Cottingham Retirement Community at Cincinnati, OH

Cottingham Retirement Community

3995 Cottingham Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45241

About Cottingham Retirement Community

Cottingham Retirement Community in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a welcoming senior living community where comfort, care, and independence come together. Since opening in 1984, Cottingham has been committed to providing seniors with a full continuum of care. This means you can stay in the same community even if your needs change over time. From independent living to assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, or long-term services, Cottingham Retirement Community offers support every step of the way.

Life at Cottingham is designed to make retirement both exciting and relaxing. With unique amenities like an Old English tavern, a cozy fireside restaurant, a full greenhouse, and even an indoor pool, there is always something new to enjoy. Whether you want to spend the day gardening, swimming, or dining with friends, Cottingham Retirement Community provides the ideal environment to thrive.

Daily life is filled with activities and programs to keep residents engaged. From history presentations and game nights to Sunday worship services, there’s something for everyone. Quiet afternoons can be spent reading in the library, while more active moments might be enjoyed in the fitness room, game hall, or walking the indoor trails. The fireside restaurant serves beautifully prepared meals that bring residents together in a warm, inviting space. Best of all, the staff takes care of housekeeping, maintenance, and medical needs, giving residents more time to focus on the things they love.

Living options at Cottingham Retirement Community include studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Each home is designed for safety and comfort, with features like private accessible bathrooms, large windows, and views of the courtyard or greenhouse. Many apartments also include full kitchens, carpeting, and internet access.

At Cottingham Retirement Community, seniors and their families find the perfect balance of independence, support, and joyful living.

Care and support at Cottingham Retirement Community

Care available at Cottingham Retirement Community, Cincinnati, 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.
  • Memory Care: Secure, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, with structured daily routines.

On the healthcare side, the community lists diabetic care, incontinence care, medication management and care for residents who are non-ambulatory. During a visit, ask how the team builds and reviews each resident’s care plan.

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Apartments and amenities

Floor plans include one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Amenities include kitchenettes, ground-floor apartments, accessible design, bathtubs, air conditioning, wheelchair-accessible showers and cable or satellite TV. Shared spaces such as outdoor seating areas, a central fireplace, a library, a beauty salon, an outdoor patio and an indoor atrium give residents room to relax and socialize.

Dining at Cottingham Retirement Community

Daily meals are included as part of community life, with guest meals for visiting family, international cuisine, meals prepared by a professional chef, restaurant-style dining and special dining programs. Dietary options include low-sodium and vegetarian meals. Residents can also dine at a bar or pub, a café or bistro and a private dining room for family occasions.

Everyday life at Cottingham Retirement Community

Activities include Wii bowling, water aerobics, holiday parties, karaoke, live musical performances, Catholic services, stretching classes, dances and birthday parties, among 28 listed activities. Outings away from the community are offered as well. Facilities for recreation include an arts and crafts center, a billiards lounge, a fitness center, a game room, a Jacuzzi, a movie theater room, a piano or organ, raised garden beds, a swimming pool and a woodworking shop. To make day-to-day life easier, the community provides a visiting beautician, housekeeping and laundry service.

Cottingham Retirement Community is pet friendly, and cats and dogs are welcome. For getting around, the community offers complimentary transportation, easy access to public transit and transportation for an extra fee.

Senior living near Cottingham Retirement Community in Cincinnati, OH

Cottingham Retirement Community is located at 3995 Cottingham Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45241. To see how it compares with other local communities, browse assisted living and senior care in Cincinnati or explore senior living across Ohio, where you can compare communities statewide.

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Helpful guides for families

Questions to ask when you visit Cottingham Retirement Community

  • 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 dementia training do memory care staff receive, and how are secure areas managed?
  • 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 Cottingham Retirement Community

What types of care does Cottingham Retirement Community offer?
Cottingham Retirement Community offers assisted living, independent living and memory care in Cincinnati, OH. Contact the community through this page to confirm current availability for each level of care.

What apartment types are available at Cottingham Retirement Community?
Cottingham Retirement Community 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 Cottingham Retirement Community allow pets?
Yes. Cottingham Retirement Community is listed as pet friendly, with cats and dogs welcome. Ask the community about size limits, fees and pet policies before moving in.

Does Cottingham Retirement Community provide transportation?
Cottingham Retirement Community offers complimentary transportation, easy access to public transit and transportation for an extra fee. Confirm schedules and any costs for appointments and outings with the community.

Where is Cottingham Retirement Community located?
Cottingham Retirement Community is at 3995 Cottingham Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45241, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

How much does Cottingham Retirement Community cost?
Pricing at Cottingham Retirement Community 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
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services

Additional Information about Cottingham Retirement Community

Rooms

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

Amenities

  • Air Conditioned
  • Bath Tubs
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Kitchenette
  • 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

  • Guest Meals
  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Meals Provided
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Vegetarian

Shared Spaces

  • Barber Shop
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Library
  • Main Street Shops
  • Meeting Room
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio

Services

  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Recreation

  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Fitness Center
  • Game Room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Swimming Pool
  • Woodworking Shop

Activities

  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Art Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Catholic Services
  • Community Service Programs
  • Cooking Classes
  • Dances
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club
  • Happy Hour
  • Holiday Parties
  • Karaoke
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Live Well Programs
  • Other Religious Services
  • Protestant Services
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Tai Chi
  • Trivia Games
  • Water Aerobics
  • Wii Bowling
  • Wine Tasting
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Languages

  • English

Transportation

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Transportation at Cost

Parking

  • Covered Parking
  • Resident Parking
  • Uncovered Parking

Pets

  • Cats
  • Dogs
  • Pet Friendly

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