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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lancaster, OH
Assisted living costs in Lancaster average about $4,231 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Lancaster. Our detailed directory has 184 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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The one thing that really made a difference at The Ridge at Lancaster is that they hire their own medical staff. They don't use an agency. With my mother's dementia, that made a huge difference because she...
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.
Brookdale Lancaster is a senior living community offering assisted living services in the vibrant town of Lancaster, Ohio. A wonderful place to call home, Lancaster offers excellent educational opportunities as well as numerous art and music festivals. From our excellent furnishings to our...
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I would definitely recommend Reflections Retirement Community to others. The staff is amazing. They are attentive and friendly. The move in process was easy. They answer any questions that you have about...
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.
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A Place for Mom found Bickford of Lancaster and recommended it to us and we visited and they were very helpful. All staff are very kind and professional. Everyone was polite . Very expensive
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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The staff was amazing. They worked with us through some difficult issues and were professional and understanding. They were very nice.
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.
Carroll Place assisted living is located in the small community of Carroll, Ohio. We are one mile north of Fairfield County airport and four miles southeast of Greenfield Lake. We provide individualized care in an elegant but home like environment. Our beautifully landscaped property is ideal...
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I think they do an excellent job at Scott's Place! It's a small community with a cozy, home-like setting, located in a beautiful wooded area. The staff is very friendly, and they're very attentive and caring...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Scott's Place rests on a wooded lot with mature trees and other like homes. Very different from large, institutionalized, retirement facilities, due to size and ratios, we are able to provide personal care within a home and with staff available 24/7. Our Staff has a combined 75 years in...
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They give my loved one good care, but I feel like they're short-staffed. Because of that, it can take a long time for someone to buzz you in and out of the building. Overall the staff are good, other than...
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.
Carriage Court is a community of close friends. In fact, we feel so close to the residents that we consider them to be our second family. After all, a home should be a place where people care about their neighbors and enjoy each other's company. That's why our caregivers do...
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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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Lancaster provide luxurious townhomes, independent living apartments and assisted living senior care. Our retirement community features the largest senior apartments in Lancaster.Primrose Townhomes: The Primrose Townhome Lifestyle in Lancaster is the...
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Cost of assisted living in Lancaster, OH
The average cost of senior living in Lancaster is $4,231 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Junction City, OH with an average of $3,483 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lancaster, OH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lancaster, OH vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Lancaster, OH by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Lancaster over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lancaster, OH
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What families are saying about assisted living in Lancaster
Recent reviews for assisted living in Lancaster
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 Woodlands of Columbus
5.0
Overall the facility is clean and the staff members that work with the residents are very attentive to their needs.... I would recommend The Woodlands of Columbus to others looking for care for loved ones.
Wexner Heritage Village Creekside and Cottages in Columbus, OH
4.8
My loved one is currently a resident at Wexner Heritage Village Creekside and Cottages and everything has been very good for her at this facility so far. Most of the staff are great. There are a few not so great ones, but they are still probably better than most. Communication with the family ...
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Lancaster assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lancaster assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lancaster, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Lancaster assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Lancaster that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
57.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
85.7%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.7%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Lancaster assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Lancaster Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lancaster, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lancaster assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lancaster partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lancaster, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Lancaster assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lancaster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lancaster assisted 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 assisted living communities in Lancaster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lancaster, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lancaster
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Ohio assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lancaster protect seniors.
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Middleton Senior Living, Carroll Place and The Inn at Winchester Trail are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lancaster, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 7 assisted living facilities near Lancaster, Ohio. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Lancaster, Ohio is Middleton Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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