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Memory care in Lake Darby offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Lake Darby is about $4,942 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 23 communities, read 691 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Lake Darby, OH

The average cost of senior living in Lake Darby is $4,942 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lockbourne, OH with an average of $4,769 per month.

Memory care costs in Lake Darby, OH, vs. nearby cities

Lake Darby, OH
$4,942/mo
$4,937/mo

Memory care costs in Lake Darby, OH, vs. state and national averages

Lake Darby, OH
$4,942/mo
$4,887/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Memory care costs in Lake Darby, OH, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,942/mo

Memory care costs in Lake Darby, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,858/mo
Studio
$5,265/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,123/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,661/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,595/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Darby vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Lake Darby, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Darby, OHOhioU.S.
Memory Care$4,942/mo$4,887/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$5,158/mo$4,879/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$3,296/mo$3,967/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Lake Darby, OH:$4,942/mo
Ohio:$4,887/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Darby, OH:$5,158/mo
Ohio:$4,879/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Lake Darby, OH:$3,296/mo
Ohio:$3,967/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Lake Darby, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Lake Darby and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Lake Darby, OH

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Lake Darby have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lake Darby, OH$5,688/mo$5,398/mo+5.4%
Ohio$6,202/mo$5,908/mo+5.0%
National$6,439/mo$6,063/mo+6.2%
Lake Darby, OH
2024 average cost:$5,688/mo
2023 average cost:$5,398/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$6,202/mo
2023 average cost:$5,908/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,439/mo
2023 average cost:$6,063/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Lake Darby

Recent reviews for memory care in Lake Darby

Capital City Hospice in Columbus, OH

5.0
We were very fortunate that The Inn was able to arrange for my dad's hospice care with Capital City Hospice while he was there. They were so very helpful and kind and they helped my mother and myself as well as my dad. I would definitely recommend them

Traditions of Hilliard

3.9
There has been a complete turnover of management in the past month. There is a new management team that is coming on board. I am very hopeful there will be some changes. The housekeeping in the residents rooms needs a lot of attention. The food is fine, but they said the residents would order ...
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The Inn at Bear Trail in Lewis Center, OH

4.7
We chose The Inn at Bear Trail because it is a newer, beautiful facility. It is like a mountain lodge and my dad loved that type of atmosphere. The location was also good for our family. His room size was pretty good and they did a good job of keeping it cleaned up. The staff were not as good ...
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Lake Darby review score based on 131 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 131 reviews of 23 Lake Darby memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lake Darby review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Lake Darby review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Lake Darby, OH23 facilities
8.3
West Jefferson, OH5 facilities
8.5
Hilliard, OH44 facilities

Review subcategories for Lake Darby memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 131 reviews of 23 Lake Darby memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lake Darby resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Lake Darby, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.3
3.9
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.8
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Lake Darby memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Darby memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Darby, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Lake Darby memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Lake Darby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lake Darby, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.6%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.6%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.7%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.3%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Darby memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Lake Darby Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake Darby, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.2%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.5%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Darby memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lake Darby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Darby, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.5%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
39.1%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.8%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.1%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Darby memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lake Darby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Darby, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.9%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
52.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.8%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Darby memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Lake Darby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Darby, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
69.6%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.9%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.9%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.9%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.9%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
69.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
52.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Lake Darby

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Ohio memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Lake Darby protect seniors.
Learn about Ohio memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Danbury Columbus, The Bristol and The Estates at Knightsbridge are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lake Darby, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 23 memory care facilities near Lake Darby, Ohio. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Lake Darby, Ohio are StoryPoint Gahanna North, Danbury Columbus and StoryPoint Grove City. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 23 memory care facilities near you in Lake Darby, Ohio typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Lake Darby, Ohio, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Lake Darby, Ohio, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Lake Darby, Ohio ranges from $1150 to $10710. The average Memory Care cost in Lake Darby, Ohio is $4,942. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Lake Darby, Ohio typically starts at $1150. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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