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10 Best Independent Living Communities in The Plains, OH
If you’re looking for independent living in the The Plains area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in The Plains. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 54 independent living facilities in The Plains, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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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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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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
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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.
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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Cost of independent living in The Plains, OH
The average cost of senior living in The Plains is $3,391 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buchtel, OH with an average of $2,667 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in The Plains, OH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in The Plains, OH vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in The Plains vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in The Plains, OH by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in The Plains over time
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What families are saying about independent living in The Plains
Recent reviews for independent living in The Plains
Cedar Grove in Parkersburg, WV
4.6
My 92 year old sister-in-law stayed at the Cedar Grove facility in Parkersburg, WV for 2 weeks after she broke her leg after a fall. She was very pleased with the food and care. The admission process was stress-free and the staff was patient and attentive.
Amber Park Senior Living in Pickerington, OH
4.8
From our first visit to the facility, I have been impressed. The staff is extremely kind and accommodating. The building is very clean and well kept. "Change" for my mom can be challenging, but the staff has handled it all with Grace. We are very pleased to have mom mom reside at Amber Park
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 Plains independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in The Plains independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in The Plains, 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 The Plains 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 The Plains 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
24.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in The Plains 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 The Plains communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in The Plains 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 The Plains offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
31.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
20.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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StoryPoint Pickerington, Carroll Place and Elison of Marietta are the top-rated independent living facilities near The Plains, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 54 independent living facilities near The Plains, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in The Plains, Ohio is StoryPoint Pickerington. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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