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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.
LaSalette Gardens Apartments in an affordable senior apartments community located in the city of Covington, Kenton County, Kentucky. Of the 76 units available, 50 are assisted and designed for seniors. Some are under Hud guidelines, others are not. LaSalette Gardens is located near shopping,...
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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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Living here at Panorama is a convenient. Comfortable and affordable place to call home. Our office staff is always friendly and accommodating. Maintenance is efficient and prompt to any problems. They...
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.
Panorama Apartments is a retirement community for independent seniors located in a re-developed area of Covington, Kentucky.  It offers views of the Ohio River and the Cincinnati, Ohio skyline in addition to many amenities.  Panorama is convenient to transportation, groceries, banks and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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.
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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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.
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.
Established in 1899 as a pioneering mission of five Methodist Conferences, Twin Towers combines the unique charm of historic buildings with innovative programs and modern amenities to offer an unparalleled lifestyle for today's seniors. Along with the best of campus amenities, we offer the finest...
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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
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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.
Newly renovated senior apartment homes are now available at our convenient Westwood location. Maintenance free living and a professional, caring staff await you. We work hard to build lasting relationships with each and every member of our community by offering clean, affordable apartment homes...
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"Angels Care" was a referral from "A Place for Mom", both which were God Send places for my Mom and our family. Angels Care is a unique Memory Care facility that allows my Mom to feel like she is at home...
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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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My daughter and I am very pleased with the services we have received from this community. We know my wife is safe, and in good hands when she is here. I'am comfortable with her staying here while I go handle...
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.
St. Charles Community is sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame. We have been serving the Senior population for well over 50 years. St. Charles began as a Skilled Nursing facility and now provides many levels of care to the seniors in our community. These levels include independent living in our...
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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.
Senior 62+ and/or Disabled, Section 8 PropertyRent is based on 30% of income.Floor Plan1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 555 Sq. Ft.Amenities and FeaturesAppliances IncludedCommunity RoomLaundry FacilityService CoordinatorUtilities IncludedEqual Housing Opportunity.
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Cost of independent living in Fairfax, OH

The average cost of senior living in Fairfax is $4,131 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coldstream, OH with an average of $3,949 per month.

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

Fairfax, OH
$4,131/mo
$4,131/mo
$4,081/mo

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

Fairfax, OH
$4,131/mo
$3,739/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$5,079/mo
Independent Living
$4,131/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,547/mo
Studio
$5,039/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,205/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,692/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Senior living costs in Fairfax 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: Fairfax, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFairfax, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$4,131/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,232/mo$4,591/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,079/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Fairfax, OH:$4,131/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Fairfax, OH:$5,232/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Fairfax, OH:$5,079/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Fairfax, OH, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fairfax 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
Fairfax, OH$3,199/mo$3,482/mo-8.1%
Ohio$2,832/mo$2,952/mo-4.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Fairfax, OH
2024 average cost:$3,199/mo
2023 average cost:$3,482/mo
Percent change:-8.1%
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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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 Fairfax

Recent reviews for independent living in Fairfax

Eastgate Village in Cincinnati, OH

5.0
We are happy that our mom feels safe, comfortable, and she absolutely loves the facility and staff, thank you Eastgate Village for the peace of mind she has and our family, too!!! We have nothing goos to say about Eastgate Village and would recommend them to anyone facing a similar situation ...
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Serene Suites Premier Memory Care and Assisted Living in Cincinnati, OH

3.4
My wife is now the COO so my opinion is biased. She also took care of my mother there for a year and knows what needs improvement. She is actively working to improve everything about the place. Overall, I would say it is better than most places. Certainly better than the ones we toured ...
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The Kenwood by Senior Star in Cincinnati, OH

4.8
I'm currently a resident at The Kenwood by Senior Star. I came to look at this place and loved it, so I moved in! There is lots to do, everyone is so friendly at this facility. I'm happy to be here. I live in an independent apartment and I don't have the meal plan. I would recommend this ...
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Fairfax independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairfax independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairfax, 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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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
33.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairfax 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 Fairfax communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairfax, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairfax 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 Fairfax offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.8%
47%
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