10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shelby County, OH

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zipAveragecost: $3,187

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Cost of independent living in Shelby County, OH

The average cost of senior living in Shelby County is $3,187 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lockington, OH with an average of $2,679 per month.

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

Shelby County, OH

$3,187/mo

Wapakoneta, OH

$2,919/mo

Troy, MI

$3,598/mo

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

Shelby County, OH

$3,187/mo

Ohio state

$3,182/mo

U.S. national average

$3,510/mo

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

Assisted Living

$5,711/mo

Memory Care

$7,020/mo

Independent Living

$3,187/mo

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

Semi-Private

$2,752/mo

Studio

$2,780/mo

1 Bedroom

$2,771/mo

Senior living costs in Shelby 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: Shelby County, OH

Column state: Ohio

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Shelby County, OH	Ohio	U.S.
Independent Living	$3,187/mo	$3,182/mo	$3,510/mo
Assisted Living	$5,711/mo	$5,632/mo	$5,805/mo
Memory Care	$7,020/mo	$6,900/mo	$6,971/mo

Independent Living

Shelby County, OH:$3,187/mo

Ohio:$3,182/mo

U.S.:$3,510/mo

Assisted Living

Shelby County, OH:$5,711/mo

Ohio:$5,632/mo

U.S.:$5,805/mo

Memory Care

Shelby County, OH:$7,020/mo

Ohio:$6,900/mo

U.S.:$6,971/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Shelby County

Recent reviews for independent living in Shelby County

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. ...

Brookdale Richmond

5.0

My mom was previously a resident at Brookdale Richmond. The staff loved Mom and said they wanted to take her back when she left. The manager worked to get us the best deal on price. I didn't feel any anxiety when I couldn't be with her.

Miller Farm Place in Dayton, OH

3.9

The care received is great, I the nurses and staff are wonderful. That is why I decided to take my Dad there. The facility needs to be updated for what the cost is. My experience has definitely been overwhelming, this was a very hard decision for me. I would recommend them.

Shelby County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby 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 Shelby 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 Shelby County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Shelby County, OHNational

Nutritionist / dietician

34.2%

20.3%

Low / no sodium

32.3%

34%

No sugar

28.6%

31.4%

Vegetarian

30.4%

33.4%

Pureed meals

16.8%

7.8%

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Availability of select dining options in Shelby 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 Shelby County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Shelby County, OHNational

Professional chef

23%

36.4%

Restaurant style dining

37.9%

43.4%

Room service

32.9%

36.8%

Anytime dining

15.5%

17.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby 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 Shelby County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Shelby County, OHNational

Activity director

41.6%

45.3%

Pet-focused programs

29.8%

28.3%

Community service programs

24.2%

32.7%

Devotional activities on-site

38.5%

49.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

46%

49.8%

Outings / off-site activities

49.7%

54.9%

Piano or organ

37.3%

43%

Arts and crafts center

28.6%

37.6%

Educational speakers / life long learning

32.3%

41.6%

Clubs / games / karaoke

43.5%

47.4%

Live performances

42.9%

47.2%

Dances

22.4%

32.4%

Fitness center

28.6%

39.7%

Fitness classes

40.4%

46.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Landings of Sidney, Ohio Living Dorothy Love and Trustwell Living at Oakley Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shelby County, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 191 independent living facilities near Shelby County, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Shelby County, Ohio are Trustwell Living at Miller Place, Kessler Estates Senior Living and Trustwell Living at Blanchard Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shelby County, OH

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Cost of independent living in Shelby County, OH

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

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

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

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

Senior living costs in Shelby County vs. state and national costs

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What families are saying about independent living in Shelby County

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Shelby County independent living services and amenities

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby County independent living

Availability of select dining options in Shelby County independent living

Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby County independent living

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