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The cost of independent living in West Lancaster is about $4,298 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 112 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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My dad had been in and out of the hospital for over 2 1/2 months due to complications from congestive heart failure. After the 3rd hospital stay we tried Cape May in Wilmington. The care received was...
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.
Ohio living Cape May is an independent and assisted living community that is found in the charming city of Wilmington, Ohio, which sits in Clinton County. The area is filled with beautiful parks, such as Cowan Lake State park, and when someone wants to spend the day playing miniature golf they...
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Overall good experience here. Some laundry concerns and would like room cleaned more than weekly. We will change this in his care conference. I eat lunch or dinner here often with my husband in the dining...
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.
Shawnee Estates Senior Living, a Sinceri Senior Living community, provides family-centered programs and services to residents seeking supportive care services in Xenia, Ohio. The quiet community features large indoor and outdoor common spaces, a fireside living room, and an easy-to-navigate floor...
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44 Floor plans available
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I would highly recommend the facility. It is a relief knowing she is happy and well cared for. We picked them because of the care given and atmosphere
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.
    Carriage Court of Washington Court House is Community-Based Assisted Living at its finest, offering assistance as needed to suit individual lifestyles and personal requirements. Residents live in the comfort and security of a small, friendly, family-like setting with all the...
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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: 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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Legacy Village is awesome. It is a smaller facility with fewer people which allows more personal attention from the staff. The staff have all worked there 10 or 15 years which says a lot and you really...
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.
Legacy Assisted Living is a family style home nestled on a 253 acre campus with walking paths, and mature trees. The 22 unit home is known for family style care which accomodates your specific needs. The courtyard looks out on a tree-lined meadow where deer are seen in the mornings. Residents...
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The Hillside family provides care for those who need minor care for those in need, from medications, laundry, great food, activities, and a very clean facility. The administration is accommodating and...
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.
You'll feel right at home at Hillside Retirement Home! We're located on a quiet residential street in a small, friendly Ohio community. Hillside is peaceful and secure, yet near to downtown shopping and other community amenities. At Hillside, you'll enjoy a private room and may either bring...
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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: 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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33 Floor plans available
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.
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Cost of independent living in West Lancaster, OH

The average cost of senior living in West Lancaster is $4,298 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Sterling, OH with an average of $3,090 per month.

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

West Lancaster, OH
$4,298/mo
$4,508/mo

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

West Lancaster, OH
$4,298/mo
$3,875/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

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

$4,562/mo
Independent Living
$4,298/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,163/mo
Studio
$5,509/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,389/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,534/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,710/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in West Lancaster over time

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What families are saying about independent living in West Lancaster

Recent reviews for independent living in West Lancaster

Trinity at Fairborn

5.0
We moved my loved one here after a negative experience at another memory care community, and they've been better in every way. It is a much more secure facility, and the staff are doing a much better job handling his wandering issues.

Ohio Living Cape May in Wilmington, OH

4.6
Resident fees covers all utilities inclusing phone calls in country. Also 1 meals per day provided. Good choices of washers and dryers in room. Kitchen appliances furnished. I have a call button for emergency use. My furniture is used from my home, also my sheets, towels, kitchen items and etc. ...
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Hearth and Home at Harding in Springfield, OH

5.0
They do a good job at Hearth and Home! It's a nice looking place, and the care staff is friendly and professional. They've done a very good job taking care of my loved one.

West Lancaster independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Lancaster independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Lancaster, 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 West Lancaster 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 West Lancaster 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%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Lancaster 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 West Lancaster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Lancaster 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 West Lancaster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ohio Living Cape May, The Madison Senior Living Community and Shawnee Estates Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Lancaster, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near West Lancaster, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in West Lancaster, Ohio is Ohio Living Cape May. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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