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Overall, Wellington has been good for mom. She has had some challenges fitting in with the residents but the staff has been good to her. She is very happy with her spacious 2 bedroom apartment and 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.
Take flight for the good life at The Wellington at Dayton, where desired amenities and convenient services make everyday living comfortable and exciting for seniors. Thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans and myriad recreational and social opportunities provide our residents with...
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I can't say enough about Storypoint in Fairfield. They are amazing! They are responsive to any requests. The entire staff are amazing and the residents are wonderful as well. My mom absolutely loves...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Fairfield! Our residents are our pride and joy, so we love to provide them with the most joyful retirement experience. Offering independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care options allow us to provide a catered experience for each resident’s specific...
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When I was looking for a new place for my mother, I visited and spoke with several facilities. My mother hadn't left her room in 1 1/2 YEARS and I felt she deserved more! [name removed] and [name removed]...
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 Spring Hills Middletown, we are committed to making healthy living the foundation of every aspect of life. From dining that truly satisfies, to fitness that invigorates and motivates, down to the smaller details, such as our use of safe, non-toxic cleaning products in each assisted living...
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Food, activities and friendliness is great. The pricing HAS inched up a couple of times and now they are introducing direct pay or pay $25 extra to pay by check. Not happy about this. I'm not sure how...
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.
The Winfield at Middletown is an intimate Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in Middletown, Ohio. Nestled in a neighborhood surrounded by beautiful homes and churches, we are only five minutes away from downtown where you’ll find plenty of shopping, the Middletown Senior Center,...
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The staff has been very helpful in providing our mother with the care and the patience she needs transitioning into assisted living. As her dementia has progressed, staff have been reassuring in guiding us...
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.
If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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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.
Strongly rooted in Middletown, OH, we have been making a difference in the lives of seniors within our community for more than thirty years. Independent Living at the Terrace offers personalized studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments with tailored services and amenities that allow our...
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When I moved my sister to Woodland Country Manor she was examined and checked in by a nurse right away. She felt safe and happy right away. People check on her often and come to get her for meals and...
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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I think it's a great price for the 1 bedroom apartment she has. I do think the weekly cleaning could improve. The laundry service is excellent !! $5 load, clothes is returned folded and placed on her bed....
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: 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
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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.
A beautiful community in a natural, park-like setting, Eaton Senior Villas has more than you would expect for the price. Exclusively built for adults 55 and over in mind, exciting features are around every corner. Stair-free living and walking paths await the company of you and your furry friend....
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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: 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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It's been real good. She's happy there. The food is good. The laundry missing is the only problem. It was nicer than the rest of the ones we saw, and it was small we liked the size of it.
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.
When it is time to find a senior center for someone you love, it is hard to know which place will give them the loving atmosphere they need; while giving you the peace of mind you need to know that you made the right decision. Close to Home is a Wisconsin based Senior Living Center that offers...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Gratis, OH

The average cost of senior living in Gratis is $4,035 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Verona, OH with an average of $3,486 per month.

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

Gratis, OH
$4,104/mo

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

Gratis, OH
$4,104/mo
$3,751/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,943/mo
Independent Living
$4,104/mo

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

Studio
$3,694/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,481/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,185/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Gratis

Recent reviews for independent living in Gratis

Bickford of Middletown

4.9
Everyone here are so kind, patient, and caring. I feel at ease knowing she is here. Only complaint is with their billing department, so far our first 3 bills have been wrong, they correct it but for those that aren’t observant might be overcharged. The billing department is not on site.

StoryPoint Fairfield in Fairfield Township, OH

4.5
The staff at StoryPoint Fairfield are really friendly and the events that they hold are very fun. We love the family events and special attention to detail that is provided. Housekeeping has been our biggest struggle. We haven't been entirely happy with that aspect, but my mom has A LOT of stuff ...
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Chesterwood Senior Living in West Chester, OH

5.0
I would recommend Chesterwood Senior Living to others, as far as the independent living goes. My mom seems to like it. The people are all very friendly. She says that the food is okay, some days are better than others. The housekeeping is good. She has no complaints.

Gratis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gratis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gratis, 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 Gratis 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 Gratis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gratis, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
30.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Gratis 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 Gratis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gratis, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gratis 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 Gratis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gratis, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46.1%
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There are 15 independent living facilities near Gratis, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Gratis, Ohio are Brookdale Beavercreek (Offering HealthPlus), StoryPoint Fairfield and The Wellington at Dayton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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