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The cost of independent living in Akron is about $3,068 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 370 options.

Read 6298 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as North Canton, Medina and Hudson.

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I live in a 1 bedroom apartment, nice bathroom, a gally kitchen, and a large living area that can be sued for a living room, with a dining area towards the kitchen. I've heard some have 2 bedrooms, and there...
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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.
Our staff at Jackson Ridge Rehabilitation and Care works daily to make life for all of our residents joyful and vibrant. Our residents love our social and active environment, with structured activities and social events throughout the week. Each month is a new calendar of monthly activities,...
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Talk to people, staff should acknowledge you and encourage questions and be helpful. Also talk to residents. I suggest visiting on more than one occasion, if you have the opportunity. I started looking at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Western Reserve Masonic Community is located Right off I-71 and Route 18, just minutes from Medina’s Public Square sitting and sits on a total of 229 acres. WRMC is the only Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Medina County making it the only community that offers a full spectrum of...
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I like it here in the community. The Villas Assisted Living is very clean. My room is very large and spacious, and it is private. All the rooms have a balcony. Some of the rooms overlook a...
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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.
Nestled on a beautiful 14 acre campus in historic Twinsburg, Grande Village Retirement Community offers a variety of lifestyle choices for today's older adults. Our continuum of care community provides comfort and security in a home like setting. In February of 2006, Sprenger Retirement Centers...
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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.
Nestled on a beautiful 14 acre campus in historic Twinsburg, Grande Village Retirement Community offers a variety of lifestyle choices for today's older adults. Our continuum of care community provides comfort and security in a home like setting. In February of 2006, Sprenger Retirement Centers...
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The community seems to be very clean, the staff members are very friendly and our loved one has only been there for a short while but so far the care is good. The food is good and the value for cost is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Majestic Care is proud to present our newest Assisted Living & Memory Care community, Sagamore Hills! Now pre-leasing our beautiful, newly renovated studio and 1-bedroom apartments.Majestic Care of Sagamore Hills is designed to elevate both comfort and lifestyle for residents. Enhancements...
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Glenwood Assisted Living saved my life. My [unreadable] kept letting me go when I told him I had a problem. The nurses kept advocating for me as I became weaker and they finally found I had cancer - it was...
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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.
Glenwood Assisted Living has unprecedented employee tenure. The majority of our nurses have been employed with us for over ten years. We have 24/7 nurses on site to care for your loved one. We have spacious common areas, and our large two room apartments come with a private patio. We have a...
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I am living at Story Point and it fits my needs and the people working here are very caring and respectful and attentive. I would recommend StoryPoint to others who are searching for senior living.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Medina West! 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, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we...
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Mom has been at Canton Christian Home for 7 years. What a great place! They have all levels of care. Mom started out in Independent Living and as her health has changed she has been able to move on to...
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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.
Canton Christian Home has been a fixture in Canton, Ohio's landscape for over 45 years. In these many years, we have grown and we have changed. However, the one thing that remains constant is the care that we provide to our elders.Situated on seven acres in Stark County, Ohio, we are...
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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.
Hospitality House includes a Skilled Nursing facility that is rated 4 stars by Medicare's 'Nursing Home Compare.' We offer 3 levels of service: Skilled Nursing, Assisted living, and Independent Living. Our small campus allows our residents to age in place and not face moves to other facilities as...
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This community worked out for us due to the location of where it was at. My loved one was part of the rehab and the skilled nursing and it worked out well for us.
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 humble beginnings of The Campus of Anna Maria of Aurora began over 57 years ago when Bob and Loretta Norton had a vision – assisting their family members as they aged. Wanting his mother and aunt living closer, Bob purchased an available house and land at 889 North Aurora Road. A small...
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The Atrium is a community of caring individuals - both who work and live there. The staff are incredibly friendly and caring and go above and beyond to make everyone truly feel at home. The kitchen staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Atrium of Anna Maria is a senior living community located in Aurora, Ohio, in Portage County and home to just over 16,000 people. Aurora is a small city with park-like settings and golf access in the Akron area, with small stores, shops and restaurants. Residents will enjoy taking their...
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The staff is wonderful to work with. If you have any issues, just let them know and they get it taken care of.
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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 award-winning Harbor Woods Living, Brunswick's Premier 55 and over, active-adult living community. Nestled in scenic Brunswick, OH, we were built in 2016 and have well-appointed features throughout. Amenities galore, and well thought out floorplans round out this beautiful community....
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The staff at this community are very good with my husband. The maintenance does a very good job, we haven't had any problems with them and they are quick to fix any problems. I have not tried any of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Our campus offers a continuum of care including Assisted Living, Transitional Care and Rehabilitation. We offer short-term rehabilitative care as well as long-term care. Our emphasis is on service excellence — providing quality care in a home-like environment to allow for independence and to...
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Sunrise of Parma is an attractive and well maintained facility. Liked the small intimate atmosphere. Food quality better than most other assisted living facilities. Aids were generally helpful but some...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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Everything is great for my mom and she is enjoying her self there. She's doing good and she is going on outings. She has made plenty of friends. It is a nice community. It is run by a non-profit catholic...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Lighting the way for senior care, Light of Hearts Villa provides premier senior residential living and community outreach services. The community offers compassionate, faith-based, mission-driven and person-centered care that is individualized to meet the special needs of you and your loved...
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Our grandmother is there now and she is enjoying her stay at The Inn. The staff members have been very wonderful and help. They did such a great job keeping our loved one and all the residents safe during...
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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.
We are a state of the art assisted living located minutes from downtown Massillon and Canton. University Village consists of 99 suites, 34 of which are considered 'Special Care' and 'Memory Care' that will meet the needs of individuals with Alzheimer's and Dementia. The suites range in size and...
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PROS: *[name removed] is AMAZING about communication, so helpful, answering/ replying to any email questions we had!!! *The daily medicine distributing staff was very kind, caring, fun & positive while...
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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.
At SouthWest Commons, you’ll experience a sense of place that brings about feelings of belonging. From the energy of our caring team to the lovely appointments inside and out, the atmosphere will make you feel right at home. Established more than 15 years ago, this community celebrates the...
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I think that Woodside Senior Living goes out of their way to give you information you don't have going into this process. Such as; Medicaid and how to afford the costs of the community. They seem to have a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Woodside Senior Living is a single-story, 219-apartment retirement community located in Bedford, a southeastern suburb of Cleveland. Built on 20 acres, the community caters to independent and assisted living residents. Our community offers many inviting common areas and exciting amenities to...
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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.
Alpine House of Maple Heights is a great place to call home.Here at Alpine House we truly believe that comfort is not a luxury and that all people deserve to age in place with dignity and comfort; even if they do not have a lot of money.We offer the following services for our residents: All...
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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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Independence! 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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Today is [date removed]. I moved into Marymount Place on [date removed]. Marymount Place is the Perfect Place for me. The administrator [name removed] is very personable. He is eager to help and work out any...
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.
Marymount Place, a three story Dutch Colonial on the campus of Marymount Hospital, offers the retirement alternatives of both independent and assisted living. Services range from three meals a day to individualized personal care assistance in the privacy of ones own apartment. Private one and...
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5's across the board in every category. Her quality of life has improved 100%! They keep the rooms very clean there. There's never any foul smells in the air. They seem to personally care about the people...
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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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Parma! 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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Reasons we chose The Weils: Open and airy; bigger windows and more natural light; more updated paint colors and furnishings make it a more uplifting environment; also conveniently located for family members...
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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.
Memory Care Assisted Living - The Weils is pleased to present The David and Freda Robinson Residence, a memory care assisted living community located on its campus in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. This beautiful new pavilion offers an alternative for individuals who need supervision and assistance with...
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My loved one, seems to like the food. They keep my loved one, busy and working with the activies. They enjoy the activities. it's a really nice place, and good value for the money. It's a great place. My...
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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.
Hamlet Village offers the very best in retirement lifestyles. Our 47- acre campus in the heart of Chagrin Falls offers a wonderful journey through the seasons, contently located near charming village shops and restaurants. With affordable, maintenance — free spacious apartments to choose from,...
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This community is clean and I would recommend it. They are able to help by providing my mom with the special diet she needs. They offer daily activities. The staff are friendly and there is good...
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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.
East Park Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Cleveland, OH. This city is home to Playhouse Square Center, the nation's second-largest performing arts center, and is widely known for its rich culture. The Playhouse Square Center hosts music events, speaking...

Cost of independent living in Akron, OH

The average cost of senior living in Akron is $3,068 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wadsworth, OH with an average of $3,023 per month.

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

Akron, OH
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$3,241/mo
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Independent living costs in Akron, OH, vs. other senior living options

$6,635/mo
Independent Living
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Independent living costs in Akron, OH, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,803/mo
1 Bedroom
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2 Bedroom
$4,411/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$3,068/mo$3,241/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,390/mo$5,687/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,635/mo$6,894/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Akron, OH:$3,068/mo
Ohio:$3,241/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Akron, OH:$5,390/mo
Ohio:$5,687/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Akron, OH:$6,635/mo
Ohio:$6,894/mo
U.S.:$6,999/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.

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Akron, OH$3,021/mo$3,033/mo-0.4%
Ohio$2,966/mo$3,007/mo-1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Akron, OH
2024 average cost:$3,021/mo
2023 average cost:$3,033/mo
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2024 average cost:$2,966/mo
2023 average cost:$3,007/mo
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National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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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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Westerly Apartments in Lakewood, OH

4.7
The Westerly has many resources and a community spirit. Maintenance items are addressed professionally and efficiently. I really like my walk in shower with grab bars!

Wesleyan Meadows in Sheffield Village, OH

4.5
Moving to Wesleyan Meadows was the biggest decision we have made in our 63 years of marriage. We lived our home in Elyria but we were finding that the necessary responsibilities were becoming difficult for us. So after a year of looking at retirement centers, small homes, and other options, we ...
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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 East 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 East 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 East 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
37.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
11.7%
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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
31.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17%
17.8%
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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
50%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.5%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.7%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.2%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
31.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.8%
47.6%
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