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The Enclave at Sanctuary at the Lakes in Westerville, OH

The Enclave at Sanctuary at the Lakes is a senior community in Westerville, OH.

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Sanctuary Drive, Westerville, OH 43082

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4.1 from 116 reviews
5 stars
78
4 stars
10
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
18

Overall Review of The Enclave at Sanctuary at the Lakes

common 16 reviews mention this

Maxie and Cassie get praised

Several residents specifically praise maintenance and office team members for being helpful and responsive.

A consistent bright spot in the reviews is the way certain team members handle day-to-day requests. Multiple residents call out maintenance support and describe it as quick, thorough, and professional. Several reviews also mention Cassie or other office staff as friendly, communicative, and welcoming. Even in reviews that are otherwise negative, some residents still name a specific staff member as a positive experience.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Repairs can take too long

Residents describe delays or repeated problems with essential systems and building issues.

A number of reviews point to maintenance not being resolved in a timely way, including issues that block access or basic comfort. Residents mention broken elevators that take weeks to fix and problems that keep coming back. Others describe extended periods without hot water or with appliances and climate control not being repaired. In several cases, tenants describe frustration with how long repairs took and whether follow-through happened after requests were submitted.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Communication is a recurring complaint

Many reviews say management is hard to reach and slow to provide updates.

Several residents say they struggled to get updates or meaningful responses from the office after reporting issues. Some describe unanswered phone calls, limited follow-up, or being told they are on a list without clear progress. Others mention feeling dismissed when they ask for status. A few reviews also describe feeling that communication broke down during ongoing maintenance problems.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and odors come up

Some residents report units or common areas that feel unclean or have lingering odors.

Cleanliness shows up as a concern in multiple reviews. Residents mention dirty units at move-in, including bathroom mold or stained fixtures, and say certain areas did not feel properly cleaned. Others describe persistent smells in hallways or common areas. A few reviews also mention issues with grounds or pool cleanliness, reinforcing that cleanliness is uneven for some residents.

common 2 reviews mention this

Location is convenient for errands

Residents cite convenience for shopping, dining, and nearby services.

At least a couple of reviews describe the area around the community as convenient for everyday needs. One resident explicitly mentions being close to shopping and dining options as well as parks. The location aligns with nearby access to physicians, restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, and parks listed close by.

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Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Active Adult Communities (55+) Active Adult Communities (55+)

Amenities

  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (13 miles away) John Glenn Columbus International Airport (13 miles away)

Care Services

  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

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

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Central Ohio Primary Care (1.9 miles)
  • Ohio Plastic Surgery Specialists (2 miles)
  • Polaris Parkway Internal Medicine & Pediatrics (2.1 miles)
  • Rgi Dr James (2.3 miles)
  • Premier Women's Health (2.4 miles)
  • Stickel, Brian C DDS (2.5 miles)
  • Center for Surgical Dermatology & Dermatology Associates (2.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Swensons Drive-In (1.9 miles)
  • Bru Burger Bar (2 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (2.1 miles)
  • 101 Beer Kitchen (2.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.2 miles)
  • Quaker Steak & Lube (2.7 miles)
  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (2.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.5 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (6.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.5 miles)

Parks

  • McNamara Park (2.1 miles)
  • Metzger Park (3.2 miles)
  • Centergreen Park (3.5 miles)
  • North Road Park (4 miles)
  • Highbanks Metro Park (4.3 miles)
  • Sharon Woods Metro Park (4.4 miles)
  • Flint Park (4.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)
  • Discount Drug Mart (2.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • Pharmprops (3.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Genoa Baptist Church (2.6 miles)
  • Westerville Christian Church (3.9 miles)
  • All Shepherds Lutheran Church (4.5 miles)
  • Sunbury United Methodist Church (6.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mount Carmel St Ann's OBGYN Clinic (4.1 miles)
  • Talco Asphalt & Sealing (6.6 miles)

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