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The cost of independent living in Summit County is about $3,040 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 45 options.

Read 1272 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as North Canton, Medina and Chagrin Falls.

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2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Springwood is a new senior facility in Hudson, OH. My single room is roomy and comfortable, well outfitted. The building is open, well lit, spacious. The residents are friendly and the staff efficient and...
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.
Locally owned and operated, Springwood- After 55 luxury living is a great option for people wanting to downsize and live maintenance free but enjoy their time doing the things they love to do. We offer heated covered parking on both sides of the building. Secure entrances to community which has a...
Photo of The Kentridge Senior Living
1111 Photos available
9.8
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47 reviews
9.8
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47 reviews
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My mother in law has had a wonderful experience at Kentridge. She enjoys the food, activities and staff. They were very kind and compassionate when my father in law was placed on hospice and then passed...
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.
As author Mary Pipher says, "We believe the search for the right place is the search for the right people." Since 2005, KentRidge Senior Living has built a reputation for superior service and care for residents and their families that has made us into the premier choice for assisted living in...
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1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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105 reviews
9.8
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105 reviews
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The apartment my mom has is a studio and is about [Amount removed] a month and doesn't offer a kitchen but she doesn't need one since they provide all meals and snacks. It does offer a fridge and microwave...
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.
Reach a pinnacle in life at Summit Point, where thoughtfully designed floor plans and myriad recreational and social opportunities keep our residents happy and active. The Macedonia, Ohio, Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community provides a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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48 reviews
9.7
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Everything about the experience was five-star. I honestly felt so comfortable with the facility and staff that I could have seen myself wanting to move in there. I knew my loved one couldn’t have been in a...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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3030 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.7
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67 reviews
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The facility was very clean and bright. They have several areas to gather, as well as a separate activity room. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food I tried when moving my mom was tasty (hats...
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.
Senior living is about living life your way, with fewer everyday worries and more time for what you enjoy. At Danbury Cuyahoga Falls, independent living offers a welcoming lifestyle that feels comfortable, engaging, and full of possibilities.Maintenance-free living means less time spent on...
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1414 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
Pricing promotions available
9.7
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All went smoothly, I can't thank you enough for taking the pressure off me, thank you again. So far my sister is very comfortable there, they made her feel welcome with the change in her life, also all 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.
The Best YearsWhen you decide to move in here, you’re not only joining one of the best assisted living communities in Barberton, Ohio—you’re embarking one a brand new adventure full of wonderful people and exciting activities that push you to grow and savor every moment of your retirement years....
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4343 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.7
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96 reviews
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Can't rate the activities... haven't participated... doing rehab... resident did say the music has been nice at on site programming.... so... I think good overall. 8. Hard one because it's all very...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Medina East! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living and assisted living. Throughout each service level, we strive to...
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3030 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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53 reviews
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Staff, care, activities, food, cleanliness, and room size are all top of the line. I have nothing but praise in those areas. It is the administration that has been somewhat disappointing. They displayed a...
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.
Finding the right senior living community means finding a place where your loved one can feel comfortable, supported, and at home, while giving you confidence in the care available each day. At Danbury Woods Cuyahoga Falls, assisted living and memory care options offer personalized support in a...
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4242 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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35 reviews
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I love them here. Danbury's staff is amazing and so friendly, everyone works with me and my father to get his meds before we head out for chemo appts, the doctor checks in on him, the apartment was newly...
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.
Finding the right senior living community means finding a place where your loved one can feel comfortable, supported, and at home, while giving you confidence in the care available each day. At Danbury Hudson, assisted living and memory care options offer personalized support in a welcoming...
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2727 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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82 reviews
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Staff is very friendly. Rooms are nice size and clean. Lots of activities for them. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
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.
Finding the right senior living community means finding a place where your loved one can feel comfortable, supported, and at home, while giving you confidence in the care available each day. At Danbury Tallmadge, assisted living and memory care options offer personalized support in a welcoming...
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Photo of Vitalia Senior Residences of Stow
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9.3
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37 reviews
9.3
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Vitalia Stow has many activities for residents. The staff is helpful and caring, starting with the first person you see at the front desk, [name removed]. [name removed] goes above and beyond to assist you...
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.
Vitalia Senior Residences at Stow is Summit County's premier continuum of care community featuring Independent, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Villas. At Vitalia at Stow, we understand that no matter the person's age, an active and engage lifestyle is critical for health and well-being. That...
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9.3
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51 reviews
9.3
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My mom is very happy with the activities. Some of the staff are really great and I trust them, but there have been times when they haven't done as they said they would because they didn't have enough time...
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.
Caring for Hudson area seniors since 2013, Hudson Grande Senior Living, formerly known as The Gables of Hudson, is locally owned and professionally managed by Arrow Senior Living.Before Hudson Grande Senior Living opened, locals knew the location as Lil Joe’s Pub and Waters Banquet and Event...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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Mom has been in her apartment a little over a month and loves it. She says that the food is great and is always a balanced meal. Three great meals each day. If there is something else you would want to eat,...
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.
Copley Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Conveniently situated in the quiet suburbs, we're only minutes away from a major shopping area and top-notch healthcare. We offer an ideal place to get away from it all in the pastoral beauty of the Mid-West with...
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I would give a '5'. the 'best'. to each of the above categories! at Cardinal it's kept very clean .. happy that they do such a good job that way & the food is really good too ! i love that we can have...
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.
Since 1986 Cardinal Village has been offering large studio, one and two bedroom apartments for seniors looking for independent and assisted living options within a safe and secure environment. Pets are also welcome and activities are abundant with exercise programs, educational and cultural...
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It's wonderful. The staff is very helpful not only with her, but also with me. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one. I always ask them if they have a...
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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1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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All 5 so far. Staff cares more than the past 3 SNF/AL facilities we experienced. Activities are excellent and residents are encouraged to participate rather than spend time in rooms. Staff to resident ratio...
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.
Heritage Crossing is a senior living community located in Akron, Ohio, that offers assisted living and memory care services. We understand that each resident has unique needs and preferences, so we work with them and their family members to customize the level of care needed to ensure their...
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1414 Floor plans available
9.2
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79 reviews
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It was a good experience/ my mom passed away when she was there and they were compassionate and helpful. No complaints. I would recommend to others
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.
Brookdale Montrose is a senior living community located in scenic and accessible Akron, Ohio. Our community boasts beautifully landscaped grounds offering peaceful and tranquil living while also offering all the conveniences that come being near a metropolitan area. Residents at Brookdale...
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9.2
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46 reviews
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The staff has welcomed my dad as part of the family. They are positive and caring. His apartment is spacious and the decor is nice. Plenty of storage areas and closets. Nice refrigerator and small microwave.
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.
Mulberry Gardens Assisted Living in beautiful Munroe Falls, Ohio, combines the care seniors need, the convenience they value, and the independence they cherish.Mulberry Gardens Assisted Living is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our elegant dining...
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1414 Floor plans available
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Living at Hudson Meadows has made my life so much easier! Almost all of the household chores are done for us. One of the best things for me is not having to figure out what's for dinner every day -- or any...
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.
Hudson Meadows, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is Now Open! Hudson Meadows offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Hudson Meadows offers luxurious apartment homes in a safe community setting. Satisfaction is guaranteed,...
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14 reviews
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Communication from management is often unclear and slow when issues come up. For example, I complained about the Wi-Fi, and while they said they understood the problem, nothing ever improved. The Wi-Fi...
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.
VITALIA® has the means to provide residents with a wide variety of things to learn, participate in, and enjoy. From an inviting restaurant to ample entertainment spaces, our senior community campus allows for exposure to new things regularly while still visiting favorites that you know and...
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46 reviews
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I was really impressed by how well the residents are cared for. During my visit, I had the chance to witness one of the residents' activities, and it was wonderful to see how much fun everyone was having. It...
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.
Quality Care Designed for YouWouldn’t it be nice to redefine what it means to be independent? When you decide to move into our assisted living and memory care community, you have the opportunity to do just that. We handle the burdens of everything from cooking and cleaning to maintaining the...
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Outstanding, however, we're not qualified for the level of hospice care needed. Outstanding for functional people with minimal care.
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.
Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls is a beautiful assisted living residence located in Cuyahoga Falls, Summit County, Ohio, just north of Akron. It provides both assisted living and memory care to area seniors. Maplewood is found just south of Cuyahoga Valley National Forest, the only national park in...
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Was surprised by the add on services cost about [ Amount Removed]. Problem solvers , pleasant staff , No place is perfect but very pleased so far.
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.
The Inn at Apple Ridge is a premier assisted living residence. Each private suite has been designed to offer the optimum in comfort, security and privacy. Personalized services include 24 hour on site resident assistants and licensed nurse, three full meals daily, cable tv, electric, gas &...
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The Mayflower manor is good, clean, affordable and in downtown so a lot to do around. But I wish there were enough in house activities to keep the residents occupied especially the ones who cannot go out due...
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.
Photo of Ohio Living Rockynol
1010 Photos available
7.5
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43 reviews
7.5
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43 reviews
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My brother [name removed] was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease almost 2years ago now. We (his family) are spread out across the country, but, as the and the one sibling located in his home town, and he...
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.
Ohio Living Rockynol is one of 12 life plan communities owned and operated by Ohio Living, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. As a life plan community located in the heart of West Akron, Ohio Living Rockynol offers independent living apartments, assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, long-term...

Cost of independent living in Summit County, OH

The average cost of senior living in Summit County is $3,040 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wadsworth, OH with an average of $3,023 per month.

Independent living costs in Summit County, OH, vs. nearby counties

Summit County, OH
$3,040/mo

Independent living costs in Summit County, OH, vs. state and national averages

Summit County, OH
$3,040/mo
$3,241/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Summit County, OH, vs. other senior living options

$6,692/mo
Independent Living
$3,040/mo

Independent living costs in Summit County, OH, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,888/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,184/mo

Senior living costs in Summit County vs. state and 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 destination: Summit County, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSummit County, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,040/mo$3,241/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,337/mo$5,687/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,692/mo$6,894/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Summit County, OH:$3,040/mo
Ohio:$3,241/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Summit County, OH:$5,337/mo
Ohio:$5,687/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Summit County, OH:$6,692/mo
Ohio:$6,894/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Summit County, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Summit County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Summit County, OHOH stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Summit County, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Summit County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Summit County, OH$2,985/mo$2,998/mo-0.4%
Ohio$2,966/mo$3,007/mo-1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Summit County, OH
2024 average cost:$2,985/mo
2023 average cost:$2,998/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,966/mo
2023 average cost:$3,007/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Summit County

Recent reviews for independent living in Summit County

The Inn at University Village in Massillon, OH

5.0
The staff they have at this community are really nice and we could not be happier with them, however mom thinks they could use some more staff. The community is pretty active. Mom is the memory care unit and there are less activities available. She loves the food and the community is nice. ...
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Vitalia Active Adult Community at Solon

4.7
Very friendly staff. Very helpful and compassionate. They need more help in the kitchen. Sometimes there is only 1 chef at dinner.

Educators Apartments in Parma Heights, OH

5.0
We moved my mother into her apartment this past week after about a year of research, emails with Marion at A Place for Mom and talking to Janice at Educator's. I cannot have asked for more informative, patient and helpful people. Marion guided me on our search and when we applied to Educator's ...
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Summit County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Summit County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Summit County, 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 Summit County 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 Summit County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Summit County, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.8%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.8%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
52.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31%
11.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Summit County 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 Summit County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Summit County, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
52.4%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Summit County 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 Summit County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Summit County, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
69%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
61.9%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
48%
Dances
Dances
54.8%
34.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Springwood Hudson, The Kentridge Senior Living and Summit Point are the top-rated independent living facilities near Summit County, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 45 independent living facilities near Summit County, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Summit County, Ohio are Springwood Hudson, Broadway Creek Senior Living and Summit Point. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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