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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Hocking County, OH
The cost of independent living in Hocking County is about $3,857 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 98 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Lancaster, Athens and Nelsonville.
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The one thing that really made a difference at The Ridge at Lancaster is that they hire their own medical staff. They don't use an agency. With my mother's dementia, that made a huge difference because she...
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.
Brookdale Lancaster is a senior living community offering assisted living services in the vibrant town of Lancaster, Ohio. A wonderful place to call home, Lancaster offers excellent educational opportunities as well as numerous art and music festivals. From our excellent furnishings to our...
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I would definitely recommend Reflections Retirement Community to others. The staff is amazing. They are attentive and friendly. The move in process was easy. They answer any questions that you have about...
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.
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A Place for Mom found Bickford of Lancaster and recommended it to us and we visited and they were very helpful. All staff are very kind and professional. Everyone was polite . Very expensive
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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They give my loved one good care, but I feel like they're short-staffed. Because of that, it can take a long time for someone to buzz you in and out of the building. Overall the staff are good, other than...
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.
Carriage Court is a community of close friends. In fact, we feel so close to the residents that we consider them to be our second family. After all, a home should be a place where people care about their neighbors and enjoy each other's company. That's why our caregivers do...
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.
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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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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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Lancaster provide luxurious townhomes, independent living apartments and assisted living senior care. Our retirement community features the largest senior apartments in Lancaster.Primrose Townhomes: The Primrose Townhome Lifestyle in Lancaster is the...
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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Cost of independent living in Hocking County, OH
The average cost of senior living in Hocking County is $3,857 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lancaster, OH with an average of $2,676 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hocking County, OH vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hocking County, OH vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Hocking County
Recent reviews for independent living in Hocking County
Carroll Place
4.8
[name removed] was great. Great tour and explanation. [name removed] was also great. Very through and explained everything.
I would recommend Carroll Place for Assisted Living.
Carriage Court of Lancaster
5.0
The friendliness of the staff members really stood out to us, they actually seem to care. Our loved one is in memory care and everyone knows who we are and who she is, they are just fantastic.
Bickford of Lancaster
4.4
They keep family looped in on all care and changes.
The food was great initially but they got a new chef and now grandpa complains the food is horrible and always smothered or covered with cheese or gravy or something.
I would absolutely recommend Bickford of Lancaster to anyone!
Hocking County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hocking County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hocking County, 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 Hocking County 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 Hocking County 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
25%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Hocking County 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 Hocking County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hocking County 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 Hocking County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
32%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carroll Place, The Ridge at Lancaster and Reflections Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hocking County, Ohio. See full list of communities.
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