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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.
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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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: 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.
Our assisted living programs have become increasingly popular because they combine professional care with homelike surroundings, reasonable cost, attractive private or semiprivate apartments, and well balanced programs of events and activities. We provide both nurses and around-the-clock resident...
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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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I cannot say enough to say about living in this apartment community just for seniors. It’s clean and secure to live in. It’s very relaxed, pets are allowed for a small monthly rent fee for your pet.....
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.
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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.
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.
Photo of SharonBrooke Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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.
Plaza Garden Apartments is a family owned, caring community in a quiet residential neighborhood in Newark, Ohio. Our seniors only buildings boast bright, warm, single floor apartments, an onsite maintenance staff, onsite management, and friendly neighbors surrounding a quiet courtyard of mature...
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Our experience with Abbington of Pickerington has been a good one, overall. I've known about them for quite a while, and always heard very good things. It's a nice looking place with a very comfortable...
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.
Abbington of Pickerington began operations in September of 2000. This single-story community consists of 48 residential units situated on 5 acres of scenic wooded grounds. Abbington of Pickerington boasts abundant common area amenities, beautiful interior courtyards as well as walking paths. ...
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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.
National Church Residences of ChillicotheNational Church Residences of Chillicothe is an assisted living community nestled in the beautiful residential community of Chillicothe, Ohio. Our affordable, but high quality assisted living community encourages you to live a healthy, happy life. We’re...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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My mom loves it there. She has no complaints. They are so good to her, and the food is good. I am so blessed that we found the right place for her. She loves it. There are all kinds of things to do. They are...
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.
Liberty Village Assisted Living began operations in 1990. This single-story community consists of 40 residential units. Liberty Village boasts abundant common area amenities, a beautiful interior courtyard as well as walking areas. The community is located just west of Chillicothe on Route 50...
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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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The Inn at Summit trail is certainly a nice place to be. It’s brand new, and it’s in a very nice, open air spot that is easily accessible. It is beautiful. Whoever decorated it has extremely good taste. I...
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.

Cost of independent living in Buchtel, OH

The average cost of senior living in Buchtel is $2,836 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Corning, OH with an average of $2,538 per month.

Independent living costs in Buchtel, OH, vs. nearby cities

Buchtel, OH
$2,838/mo

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

Buchtel, OH
$2,838/mo
$3,974/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Buchtel, OH, vs. other senior living options

$3,942/mo
Independent Living
$2,838/mo

Independent living costs in Buchtel, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,586/mo
Studio
$4,587/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,391/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,999/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,824/mo

Senior living costs in Buchtel 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: Buchtel, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuchtel, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$2,838/mo$3,974/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$3,950/mo$4,886/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$3,942/mo$4,895/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Buchtel, OH:$2,838/mo
Ohio:$3,974/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Buchtel, OH:$3,950/mo
Ohio:$4,886/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Buchtel, OH:$3,942/mo
Ohio:$4,895/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Buchtel, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Buchtel 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 Buchtel, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Buchtel 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Buchtel, OH$3,323/mo$2,832/mo+17.3%
Ohio$2,906/mo$2,961/mo-1.9%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Buchtel, OH
2024 average cost:$3,323/mo
2023 average cost:$2,832/mo
Percent change:+17.3%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,906/mo
2023 average cost:$2,961/mo
Percent change:-1.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Buchtel

Recent reviews for independent living in Buchtel

The Wyngate Senior Living Community (Parkersburg)

5.0
All of the staff no matter their role, were completely genuine in their service and heart for their jobs. They took great care of our mother.

Glenwood Community in Marietta, OH

3.8
Resident's daughter felt carpet was filthy in halls and entrance. Admissions person [name removed] is amazing and is very helpful and friendly. The meals are expensive for guests. There could be more activities on the weekends. [name removed!] She has been very kind and caring. A joy to work ...
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Cherry Blossom Senior Living in Columbus, OH

5.0
Cherry Blossom is an excellent senior living facility. It is my home, and the staff and residents are my extended family. The meals are delicious, the building is light and bright. The activities are varied, interesting, and enjoyable, and I feel so respected, and appreciated. The staff is ...
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Buchtel independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buchtel independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buchtel, 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 Buchtel 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 Buchtel 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
25.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buchtel 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 Buchtel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buchtel, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buchtel 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 Buchtel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buchtel, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
31.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.4%
46.4%
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