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This community is clean and I would recommend it. They are able to help by providing my mom with the special diet she needs. They offer daily activities. The staff are friendly and there is good...
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.
East Park Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Cleveland, OH. This city is home to Playhouse Square Center, the nation's second-largest performing arts center, and is widely known for its rich culture. The Playhouse Square Center hosts music events, speaking...
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The staff has made my mother feel very welcome and a part of the community. They have been wonderful about communicating my mothers needs and identifying services that will benefit her.
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.
Embassy of Rockport is one of the most affordable, social communities on the Westside. We are locally owned by a wonderful, caring family and have the same core staff since our doors opened 20 years ago. Our private suites feature 3 large panel windows, private bathroom, kitchenette, and large...
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GV is a perfect fit for my father in law. Staff is unbelievably friendly and truly treat. My fil as a family member. They are so kind and caring. Wide variety of activities. The staff made the transition...
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 senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at Governor's Village. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate...
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They are short staffed currently and things that are promised are not happening timely. The activities are very oriented to women and are not overly enticing. There are definitely ways they could engage...
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.
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Not much to tell. My husband has Alzheimer’s, and I got to the point where I couldn’t take care of him at home. When I first came here, I was scared, leary and feeling guilty all at once. To make the short,...
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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I dropped by to see a friend and honestly, it just felt like a really nice place to be. Super clean, relaxed, and everyone was really friendly. The staff were easygoing and kind, and my friend seemed happy...
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.
At Villa at the Lake, A Randall Residence, we take pride in providing quality senior care with respect and friendship. We recognize that each resident wants independence while receiving just the care they need. You will find that our smiling caregivers listen compassionately to concerns and...
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My experience is just slightly different than average. 1981 I actually worked for food Service company it worked out of the back of the building where the old kitchen was for the hotel. This was owned by the...
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.
Phoenix House Apartments in Youngstown is located in the county seat of Mahoning County, OH. This place is ideal for those 55 and older looking for a beautiful and comfortable place to relax. With beautiful views and a location just close enough to town, you'll be able to experience everything...
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They have a lot of activities-bingo, happy hour, etc. The room is very comfortable like a hotel room with a sitting area & small kitchen. There's an adjacent pond with ducks & geese all year round.
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.
When you choose Kindred Assisted Living the Fountains as your assisted living community, you'll enjoy a beautiful setting located in the heart of Lyndhurst, Ohio. Our manicured lawns, pond, water fountain, and spacious walking areas all create a serene place for you to call home. More so, we're...
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I would like to share my experience with Canterbury Senior Care Facility located at 9928 Vail Dr, Twinsburg, OH 44087. The members of the staff, including the doctors and nurses on staff, provide outstanding...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Staff at Cherry creek well trained. Ever presented the have all the medical equipment available. Worth every penny! Cherry creek is run by Rn and staff are Nac trained in addition to elderly care training. ...
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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My father in law as at Royalton Woods for a short amount of time before he passed away. With every visit we were pleasantly greeted and the nursing staff and aides were so caring and friendly- it felt like...
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.
Royalton Woods Retirement Living is a place you can truly call home. You will enjoy the companionship of others and personal security in a comfortable environment, while family members rest easy knowing you are cared for by a team of professionals. The best part is that our personal care...
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I'm really happy here and was hoping this would be my last move. I'm in the independent living apartments. My apartment is beautiful, I have a big, beautiful yard, nice neighbors and we're invited to join...
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.
East Park Memory Care is a senior community located within the peaceful, laid-back city of Brook Park, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Because of its idealistic location, the community is able to provide an independent feel that is akin to a home away from home. The city itself offers a small town feel...
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.
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.
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.
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My loved one was at this facility for six years and received phenomenal care. It is an older building however they were always well staffed and compassionate.
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.
Ivy House Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in beautiful Painesville, Ohio. When you choose our modern and upscale community for your next hope, you'll enjoy a home like setting with personal services that you select based on your needs. Our beautiful building is well cared...
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.
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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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My wife has Alzheimer's she has been a resident at governor's pointe for 18 months. I have found governor's pointe to be a excellent place for my wife to be.if a problem arises they are addressed right...
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.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at Governor's Pointe. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate in...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Step Into The Lifestyle You Deserve!!!From the time you enter Westport Independent Living, you know you are somewhere special. The lovely lakeside cottage décor reminds one of carefree days spent on the lake with nothing to do but relax and enjoy life. You have worked hard. You deserve the...
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.
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.
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.
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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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My sister has been at Van Gorder for almost a year and has had a very good experience. I very much appreciate the helpfulness and kindness of the staff
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.
Van Gorder Manor is a 21,000 square foot mansion on 4 wooded acres in Willoughby. We offer 3 meals per day, medication assistance, personal assistance, laundry, housekeeping and activities at affordable monthly rate. We offer private and shared rooms. Our capacity is 25 which allows us to...

Cost of independent living in Cork, OH

The average cost of senior living in Cork is $3,360 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mentor-on-the-Lake, OH with an average of $3,233 per month.

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

Cork, OH
$3,363/mo
$3,395/mo
$3,394/mo

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

Cork, OH
$3,363/mo
$3,740/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

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

$4,547/mo
Independent Living
$3,363/mo

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

Studio
$2,680/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,104/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,806/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,147/mo

Senior living costs in Cork 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: Cork, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCork, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,363/mo$3,740/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$4,327/mo$4,593/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,547/mo$4,575/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Cork, OH:$3,363/mo
Ohio:$3,740/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Cork, OH:$4,327/mo
Ohio:$4,593/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Cork, OH:$4,547/mo
Ohio:$4,575/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Cork, OH, over time

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

Cork, OHOH stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Cork, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cork 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
Cork, OH$2,915/mo$2,834/mo+2.9%
Ohio$2,850/mo$2,964/mo-3.8%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Cork, OH
2024 average cost:$2,915/mo
2023 average cost:$2,834/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,850/mo
2023 average cost:$2,964/mo
Percent change:-3.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Cork

Recent reviews for independent living in Cork

The Shenango Inn in Sharon, PA

4.0
This community is an old hotel that they have converted into a senior community. The staff have been helpful, encouraging and understanding. The residents are friendly. Mom has not complained about the food. They have a nice outdoor porch for the residents to enjoy. This is a relaxed community ...
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Westerly Apartments in Lakewood, OH

4.7
The Westerly has many resources and a community spirit. Maintenance items are addressed professionally and efficiently. I really like my walk in shower with grab bars!

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.

Cork independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cork independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cork, 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 Cork 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 Cork partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cork, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.2%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.9%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
32%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.3%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Cork 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 Cork communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cork, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.4%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.1%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
32.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cork 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 Cork offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cork, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.2%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.7%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.4%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.8%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.9%
46.9%
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