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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mercer, OH
The cost of independent living in Mercer is about $5,571 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 125 options. Read 1309 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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The GlennPark Senior Living community has worked out for our loved one because at the time of our tour they allowed smoking in the rooms, however now they no longer allow smoking for new residents but 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.
Hello, My name is Jeremy Otte and I am the Residence Manager at GlennPark. I am so happy that you are taking time to learn about our community. GlennPark is located on the south side of Defiance and it is our pleasure to welcome you with some 'southern hospitality'. When you arrive, notice the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Mercer, OH
The average cost of senior living in Mercer is $5,571 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delphos, OH with an average of $3,930 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mercer, OH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mercer, OH vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Mercer
Recent reviews for independent living in Mercer
Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community
5.0
Our experience so far with Otterbein SeniorLife has been 5++. They had availability when we needed it and they made the entire process come together really easily. The meal are very good, they have plenty of choices to pick from. The activities are great - they offer up a really good variety. ...
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Ohio Living Dorothy Love in Sidney, OH
4.0
My mother actually worked as a volunteer when here when she was younger. She was in for rehab and loved it. The place was always very clean and the nurses were very attentive. They would take her to the bathroom when she needed it and helped however they could. We never had any problems, it's a ...
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The Village at Pine Valley in Fort Wayne, IN
5.0
Senior Living is not only a tough transition for the family, but it's also hard finding the community that fits mom or dad's needs. Is there activities for them to do? Is the food good? Is the staff nice? Here at Brightstar these questions are reassured right in front of your face. From the ...
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Mercer independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer, 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 Mercer 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 Mercer 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
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer 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 Mercer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
30.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer 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 Mercer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
40.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38%
45.7%
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Trustwell Living at Oakley Place, StoryPoint Fort Wayne North and Campbell Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mercer, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 125 independent living facilities near Mercer, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mercer, Ohio are StoryPoint Fort Wayne North, Trustwell Living at Kingsbury Place and Trustwell Living at Miller Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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