Walnut Trace sits in Gahanna, Ohio, offering a 55+ senior living community with a variety of services and amenities for independent seniors and people needing a bit more help as they age, and the place is part of National Church Residences, so support is always close at hand when you need it. The campus has 93 modern one- and two-bedroom apartments, each with things like full kitchens with high-end appliances and private terraces or balconies, and the rooms come with floor-to-ceiling windows, open floor plans, in-unit washers and dryers, individual heating and cooling, and they're both pet-friendly and handicap accessible with wheelchair-friendly showers. The rent for these apartments starts at $2,650 per month, with surface parking included or covered parking available for a fee. The community's open at all times, and there's an emergency response system and secure access so residents feel safe and looked after no matter the hour, plus housekeeping and linen services come with the package, taking the hard work out of daily life. Walnut Trace's main dining options include the Walnut Café, a bistro-style restaurant, chef-prepared meals, and daily fresh start breakfasts, with options like gluten-free dishes served in a restaurant setting so meal times can be both social and healthy.
Residents can use high-speed Wi-Fi, cable, and phone service, which are all included, along with utilities and a maintenance-free lifestyle that takes a load off their minds, and they can join in wellness programs, fitness classes, and check-ins, or just walk the looping outdoor paths, sit at firepits, tend the gardens, or check out the seating areas scattered through the grounds, even enjoying easy access to a bike trail and public golf course next door. The campus also has a general store for grocery needs, a library, arts and crafts studio, a movie room, pub, club and community rooms, and lounges with fireplaces for quiet or social times. There's a strong sense of activity here, with planned social events, group activities, reading, yoga, card games, outings to local restaurants and shops in Gahanna, and organized spiritual services, so nobody has to feel left out.
If health needs change, Walnut Trace offers assisted living services for help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication management, plus memory care services for people dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia, with smaller secure areas, confusion-reducing environments, and specialized therapies to help people stay calm and comfortable. For those who need a break or are recovering from illness or surgery, there's short-term respite and rehabilitation options, while hospice care supports residents in their last months. Outside of the apartments, home care aides can stop by to offer non-medical help and companionship, helping seniors living at home even if they don't want to move, and staff members are trained to support all types of wellness and health services on site around the clock.
Residents who are income conscious have access to income-based housing, and Walnut Trace keeps things as flexible as possible with several floor plan options including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or even two-bedroom with den. All amenities are available, and everything from dog-friendly features to ceiling-to-floor windows stands out in the apartments, while surface parking for visitors and residents is always available without hassle. Whether someone wants to have coffee with neighbors in the lounge, take part in educational activities, have a meal cooked by a chef, or just relax by a firepit at sunset, Walnut Trace's simple setup and open layout give older adults space to enjoy life in a friendly, comfortable way with no pressure and as much support as wanted.
