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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, 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.
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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.
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
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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: 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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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.
Whitehouse Square Senior Whitehouse Square Senior housing is located in the town of Whitehouse, Lucas County, Ohio. Nearby is the Cedar Creek Church, Whitehouse Library, Whitehouse Inn, and several dining establishments. Whitehouse Square Senior housing is new construction and features the most...
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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.
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Willa of the Woods has been a wonderful experience for my Mother and my wife and myself. My Mother is very happy with the service, food, activities and her room. The personalized staff is great. Jerry Sutte
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.
Villa of the Woods, under the direction of Catholic Charities, has been serving the Fort Wayne area since 1976. In 1983, our program became licensed with the Indiana State Board of Health - and we continually pass their annual surveys with no deficiencies. We are one of the few facilities that...
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.
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It has been an incredible blessing to have been a resident here for over 5 years - I am moving only because of my job which is taking me out of state. My 2BR apartment has been a delight - spacious and...
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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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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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: 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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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, 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: 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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
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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.
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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.
Located in historic North Baltimore, Briar Hill Health Campus is proud to provide community members with a welcoming place to call home in the Crossroads of the Heartland. Residents who are interested in activities outside our campus can practice their backswing at the Birch Run Golf Club, take a...
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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 independent living in Defiance County, OH

The average cost of senior living in Defiance County is $3,469 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stryker, OH with an average of $3,174 per month.

Independent living costs in Defiance County, OH, vs. nearby counties

Defiance County, OH
$3,469/mo
$3,411/mo
$3,335/mo

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

Defiance County, OH
$3,469/mo
$3,739/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Defiance County, OH, vs. other senior living options

$3,993/mo
Independent Living
$3,469/mo

Independent living costs in Defiance County, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,351/mo
Studio
$4,379/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,096/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,114/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,503/mo

Senior living costs in Defiance County 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: Defiance County, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDefiance County, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,469/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,952/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,993/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Defiance County, OH:$3,469/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Defiance County, OH:$3,952/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Defiance County, OH:$3,993/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Defiance County, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Defiance County 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 Defiance County, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Defiance County 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
Defiance County, OH$2,600/mo$3,670/mo-29.1%
Ohio$2,832/mo$2,952/mo-4.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Defiance County, OH
2024 average cost:$2,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,670/mo
Percent change:-29.1%
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 Defiance County

Recent reviews for independent living in Defiance County

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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Otterbein Cridersville SeniorLife Community

5.0
Our experience so far with Otterbein SeniorLife has been 5++. They had availability when we needed it and they made the entire process come together really easily. The meal are very good, they have plenty of choices to pick from. The activities are great - they offer up a really good variety. ...
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The Village at Pine Valley in Fort Wayne, IN

5.0
Senior Living is not only a tough transition for the family, but it's also hard finding the community that fits mom or dad's needs. Is there activities for them to do? Is the food good? Is the staff nice? Here at Brightstar these questions are reassured right in front of your face. From the ...
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Defiance County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Defiance County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Defiance County, 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 Defiance County 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 Defiance County 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
31.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Defiance County 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 Defiance County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Defiance County, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Defiance County 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 Defiance County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Defiance County, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
31%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.8%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Trustwell Living at Kingsbury Place, Kessler Estates Senior Living and StoryPoint Fort Wayne North are the top-rated independent living facilities near Defiance County, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 159 independent living facilities near Defiance County, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Defiance County, Ohio are StoryPoint Fort Wayne North, Genesis Village and The Waterford at Levis Commons. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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