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The cost of independent living in Darlington is about $4,116 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 196 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.8
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93 reviews
9.8
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93 reviews
5 star
84%
4 star
10%
3 star
2%
2 star
1%
1 star
3%
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I love the activities! I appreciate the great care that my mom receives. The community feels home like and the staff is friendly to everyone. I enjoy the educational programs and fun activities for the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Have a lot of fun and live life to its fullest at The Waterford at Mansfield. Our Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Mansfield, Ohio, offers residents a vibrant lifestyle that encourages health and independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness...
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9.3
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103 reviews
9.3
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103 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
17%
3 star
1%
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1%
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2%
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My aunt was here for about a year-and-a-half and was treated with the highest level of dignity and respect. The last couple of months have been especially difficult as her Alzheimer's had gotten...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Mansfield Place offers high quality senior living services in vibrant Mansifeld, Ohio. Known as 'The Fun Center of Ohio,' Mansfield is the largest city in the mid-Ohio region and has been featured in several blockbuster films including 'The Shawshank Redemption,' 'Air Force One' and 'Tango &...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Darlington, OH

The average cost of senior living in Darlington is $4,116 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marengo, OH with an average of $3,375 per month.

Independent living costs in Darlington, OH, vs. nearby cities

Darlington, OH
$4,116/mo
$4,463/mo
$4,398/mo

Independent living costs in Darlington, OH, vs. state and national averages

Darlington, OH
$4,116/mo
$3,967/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Darlington, OH, vs. other senior living options

$4,462/mo
Independent Living
$4,116/mo

Independent living costs in Darlington, OH, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,494/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,933/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,305/mo

Senior living costs in Darlington 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: Darlington, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarlington, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$4,116/mo$3,967/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,462/mo$4,881/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,462/mo$4,889/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Darlington, OH:$4,116/mo
Ohio:$3,967/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Darlington, OH:$4,462/mo
Ohio:$4,881/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Darlington, OH:$4,462/mo
Ohio:$4,889/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Darlington

Recent reviews for independent living in Darlington

Wedgewood Estates in Mansfield, OH

4.0
While looking into several different facilities we chose our top 2 favorites for my love one to see. She chose this community because of their homey atmosphere. Most of the places that we saw had that “institutional” feeling. She likes the feel of this facility, she liked the way it looked, it ...
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The Waterford at Mansfield

5.0
My mother has lived at The Waterford for 2 1/2 years and we could not be more pleased. When it became apparent that it was time to move Mom from her home of 50+ years making the decision on an assisted living was one of the most difficult of our lives. The staff of The Waterford made ...
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Ontario Estates Senior Living in Mansfield, OH

5.0
I can not say enough good things about Ontario Estates. My grandma loves living there. The aides are always friendly, and helpful. They always have an activity to do or she's playing cards with her friends or visiting with her resident friends in the living room area. She's never complained ...
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Darlington independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Darlington independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Darlington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Darlington, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Darlington independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Darlington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Darlington, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darlington independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Darlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darlington, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Waterford at Mansfield, Trustwell Living at Mansfield Place and Country Meadow Care Ctr are the top-rated independent living facilities near Darlington, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Darlington, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Darlington, Ohio are Danbury Mount Vernon and The Waterford at Mansfield. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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