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Willow Brook Christian Home in Columbus, OH

Willow Brook Christian Home is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbus, OH.

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55 Lazelle Road, Columbus, OH 43235

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

4.2 from 31 reviews
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Willow Brook Christian Home Costs & Pricing

Willow Brook Christian Home offers competitive pricing for its residential options compared to both Franklin County and the broader Ohio state averages. The monthly cost for a studio at Willow Brook is $3,400, which is notably lower than the county's average of $3,788 and the state average of $3,727. In contrast, the 1-bedroom unit is priced at $5,300, exceeding both local and state averages of $3,645 and $3,712 respectively. However, the private room option at Willow Brook comes in at $5,550 - a slight premium over Franklin County's average of $5,499 but considerably higher than Ohio's average of $4,771. Overall, while some options may appear elevated in comparison to regional averages, Willow Brook Christian Home still provides a range of choices that are reflective of its commitment to quality care and community support.

Floor plansWillow Brook Christian HomeFranklin CountyOhio
Studio$3,400$3,788$3,727
1 Bedroom$5,300$3,645$3,712
Private$5,550$5,499$4,771

Overall Review of Willow Brook Christian Home

common 19 reviews mention this

Compassionate, attentive staff stands out

Residents consistently describe a team that is caring, compassionate, and responsive.

Across reviews, families and residents repeatedly describe staff who are kind to residents and respectful to visitors. Several people highlight daily reassurance and hands-on support, including attentive nurses and aides. Many also mention good communication and continuity, including staff knowing residents well and helping families navigate medical situations.

common 8 reviews mention this

Clean, comfortable home-like feel

Many reviewers point to a clean, comfortable environment.

Multiple reviews mention the facility feeling clean, with residents describing rooms and common spaces as well kept. Several people also comment on comfort and a home-like feel, not an institutional atmosphere. A reviewer even notes no odor compared with other nursing/assisted settings they’ve seen.

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Food receives frequent positive comments

Food is a frequent bright spot in resident and family feedback.

Several reviews say meals are good or great, and a few describe enjoying dinner with the community. Families also mention satisfaction with what residents eat, including comments alongside other care experiences like rehab recovery. One reviewer specifically says residents love the food they observed during the tour process.

  • A cozy kitchen and dining area with a refrigerator, stove, and table set near a window.
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On-site rehab and skilled nursing

Residents and families describe rehab support and skilled nursing available on-site.

Reviews include people who came for skilled rehabilitation after surgery and recovery support during their stay. One tour review also specifically calls out an attached skilled nursing facility on-site if skilled care or rehab is needed. Others describe progressing through levels of care, such as moving from rehab/nursing to assisted living once needs changed.

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Activities: generally planned, one miss noted

Activities are part of daily life, though one reviewer reported a no-show.

At least one review mentions entertainment and trips as part of the community’s activities. Another reviewer recounts arriving for a scheduled meeting with the activities director and being turned away when no one appeared. Taken together, reviews suggest activities are available, but experiences can vary depending on the specific event.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Some care and safety concerns raised

A few reviews describe serious concerns with care and safety.

A small number of reviews raise major issues, including mentions of bed sores, a resident being refused due to perceived impact, and concerns about dietary needs not being followed. Another reviewer describes a COVID illness during rehab with a severe outcome. One account also questions how a medical issue was handled after oxygen instructions, citing a lack of ownership when asked.

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Features

Housing

  • 34 resident community capacity 34 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

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

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Hiking trails Hiking trails
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Private Private
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (12 miles away) John Glenn Columbus International Airport (12 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Psychiatric care Psychiatric care
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Columbus, Ohio, offers a variety of amenities and services that could be appealing to seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient living environment. With several parks nearby, such as Flint Park and Highbanks Metro Park, residents can enjoy nature and outdoor activities. Additionally, there are numerous healthcare options in close proximity, including Midwest Allergy Asthma and Immunology and Worthington Family Physicians. Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens are also easily accessible for medication needs. A range of dining options are available, from fast food establishments like Chick-Fil-A to sit-down restaurants like Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. For those who enjoy coffee or light bites, cafes such as Starbucks and Panera Bread are within a short drive. Hospitals like Mount Carmel St Ann's OBGYN Clinic provide medical care when needed, while places of worship like All Shepherds Lutheran Church offer spiritual support. Overall, this neighborhood offers a blend of convenience, healthcare options, recreational opportunities, dining choices, and community resources that could make it an attractive choice for senior living.

Parks

  • Flint Park (0.6 miles)
  • Highbanks Metro Park (1.2 miles)
  • Metzger Park (2.9 miles)
  • Sharon Woods Metro Park (3.6 miles)
  • Antrim Park (4.1 miles)
  • North Road Park (4.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Midwest Allergy Asthma and Immunology (0.7 miles)
  • Conci (1.3 miles)
  • The Millhon Clinic (1.4 miles)
  • OhioHealth Urgent Care (2.4 miles)
  • Worthington Family Physicians (3.2 miles)
  • Kristen Kenney MD (3.2 miles)
  • Premier Women's Health (3.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Discount Drug Mart (1.5 miles)
  • SBH Medical Compounding Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (1.4 miles)
  • Firebirds Wood Fired Grill (1.4 miles)
  • Waffle House (1.4 miles)
  • Olive Garden (1.6 miles)
  • Roosters (1.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.6 miles)
  • Shake Shack (1.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mount Carmel St Ann's OBGYN Clinic (3.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • All Shepherds Lutheran Church (4.4 miles)
  • Westerville Christian Church (5.4 miles)

Transportation

  • The Ohio State University Airport at Don Scott Field (OSU) (5.3 miles)

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