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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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We chose OSL Kettering for Mom (her choice, actually, but we all agreed) because they’re different than the typical AL setting. The building is laid out like a house - nice and small with only 12 bedrooms....
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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It is a little pricey but everything else is. The people here are very nice the staff and the residents. It is independent living so there is no meals.We were down to the wire and everything else had a...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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 Dogwood Commons, where you’ll enjoy maintenance-free living in a socially engaged community. Enjoy all the perks of a spacious, modern home, without the constraints of homeownership. Our single-story homes are designed with open layouts,13’ ceilings and abundant windows, creating...
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The experience has been good, they are short handed. The price was cheaper than most and at the time was the only place close that would take him.
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.
Laurelwood Assisted Living is an assisted living community with a special neighborhood for the Memory impaired located in Dayton, Ohio in Greene county. For seniors that enjoy nature, plants, and flowers, Laurelwood Senior Living is perfectly located. The Cox Arboretum and Gardens Metropark is...
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I have a two bedroom and did not get an increase this year. My housekeeper does a good jobevery week, even changing my bed and washing my sheets every week. The meals are good, if you are not interested...
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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My mother-in law stayed here for her rehab for knee replacement. She was treated like a queen! Great people and beautiful community to be in. We walked out by the lake at sunset and sat near the gazebo...
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.
Berkeley Square is a beautiful, lively community with private, tree-lined streets, custom homes and apartments. Moving to our community provides you with a gorgeous home, friendly neighbors, and security for the future while offering various activities and entertainment. Living at Berkeley Square...
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Our whole family felt blessed to have Mother cared for by The Carlyle House. The entire staff treated Mother like a queen and truly loved her. I have never experienced such a warm family atmosphere...
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.
The Carlyle House is an assisted living community located in Kettering, Ohio, in beautiful Montgomery County and home to just over 56,000 people. Kettering is a beautiful city in the Dayton area with lots of parks, walking trails, golf and recreational amenities Residents will enjoy getting out...
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My mother-in-law has been a resident at Westover Retirement since February 2022. She did 1 month of Respite Care. At that time, she made the decision that going to her own home was not something that she...
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.
Westover is a picturesque neighborhood nestled safely in its own community with homes featuring spacious living areas, ample storage space, one-car garages and large, walk-out patios. Our spacious apartments are located close to all the amenities, dining choices and array of activities. Enjoy a...
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After a harrowing couple of years for my ill mother who passed July '23, my dad's safety, health, and quality of life took a sharp decline over the span of 8 months. He lost his wife of 54 years, and lost...
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.
At Wickshire Fairborn, it’s not about age. It’s about life. We are a senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Nestled in a quiet residential area, we are conveniently close to Dayton, Beavercreek, Huber Heights and Yellow Springs. You’ll surrounded by a variety of shops,...
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What I like are the other residents. Everyone is so friendly and willing to help you if you need it. I love playing the games, some I've never played before so they teach you how to play. It's been a great...
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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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Mom is so comfortable at Courtyard. She loves the food and tells me everyone loves her there. The staff are always quick to address any issues that come up. They communicate well Mom's status and any...
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.
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I love living at the Villas of Kettering! I downsized from a home into this 55+ apartment community 5 months ago and am so grateful to be here. It has been such a relief to no longer have home maintenance...
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
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.
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.
Just What You're Looking For......Harmony Senior Village is a community of magnificent 2-bedroom patio-style apartment homes, well designed for comfort and quiet individuality. Your apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, a formal living room, comfortable bedrooms, a full size bath, and...
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.
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.
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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.
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The staff are very friendly. very helpful, and very caring. They do the best they can do to meet my mother's needs. I chose The Glen because it was in close proximity to my house and it seemed as good as...
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.
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My mother in law absolutely loves it here. It has been a journey getting here. She was in one that was very expensive. No activities to be had and the staff was not friendly at all. After 3 months, she...
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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.
Eastgate Village is a retirement community that offers independent living with services such as meals, housekeeping, transportation and limited assistance.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Nursing and Rehab facility for 50 residents. All insurance accepted. Medicare and Medicaid certified. Extensive Rehab programs.
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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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"Angels Care" was a referral from "A Place for Mom", both which were God Send places for my Mom and our family. Angels Care is a unique Memory Care facility that allows my Mom to feel like she is at home...
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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: 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.
Riverview Bluffs is a senior housing community for residents 62 years and older, located in New Richmond, Clermont County, Ohio. Located along the Ohio River, New Richmond is a beautiful place to live. Its country atmosphere and the many events held by the river, New Richmond is a great place to...

Cost of independent living in Buford, OH

The average cost of senior living in Ohio is $3,241 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Ohio vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeOhioU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,241/mo$3,520/mo7.9% below national median
Assisted Living$5,687/mo$5,830/mo2.5% below national median
Memory Care$6,894/mo$6,999/mo1.5% below national median
Independent Living
Ohio:$3,241/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:7.9% below national median
Assisted Living
Ohio:$5,687/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:2.5% below national median
Memory Care
Ohio:$6,894/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:1.5% below national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Buford

Recent reviews for independent living in Buford

Eastgate Village in Cincinnati, OH

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We are happy that our mom feels safe, comfortable, and she absolutely loves the facility and staff, thank you Eastgate Village for the peace of mind she has and our family, too!!! We have nothing goos to say about Eastgate Village and would recommend them to anyone facing a similar situation ...
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Traditions of Beavercreek

4.6
I live in a garden house - very spacious. Many activities & trips.

Ohio Living Cape May in Wilmington, OH

4.6
Resident fees covers all utilities inclusing phone calls in country. Also 1 meals per day provided. Good choices of washers and dryers in room. Kitchen appliances furnished. I have a call button for emergency use. My furniture is used from my home, also my sheets, towels, kitchen items and etc. ...
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Buford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buford, 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 Buford 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 Buford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buford, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.7%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
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Availability of select dining options in Buford 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 Buford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buford, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
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38.2%
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buford 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 Buford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buford, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
49.7%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.7%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.8%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort, StoryPoint Union and 10 Wilmington Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buford, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 199 independent living facilities near Buford, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Buford, Ohio are Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort, StoryPoint Union and 10 Wilmington Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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