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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Dover, OH

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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: 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.
Family owned by the Reidy family since 1966, Avon Oaks has served Avon and the surrounding communities for over 45 years.Avon Oaks Caring Community is located on a 22-acre health care campus of beautifully landscaped courtyards and gardens, in a natural wooded setting. Avon Oaks provides skilled...
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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
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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.
Located in the upscale, welcoming community of North Olmsted, Ohio, Emerald Village Retirement Community is an assisted living community that provides a wide range of benefits. Located minutes from the mall, hundreds of restaurants, and the MetroParks, our community is the ideal place to call...
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.
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.
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New management is really doing a great JOB, from the first day they got here they was left a mess by previous management, however the new Ladies working really hard to get it back together, for instance they...
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.
Mid-rise living with a down-to-earth feel. Bridlewood offers a selection of spacious floor plans including studio, one-, and two-bedroom suites, some with beautiful park views. Step inside to experience exceptional amenities and exemplary service. Our suites include large kitchens with an option...
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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.
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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.
Presenting mid-rise living at its finest. Linden House West blends style and comfort to create the home you have been waiting for. Lovely studio, one- and two-bedroom suites feature several convenient floor plans to fit your lifestyle. Ample closet space and luxurious amenities are a few of the...
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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.
THE BEST VALUE IN ROCKY RIVER! The Presidential offers over sized suites, beautifully manicured grounds, a superior maintenance staff and caring management. You can walk to shopping and just around the corner are the Metropark systems. The Presidential allows you the convenience and relaxation of...
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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.
Welcome to Fairview Village, where sophisticated amenities, unmatched comfort, and convenient location combine to provide a worry-free lifestyle.At Fairview Village there’s a choice of nine spacious floor plans including studios and one, two, or three bedrooms. Each suite features a modern...
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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.
Assisted living at Village of the Falls is designedfor senior adults who wish to maintain their independent lifestyle but may need some additional assistance to do so. Village of the Falls offers a wide array of services and amenities. Our on-site resident care team provides care and assistance...
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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: 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.
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I do not know what else that they can improve on. They are just welcoming and they spend time with the elderly, and make sure they are comfortable. The neighbors introduce themselves. It is just a wonderful...
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.
Westerly Apartments is a senior housing community for active senior housing in Lakewood, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Lakewood is located on the coast of Lake Erie and is just a short drive away from Cleveland. Enjoy all of the comforts of suburban living, while still keeping all the excitement of the...
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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, 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.
The success of all assisted living communities begins and ends with the satisfaction of residents and their families. Our goal is to create a comfortable and supportive environment where you can live your life the way you choose. By promoting individuality, Berea Lake Towers’ residents maintain...

Cost of independent living in West Dover, OH

The average cost of senior living in West Dover is $3,023 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bay Village, OH with an average of $3,023 per month.

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

West Dover, OH
$3,023/mo
$3,241/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in West Dover, OH, vs. other senior living options

$7,061/mo
Independent Living
$3,023/mo

Independent living costs in West Dover, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,992/mo
Studio
$3,025/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,227/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,405/mo

Senior living costs in West Dover 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: West Dover, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Dover, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,023/mo$3,241/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,757/mo$5,687/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,061/mo$6,894/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
West Dover, OH:$3,023/mo
Ohio:$3,241/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
West Dover, OH:$5,757/mo
Ohio:$5,687/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
West Dover, OH:$7,061/mo
Ohio:$6,894/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in West Dover, OH, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in West Dover 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
West Dover, OH$2,976/mo$2,893/mo+2.9%
Ohio$2,966/mo$3,007/mo-1.4%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
West Dover, OH
2024 average cost:$2,976/mo
2023 average cost:$2,893/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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 West Dover

Recent reviews for independent living in West Dover

Westerly Apartments in Lakewood, OH

4.7
The Westerly has many resources and a community spirit. Maintenance items are addressed professionally and efficiently. I really like my walk in shower with grab bars!

Wesleyan Meadows in Sheffield Village, OH

4.5
Moving to Wesleyan Meadows was the biggest decision we have made in our 63 years of marriage. We lived our home in Elyria but we were finding that the necessary responsibilities were becoming difficult for us. So after a year of looking at retirement centers, small homes, and other options, we ...
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Lakeside Assisted Living at the Normandy in Rocky River, OH

4.7
My dad always speaks to the quality of the food and availability. My dad never did activities before and does them now. Enjoys himself and recreating with friends. I picked this facility because of the great incentive - fee off per month for 1st 5 months and the fact services are not tiered and ...
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West Dover independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Dover independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Dover, 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 West Dover 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 West Dover 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
34.5%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.3%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.9%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.7%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in West Dover 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 West Dover communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.5%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Dover 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 West Dover offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.1%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.3%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.9%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.8%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.2%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.6%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.9%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.9%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.3%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.8%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
53.9%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
36.9%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.8%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.5%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Westlake Village (Offering HealthPlus), Devon Oaks Assisted Living and Independence Village of Avon Lake are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Dover, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 46 independent living facilities near West Dover, Ohio. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in West Dover, Ohio are Broadway Creek Senior Living, Independence Village of Avon Lake and Danbury of Broadview Heights. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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