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Photo of The Ridge at Lancaster
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9.2
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22 reviews
9.2
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22 reviews
5 star
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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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66 Floor plans available
8.9
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30 reviews
8.9
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30 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
17%
3 star
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7%
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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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Photo of Bickford of Lancaster
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8.0
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18 reviews
8.0
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18 reviews
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50%
4 star
33%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
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The experience for the most part has been good. Always a few bumps but everything was handled quickly. Hospice has told us we have dad in a good place Bickford of Lancaster.
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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[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.
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.
Carroll Place assisted living is located in the small community of Carroll, Ohio. We are one mile north of Fairfield County airport and four miles southeast of Greenfield Lake. We provide individualized care in an elegant but home like environment. Our beautifully landscaped property is ideal...
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Photo of Carriage Court of Lancaster
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44 Floor plans available
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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: 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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...
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Cost of independent living in Lancaster, OH

The average cost of senior living in Lancaster is $2,624 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Amanda, OH with an average of $2,714 per month.

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

Lancaster, OH
$2,624/mo

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

Lancaster, OH
$2,624/mo
$3,918/mo
U.S. national average
$4,031/mo

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

$4,232/mo
Independent Living
$2,624/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,432/mo
Studio
$3,817/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,039/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,250/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lancaster over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lancaster

Recent reviews for independent living in Lancaster

StoryPoint Pickerington

4.8
Need for better dinner choices for diabetic and people with allergies. I was having difficulty finding choices as I have an allergy to all grains, not gluten, something else. [name removed] & [name removed] worked together to improve the menu to where a diabetic has much better choices. Since ...
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The Ashford on Broad in Columbus, OH

3.6
I think there were some initial communication steps we had to get worked out. Some things didn't get done initially. And I think they have some short-staffing issues, especially on weekends,. But I think they're trying, and they're being responsive to my concerns. It's just something you ...
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Cherry Blossom Senior Living in Columbus, OH

5.0
I think they've tried very hard (since being bought)... To update policy and level of care. I think the price is a bit high but our mom has probably the most expensive room with a patio door to the courtyard. I've told others that they're a nice community. Mom has friends and a close ...
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Lancaster independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lancaster independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lancaster, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
32.7%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
31.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Lancaster 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 Lancaster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lancaster, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
34.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
35.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lancaster 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 Lancaster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lancaster, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
43.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
36.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
40%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
45.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
30.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.3%
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Carroll Place, Middleton Senior Living and StoryPoint Pickerington are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lancaster, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near Lancaster, Ohio. See the full list.

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