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The cost of independent living in Akron is about $4,113 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 38 options. Read 1003 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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THE GOOD: Springwood is a great place for "able seniors. I moved here after my husband died 18 months ago. The staff members are super helpful. We get "light housekeeping" every two weeks. We have a heated...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Locally owned and operated, Springwood- After 55 luxury living is a great option for people wanting to downsize and live maintenance free but enjoy their time doing the things they love to do. We offer heated covered parking on both sides of the building. Secure entrances to community which has a...
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9.9
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My experience has been great! I know that this is where I'm meant to be. I'm going to be 94 years old and to be in a community where you feel included and like family is a great feeling. Plenty of things to...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Danbury North Canton! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every moment of...
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9.8
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79 reviews
9.8
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The director, sales administrator, kitchen staff, aids, nurses, activity staff and rehab staff are all great. The only person we ever had problems was the property administrator with some billing. Mostly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to StoryPoint Medina! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living and assisted living. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
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11 Floor plan available
9.8
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44 reviews
9.8
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Best YearsWhen you decide to move in here, you’re not only joining one of the best assisted living communities in Barberton, Ohio—you’re embarking one a brand new adventure full of wonderful people and exciting activities that push you to grow and savor every moment of your retirement years....
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9.6
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All categories I would say are five except for number four and I would give that a four. Other veterans are there and food is good
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Mulberry Gardens Assisted Living in beautiful Munroe Falls, Ohio, combines the care seniors need, the convenience they value, and the independence they cherish.Mulberry Gardens Assisted Living is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our elegant dining...
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ALL of the people there are very kind, caring and sympathetic to my mom's needs... from the front desk greeting, to the kitchen staff, to activities, nurses and most of all aides...as challenging as it may...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Danbury Cuyahoga Woods! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
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9.6
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I think the memory care staff was very caring but there were things that could have made my dad safer while he was there. I wouldn't put my dog at [communities removed]for skilled nursing facility.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.6
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Outstanding, however, we're not qualified for the level of hospice care needed. Outstanding for functional people with minimal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls is a beautiful assisted living residence located in Cuyahoga Falls, Summit County, Ohio, just north of Akron. It provides both assisted living and memory care to area seniors. Maplewood is found just south of Cuyahoga Valley National Forest, the only national park in...
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What we like the most about the community is the activities and just the camaraderie. Improvement, the food and offerings. Breakfast was like hotel offerings and there is very little customization at both...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Danbury Cuyahoga Falls! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every moment of...
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The food is great! Everyone knows her name, very friendly and helpful staff. She's getting physical therapy, and lots of exercise walking to the dining room, and a nice haircut.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
As author Mary Pipher says, "We believe the search for the right place is the search for the right people." Since 2005, KentRidge Senior Living has built a reputation for superior service and care for residents and their families that has made us into the premier choice for assisted living in...
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Mom loves being at Danbury. She feels that she is well taken care of. The food is very good and they have a wide variety. The desserts are fabulous. There are always plenty of things to do to keep you busy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Danbury Tallmadge! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every...
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Dining is only ok. Activities and friendliness and accommodating is fantastic. Medicine management when not using their doctor/pharmacy is lacking...it's great if you use theirs but my grandma didn't want to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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She loves it there. Good value for price. And so many nice people! While we were "shopping" facilities, they were so helpful. One of the big "pluses" for us is the Cardinal DOES accept Medicare for advanced...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Since 1986 Cardinal Village has been offering large studio, one and two bedroom apartments for seniors looking for independent and assisted living options within a safe and secure environment. Pets are also welcome and activities are abundant with exercise programs, educational and cultural...
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What we like the most about the community is that it is beautiful and a very clean facility. Friendly staff. Food is varied and overall pretty good
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vitalia Senior Residences at Stow is Summit County's premier continuum of care community featuring Independent, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Villas. At Vitalia at Stow, we understand that no matter the person's age, an active and engage lifestyle is critical for health and well-being. That...
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9.0
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Homey environment. Plenty of activities and opportunities for socialization. Good variety for meals. Convenient partnerships with PT OT ST rehab and primary care physician. There has been some staff turnover...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Heritage Crossing is a senior living community located in Akron, Ohio, that offers assisted living and memory care services. We understand that each resident has unique needs and preferences, so we work with them and their family members to customize the level of care needed to ensure their...
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Staff worked out a great price. Everyone is quite friendly. My mom loves it there, and made a lot of friends and participates in a lot of activities. She loves the food options that they have. They didn't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Brookdale Montrose is a senior living community located in scenic and accessible Akron, Ohio. Our community boasts beautifully landscaped grounds offering peaceful and tranquil living while also offering all the conveniences that come being near a metropolitan area. Residents at Brookdale...
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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It has been a wonderful experience. Staff is great food/dining is excellent Activities always enough to keep you busy. My room is a studio apartment just the right size for myself and little dog. I would...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Copley Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Conveniently situated in the quiet suburbs, we're only minutes away from a major shopping area and top-notch healthcare. We offer an ideal place to get away from it all in the pastoral beauty of the Mid-West with...
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High turnover. I would often get calls letting me know that they couldn't redirect my mom when she was in an agitated state. I would come in and she would listen to me. She was very frightened the last few...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
VITALIA® has the means to provide residents with a wide variety of things to learn, participate in, and enjoy. From an inviting restaurant to ample entertainment spaces, our senior community campus allows for exposure to new things regularly while still visiting favorites that you know and...
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36 reviews
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The price is very competitive for comparable facilities in our area. And, overall, we are happy with the care our Mom is receiving. She's safe, getting the medical attention she needs, and is doing much...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Gables of Green has been recognized by the state of Ohio, for having a Covid free environment. Here at the Gables, we offer a complete range of assisted living options, including studio floor plans, one bedroom, and two bedrooms units. For the last four years, all of our assisted living...
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Eden Stow staff are professional and mom has settled in nicely. The staff are friendly and attentive to residents. The only complaint is they don't do enough showers for residents and there slow on changing...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Eden Vista of Stow is a luxurious senior living community offering assisted living and Alzheimer's and dementia care for seniors in the Stow, Ohio area. Stow is just north of Akron in a rural area known for its beautiful scenery and delightful shopping opportunities in downtown Stow and other...
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My brother [name removed] was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease almost 2years ago now. We (his family) are spread out across the country, but, as the and the one sibling located in his home town, and he...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ohio Living Rockynol is one of 12 life plan communities owned and operated by Ohio Living, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. As a life plan community located in the heart of West Akron, Ohio Living Rockynol offers independent living apartments, assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, long-term...
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I was overall impressed with cleanliness of facility and lack of sterile feel or smell.. more like a hotel or nice resort. Staff has been incredibly friendly and willing to work with our needs.. only gave a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Quality Care Designed for YouWouldn’t it be nice to redefine what it means to be independent? When you decide to move into our assisted living and memory care community, you have the opportunity to do just that. We handle the burdens of everything from cooking and cleaning to maintaining the...
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My brother died, but [name removed] was great. Her and her staff was very understanding and helpful. I would recommend them - it's a really nice building. I wish I got him there before he got really sick.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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It is a Christian organization. The residents are treated with care and love. The staff is very authentic, they are caring. They have done a great job with communication during the pandemic. The food is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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All 5 stars for Regent of Stow! The place is fabulous and exceeded all expectations that I had. It is a very nice place for your loved ones.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Newly renovated community in the heart of Stow Ohio, Nestled among the parks of Summit Seven spacious studio apartments , Open common areas and affordably priced.
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Cost of independent living in Akron, OH

The average cost of senior living in Akron is $4,113 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Peninsula, OH with an average of $3,641 per month.

Independent living costs in Akron, OH, vs. nearby cities

Akron, OH
$4,113/mo
$4,188/mo

Independent living costs in Akron, OH, vs. state and national averages

Akron, OH
$4,113/mo
$4,123/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Akron, OH, vs. other senior living options

$4,724/mo
Independent Living
$4,113/mo

Independent living costs in Akron, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,451/mo
Studio
$4,590/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,456/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,764/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,773/mo

Senior living costs in Akron vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Akron, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAkron, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$4,113/mo$4,123/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,683/mo$4,879/mo$4,712/mo
Memory Care$4,724/mo$4,886/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Akron, OH:$4,113/mo
Ohio:$4,123/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Akron, OH:$4,683/mo
Ohio:$4,879/mo
U.S.:$4,712/mo
Memory Care
Akron, OH:$4,724/mo
Ohio:$4,886/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Akron, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Akron and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Akron, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Akron have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Akron, OH$2,788/mo$2,668/mo+4.5%
Ohio$2,833/mo$2,949/mo-3.9%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Akron, OH
2024 average cost:$2,788/mo
2023 average cost:$2,668/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,833/mo
2023 average cost:$2,949/mo
Percent change:-3.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Akron

Recent reviews for independent living in Akron

The Inn at University Village in Massillon, OH

5.0
The staff they have at this community are really nice and we could not be happier with them, however mom thinks they could use some more staff. The community is pretty active. Mom is the memory care unit and there are less activities available. She loves the food and the community is nice. ...
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The Inn at Whitewood Village in North Canton, OH

4.3
The people in assisted living are very nice. The residents are always happy to welcome a new resident in, introduce them, and invite them to sit at their table. They're very accepting of any disability a resident might have. There are a lot of activities for them on the assisted living side. ...
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Vitalia Active Adult Community at Solon

4.7
Very friendly staff. Very helpful and compassionate. They need more help in the kitchen. Sometimes there is only 1 chef at dinner.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and friendly staff. Reviews consistently mention the exceptional care and friendliness of the staff at various communities, such as Brookdale Montrose (Offering HealthPlus) and Danbury North Canton. Residents and their families express appreciation for the commitment and attentiveness of the staff, who go above ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents at communities like StoryPoint Medina and Holiday Copley Place enjoy a wide range of activities, which help them stay active and social. These include singing, games, crafts, and group outings to places like wineries and museums.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of communities is a common theme in reviews, as seen in Danbury Cuyahoga Falls and Cardinal Retirement Village. Residents praise the attention to detail in both the private apartments and common areas, creating an inviting and welcoming environment.
Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Reviews often mention the sense of community and connection among residents and staff at facilities like StoryPoint Medina and Danbury North Canton. This supportive and inclusive atmosphere helps residents feel at home and fosters lasting friendships.
Delicious and customizable meals. The importance of quality meals is highlighted in reviews for communities such as Danbury Cuyahoga Falls and Springwood Hudson. Residents appreciate the variety and accommodations made for dietary restrictions and preferences, making mealtime an enjoyable experience.
Access to on-site care and services. At StoryPoint Medina and Holiday Copley Place, residents have access to on-site care and assistance services as needed, giving them peace of mind and the flexibility to age in place. This level of support ensures residents' safety and well-being.
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Akron independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Akron independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Akron, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Akron independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Akron partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Akron, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.1%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.4%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Akron independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Akron communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Akron, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
52.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Akron independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Akron offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Akron, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
70.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
61.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70.6%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
52.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.8%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Springwood Hudson, Danbury North Canton and StoryPoint Medina are the top-rated independent living facilities near Akron, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 38 independent living facilities near Akron, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Akron, Ohio are Springwood Hudson, Danbury North Canton and StoryPoint Medina. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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