The Village of Colonial Woods sits in Mount Vernon, Ohio, on Upper Gilchrist Road about a quarter mile north of Coshocton Road, and it's part of the Epcon Community, with its own bridge at the entrance and a big pond out front surrounded by old trees that offer a peaceful setting and some privacy for the residents, who range from adults aged 45 up to 85. The community's made up of two and three bedroom ranch-style condominium homes, all on one level for easy living, and each one has a finished veranda, an attached two-car garage, big windows for sunlight, flexible living spaces, and private outdoor courtyards where folks can enjoy quiet time outside. People who live there don't have to worry about maintenance, since that's included, along with services like housekeeping, laundry, and help with moving in, plus scheduled daily activities, music and art programs, and resident-led events in a large common room, or in the arts and activity rooms. There are paths for walking, a heated pool by a deluxe clubhouse, a fully stocked fitness center right inside the clubhouse, a movie theater, a library, and patios and courtyards for spending time outdoors. There's a chapel for worship, a spa for relaxing, and private dining rooms where families can eat together, and the restaurant-style dining options include allergy-friendly and diabetic-friendly meals. The homes come with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, cable TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a phone, and the option for furnished rooms.
Staff are around all the time to help with dressing, bathing, taking medicine, or any medical needs, and there's a 24-hour call system if help's needed fast. The Village offers care types covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing homes, and non-ambulatory care, so if someone needs specialized help, it's ready. There's a focus on providing a community score that lets families compare how care is delivered, and the mission of the community is to build homes and neighborhoods where people can have a good, healthy lifestyle with comfort and support. The village offers family support services, scheduled rides, a concierge, supervision, and daily assistance for those who want it, and it's close to healthcare providers, drugstores, restaurants, parks, and worship places. The campus itself is pleasant and set up for exploring, strolling, or sitting outside, with a courtyard and lots of green spaces. Residents get to make use of organized programs and community-sponsored gatherings, or enjoy activities on their own with others who live there. The Village of Colonial Woods opened in 2025 and keeps a focus on safe, modern, and comfortable living for people who want independence along with care when it's needed.
