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Oakleaf Village of Columbus
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Columbus, OH
Exterior view of Oakleaf Village entrance with awning Common area with seating and lamps in a senior living facility Bright dining room with colorful chairs and tables A cozy reading room with bookshelves and comfortable seating

Oakleaf Village of Columbus

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Columbus, OH
5500 Karl Rd, Columbus, OH 43229 View map
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Overview of Oakleaf Village of Columbus

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Located in Columbus, OH, Oakleaf Village of Columbus offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. The community assists residents with daily tasks, while providing access to housekeeping, laundry, and linen services. Short-term stays are also welcome to provide temporary relief to family caregivers.

The community has 136 beds, with studio, one-, and two-bedroom layouts. Moreover, pets are allowed, so residents can bring an animal companion. Maintenance and utilities are also included for residents’ convenience.

Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 58 places the area in the somewhat walkable category, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 206 Rank #12 / 218Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 12th out of 218 assisted living communities we track in Ohio for bed count. 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

High-capacity home · May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #101 / 424Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 101st out of 424 assisted living communities we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
58 / 100

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

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Starting Price
$4,060/Month

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyFranklin

Certifications & Programs

certified Assisted Living Provider by the Ohio Department of Aging — Ohio Department of AgingA specialty credential or certification held by the community or its staff, indicating training or standards beyond basic state licensure.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Oakleaf Village of Columbus is administered by Kimberly Ishwar.

Leadership

Director of NursingTania Tucker

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Physical Therapy

Additional Services

6 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation
MaintenanceListed as: Utilities included (gas, electric, water, sewer, trash)
Utilities Included

Contact Information

Email kishwar@wallick.com
Fax(614) 431-9491

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Emergency Call System

Room Accommodations

Room Sizes
383 sq. ft 500 sq. ft 647 - 848 sq. ft
Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 BedroomFloor plans as listed by the community: Two Bedroom, One Bath · Two Bedroom, Two Bath

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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 (350% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 92.0 This facility has 350% more total citations than a typical Ohio assisted living residence (9 vs. OH avg 2).↑ 350% worse
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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

89 / 100

2025 – 2026 Period

Based on 29 completed resident interviews out of 100 eligible residents, collected August 2025 through January 2026. Ohio has not yet published statewide averages for this survey.

Care and services

88 / 100

Environment

97 / 100

Moving in

78 / 100

Facility culture

90 / 100

Caregivers

94 / 100

Spending time

85 / 100

Meals and dining

83 / 100

The structured, in-person survey instrument was developed by Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University of Ohio and Vital Research.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Oakleaf Village of Columbus

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 647 sq. ft.
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 647 sq. ft.
Layout
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
Layout
Studio
Studio
Layout
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 848 ft²
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 848 ft²
Layout

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Address 8.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbus's city center to Oakleaf Village of Columbus's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.77 miles to nearest hospital (Mount Carmel St. Ann's)

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Compare Assisted Living around Columbus

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.
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.
Oakleaf Village of Columbus
AL
IL
MC
RC
Columbus (Northland)
206
Facility 206
OH AVG 68
Rank #12 / 218
Yes
58
Facility 58
OH AVG 41
Rank #101 / 424
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Kimberly Ishwar
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #131 / 179
9
Ashford on Broad
AL
IL
RC
Columbus (Whitehall)
165
Facility 165
OH AVG 68
Rank #33 / 218
Yes
36
Facility 36
OH AVG 41
Rank #237 / 424
Studio / 1 BedA+Donna Moening
0
Facility 0
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #19 / 179
11
Facility 11
OH AVG 6
Rank #110 / 151
Ohio Living Westminster – Thurber
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Columbus (Harrison West)
78
Facility 78
OH AVG 68
Rank #90 / 218
Yes
71
Facility 71
OH AVG 41
Rank #44 / 424
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+Caitlin Distel
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #131 / 179
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 6
Rank #1 / 151
Bickford of Upper Arlington
AL
MC
Columbus (River Ridge)
75
Facility 75
OH AVG 68
Rank #132 / 218
Yes
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 41
Rank #163 / 424
Private RoomsA+Molly Britt
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #60 / 179
19
Facility 19
OH AVG 6
Rank #1 / 151
Worthington Christian Village
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Columbus (Olentangy High Bluffs)
60
Facility 60
OH AVG 68
Rank #163 / 218
No
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 41
Rank #272 / 424
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Tara Arnett
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #99 / 179
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 6
Rank #142 / 151

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other OH assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

Oakleaf Village of Columbus 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 Oakleaf Village of Columbus

What neighborhood is Oakleaf Village of Columbus in?

Oakleaf Village of Columbus is in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus.

Who is the Director of Nursing at Oakleaf Village of Columbus?

Tania Tucker is the Director of Nursing at Oakleaf Village of Columbus.

Is Oakleaf Village of Columbus in a walkable area?

Oakleaf Village of Columbus has a walk score of 58. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Oakleaf Village of Columbus?

Yes, Oakleaf Village of Columbus allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Oakleaf Village of Columbus?

The team at Oakleaf Village of Columbus can be reached at KISHWAR@WALLICK.COM.

Who is the administrator of Oakleaf Village of Columbus?

Kimberly Ishwar is the administrator of Oakleaf Village of Columbus.

How many beds does Oakleaf Village of Columbus have?

Oakleaf Village of Columbus has 206 beds.

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