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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.
Surfside Towers is an Independent Living Community for seniors 55 and older. We comply with the Housing for Older Persons Act of 1995, which states that we must rent 80% to Seniors 55 and older, the other 20% of our residents may be under 55, but, no one shall occupy an apartment under the age...
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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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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.
Step Into The Lifestyle You Deserve!!!From the time you enter Westport Independent Living, you know you are somewhere special. The lovely lakeside cottage décor reminds one of carefree days spent on the lake with nothing to do but relax and enjoy life. You have worked hard. You deserve the...
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My wife has Alzheimer's she has been a resident at governor's pointe for 18 months. I have found governor's pointe to be a excellent place for my wife to be.if a problem arises they are addressed right...
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.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at Governor's Pointe. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate in...
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My mother has been a resident of Governor's Village for the past nine months. She loves both the administrative staff and support care personnel. As a family member, I feel very confident that I chose the...
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.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at Governor's Village. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate...
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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: 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, 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.
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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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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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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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The care was good for what my loved one needed. I would recommend The Fountains for others for their loved one. They had one set price each month, which we liked. There were times that the meat was too...
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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.
When you choose Kindred Assisted Living the Fountains as your assisted living community, you'll enjoy a beautiful setting located in the heart of Lyndhurst, Ohio. Our manicured lawns, pond, water fountain, and spacious walking areas all create a serene place for you to call home. More so, we're...
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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.
Gates Mills Villa ApartmentsMayfield Heights, OhioFloor Plan1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $700/Month2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $800/MonthAmenities and FeaturesBeauty SalonCommunity RoomComputer RoomElevatorFitness CenterLibraryMovie TheaterParkingPet FriendlyUtilities IncludedEqual Housing Opportunity.
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Cost of independent living in Willoughby, OH

The average cost of senior living in Willoughby is $3,320 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lakeline, OH with an average of $3,226 per month.

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

Willoughby, OH
$3,320/mo
$3,317/mo

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

Willoughby, OH
$3,320/mo
$3,751/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,761/mo
Independent Living
$3,320/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,060/mo
Studio
$5,043/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,138/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,383/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,027/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Willoughby over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Willoughby

Recent reviews for independent living in Willoughby

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!

Vitalia Active Adult Community at Solon

4.7
Very friendly staff. Very helpful and compassionate. They need more help in the kitchen. Sometimes there is only 1 chef at dinner.

The Woodlands by Heritage Retirement Communities in Shaker Heights, OH

4.9
The memory floor is outstanding and everyone that works there is great. We picked this community, because It was closer to where our brother lives. Better and easier for him, actually. [name removed] the executive director has been more than accommodating to us. He's been kind and ...
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Willoughby independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Willoughby independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Willoughby, 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 Willoughby 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 Willoughby 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
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36.1%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Willoughby 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 Willoughby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.6%
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.8%
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Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Willoughby 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 Willoughby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
36.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Danbury Mentor, The Residence of Chardon and Maplewood at Chardon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Willoughby, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 54 independent living facilities near Willoughby, Ohio. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Willoughby, Ohio are Danbury Mentor, Maplewood at Chardon and The Residence of Chardon. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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