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Families should know that the Promedica facility where I stayed last year [date removed] was very comfortable. It was my home away from home for about 2 weeks.
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.
A most distinguished senior living community Welcome to The Village, a distinctive and gracious senior living residence. We are nestled in the charming community of Westerville on the northeast outskirts of Columbus, Ohio. This historic village features a beautifully restored “uptown,” many...
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The activities fall a little short, as there is no budget, but they try hard. I love that we each have our own screened in porch plus a small garden. The residents are super friendly. The maintenance is a...
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.
At Hampton Woods we recognize the importance of choice and individualism for each resident, so we offer an array of apartment styles, amenities to choose from, and we offer the most spacious floor plans in the area for independent apartments. Our large great room with one bedroom and our...
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Nice indoor courtyard meeting space with hair salon, mailboxes, water fountain, library, gym, lounge, craft room, billiards, TV room, and other gathering space. Outdoor patio tables and rocking chairs....
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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My 87-year-old dad loves living at Abbington Pickerington! We moved him in three months ago, and although he was reluctant to leave his home, within 48 hours at Abbington, he felt right at home. He went from...
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.
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
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: 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.
Home to some of Ohio’s most beautiful parks, the city of Zanesville is the perfect place for The Oaks at Bethesda, an award-winning senior living facility bordering the grounds of the new Genesis Hospital. Residents who are interested in activities outside of our campus can explore everything the...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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.
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
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.
Windsorwood Place began operations in 1994 and was successfully owned and operated by the Guilliams family for a decade in Coshocton, Ohio. In May of 2003, Abbington Communities acquired Windsorwood Place and will continue the proud tradition of quality residential assisted living in Coshocton. ...
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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, 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.
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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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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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
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, 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.
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: 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
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, 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 Dresden, 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

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
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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 Dresden

Recent reviews for independent living in Dresden

Capital City Hospice in Columbus, OH

5.0
We were very fortunate that The Inn was able to arrange for my dad's hospice care with Capital City Hospice while he was there. They were so very helpful and kind and they helped my mother and myself as well as my dad. I would definitely recommend them

Paramount Senior Living at Westerville

4.7
We chose Paramount Senior Living because it was smaller facility that is very clean and is seems like they try to make it very home like rather than institutional. The dining area is more like a dining room you would sit in at home instead of a cafeteria. Overall I would recommend to others ...
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The Ashford on Broad in Columbus, OH

4.1
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Affordable housing options. Several reviews mention the affordability of the community, providing financial relief for residents and their families. At StoryPoint Gahanna North, the monthly rent includes all meals and snacks, making it a budget-friendly choice for some. At Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, the affordability ...
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Friendly and prompt maintenance staff. Reviews consistently praise the friendliness and efficiency of the maintenance teams at various communities. For example, at Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, the maintenance staff is described as being very quick to respond to repair requests and take care of issues, while at StoryPoint Gahanna N ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Throughout the reviews, residents mention the wide range of activities offered, including bingo, crafts, music, church, and Bible studies. At Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, bingo, crafts, and music are specifically highlighted as favorite activities, while at StoryPoint Gahanna North, the acti ...
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Welcoming and inclusive environment. Many reviews mention the warm and friendly atmosphere of the communities, with staff members and residents going above and beyond to make newcomers feel welcome. For example, at StoryPoint Pickerington, the executive director sits with residents during meals to ensure no one eats alone, while ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Food quality consistently emerges as a positive factor in residents' experiences. At Danbury Millersburg, the meals are described as fantastic, while at StoryPoint Pickerington, the food is plentiful and delicious. In Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, the meals and snacks are included in the mo ...
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Thoughtful accommodations for personal needs. Some reviews mention the accommodating nature of the staff in addressing residents' individual needs. For example, at StoryPoint Pickerington, the maintenance team helps residents with repairs and maintenance, while at StoryPoint Gahanna North, the independent cottage living arrangement allo ...
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Dresden independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dresden independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dresden, 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 Dresden 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 Dresden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dresden, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.1%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.6%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.1%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.2%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Dresden 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 Dresden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dresden, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.1%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.8%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
29.9%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.7%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dresden 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 Dresden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dresden, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.8%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.1%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.4%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.3%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.1%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.6%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
38.1%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
20.1%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.6%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.3%
47.5%
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StoryPoint Pickerington, Danbury Mount Vernon and StoryPoint Granville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dresden, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 148 independent living facilities near Dresden, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dresden, Ohio are StoryPoint Pickerington, Danbury Mount Vernon and StoryPoint Granville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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