The Bristol at Columbus, OH

The Bristol

7780 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43235

About The Bristol

Nestled near Worthington Hills Park and the scenic Olentangy Walking Trails, The Bristol offers seniors a vibrant, luxurious place to call home. Surrounded by beautiful landscaped lawns and wooded views, The Bristol provides the perfect setting for a retirement lifestyle that’s full of freedom and joy.

Inside, The Bristol feels modern, warm, and welcoming. Bright, open spaces feature elegant furnishings, cozy sitting areas, and large windows that let in plenty of natural light. Residents can choose from a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans — each designed for comfort and style. Every apartment is a blank canvas ready to be decorated and personalized to truly feel like home.

The Bristol offers both independent living and assisted living, making it a great choice for seniors at different stages of life. Independent living residents can enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle, leaving behind the chores of homeownership and focusing on hobbies, friendships, and fun. For those who need extra support, the assisted living team provides 24-hour personal care with dignity and respect. The wellness director works closely with families, residents, and doctors to create customized care plans, ensuring that everyone receives the right level of support.

Dining is a highlight at The Bristol, with chef-prepared meals served daily in a beautiful dining room where neighbors gather and connect. There are also numerous homelike amenities throughout the community, including cozy lounges, activity spaces, and outdoor areas perfect for fresh air and relaxation.

Life at The Bristol is never boring — residents can take part in fitness programs, social gatherings, games, educational opportunities, and creative activities that keep them engaged and connected.

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Care and support at The Bristol

Care available at The Bristol, Columbus, OH, includes:

  • Assisted Living: Help from trained staff with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication, in a social community setting.
  • Independent Living: Maintenance-free living for active older adults who don’t need daily care, with dining and activities on site.

On the healthcare side, the community lists diabetic care, support for higher care needs, incontinence care, medication management and care for residents who are non-ambulatory. It is worth asking how care plans are reviewed and how often they are updated.

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Apartments and amenities

Living options at The Bristol include one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms, with private bathrooms. Features include air conditioning, full kitchens, private patios, decks or balconies, bathtubs, ground-floor apartments, garden views and Wi-Fi and high-speed internet. Common areas include indoor lounges, a library, a meeting room, outdoor seating areas, a TV lounge and a central fireplace, making it easy to spend time with neighbors and visiting family.

Dining at The Bristol

Meals are provided for residents, with anytime dining, guest meals for visiting family, organic options, meals prepared by a professional chef, restaurant-style dining, room service and special dining programs. Special diets are catered for, including gluten-free, kosher, low-sodium, no-sugar, pureed, vegan and vegetarian meals. Other dining spaces include a bar or pub, a café or bistro and a private dining room for family occasions.

Activities and daily life

Activities include sensory-based programs, Tai Chi, cards / pinochle club, devotional activities on-site, Men’s club, current events club, live musical performances, BBQs or picnics and wine tasting, among 41 listed activities. Off-site outings are organized too. Facilities for recreation include an arts and crafts center, a billiards lounge, a fitness center, a game room, a movie theater room, a piano or organ and raised garden beds. Services such as a visiting beautician, help with grocery shopping and errands, housekeeping and laundry service are available.

The Bristol is pet friendly, and cats and dogs are welcome. For getting around, the community offers complimentary transportation and transportation for an extra fee.

Senior living near The Bristol in Columbus, OH

The Bristol is located at 7780 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43235. To see how it compares with other local communities, browse assisted living and senior care in Columbus or explore senior living across Ohio.

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Questions to ask when you visit The Bristol

  • What is included in the monthly fee, and what costs extra?
  • How are care needs assessed, and how often is the care plan reviewed?
  • What is the staff-to-resident ratio during the day and overnight?
  • Can we join for a meal or an activity during the visit?

Frequently asked questions about The Bristol

What types of care does The Bristol offer?
The Bristol offers assisted living and independent living in Columbus, OH. Contact the community through this page to confirm current availability for each level of care.

What apartment types are available at The Bristol?
The Bristol offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Availability changes often, so request current floor plans and pricing through this page.

Does The Bristol allow pets?
Yes. The Bristol is listed as pet friendly, with cats and dogs welcome. Ask the community about size limits, fees and pet policies before moving in.

Does The Bristol provide transportation?
The Bristol offers complimentary transportation and transportation for an extra fee. Confirm schedules and any costs for appointments and outings with the community.

Where is The Bristol located?
The Bristol is at 7780 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43235, in Columbus, Ohio.

How much does The Bristol cost?
Pricing at The Bristol depends on the apartment type and level of care needed. Use the contact form on this page to request current pricing and availability. It is free and there is no obligation.

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Healthcare

  • Diabetic Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services

Additional Information about The Bristol

Rooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Semi-Private
  • Studio

Amenities

  • Air Conditioned
  • Bath Tubs
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Full kitchen
  • Garden View
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Kitchenette
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Dining Venues

  • Bar or Pub
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Meals

  • Anytime Dining
  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals
  • Kosher
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Organic
  • Professional Chef
  • Pureed Meals
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Room Service
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian

Shared Spaces

  • Barber Shop
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Library
  • Main Street Shops
  • Meeting Room
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Private Bath
  • TV Lounge

Services

  • Beautician
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Recreation

  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Fitness Center
  • Game Room
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds

Activities

  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Art Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Bible Study Group
  • Birthday Parties
  • Book Club
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Bridge Club
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Catholic Services
  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Community Service Programs
  • Cooking Classes
  • Cooking Club
  • Current Events Club
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club
  • Happy Hour
  • Holiday Parties
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Karaoke
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Live Well Programs
  • Men's Club
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Protestant Services
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Tai Chi
  • Trivia Games
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Walking Club
  • Wii Bowling
  • Wine Tasting
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Languages

  • English

Transportation

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Transportation at Cost

Parking

  • Covered Parking
  • Resident Parking
  • Uncovered Parking

Pets

  • Cats
  • Dogs
  • Pet Friendly

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