For many seniors, pets are more than just companions—they’re family. At Verena at Hilliard, we understand the incredible value pets bring to our residents’ lives, which is why we proudly offer a pet-friendly senior living community that welcomes your furry friends with open arms.
From enhancing emotional well-being to encouraging daily activity, pets play a powerful role in creating a vibrant, happy lifestyle.
Emotional Benefits: Companionship That Feels Like Home
Moving into a senior living community doesn’t mean leaving behind the special bond you share with your pet. In fact, bringing your pet with you can help make the transition easier and more meaningful.
How pets support emotional wellness for seniors:
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Reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation
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Offer comfort and routine
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Increase opportunities for social interaction
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Boost mood and reduce stress levels
At Verena at Hilliard, we see firsthand how pets contribute to our warm, welcoming environment. Whether it’s a pup in the courtyard or a cat lounging by the window, our community feels more like home when pets are part of it.
Physical Health Benefits: Pets Keep You Moving
Pet ownership encourages an active lifestyle, which supports better physical health in older adults. Daily walks, playtime, and routine pet care help residents stay mobile and engaged—often without even realizing it.
Physical benefits of having a pet in senior living:
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Gentle exercise from walking or playing
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Improved cardiovascular health
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Increased mobility and balance
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Better sleep and daily structure
Verena at Hilliard’s 22-acre walking path is a favorite among residents and their pets. It’s the perfect place to get some fresh air, enjoy nature, and bond with your four-legged companion.
Designed with Pets and People in Mind
Our pet-friendly Independent Living apartments and Active Adult cottages offer the space and flexibility you need to comfortably live with your pet. Many residents choose Verena at Hilliard specifically because they don’t have to part with the companion that’s been by their side for years.
At Verena at Hilliard, we make pet-friendly living easy:
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Spacious apartment layouts and private cottages
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Green spaces and pet-walking areas
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A supportive team that welcomes animals as part of the community
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A low-maintenance lifestyle that allows more time to enjoy life with your pet
The Social Side of Pet Ownership
Pets are great conversation starters—and in a community like Verena at Hilliard, they naturally help foster connection. Residents often bond over shared walks, pet stories, or friendly introductions while out with their pets.
We even host pet-friendly community events where residents can show off their pets, connect with fellow animal lovers, and celebrate the happiness pets bring to our lives.
Experience Pet-Friendly Senior Living in Hilliard, Ohio
Located just minutes from everything, Verena at Hilliard offers all-inclusive, resort-style living for active adults and independent seniors—and we believe pets are an important part of that lifestyle.
Whether you’re strolling the walking path with your pup or relaxing with your cat in your private apartment, you’ll find that life is better with your best friend by your side. Schedule a tour today to learn more about the lifestyle waiting for you at Verena at Hilliard.
