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The cost of independent living in Wayland is about $3,638 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 446 options. Read 5548 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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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.
Our MissionAt The Meadows, our mission is to provide affordable residences, with services to support your active lifestyle.The Meadows is a senior living community, providing housing for seniors in an atmosphere to promote and encourage independence. We are committed to enhancing the lives of our...
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I think Liberty Residence is typical of most Assisted Living communities. The food was not the greatest. The staff tried to be helpful and friendly. They were under staffed. The room sizes were adequate. It...
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.
Liberty Residence II offers the best in assisted senior living. Our around the clock nursing staff assists residents with medication management, bathing and dressing needs, continence care and much more. Liberty Residence II offers all private studio and one bedroom apartments with kitchenette,...
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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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My mom has mild/moderate dementia and requires help with medications and meals. I was in a panic to find a nice place for my Mom after my brother passed away who was taking care of her at the time. She was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Royalton Woods Retirement Living is a place you can truly call home. You will enjoy the companionship of others and personal security in a comfortable environment, while family members rest easy knowing you are cared for by a team of professionals. The best part is that our personal care...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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My wife and I have lived here almost two years now and it is everything we hoped for. We have a thee bedroom ranch and wonderful neighbors. There are lots of activities and we are busier than before we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Breckenridge VillageThe Breckenridge Village is found in Lake County located conveniently within the historic town of Willoughby, northeast of the state of Ohio. This assisted living community can be easily identified by anyone within Willoughby by its magnificent architecture and park-like...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Senior Apartments
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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My sister has been at Van Gorder for almost a year and has had a very good experience. I very much appreciate the helpfulness and kindness of the staff
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.
Van Gorder Manor is a 21,000 square foot mansion on 4 wooded acres in Willoughby. We offer 3 meals per day, medication assistance, personal assistance, laundry, housekeeping and activities at affordable monthly rate. We offer private and shared rooms. Our capacity is 25 which allows us to...
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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.
Welcome to Legacy Place Parma! Legacy Place is located in Parma Ohio, close to shopping, restaurants, businesses, hospitals and all of the cultural amenities the greater Cleveland area has to offer. Our many services and caring staff make Legacy Place is the perfect choice for seniors who are no...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The RegencyThe Regency Apartments are senior apartments for seniors is located in Parma, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, which is listed as the third safest city in all of the United States. Southwest of Cleveland, the towers of The Regency are situated on a beautiful property complete with a co-op...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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There's not a whole lot of activities. The food seems to be a little lacking, I'm not real happy with the food they serve mom. Everything is like ham salad and potato salad and bologna sandwiches things like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
We offer both private and semi-private bath. Residents enjoy delicious meals and daily activities that help make their golden years a truly enjoyable experience. We are sensitive to the fact that the need for admission may arise unexpectedly or on a weekend. In order to make the transition...
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independence Place 2 is an independent living community with bright one and two bedroom suites. Each home is comfortable and welcoming. Our residents lead day to day lives, which is why we have so many activities. Our lovely landscaped grounds create a serene and peaceful feel, while...
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The apartments are MUCH nicer than others in this area. The balcony's are long and have great views. Most of my neighbors are super nice. The only problems I encountered were leaking from upstairs...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Wayland, OH

The average cost of senior living in Wayland is $3,638 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Canfield, OH with an average of $3,396 per month.

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

Wayland, OH
$3,638/mo

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

Wayland, OH
$3,638/mo
$3,977/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$4,538/mo
Independent Living
$3,638/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,410/mo
Studio
$4,882/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,845/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,523/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,005/mo

Senior living costs in Wayland 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: Wayland, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWayland, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,638/mo$3,977/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,420/mo$4,888/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,538/mo$4,896/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Wayland, OH:$3,638/mo
Ohio:$3,977/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Wayland, OH:$4,420/mo
Ohio:$4,888/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Wayland, OH:$4,538/mo
Ohio:$4,896/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Wayland, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Wayland 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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Independent living cost trends in Wayland, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wayland 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
Wayland, OH$2,814/mo$2,738/mo+2.8%
Ohio$2,832/mo$2,952/mo-4.0%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Wayland, OH
2024 average cost:$2,814/mo
2023 average cost:$2,738/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,832/mo
2023 average cost:$2,952/mo
Percent change:-4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Wayland

Recent reviews for independent living in Wayland

The Inn at University Village in Massillon, OH

5.0
The staff they have at this community are really nice and we could not be happier with them, however mom thinks they could use some more staff. The community is pretty active. Mom is the memory care unit and there are less activities available. She loves the food and the community is nice. ...
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The Shenango Inn in Sharon, PA

4.0
This community is an old hotel that they have converted into a senior community. The staff have been helpful, encouraging and understanding. The residents are friendly. Mom has not complained about the food. They have a nice outdoor porch for the residents to enjoy. This is a relaxed community ...
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Westerly Apartments in Lakewood, OH

4.7
The Westerly has many resources and a community spirit. Maintenance items are addressed professionally and efficiently. I really like my walk in shower with grab bars!

Wayland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wayland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wayland, 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 Wayland 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 Wayland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wayland 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 Wayland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wayland 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 Wayland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
47.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.3%
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Springwood Hudson, Westwood Place and Reward Senior Care of Lisbon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wayland, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 446 independent living facilities near Wayland, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Wayland, Ohio are Springwood Hudson, Reward Senior Care of Lisbon and Danbury North Canton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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