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The ambiance is of walking into a home, the kitchen opens into the dining area, and the cook knows all of the residents and their preferences. Everyone knew that Mom loved Cleveland baseball and football,...
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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Staff in general was very good and caring. They tried and tried, as I did, to leave her room for meals and other things but she wasn't interested. Overall I had no major issues. If I had concerns about...
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.
WELCOME TO THE LANTERN 'We believe in creating a world where memories are treasured, relationships are cherished and our elderly revered. Our deep seated conviction is, innovation and challenging the status quo. We challenge the status quo by creating a therapeutic care environment that not only...
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When my wife and I met [name removed] and her incredible team, they made the process really simple and inviting. We were looking for choices for my grandparents. My grandparents are blooming at Lantern, and...
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.
WELCOME TO THE LANTERN 'We believe in creating a world where memories are treasured, relationships are cherished and our elderly revered. Our deep seated conviction is, innovation and challenging the status quo. We challenge the status quo by creating a therapeutic care environment that not only...
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Mom wasn't there long enough before she...
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.
Welcome to Blossom Hill Health Care Residence. Our campus embraces the picturesque countryside that we call home. The calm and quiet nature of nearby rolling farmland transfers to our community. Large windows capture the natural outdoor beauty and sunlight, creating a warm and cozy environment...
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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: 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.
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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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.
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.
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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Our mom was a resident at the Villa at the lake from [dates removed]. I wanted to write this review to help other family members with their decisions that they may have to make in the future for their loved...
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.
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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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, 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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Dorset, OH

The average cost of senior living in Dorset is $3,920 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Painesville, OH with an average of $3,362 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorset, OH vs. nearby cities

Dorset, OH
$3,920/mo
$3,934/mo
$3,545/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorset, OH vs. the state and national average

Dorset, OH
$3,920/mo
$3,751/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorset vs. other types of senior living

$3,920/mo
Independent Living
$3,920/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dorset, OH by room type

Studio
$3,417/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,400/mo

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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 Dorset

Recent reviews for independent living in Dorset

Villa At the Lake in Conneaut, OH

5.0
I attending the Mothers Day tea at the Villa and it was excellent! They had great food and the staff was great!! Thank you so much for the wonderful time.

Divine Living of Madison

5.0
I have been totally satisfied with my choice to bring my father to Divine Living The staff is wonderful very kind and very caring. He has opened up and talks with the other residents, something he never did at his last facility. The food they provide looks amazing and according to my father ...
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Blossom Hill Health Care Residence in Huntsburg, OH

5.0
We picked this community, because it was recommended by a friend, whose mom was there. They are great. My experience with them has been very good, and they have been very helpful in all aspects. I would recommend to other families.

Dorset independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorset independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorset, 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 Dorset 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 Dorset partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorset, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorset 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 Dorset communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorset, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
18.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorset 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 Dorset offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorset, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
31.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
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Divine Living of Madison, Lantern Of Madison and Lantern of Saybrook are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dorset, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 18 independent living facilities near Dorset, Ohio. See the full list.

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