Abbington of Arlington offers competitive pricing for its studio apartments at $3,600 per month, which is notably lower than the average costs seen in Franklin County and across Ohio, where the monthly rates are $3,788 and $3,727 respectively. This positions Abbington as an attractive option for individuals seeking quality senior living accommodations without compromising their budget. By providing a more affordable alternative while maintaining a high standard of service and amenities, Abbington of Arlington demonstrates its commitment to meeting the needs of its residents in a cost-effective manner.
Floor plans
Abbington of Arlington
Franklin County
Ohio
Studio
$3,600
$3,788
$3,727
Overall Review of Abbington of Arlington
differentiator38 reviews mention this
Staff care and communication stand out
Residents and families consistently describe staff who are caring, respectful, and responsive.
Across the reviews, people repeatedly mention kind, attentive staff who treat residents with respect and keep families in the loop. Several comments also highlight how staff help with paperwork, question-answering, and transitions into the building. Multiple families say communication is clear and that the team goes out of its way to meet individual needs. Even in negative reviews, the criticism is framed around care responsibility and follow-through rather than friendliness.
common9 reviews mention this
Clean, well-kept spaces are noted
Many reviewers describe the community as clean and well maintained.
Several residentsâ families say the facility is clean and smells good, and others describe it as open and bright. A few reviews also mention room comfort and routine upkeep like laundry and housekeeping. Some comments temper this by pointing to visible wear in parts of the building, and at least one review notes limited common areas. Overall, cleanliness shows up as a consistent point in everyday experience, even with some concerns about the property condition.
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Food quality and dining get praise
Dining is a frequent bright spot, especially for the food.
Many reviewers single out meals as excellent, including comments about trying the food during respite and praising specific items. Others mention that residents enjoy the dining room experience and choosing from a menu. In the middle of the positive feedback, there are also a few complaints about the dinner menu and food. Taken together, food quality appears to be a major part of the day-to-day experience, with occasional mismatches for certain preferences.
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Activities keep residents engaged
Residents are described as staying busy with scheduled activities and outings.
Reviews frequently describe variety in activities and staff encouraging residents to join in without forcing participation. Some families mention an activity director and regular favorites like bingo, while others describe residents becoming more engaged. There are also comments about personal interests being accommodated and residents being supported âbody, mind and spirit.â A few reviews express limitations, including weekend programming feeling boring and one person noting they did not participate in group activities even though they were available.
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24/7 support is described directly
Multiple reviewers describe around-the-clock aides and nursing support.
Several reviews mention 24-hour aide coverage and nursing presence, describing support as available throughout the day and night. One review also describes the setting as non-institutional with daily support rather than an âin hospitalâ feel. Another review provides a more mixed view of staffing timing, noting different coverage patterns on certain days and fallback to emergency services at other times. Overall, the idea of continuous support appears in the feedback, even though details of how it works can vary by reviewer.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Care concerns and follow-through critiques
A small number of reviews raise serious concerns about care follow-through.
Two reviews describe severe negative outcomes, including falls and a lack of communication with caregivers after injuries, alongside concerns about neglect. Another review says there is a low level of care, reinforcing that not every experience was positive. These critiques focus heavily on accountability and responsiveness during health events, rather than routine daily interactions. If youâre evaluating the community, these reviews are the ones that directly flag risk and communication gaps.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Weekend leadership and transportation are limited
Some reviewers say weekends can feel under-staffed or less supported.
One review says weekends get boring and that transportation is limited, even while weekday support is described as better. Another mentions that on weekends there is not much leadership around, and also describes an instance where help was not provided promptly. While both comments still include some positive notes about friendliness and responsiveness, they agree that weekend coverage and support can fall short. If weekend schedules matter for your family, these are worth discussing during a visit.
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Features
Housing
48 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (9 miles away)
Transportation & parking
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities on-site
Art classes
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Happy hour
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Protestant services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wine tasting
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Tensuke Market (0.2 miles)
Roosters (0.7 miles)
BIBIBOP Asian Grill (0.7 miles)
Arby's (2.5 miles)
Brassica (3.2 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (3.2 miles)
Bonefish Grill (3.6 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.3 miles)
Marc's Stores (0.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
Physicians
Jasonway Internal Medicine (0.9 miles)
Columbus Eyecare Associates (0.9 miles)
Ohio ENT Surgeons (1 miles)
Forefront Dermatology Columbus, OH (1 miles)
Central Ohio Primary Care (1.1 miles)
Riverside Outpatient Surgery Center (1.4 miles)
Mid Oh Cardiology & Vascular (1.7 miles)
Parks
Thompson Park (1.1 miles)
Antrim Park (2 miles)
Whetstone Park / Park of Roses (2 miles)
Carriage Place Park (2.2 miles)
Quarry Trails Metro Park (4.1 miles)
Places of Worship
St Andrew Church (1.1 miles)
Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church (2.7 miles)
Saint Brendan Catholic Church (2.8 miles)
Holy Name Church (3.9 miles)
St Christopher Church (4.6 miles)
Cafes
Crimson Cup (1.9 miles)
Starbucks (4.1 miles)
Starbucks (4.2 miles)
Starbucks (4.4 miles)
Kona Craft Kitchen (4.6 miles)
Tim Hortons (5 miles)
Transportation
The Ohio State University Airport at Don Scott Field (OSU) (1.9 miles)
Abbington of Arlington offers competitive pricing for its studio apartments at $3,600 per month, which is notably lower than the average costs seen in Franklin County and across Ohio, where the monthly rates are $3,788 and $3,727 respectively. This positions Abbington as an attractive option for individuals seeking quality senior living accommodations without compromising their budget. By providing a more affordable alternative while maintaining a high standard of service and amenities, Abbington of Arlington demonstrates its commitment to meeting the needs of its residents in a cost-effective manner.
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48 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Assisted Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (9 miles away)
Transportation & parking
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Catholic services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Happy hour
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Wine tasting
English
Clean, well-maintained facility with attentive staff and active rehab.
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