broad has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Does Ashford on Broad have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Ashford on Broad on this page.

What is the best email address for Ashford on Broad?

The team at Ashford on Broad can be reached at BSTEPANIAN@WALLICK.COM.

How many beds does Ashford on Broad have?

Ashford on Broad has 105 beds.

Has Ashford on Broad had any recent citations?

Ashford on Broad has had 5 recently reported citations.

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