St. Michael's Community in Delaware, Ohio, serves as a retirement community owned by United Church Homes and sits at 35 Lexington Blvd, offering affordable senior apartments for people aged 62 or older, including some that are accessible for those with mobility needs, and the place has independent living, assisted living, and memory care services for folks who want a little support or have Alzheimer's or dementia. The community's open weekdays, with office hours from 8 AM to 4 PM, closing a bit earlier at 2:30 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and if you look for details, the website's at unitedchurchhomes.org. The apartments come with private rooms, air conditioning, cable hookup, climate control, kitchens, wheelchair access, and safety features like deadbolt locks, fire-resistant construction, and smoke detectors, and you'll also find handrails, elevators, and controlled access doors with lighted, on-site parking. The whole place has sprinkler systems and staff that do maintenance and housekeeping, and there's a laundry room for residents along with laundry and dry cleaning services on offer.
Residents can use washers and dryers, get walking and wheelchair assistance from well-trained personal care assistants, and enjoy typical comfort features like cable TV as well as WiFi. The dining room serves nutritious meals planned by chefs, and kitchenettes are available in some apartments for those who want to do their own cooking. The facility offers transportation services for appointments or errands, salon and barbershop services, a fitness center, and plenty of places to gather such as a game or recreation room and landscaped gardens, while the community runs social and educational programs like arts and crafts, health and wellness activities, and enrichment center events. There's a focus on helping residents help themselves, keeping people active, engaged, and independent within their abilities, and the activity programs focus on socialization and building friendships. There's an emphasis on age-friendly, supportive services, including in-home care and nutrition programs, and an on-site service coordinator helps residents with needs or questions. Pet-friendly living is available, and the combination of affordable housing, safety features, plentiful amenities, and a sense of belonging makes it a practical choice for seniors looking for comfort, assistance, and community.
