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The Bristol in Columbus, OH

The Bristol is an assisted living community in Columbus, OH.

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The Bristol in Columbus, OH

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  • Interior

    Contemporary living room with elegant chandeliers and a cozy fireplace.

  • Decor

    A spacious dining area with elegant chandeliers, wooden tables, and chairs arranged on a patterned carpet, complemented by large windows for natural light.

  • Building

    A modern white building with a columned entrance under a clear blue sky.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with neutral tones, featuring a bed, nightstands, and a large window allowing natural light.

  • Windows

    Cozy dining area with tables and chairs, featuring large windows for natural light.

  • Dining

    An elegant dining area with columns, chandelier, and carpeted flooring.

  • Landscaping

    A cozy fire pit surrounded by snow-covered chairs on a chilly winter day.

  • Floor Plan

    Architectural floor plan showcasing the layout of an apartment including living spaces and bedrooms.

  • Television

    A spacious exercise room with various gym equipment and chairs arranged around a central area.

  • Chandelier

    A luxurious salon interior featuring hair stations and a sparkling chandelier.

7780 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43235

To contact a resident: (614) 886-2818

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

4.4 from 49 reviews
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The Bristol Costs & Pricing

The Bristol offers a range of premium living options that reflect the higher costs associated with upscale amenities and services. For a one-bedroom apartment, residents can expect to invest $4,895 per month, which is significantly above the county average of $3,645 and the state average of $3,712. Studio apartments at The Bristol are priced at $5,585, again surpassing both Franklin County's and Ohio's averages of $3,788 and $3,727 respectively. Even for two-bedroom units, The Bristol's rate of $6,275 stands in stark contrast to the county's average of $3,237 and Ohio's average of $3,501. These figures underscore The Bristol's positioning as a premium option in the market, catering to those seeking an elevated lifestyle amidst competitive pricing in the region.

Floor plansThe BristolFranklin CountyOhio
1 Bedroom$4,895$3,645$3,712
Studio$5,585$3,788$3,727
2 Bedrooms$6,275$3,237$3,501

Overall Review of The Bristol

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Nursing support is a mixed focus

Nursing and medical coordination can be inconsistent at times, especially around more advanced needs.

Several residents and family members describe strong nursing care, including help after surgery and respect from nurses and staff. Others describe breakdowns when needs increased, including delays with medical orders and concerns about hospice communication and coordination. Residents also describe safety and peace of mind, but at least one family member reported missing call support and meal misses alongside slow test turnaround.

common 29 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness stands out

Staff members are consistently described as kind, approachable, and responsive to resident and family needs.

Across reviews, residents and family members emphasize that the leadership team and caregivers are hands-on and easy to communicate with. Multiple comments describe nurses and aides as respectful, and others note the administrative and front-desk support as well. Even among negative reviews, some people still singled out certain staff as pleasant and doing a good job, while concerns centered more on management and overall care execution.

caveat 16 reviews mention this

Dining quality splits opinions

Dining quality is a recurring point of disagreement, with both praise for meals and complaints about taste and consistency.

Some residents and families say meals are well made, tasty, and prepared by a chef, and others describe enjoying the food and restaurant-style dining experience. At the same time, multiple reviews call out disappointments like low-quality meals, portions that feel too small, undercooked food, or difficulty meeting residents’ appetite needs. A few reviews also connect their overall experience to those ups and downs in dining.

  • An elegant dining area with columns, chandelier, and carpeted flooring.
  • Cozy dining area with tables and chairs, featuring large windows for natural light.
  • A spacious dining area with elegant chandeliers, wooden tables, and chairs arranged on a patterned carpet, complemented by large windows for natural light.
common 10 reviews mention this

Activities help residents stay engaged

Daily social time and scheduled activities help residents feel connected.

Reviews frequently point to events, outings, and resident engagement as a benefit, including opportunities for residents to meet friends and spend time with others. Several people mention specific programming such as art and craft activities, educational speakers, and community-hosted events. Others describe regular group presence and enjoyment of outings, with some families highlighting the activities as a reason their loved one is doing better.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Pricing is described as higher

Some reviewers feel the overall cost is higher than expected compared with alternatives.

At least a couple of reviews mention increasing costs or pricing that runs higher than other communities they considered. One reviewer also described choosing the Bristol as fitting a budget plan, which helps explain why pricing feedback doesn’t show up as universally negative.

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Features

Housing

  • 21 resident community capacity 21 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (11 miles away) John Glenn Columbus International Airport (11 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Columbus, Ohio offers a variety of amenities and services that may cater to your needs as a senior resident. With several physicians and healthcare facilities nearby, you can easily access medical care. Additionally, there are numerous parks for leisurely walks and outdoor activities, as well as pharmacies for convenient medication pick-ups. In terms of dining options, there are well-known chains such as Chick-Fil-A and Olive Garden within close proximity. If you enjoy coffee or tea, the cafes like Starbucks and Tim Hortons are not far either. Transportation is easily accessible with the Ohio State University Airport nearby. Finally, for spiritual fulfillment, All Shepherds Lutheran Church is just a short drive away. This area provides a mix of convenience and comfort for senior living in Columbus.

Physicians

  • The Millhon Clinic (0.1 miles)
  • Midwest Allergy Asthma and Immunology (0.9 miles)
  • Worthington Family Physicians (2.6 miles)
  • Conci (2.8 miles)
  • OhioHealth Urgent Care (3.5 miles)
  • Vitality Natural Wellness and Medspa (3.7 miles)
  • Orthopedic One (3.9 miles)

Parks

  • Flint Park (1.4 miles)
  • Highbanks Metro Park (2.2 miles)
  • Antrim Park (2.9 miles)
  • Metzger Park (3.9 miles)
  • Sharon Woods Metro Park (4.2 miles)
  • Carriage Place Park (4.7 miles)
  • Coffman Park (5.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • SBH Medical Compounding Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)
  • Discount Drug Mart (2.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (2.8 miles)
  • Firebirds Wood Fired Grill (2.8 miles)
  • Waffle House (2.8 miles)
  • Olive Garden (2.9 miles)
  • Taco Bell (3 miles)
  • McDonald's (3 miles)
  • McDonald's (3 miles)

Cafes

  • Tim Hortons (3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.1 miles)
  • Kona Craft Kitchen (4.2 miles)
  • Crimson Cup (4.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)

Transportation

  • The Ohio State University Airport at Don Scott Field (OSU) (3.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mount Carmel St Ann's OBGYN Clinic (4.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • All Shepherds Lutheran Church (5.4 miles)

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