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Moving our grandmother into Wesleyan Village has been an exceptional experience. She’s blind in one eye and has limited vision in the other, so finding a comfortable, supportive place was crucial. [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Whatever you're looking for in a retirement community, you'll find it at Wesleyan Village. With more than a century of experience behind us, our 17-acre campus offers beautiful residences, wonderful amenities and exceptional care for all levels of independence.Independent Living: Select from our...
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I enjoyed having the zero transition shower. It was so helpful while taking care of my invalid husband. The washer and dryer were helpful to have. I enjoyed all the new appliances. But I think all the staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
For more than 20 years, Bethany Place Retirement Community has provided a home-like environment in a comfortable apartment setting. A ministry of Lutheran Homes Society since 1999, Bethany Place caters to those 60 and over and offers residents an attractive residential setting, yet is...
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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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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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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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My mother had been a resident in AL for the past 6 years and everyone there met all our expectations and more. My mom has passed recently and now is resting in peace. Thank you everyone there at the Commons...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Designed by an internationally-known Interior Design firm. The Commons of Providence offers a distinctive living environment. Conveniently located between Cleveland and Toledo. The Commons of Providence is situated on 72 peaceful acres overlooking 5 1/2 A. lake. Here, residents can enjoy a...
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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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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: 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
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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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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
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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: 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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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: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Vineyard On Catawba is a beautiful assisted living community located on the shores of Lake Erie in scenic Port Clinton, OH. Offering a gorgeous 57-acre campus of sprawling lawns, lakeside gazebos, and paved walking paths, seniors looking for an idyllic atmosphere perfect for peacefully...
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
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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
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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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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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I like it here. Everyone of the staff works very hard to keep us disease-free and I understand there are other homes who are not. Thank you all!
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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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Orchard Park is a nice place. The activities director is wonderful. Although my loved one doesn't participate, he keeps asking and trying to engage them. If your loved one would participate in activities,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Colby, OH

The average cost of senior living in Colby is $4,007 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clyde, OH with an average of $3,221 per month.

Assisted living costs in Colby, OH, vs. nearby cities

Colby, OH
$4,007/mo
$3,221/mo

Assisted living costs in Colby, OH, vs. state and national averages

Colby, OH
$4,007/mo
$4,591/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Colby, OH, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,007/mo
$4,049/mo

Assisted living costs in Colby, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,413/mo
Studio
$4,465/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,746/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,935/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,951/mo

Senior living costs in Colby 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: Colby, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColby, OHOhioU.S.
Assisted Living$4,007/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,049/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,166/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Colby, OH:$4,007/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Colby, OH:$4,049/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Colby, OH:$3,166/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Colby, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Colby 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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Assisted living cost trends in Colby, OH

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Colby 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
Colby, OH$5,167/mo$5,090/mo+1.5%
Ohio$5,191/mo$5,027/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Colby, OH
2024 average cost:$5,167/mo
2023 average cost:$5,090/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$5,191/mo
2023 average cost:$5,027/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Colby, OH

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Colby.

What families are saying about assisted living in Colby

Recent reviews for assisted living in Colby

Aviva Glendale Assisted Living in Toledo, OH

3.8
My mother really liked it here for the time she stayed which was about 4 months. But I don't think she realized she didn't need to be in an assisted living facility from that point on. It was great for her when she got out of the hospital but not necessary for her to continue living there. All ...
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The Ganzhorn Suites of Avon

5.0
I can't express how much I love The Ganzhorn & their staff. They truly are like my second family. It's a hard decision moving your loved one into a facility but I have complete confidence & trust in the care workers & am finally able to sleep well at night knowing that my mom is getting the best ...
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Westbrook Assisted Living and Memory Care in Upper Sandusky, OH

5.0
[name removed] has been so helpful to us in arranging visits with my mom. We appreciate all the staff does to keep the resident here safe. We all look forward to when [name removed] can plan he fun actives again.

Colby review score based on 326 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 326 reviews of 112 Colby assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Colby review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Colby review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Colby, OH112 facilities
8.6
Clyde, OH12 facilities
8.8
Green Springs, OH10 facilities

Review subcategories for Colby assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 326 reviews of 112 Colby assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Colby resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Colby, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
4.0
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Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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Colby assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Colby assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Colby, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Colby assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Colby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
46.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.8%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.3%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Colby assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Colby Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Colby, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.6%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Colby assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Colby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Colby, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Colby assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Colby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Colby, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Colby assisted 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 assisted living communities in Colby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Colby, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
25.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Colby

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Ohio assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Colby protect seniors.
Learn about Ohio assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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