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The cost of independent living in Merritt is about $2,946 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 34 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 Parkersburg, Athens and Belpre.

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Attentive staff. Clean facilities. Food quality above average, quantity adequate. Staff and management strive to please. Cost for stay more reasonable than other local facilities
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.
Cedar Grove Senior Assisted Living, located in Parkersburg, West Virginia, has more than 30-years of history providing a friendly and pleasant country setting where residents can enjoy their independence while receiving supportive services tailored to their individual needs. Located in historic...
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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: 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: 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.
Photo of Belpre Landing
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: 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: 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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Cost of independent living in Merritt, OH

The average cost of senior living in Merritt is $2,946 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buchtel, OH with an average of $2,750 per month.

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

Merritt, OH
$2,946/mo
$3,887/mo
$3,906/mo

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

Merritt, OH
$2,946/mo
$3,910/mo
U.S. national average
$4,107/mo

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

$3,983/mo
Independent Living
$2,946/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,025/mo
Studio
$4,550/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,275/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Merritt

Recent reviews for independent living in Merritt

Cedar Grove in Parkersburg, WV

4.9
Cedar Grove is a really nice place. The director, [name removed], is very nice and extremely helpful and compassionate. The price was very good. The staff is very nice and caring. They took good care of my mother!

Merritt independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merritt independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merritt, 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 Merritt 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 Merritt partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merritt, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
9.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Merritt 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 Merritt communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merritt, OHNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merritt 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 Merritt offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merritt, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
32.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.5%
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Cedar Grove, Ravenswood Care Center and Putnam Howe Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merritt, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Merritt, Ohio. See the full list.

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