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The Willows at Bowling Green

The Willows at Bowling Green is an assisted living and memory care community in Bowling Green, OH.

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  • Interior

    A modern studio apartment featuring a cozy bedroom and a compact kitchenette with minimalist decor.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a fireplace, patterned armchairs, and modern decor.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room featuring a fireplace, television, and comfortable armchair.
  • Building

    A spacious outdoor deck with white railings and several rocking chairs, attached to a residential building.
  • Bedroom

    A modern bedroom interior with stylish decor and furniture.
  • Windows

    A hospital room featuring a bed, bookshelf, and large window.
  • Dining

    A modern dining area featuring a dark wood table, matching chairs, and vibrant artwork on the wall.

525 South Dunbridge Road, Bowling Green, OH 43402

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.7 from 25 reviews
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Overall Review of The Willows at Bowling Green

common 17 reviews mention this

Staff care feels consistent

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as caring, attentive, and professional.

Many reviews emphasize that caregivers feel present and supportive, with staff members showing empathy and keeping needs in focus. Several residents and families mention daily follow-through, strong communication, and staff members going above and beyond during transitions. Reviews also describe staff as kind and responsive when family members visit or when residents need help day to day.

common 4 reviews mention this

Food is repeatedly praised

The food stands out in reviews as consistently enjoyable and restaurant-level.

Multiple reviews call out the dining experience as a clear strength, with praise for meal quality and variety. Residents and families describe the menu as appealing, with options served in a way that feels more like a restaurant than a basic facility routine. One review also specifically highlights food as a top highlight during a stay.

  • A modern dining area featuring a dark wood table, matching chairs, and vibrant artwork on the wall.
common 2 reviews mention this

Therapy and rehab support

Reviews describe PT and OT support that helps residents meet recovery goals.

A couple of reviews credit therapy staff with expertise and hands-on help during recovery. Residents describe therapists as professional and engaged, and one review notes surpassing recovery expectations with PT and OT support. The emphasis is on personalized goal-setting and time spent understanding what each resident needs.

common 6 reviews mention this

Facility cleanliness and upkeep

Reviews frequently mention the building as clean, well kept, and inviting.

Several families and visitors describe the community as very clean and well maintained. Reviews also characterize the overall environment as neat and cared for, including both inside and outside impressions. A separate resident/family account ties the positive experience to the condition and appearance of the facility during their stay.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Care and communication concerns

A small number of reviews raise serious concerns about care and follow-through.

Two negative reviews describe failures in the care experience, including issues that residents or families felt were handled poorly. One review reports a distressing outcome after dementia care and medication management concerns. Another review complains that messages were not returned, pointing to communication problems when help was needed.

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Nearby dining and errands

The location puts everyday options within a few miles.

Reviewers describe a practical, community-centered routine, and the neighborhood includes common stops nearby. The area has quick access to casual dining and everyday services, including pharmacy options that are within a couple to several miles. This can make it easier for families to handle errands while staying close to the community.

How we summarize

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Toledo Express (18 miles away) Toledo Express (18 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Bob Evans (0.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)
  • Campus Pollyeyes (1.9 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2 miles)
  • The Stones Throw : Tavern & Grill (2.1 miles)
  • Juniper Brewing Company (2.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • Everyday People Cafe (2.1 miles)
  • The Flying Joe (11 miles)
  • Starbucks (11.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (12.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (12.4 miles)
  • The Bard’s Coffee (13.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Christ's Church In Bowling Green (0.9 miles)
  • Bowling Green Covenant Church (3.8 miles)
  • Church Of The Nazarene (4.5 miles)
  • Holy Family Catholic Church (13 miles)
  • Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist (13.3 miles)
  • Community of Christ Lutheran Church Elca (13.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • Pemberville Drug Store (8.4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (11.5 miles)
  • The Drug Store of Perrysburg (11.8 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (12.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (12.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Thomas Sherri MD (2.9 miles)
  • Harbor Light Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (2.9 miles)
  • Bowling Green Medical Associates (3 miles)
  • Magsi Zafar MD (3 miles)
  • Surg. Specialists Of B (3 miles)
  • Deanne Kiba DO (3 miles)
  • Wood County Medical Building (3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Wood County Hospital Lab Service (2.9 miles)
  • St Luke's Hospital (13.6 miles)

Parks

  • The Grove (3.3 miles)
  • Lusher Park (8.2 miles)
  • Woodlands Park (13.4 miles)
  • Providence Metropark (13.9 miles)

Transportation

  • U-haul Mco 765 (8.9 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (13.7 miles)

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  • activities of daily livingComprehensive Insights into Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Their Assessment

    Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are fundamental tasks vital for an individual's independence, particularly in older adults over 85, and include functions like bathing and dressing; assessing ADLs alongside Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) helps determine the level of required assistance due to age-related health challenges. Tailored support plans, involving family and community resources, are essential for maintaining dignity and autonomy in assisted living environments.

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