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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ballou, OH

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The cost of independent living in Ballou is about $4,810 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 200 options. Read 2450 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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Siena Village Senior Living, we care for our residents like family. These one and two bedroom garden-style apartment homes were designed and built exclusively for senior adults. Siena Village offers fully equipped kitchens, generous closet space, energy efficient appliances, and spacious...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to the Orchard at Shiloh ... A special community designed especially for seniors 55 and over. Clusters of ranch-style homes invite you into your very own neighborhood, surrounded by trees and lush landscaping. You can enjoy the many benefits of community living without sacrificing your...
Provides: Independent Living
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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 Shiloh Villas... A special community designed especially for adults 55 & better. Clusters of ranch-style homes invite you into your very own neighborhood, surrounded by trees and lush landscaping. You can enjoy the many benefits of community living without sacrificing your...
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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.
Conveniently located near the Crossroads of America, Greenville, Ohio has been voted as Ohio Magazine's Best Hometown, making it the perfect place for Village Green Health Campus. At Village Green, our residents have ample opportunities to enjoy Greenville's historic charm; whether it's taking a...
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mad River Manor is an affordable, senior (62+) community located in Dayton, Ohio, that offers 1 bedroom apartments. The property offers rent relief/reporting through Esusu. Waitlist placement and income limit restrictions may apply.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Asbury Apartments is located in Dayton, Ohio. It offers studio and 1 bedroom, section 8 and tax credit unit. Rent is based on 30% of income and income limits apply.Floor PlanStudio, 1 Bath | 355 Sq. Ft.1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 454 Sq. Ft.Amenities and FeaturesAppliances IncludedCommunity RoomComputer...
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My mother just moved into Huffman Place apartments are very nice and affordable . Manager is very nice.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Huffman Place, located in the heart of the Huffman Historic District and the East Dayton community, combines the elegance of the past with the best of modern living. Part of Huffman Place is in the historic Huffman School, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. If you're 55 or...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
New Affordable Senior Living Apartments with federal-level security in place!Enjoy life to its fullest at McBride Place! We offer a carefree lifestyle for adults age 55 and better. Our community features a one-and two-bedroom apartment homes that blend quality and service.And you'll find lots of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of independent living in Ballou, OH

The average cost of senior living in Ballou is $4,810 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasant Hill, OH with an average of $3,510 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ballou, OH vs. nearby cities

Ballou, OH
$4,810/mo
$4,057/mo
$4,343/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ballou, OH vs. the state and national average

Ballou, OH
$4,810/mo
$3,908/mo
U.S. national average
$4,128/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ballou vs. other types of senior living

$5,830/mo
Independent Living
$4,810/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ballou, OH by room type

Semi-Private
$5,093/mo
Studio
$4,716/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,981/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,415/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,802/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Ballou over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Ballou

Recent reviews for independent living in Ballou

Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community

5.0
Our experience so far with Otterbein SeniorLife has been 5++. They had availability when we needed it and they made the entire process come together really easily. The meal are very good, they have plenty of choices to pick from. The activities are great - they offer up a really good variety. ...
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Ohio Living Dorothy Love in Sidney, OH

4.0
My mother actually worked as a volunteer when here when she was younger. She was in for rehab and loved it. The place was always very clean and the nurses were very attentive. They would take her to the bathroom when she needed it and helped however they could. We never had any problems, it's a ...
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Brookdale Oakwood (Offering HealthPlus) in Dayton, OH

3.1
I have told people that you get a safe place in a good part of town but I have concerns on the level of personal care she receives. She has been very dirty on several visits (hair and clothes) and the activities are few and far between. There not a exercise area.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews across various communities praise the kindness and attentiveness of staff members. For example, at Trinity Community at Miami Township, one resident's family notes that the staff are 'wonderful and very caring,' and at StoryPoint Troy, another resident's family applauds the ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents and their families consistently mention the excellent food and dining experiences at their communities. At 10 Wilmington Place, for instance, meals are described as 'delicious,' and at The Courtyard at Centerville, the food is noted to be 'nutritional and excellent.' In addition, a ...
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Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. Reviews frequently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as at 10 Wilmington Place, where the apartments are described as 'beautiful and big,' or at StoryPoint Troy, where the entire facility smells 'so clean.' At St. Leonard - CHI Living Communities, the grounds ar ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Communities offer a range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. For example, at 10 Wilmington Place, residents enjoy 'tons of activities to keep folks engaged,' and at The Hamlet on Darby, the facility is still building and improving 'plenty of activities to keep one active and ...
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Social and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the friendly and social nature of the communities, with residents enjoying getting to know their neighbors and forming new friendships. At 10 Wilmington Place, for instance, residents state that 'everyone is friendly,' and at The Wellington at Dayton, families and res ...
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Professional and responsive staff communication. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is important to many reviewers, as expressed at Traditions of Beavercreek, where families appreciate the staff's 'responsiveness' and the fact that they 'go out of their way for the residents.' At The Wellington at Dayton, the staf ...
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Ballou independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ballou independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ballou, 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 Ballou 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 Ballou partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.4%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.3%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.9%
9.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ballou 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 Ballou communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.1%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
34.2%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ballou 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 Ballou offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.2%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
47.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.1%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.1%
46.4%
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There are 200 independent living facilities near Ballou, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Ballou, Ohio are Trustwell Living at Oakley Place, 10 Wilmington Place and Brookdale Beavercreek (Offering HealthPlus). These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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