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You get a private room and a private shower - it's like an apartment. It is a beautiful place - we are glad we chose Wooster Danbury for mom.
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.
Danbury Woods of Wooster is the newest assisted living and memory care unit in Wooster, OH. Located a half mile from Wooster Community Hospital, near the small towns of Creston, Sterling, Apple Creek, and Orrville. We are dedicated to providing the finest in senior housing and amenities. Each of...
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Lots of things to do people just need to take advantage n=morning and lunch services are great but dinner needs attention but the staff all try and overall its good.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Medina. This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our various senior living options include independent living and enhanced living. Throughout each service level, we strive to...
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9.5
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9.5
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This has become my new "home" and I couldn't be happier. Food is good. Friendly people, clean and lots to keep me busy with new friends. A great place to live.
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.
Located in a suburb between Akron and Cleveland, Ohio, Broadway Creek Senior Living, a Sinceri Senior Living community, provides family-centered programs and services to residents seeking assisted living and memory care . As a part of Sinceri Senior Living, the community is committed to enriching...
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22 Floor plans available
9.5
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Brookdale South is a great facility I have been happy with our experience. They were very patient with my dad allowing him to settle in. They are very responsive to my concerns. Thanks to a place for mom for...
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.
The Right Balance of Care and FreedomOur assisted living and memory care community in Media, Ohio may be located conveniently near shopping areas, local restaurants and medical offices, but those are hardly the reasons we stand out among the crowd. Between the warm and welcoming environment and...
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9.2
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The staff are very friendly. They know most, if not all, the residence by name. The staff are considerate of the residence. The facility is clean and has character. The building is not new by any means...
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.
The Right Combination of Care and FreedomIf you want to live in an award-winning assisted living community in Medina, Ohio where you can enjoy a vibrant and comfortable environment, wonderful company and personalized care plans designed to meet your specific needs, look no further. When you move...
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Talk to people, staff should acknowledge you and encourage questions and be helpful. Also talk to residents. I suggest visiting on more than one occasion, if you have the opportunity. I started looking at...
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.
Welcome home to Western Reserve Masonic Community where comfort, independence, and special moments matter. Stroll through our lush campus situated on over 220 acres, including a stocked fishing pond. Enjoy life in a one of a kind location in desirable Medina , Ohio. With first-class amenities,...
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11 Floor plan available
8.4
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33 reviews
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I am confident we chose the best place for Mom when we picked Brookdale. The cleanliness of the facility is excellent. Mom is not always 100% satisfied with how her room is cleaned, but she's always been a...
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.
The Best YearsWhen you decide to move in here, you’re not only joining one of the best assisted living communities in Barberton, Ohio—you’re embarking one a brand new adventure full of wonderful people and exciting activities that push you to grow and savor every moment of your retirement years....
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The staff were all very friendly and accommodating. The Admin knew every resident by name and in turn was greeting very openly by the residents. It was clear that they were respected. The move in process was...
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.
At Chapel Hill Senior Living Community, our beautiful country campus is surrounded by nature. When you look out the windows you’ll see hills, trees and a pretty pond, yet you’re still just a short drive from charming and historic downtown Canal Fulton, Ohio. Our Life Plan Community offers options...
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The staff are wonderful and caring people! They are great to work with and were very patient and supportive as we went through the intake process.
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.
Living at Liberty Residence gives ourresidents every opportunity to keepactive, stay involved and age gracefully.Home Cooked MealsOur chefs plan meals that are similar to recipesthat residents have prepared over the years. Fresh fruits and vegetables accompany every meal.Housekeeping and...
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Like everywhere else they are understaffed. I would recommend it. They have a bus that goes to stores a few times a week and if you sign up for it the bus will take you to drs appointments within 5 miles....
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.
Copley Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Conveniently situated in the quiet suburbs, we're only minutes away from a major shopping area and top-notch healthcare. We offer an ideal place to get away from it all in the pastoral beauty of the Mid-West with...
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My mom has been living in the memory unit at Coal Ridge for the past year. The staff is wonderful, the aides are caring and gentle and helpful. The facility is clean and nicely decorated. It feels like a...
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 The Inn at CoalRidge we are committed to delivering the best in senior assisted living. With a caring, professional, and friendly team, our goal is to ensure that each resident receives the utmost in personalized care and services. We treat your loved ones as our 'Mothers and Fathers,...
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My grandpa lived at 2 different Brookdales. His last stay was memory care in Wooster. The staff and community are great. They took the extra time everyday to make him comfortable, Thank you for giving my...
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.
Good Times with Good FriendsIf you are looking for a place that lets you embrace a new way of life, look no further. Located in a small neighborhood of Wooster, Ohio, our assisted living and memory care residents experience the best of everything senior living has to offer. From a warm and...
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I live in a different State so a lot of my communication is via email or phone. I feel the staff is conscientious and tries to provide best care. If my Sister or I Identify a problem the staff usually...
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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I think Liberty Residence is typical of most Assisted Living communities. The food was not the greatest. The staff tried to be helpful and friendly. They were under staffed. The room sizes were adequate. It...
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.
Liberty Residence II offers the best in assisted senior living. Our around the clock nursing staff assists residents with medication management, bathing and dressing needs, continence care and much more. Liberty Residence II offers all private studio and one bedroom apartments with kitchenette,...
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.
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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My parents moved in here a little over 2 months ago and they are so happy. They got a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment that has a large living space, kitchenette, and a walk out patio. They also have washers...
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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, 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: 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, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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, 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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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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Sterling, OH

The average cost of senior living in Sterling is $4,837 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marshallville, OH with an average of $3,767 per month.

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

Sterling, OH
$4,837/mo
$4,992/mo
$4,763/mo

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

Sterling, OH
$4,837/mo
$3,751/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,527/mo
Independent Living
$4,837/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,442/mo
Studio
$4,539/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,351/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,622/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,588/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sterling over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sterling

Recent reviews for independent living in Sterling

The Inn at University Village in Massillon, OH

5.0
The staff they have at this community are really nice and we could not be happier with them, however mom thinks they could use some more staff. The community is pretty active. Mom is the memory care unit and there are less activities available. She loves the food and the community is nice. ...
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Liberty Residence I in Wadsworth, OH

5.0
What we really like about this community is that my mom has found a place that she enjoys living at, being around people her age and keep busy with fun activities. We would also recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far. Everything was great at ...
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Wooster Danbury

4.8
It hasn't been long, however I am well pleased. Caring people, good food, new activities. Can leave and go with my sisters. Shopping, visiting, for a ride.

Sterling independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sterling independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sterling, 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 Sterling 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 Sterling partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sterling, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sterling 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 Sterling communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sterling, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
43.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sterling 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 Sterling offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sterling, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.3%
46.1%
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Westwood Place, Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls and Danbury Woods in Cuyahoga Falls are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sterling, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 33 independent living facilities near Sterling, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sterling, Ohio are Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls, Danbury Woods in Cuyahoga Falls and Danbury North Canton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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