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The cost of independent living in Worthington is about $3,301 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 109 options. Read 2391 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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We were impressed by the tour, but from the moment they welcomed my family member in the door on move-in day, we knew we were home. We have never experienced a staff so friendly, caring, and responsive. On...
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.
Abbington of Powell began operations in September 2002. This single-story community consists of 48 residential units situated on scenic wooded grounds. Abbington of Powell boasts abundant common area amenities, beautiful interior courtyards as well as walking paths. Abbington of Powell is...
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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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What I really like about Abbotsgate Lofts is the beautiful setting! The neighbors are nice as well as the staff members. I would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience...
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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.
Abbotsgate of Powell is a 50+ Senior Apartment Community in Powell, OH just off of Village Dr. within Delaware County. Once ranked 18th out of the top 100 places to live, Powell Ohio is a peaceful and serene place to live and welcomes all. Abbotsgate of Powell recognizes that and welcomes the 50+...
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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.
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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: 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: 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.
Our Assisted Living Community is a place you can call home with complete confidence that any medical and personal assistance needs will be met. The independence and dignity of each resident will be respected at all times by our professional and caring staff. Unlike the clinical atmosphere of a...
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They were great. It's not real fancy, but it's homey. The meals were over the halfway mark. They treated my husband well, and his room was pretty nice. They had a full shower and bathroom and they were...
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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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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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This is a very nice community for my mom's care.The staff are nice and respectful to her needs. She is happy with being active with the activites. The meals are appealing to her needs. We would recommend the...
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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.
Bollinger Tower is a comfortable and affordable senior housing complex located in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. Bollinger Tower is a great choice for anyone looking for a secure and relaxing place to call home. Home to several large corporations and Ohio State University, Columbus is an active...
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Photo of Westminster-Thurber Community
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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: 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: 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: 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.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
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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: 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: 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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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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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Worthington, OH

The average cost of senior living in Worthington is $3,301 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Albany, OH with an average of $3,236 per month.

Independent living costs in Worthington, OH, vs. nearby cities

Worthington, OH
$3,301/mo
$3,304/mo

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

Worthington, OH
$3,301/mo
$3,967/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Worthington, OH, vs. other senior living options

$4,944/mo
Independent Living
$3,301/mo

Independent living costs in Worthington, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,541/mo
Studio
$4,870/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,895/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,578/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,073/mo

Senior living costs in Worthington 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: Worthington, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWorthington, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,301/mo$3,967/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,151/mo$4,879/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,944/mo$4,887/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Worthington, OH:$3,301/mo
Ohio:$3,967/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Worthington, OH:$5,151/mo
Ohio:$4,879/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Worthington, OH:$4,944/mo
Ohio:$4,887/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Worthington, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Worthington 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Worthington, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Worthington 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 median 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
Worthington, OH$3,211/mo$3,000/mo+7.0%
Ohio$2,832/mo$2,952/mo-4.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Worthington, OH
2024 average cost:$3,211/mo
2023 average cost:$3,000/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,832/mo
2023 average cost:$2,952/mo
Percent change:-4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Worthington

Recent reviews for independent living in Worthington

Capital City Hospice in Columbus, OH

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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

Wellington Village in Hilliard, OH

5.0
I liked the amount of space in the apartment and it was close to my sister. And was impressed with the cleanliness of the place and the furnishings in the com spaces. I enjoy the activities and everyone is friendly and have made new friends.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews for communities with different ids mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff members. At Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus), they go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome. At Westerville Senior Living, the friendly demeanor of the ...
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Variety of social activities. Residents enjoy the wide range of social activities available at various communities. For instance, at StoryPoint Powell South, they offer activities like card games, movies, and live entertainment. At Stone Oak Retirement Community, residents have the freedom to choose whether or not to par ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Many reviews highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in creating a comfortable living environment. At StoryPoint Gahanna North, the facility looks brand new, and the staff are quick to address maintenance requests. At Claremont Retirement Village, the carpet in the apartment looks ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Quality food is a key factor in overall satisfaction for many residents. At Rittenhouse Village Gahanna, the meals are described as excellent, while at The Polaris Community, the food is a major selling point for the community.
Fostering a sense of community. Several reviews mention the sense of community and belonging that residents feel at their new homes. At StoryPoint Powell South, residents make new friends and feel secure, while at Stone Oak Retirement Community, they describe the community as feeling like one big family.
Access to transportation. Having transportation options available is important for some residents and their families. At Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber, the community offers shopping trips and transportation to various appointments. At The Polaris Community, the Polaris Community has convenient transportation servic ...
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Worthington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Worthington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Worthington, 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 Worthington 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 Worthington 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
37%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18%
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Availability of select dining options in Worthington 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 Worthington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Worthington 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 Worthington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Bickford of Worthington, StoryPoint Gahanna Central and Stone Oak Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Worthington, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 109 independent living facilities near Worthington, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Worthington, Ohio are StoryPoint Pickerington, StoryPoint Gahanna North and Verena at Hilliard. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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