The state of Ohio is steeped in history and working-class American charm. Known as “The Buckeye State” due to its high concentration of buckeye trees, Ohio has been the birthplace of seven former US presidents as well as the location of the Wright Brothers’ early experiments in aviation. Aside from its major cities of Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati having played a major role in America’s industrial history, the state is also a leading agricultural hub, producing large amounts of soybeans and corn. Between its quaint, rural towns and bustling cities, Ohio is a diverse state with something to offer everyone and is a great place to retire.
When it comes to senior living, Ohio has a lot of great options. Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 260 independent living communities in Ohio. The median monthly cost of independent living in Ohio is about $2,500.
Moving here has made me feel safe and welcomed. I have been able to progress physically by utilizing therapy partnerships that are available. When I came here, I considered it my home away from home, but now...
[Name Removed] the Executive Director is the best. She works with you, is great at communicating with you, and is very professional. She did her best to respond for any questions or concerns, even after the...
Oakley Place is a very active community. I immediately noticed that there were residents enjoying themselves while doing an activity. It was nice to see them interacting, smiling and thriving. I struggled...
[Name Removed] the Executive Director is the best. She works with you, is great at communicating with you, and is very professional. She did her best to respond for any questions or concerns, even after the...
[name removed] was wonderful to work with in coordinating my mom's move. The front desk staff are all so kind and helpful. I truly do not have anything negative to report about Summit Point. The one bed one...
I would say that my only criticism isn't a criticism of them as much as it is a criticism of the industry itself. All the extra services cost a lot. My mom, unfortunately, took a drastic turn for the worse,...
Stone Oak Retirement Community has consistently been a win–win for my mom and our family since we moved her there in August, 2020. Having the general managers living on the premise, round-trip...
Very professional service with attention to detail and care. I have had a wonderful experience working with staff at this community.
I moved here after Sycamore Creek, an Independent living building, opened. Since then I have lived in assisted living and now am in independent again. I find the residents friendly. I have participated in...
The Mayflower manor is good, clean, affordable and in downtown so a lot to do around. But I wish there were enough in house activities to keep the residents occupied especially the ones who cannot go out due...
[Name Removed] the Executive Director is the best. She works with you, is great at communicating with you, and is very professional. She did her best to respond for any questions or concerns, even after the...
Staff is amazing, Socourteous and sincere. My mom loves it here and the atmosphere is so welcoming. They also are a community that help take care of each other.
Facility is gorgeous and has nice outside areas. And very clean. All staff seem happy and helpful. Lots of activities and events.
This is my seventh place they are all the same. The food is pretty bad, and most of them at Evergreen. There were a few dishes that were outstanding, though. Some places had too many mentally ill people with...
My mother needed a lot of assistance and was reluctant to move around. The staff was excellent in helping her with hygiene and getting her to take part in some of the activities outside her room.
Independent living communities in Ohio don’t need to be licensed or regulated since these communities don’t provide caregiver assistance. Independent living communities have rules that are similar to an apartment community. They’re required to follow all regulations covered under Ohio’s landlords and tenants code.
If an independent living community is part of a larger community offering assisted living or memory care, then those areas will need to be licensed and regulated. Licensing and inspections are done through the Ohio Department of Health.
Seniors who choose to rent an apartment in an independent living community will sign a lease. This process is similar to what you would do when moving into an apartment complex, and as such, seniors can expect to have the same renter’s rights. The landlord must do the following for the renter:[01]
One way that independent living communities differ from other apartments is that they have an age requirement. Depending on how the community is structured, residents need to be at least 55 or 62 years old. Ohio independent living communities must also comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Landlords and property managers have to provide reasonable accommodations or modifications, such as the following:[02]
Ohio Department of Health
246 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: 614-466-3543
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Ohio Laws and Administrative Rules. (2012, September 28). Section 5321.04 | Landlord obligations.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Reasonable accommodations and modifications.
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