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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Macon, OH
The cost of independent living in Macon is about $2,264 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 45 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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[name removed] was very accommodating and helpful making sure my mother had what she needed. Staff were friendly. The facility was clean and the rooms were very functional, my mother liked the food. My...
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.
A great place to call home! At Enlivant, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident's quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often...
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This is a nice community for good care. The staff is nice and helpful and this is a nice environment. They have activities for the residents. This is a good environment. We would recommend that families tour...
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.
Welcome to Ashley Grove Apartments! This beautiful, brand new community of one- and two-bedroom apartment homes, is designed exclusively for residents 55 and over. All homes include modern amenities at an affordable price: large walk-in closets, washer/dryer connections, energy efficient design...
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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.
Alpine House of West Union is a 80-bed, licensed residential care facility located on a serene 6-acre property. The facility offers some of the best assisted living amenities.We are licensed by the Ohio Department of Health, and certified by the Ohio Department of Aging. We accept ALF Medicaid...
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
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.
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.
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.
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...
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Cost of independent living in Macon, OH
The average cost of senior living in Macon is $2,264 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Higginsport, OH with an average of $1,553 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Macon, OH vs. nearby cities
Macon, OH
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Macon, OH vs. the state and national average
Macon, OH
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Macon vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Macon, OH by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Macon
Recent reviews for independent living in Macon
Trustwell Living at Bell Gardens Place in Hillsboro, OH
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Mom moved in in June and the process from the beginning to determine if Bell Gardens would be a good fit for Mom went very well. The facility was working to reopen after the fire and [name removed] welcomed us in to show the rooms and various things available. Mom made the decision to go and ...
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Macon independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Macon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Macon, 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 Macon 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 Macon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Macon, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Macon 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 Macon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Macon, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Macon 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 Macon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Macon, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Trustwell Living at Bell Gardens Place, Ashley Grove and Alpine House of West Union are the top-rated independent living facilities near Macon, Ohio. See full list of communities.
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