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Photo of Bickford of Lancaster
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9.0
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27 reviews
9.0
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It's a beautiful facility. Pricing was reasonable for all that was included. From a medical standpoint my mom required more monitoring that we didn't realize until it was too late. She had several falls, 2...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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66 Floor plans available
9.0
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33 reviews
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33 reviews
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It's better than she was living before.... [name removed] is great!! Reflections has been a great choice for my mother-in-law. Close to town but not in it. Built in community. She feels safe and is enjoying...
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.
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23 reviews
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Staff are very nice to deal with and seem to genuinely care for the residents. Our parents have commented on how good the food is.
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.
Brookdale Lancaster is a senior living community offering assisted living services in the vibrant town of Lancaster, Ohio. A wonderful place to call home, Lancaster offers excellent educational opportunities as well as numerous art and music festivals. From our excellent furnishings to our...
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My experience with Carroll Place has been wonderful. A couple of days of getting their my mother wasn't happy. Now she is really enjoying it. I am so glad I found Carroll Place.
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.
Carroll Place assisted living is located in the small community of Carroll, Ohio. We are one mile north of Fairfield County airport and four miles southeast of Greenfield Lake. We provide individualized care in an elegant but home like environment. Our beautifully landscaped property is ideal...
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I think they do an excellent job at Scott's Place! It's a small community with a cozy, home-like setting, located in a beautiful wooded area. The staff is very friendly, and they're very attentive and caring...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Scott's Place rests on a wooded lot with mature trees and other like homes. Very different from large, institutionalized, retirement facilities, due to size and ratios, we are able to provide personal care within a home and with staff available 24/7. Our Staff has a combined 75 years in...
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They give my loved one good care, but I feel like they're short-staffed. Because of that, it can take a long time for someone to buzz you in and out of the building. Overall the staff are good, other than...
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 is a community of close friends.  In fact, we feel so close to the residents that we consider them to be our second family.   After all, a home should be a place where people care about their neighbors and enjoy each other's company.  That's why our caregivers do...
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Cost of assisted living in Wacker Heights, OH

The average cost of senior living in Wacker Heights is $4,164 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Junction City, OH with an average of $3,479 per month.

Assisted living costs in Wacker Heights, OH, vs. nearby cities

Wacker Heights, OH
$4,164/mo
$4,249/mo

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

Wacker Heights, OH
$4,164/mo
$4,591/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Wacker Heights, OH, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,164/mo
$4,142/mo

Assisted living costs in Wacker Heights, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,432/mo
Studio
$3,817/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,039/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,250/mo

Senior living costs in Wacker Heights 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: Wacker Heights, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWacker Heights, OHOhioU.S.
Assisted Living$4,164/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,142/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,552/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Wacker Heights, OH:$4,164/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Wacker Heights, OH:$4,142/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Wacker Heights, OH:$2,552/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wacker Heights, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Wacker Heights 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 Wacker Heights, OH

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wacker Heights 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
Wacker Heights, OH$4,559/mo$4,560/mo-0.0%
Ohio$5,116/mo$4,793/mo+6.7%
National$5,264/mo$4,973/mo+5.9%
Wacker Heights, OH
2024 average cost:$4,559/mo
2023 average cost:$4,560/mo
Percent change:-0.0%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$5,116/mo
2023 average cost:$4,793/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,264/mo
2023 average cost:$4,973/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wacker Heights, 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 Wacker Heights.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wacker Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wacker Heights

The Ashford on Broad in Columbus, OH

4.1
I think there were some initial communication steps we had to get worked out. Some things didn't get done initially. And I think they have some short-staffing issues, especially on weekends,. But I think they're trying, and they're being responsive to my concerns. It's just something you ...
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The Wyngate at Circleville

5.0
My experience at Wyngate has been 100% positive. I live in an Independent Senior apartment and love it! The staff is absolutely wonderful. The well maintained property is so lovely, safe, and perfect for this time in my life. Daily community activities, weekly outings and special events are ...
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The Geraldine Schottenstein Cottage in Columbus, OH

5.0
It was a difficult decision for our family, but our mom's dementia was progressing, she was falling frequently, getting more confused and disoriented, and she lived alone. We thought about using home care, but we had too many concerns, especially about who would be Mom's caregiver 24/7 and have ...
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Wacker Heights review score based on 25 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 6 Wacker Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wacker Heights 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

Wacker Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Wacker Heights, OH6 facilities
8.9
Lancaster, OH7 facilities
8.9
Pleasantville, OH7 facilities

Review subcategories for Wacker Heights 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 25 reviews of 6 Wacker Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wacker Heights 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.
Wacker Heights, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
4.1
Friendliness
3.5
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.8
Staff
3.3
4.0
Meals & dining
2.9
3.7
Activities
2.7
3.7
Value for cost*
2.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Wacker Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wacker Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wacker Heights, 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 Wacker Heights 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 Wacker Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wacker Heights, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
66.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wacker Heights 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 Wacker Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wacker Heights, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wacker Heights 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 Wacker Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wacker Heights, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Wacker Heights 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 Wacker Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wacker Heights, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
18.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Wacker Heights 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 Wacker Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wacker Heights, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wacker Heights

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 Wacker Heights protect seniors.
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Bickford of Lancaster, Reflections Retirement Community and The Ridge at Lancaster are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wacker Heights, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 7 assisted living facilities near Wacker Heights, Ohio. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Wacker Heights, Ohio is Middleton Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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