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Hilliard is part of the greater Columbus, Ohio, metro area and located on the outskirts of town in Norwich Township. Seniors have easy access over the bridge to downtown Columbus but reap the benefits of living in a smaller community. Culture buffs may wish to visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame or the Columbus Museum of Art or take an art class at the Cultural Arts Center. For those who enjoy the outdoors, Hilliard has several golf courses and parks with walking trails and picnic areas. Hilliard’s winters are cold and snowy, but the summers are warm, which may appeal to seniors sensitive to high temperatures. The cost of living here is on par with the national average, which many individuals on a budget may appreciate.
Just outside the capital city of Columbus, Hilliard offers seniors many options for assisted living services. Assisted living is ideal for independent seniors who require a little help with tasks of everyday life such as grooming or bathing. These facilities often offer a range of social programming designed to keep seniors engaged and active. According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, prices for assisted living services in Hilliard average $4,085 monthly, which is several hundred dollars below both the state and national averages.
This guide provides resources for seniors as they navigate assisted living care options.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Ohio. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Seniors in Hilliard pay an average of $4,085 for assisted living services.
In Hilliard, assisted living facilities charge an average of $4,085 per month. This is $600 lower than the state average and $400 lower than the national average for these care services.
Cities in northern Ohio have significantly higher care costs than Hilliard. Seniors in the Cleveland area can expect to pay $800 more than those closer to the capital city. Akron, Canton and Youngstown have similar costs while seniors in Springfield benefit from the lowest costs in the Ohio — $400 less than those in Hilliard. Cities in southern Ohio have higher costs than Hilliard, with Dayton seniors paying $175 more per month for assisted living facilities and Cincinnati residents paying almost $600 more monthly.
Note: Data for Hilliard was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Columbus, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Ohio.
| Contact | Description | |
| Fairfield County Veterans Service Commission | (740) 652-7920 | The Veteran Service office helps local veterans obtain their US Veterans benefits, including pensions and health care or applying for medical care from the VA. Other services include small group counseling services or individual therapy for grief, PTSD, and other needs. |
| Ohio Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 282-1206 | Long Term Care Ombudsman representatives investigate complaints made by or on behalf of residents in long term care communities such as assisted living communities or memory care homes. This is an advocacy agency that represents the interests of long term care residents at the state and local levels. |
| The Legal Aid Society of Columbus | (614) 224-8374 | Columbus lawyers offer free legal aid to those who qualify, including pursuing cases of elder neglect and abuse, drafting legal documents, or representing indigent clients in civil matters. |
| Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging | (614) 645-7250 | The AAA administers several programs to enhance the lives of Columbus area seniors, including sponsoring programs at area senior citizen centers, conducting educational seminars about financial planning, finding long term care, or health concerns, or protecting the ability of elders to age in place. Representatives of the AAA also help area seniors apply for benefits such as Social Security pensions and health care. |
| Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) | (614) 228-1776 | COTA operates a fixed-route bus line in the greater Columbus area. Seniors are eligible for reduced fares, and there is handicapped transport for those who require it. |
| City of Hilliard Senior Center | (614) 876-0747 | The Hilliard Senior Center has many different activities to help local seniors reduce isolation, meet new friends, and engage in favorite hobbies – or explore a new interest. The Reflections program allows members to share things about their lives, and the holiday celebrations are always popular. Lunches are served during the week, and different classes, hobby groups and fitness classes are regularly scheduled. |
| Special Needs Medical Loan Closet | (740) 967-7871 | The Church of the Ascension operates this community outreach service for seniors and those with a disability. Those in need may borrow durable medical equipment such as medical beds, walkers and manual wheelchairs, shower chairs, or TTY kits. The closet relies on donations, so the items can vary. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Hilliard area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
