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After touring several retirement communities in Columbus, Ohio, I chose First Community Village for several reasons: Its convenient location and beautiful setting in a lovely residential area; the...
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.
First Community Village has been serving seniors in Upper Arlington and greater Columbus for over 45 years. First Community Village will always be a place hat encourages independence, wellness and personal growth, respecting each person's right to live at their own pace, on their own terms.
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The staff is great. They have helped my sister get to and from her Dr. Appointments. The food is healthy and there are choices at all the meals. They ask for the residents input for meal suggestions. The one...
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.
A most distinguished senior living community Welcome to The Village, a distinctive and gracious senior living residence. We are nestled in the charming community of Westerville on the northeast outskirts of Columbus, Ohio. This historic village features a beautifully restored “uptown,” many...
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The activities fall a little short, as there is no budget, but they try hard. I love that we each have our own screened in porch plus a small garden. The residents are super friendly. The maintenance is a...
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.
At Hampton Woods we recognize the importance of choice and individualism for each resident, so we offer an array of apartment styles, amenities to choose from, and we offer the most spacious floor plans in the area for independent apartments. Our large great room with one bedroom and our...
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I had so many questions and concerns. They patiently addressed them all. They treated Mother with great care. A bonus is that Mom loved the meals, she is picky. I highly recommend this facility.
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 87-year-old dad loves living at Abbington Pickerington! We moved him in three months ago, and although he was reluctant to leave his home, within 48 hours at Abbington, he felt right at home. He went from...
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.
Abbington of Pickerington began operations in September of 2000. This single-story community consists of 48 residential units situated on 5 acres of scenic wooded grounds. Abbington of Pickerington boasts abundant common area amenities, beautiful interior courtyards as well as walking paths. ...
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Nice indoor courtyard meeting space with hair salon, mailboxes, water fountain, library, gym, lounge, craft room, billiards, TV room, and other gathering space. Outdoor patio tables and rocking chairs....
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
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.
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.
Our assisted living programs have become increasingly popular because they combine professional care with homelike surroundings, reasonable cost, attractive private or semiprivate apartments, and well balanced programs of events and activities. We provide both nurses and around-the-clock...
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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: 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: 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.
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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
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: 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: 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, 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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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.
Home to some of Ohio’s most beautiful parks, the city of Zanesville is the perfect place for The Oaks at Bethesda, an award-winning senior living facility bordering the grounds of the new Genesis Hospital. Residents who are interested in activities outside of our campus can explore everything the...
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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
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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I cannot say enough to say about living in this apartment community just for seniors. It’s clean and secure to live in. It’s very relaxed, pets are allowed for a small monthly rent fee for your pet.....
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: 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.
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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: 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
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.

Cost of independent living in Gore, OH

The average cost of senior living in Gore is $3,663 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Straitsville, OH with an average of $3,663 per month.

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

Gore, OH
$3,663/mo
$3,241/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,940/mo
Independent Living
$3,663/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,133/mo
Studio
$3,116/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,610/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,655/mo

Senior living costs in Gore 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: Gore, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGore, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,663/mo$3,241/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,914/mo$5,687/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,940/mo$6,894/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Gore, OH:$3,663/mo
Ohio:$3,241/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Gore, OH:$5,914/mo
Ohio:$5,687/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Gore, OH:$6,940/mo
Ohio:$6,894/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Gore, OH, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gore 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 average 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
Gore, OH$3,155/mo$3,102/mo+1.7%
Ohio$2,966/mo$3,007/mo-1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Gore, OH
2024 average cost:$3,155/mo
2023 average cost:$3,102/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,966/mo
2023 average cost:$3,007/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Gore

Recent reviews for independent living in Gore

The Wyngate Senior Living Community (Parkersburg)

5.0
All of the staff no matter their role, were completely genuine in their service and heart for their jobs. They took great care of our mother.

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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First Community Village, a CCRC in Columbus, OH

5.0
My Father in law seems to be happy with his move into First Community Village. Sue who helped us in the beginning was nice, informative and made him feel comfortable. I have talked to numerous friends and they have nothing but good things to say about this community. I would recommend it.

Gore independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gore independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gore, 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 Gore 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 Gore partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gore, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.5%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31.9%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.3%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gore 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 Gore communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gore, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.2%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.9%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gore 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 Gore offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gore, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
51%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.4%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.9%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.6%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.5%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.2%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.1%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
36.6%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.7%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.9%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

StoryPoint Pickerington, Middleton Senior Living and Sunrise of Gahanna are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gore, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 157 independent living facilities near Gore, Ohio. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Gore, Ohio are StoryPoint Pickerington, Middleton Senior Living and Cherry Blossom Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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