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Brookdale Marion

Brookdale Marion is an assisted living and memory care community in Marion, OH.

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308 Barks Road East, Marion, OH 43302

To contact a resident: (740) 389-3929

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

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Brookdale Marion Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Marion offers competitive pricing for its residents when compared to the local and state averages. For instance, a studio apartment at Brookdale Marion is priced at $2,945, significantly lower than the Union County average of $4,067 and Ohio's average of $3,727. Similarly, the cost for a two-bedroom unit is $3,080, which not only undercuts Union County's rate of $3,442 but also remains slightly below the state average of $3,501. Even for one-bedroom accommodations, at $3,195 per month, Brookdale Marion offers a more affordable alternative compared to Union County's substantial charge of $4,042 and Ohio's statewide figure of $3,712. Overall, Brookdale Marion stands out as an economical choice in both Union County and across Ohio while still providing quality living options for its residents.

Floor plansBrookdale MarionUnion CountyOhio
Studio$2,945$4,067$3,727
2 Bedrooms$3,080$3,442$3,501
1 Bedroom$3,195$4,042$3,712

Overall Review of Brookdale Marion

common 9 reviews mention this

Care-focused staff support stands out

Residents and families describe staff as attentive and steady in day-to-day support.

Multiple reviews highlight staff members who keep residents supported and the community running well, including nurses, directors, and maintenance team members residents or families spoke with. Several families also mention clear communication and updates, along with staff being helpful when they had questions or needed help with day-to-day needs. Even while some reviewers had complaints, the positive experiences frequently center on staff responsiveness and caring behavior.

common 5 reviews mention this

Dining quality gets mixed feedback

Dining earns strong praise, with some residents reporting occasional misses.

Several reviews say the meals are very good and that residents enjoy the food, including mention of nice meals and good, delicious dining. At the same time, at least one review describes dining as hit or miss, with concerns about vegetables and certain sides not being served well consistently. The community also offers meals and room service, plus special dining programs, which aligns with residents having both positive experiences and room for improvement.

common 7 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents describe a steady schedule of activities and outings.

Reviewers frequently mention outings, games, and recreational activities, as well as programs happening most days. Families also describe variety during the day, with multiple references to engaging activities such as exercise and themed events. One review notes that evening activity can be limited, so daytime programming appears stronger than late-day offerings.

common 3 reviews mention this

Pricing feels competitive for many

Several families say the cost is a good value for the level of care and services.

A few reviews describe pricing as competitive and cite value for what residents receive, including one comment that the cost and care felt best compared with other options. Another reviewer mentions value being better than some communities they looked at. While value comes up positively more often than not, there are also concerns in other reviews that focus on safety and communication rather than price.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Safety and call response raise concerns

A couple of reviews raise serious concerns about safety and emergency call response.

Two reviews describe worrying safety experiences, including claims about emergency calls not being answered promptly and a resident being left after falls. Another negative review also alleges threatening leadership behavior. These concerns stand out because they address immediate safety and communication, not just day-to-day preferences.

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Features

Housing

  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financial aid Financial aid
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Security gate Security gate
  • Spa Spa
  • TV room TV room
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • 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
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Stories Stories
  • Trivia games Trivia games
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Marion, Ohio offers a variety of amenities that may be appealing to seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient place to live. In close proximity, there are several physicians and pharmacies, providing easy access to medical care and prescriptions. Additionally, there are numerous restaurants offering a range of dining options, from Italian cuisine to quick bites like Wendy's. Places of worship are also nearby for those seeking spiritual fulfillment. Transportation options such as car rentals and taxi services are available for getting around the area easily. Parks offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and leisurely strolls in nature. Lastly, cafes like Main Squeeze and Starbucks provide cozy spots for socializing or enjoying a cup of coffee. Overall, this neighborhood in Marion is well-equipped to meet the needs of seniors looking for a vibrant and diverse community to call home.

Physicians

  • Family Vision Care (0.1 miles)
  • Omsc (0.2 miles)
  • Marion Eye Center (0.3 miles)
  • Ashok Dhiren Gandhi, MD (0.5 miles)
  • OhioHealth Physician Group Primary Care Marion (0.5 miles)
  • Antonio E Collazo (0.5 miles)
  • Marion Area Health Center (0.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Kroger Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.5 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Sansotta's Fresh Italian (0.3 miles)
  • Pesto Quick Italian (0.3 miles)
  • Wendy's (0.3 miles)
  • Something Good Family Restaurant (1.2 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.4 miles)
  • Perkins Restaurant and Bakery (1.4 miles)
  • Omalleys Diner (1.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Voice-Hope Pregnancy Center (0.5 miles)
  • MVA Children's Ministry (1.1 miles)
  • Olde Corner Church (1.5 miles)
  • Marion Kensington Place (1.6 miles)
  • Shining Light Baptist Church - Marion, Ohio (1.6 miles)
  • Gethsemane Lutheran Church (1.6 miles)
  • Emanuel Lutheran Church (1.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Marske Aircraft (0.8 miles)
  • Alamo (1.9 miles)
  • Frank's Cab Company (2.2 miles)
  • R & S Professional Services (2.5 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (2.6 miles)

Parks

  • McKinnley Park (1 miles)
  • Sawyer-Ludwig Park (1.7 miles)
  • Garfield Park (2.3 miles)
  • Lincoln Park (3 miles)

Cafes

  • Main Squeeze (1.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)

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