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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Highwater, OH

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The cost of independent living in Highwater is about $3,059 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 111 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.

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Photo of Hearth Brook
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Everything about Hearth Brook has much it such a great experience so far, and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far.
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.
Hearth Brook is proud to offer specialized assisted living care in historic and quaint Newark, Ohio. Located just 25 miles from Columbus, Newark is a welcoming and peaceful city that offers the perfect combination of small town America with all the conveniences of big city living.We treat each...
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66 Floor plans available
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Six months ago my husband and I moved to a cottage at Middleton. We found staff and fellow residents to be friendly and supportive. After my husbands death recently I received an out pouring of help, support...
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.
Middleton Senior Living is a premier community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in Granville, Ohio. Designed with a warm and vibrant ambiance, Middleton ensures that residents enjoy engaging, fulfilling lives surrounded by a supportive and welcoming...
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33 Floor plans available
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Don't let them talk you into letting them handle the medication, if family is capable to take their medication themselves. Not enough staff on weekends.
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.
Randall Residence of Newark is the preferred Assisted Living community in Newark, Ohio. Randall Residence of Newark offers residents a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable life. We would love for you to visit us with your family and loved ones and see for yourself!With...
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My mother has been at KAG for 2 1/2 years and is now transitioning to the assisted living level. She has had a great experience. They really take good care of you there. I hope to go there myself when I get...
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.
Kendal at Granville, a not for profit life plan community, is affiliated with The Kendal Corporation, a nationally recognized leader in housing and services for the aging. Kendal at Granville opened in 2005 and is located one mile from the charming Village of Granville also home to Denison...
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I recently moved to Danbury Mt Vernon. The staff are all very friendly and helpful. The menu is varied and quite delicious. There are many activities available as well as physical therapy to help the...
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: 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.
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: 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: 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Highwater, OH

The average cost of senior living in Highwater is $3,059 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millersport, OH with an average of $2,826 per month.

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

Highwater, OH
$3,059/mo
$3,249/mo

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

Highwater, OH
$3,059/mo
$3,866/mo
U.S. national average
$4,052/mo

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

$4,699/mo
Independent Living
$3,059/mo

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

Studio
$4,599/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,561/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,267/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,158/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Highwater over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Highwater

Recent reviews for independent living in Highwater

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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Rittenhouse Village Gahanna

5.0
He love it there, but he may have to move. The rent is more than his income but overall it is a very friendly community with very kind people living there

Highwater independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highwater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highwater, 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 Highwater 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 Highwater 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
30%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Highwater 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 Highwater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highwater, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highwater 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 Highwater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
10%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.1%
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StoryPoint Pickerington, StoryPoint Gahanna and Mount Vernon Danbury are the top-rated independent living facilities near Highwater, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Highwater, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Highwater, Ohio are StoryPoint Pickerington, StoryPoint Gahanna and Mount Vernon Danbury. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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