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We chose Emerald Green because they are very clean. The Staff knew the residents by name. The staff went over and above to accommodate our care needs. The food was good. They could use more servers. We were...
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.
Located in the upscale, welcoming community of North Olmsted, Ohio, Emerald Village Retirement Community is an assisted living community that provides a wide range of benefits. Located minutes from the mall, hundreds of restaurants, and the MetroParks, our community is the ideal place to call...
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They were extremely helpful when I needed to transition my mom quickly to assisted living. They regular staff got to know my mom and knew what was her normal and not, which was great. They had a lot of...
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.
Brookdale Gardens at Westlake is a welcoming senior living community nestled in the heart of Westlake. Our spacious one and two-bedroom apartments feature patios, balconies or bay windows overlooking 11 beautiful wooded acres. Here you'll enjoy restaurant-quality meals which can accommodate...
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All 5s honestly! I love how friendly and caring everyone is. The place is super clean, the staff is amazing, and it really feels like a safe, supportive home for my dad. They make everything easier for both...
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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The nurses are absolutely wonderful. The receptionist at the Inn at Belden is also very, very good. The aides are growing on me ?? At first I wasn’t sure, especially since there are agency aides who come in...
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.
In 2016 our community was completely renovated and updated adding 10 suites in our special memory care wing. The entire building was refurbished and elegantly appointed for the residents enjoyment and comfort. We have added a library, ladies tea room, sewing circle, sports lounge with game room....
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They are short staffed currently and things that are promised are not happening timely. The activities are very oriented to women and are not overly enticing. There are definitely ways they could engage...
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.
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My experience is just slightly different than average. 1981 I actually worked for food Service company it worked out of the back of the building where the old kitchen was for the hotel. This was owned by the...
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.
Phoenix House Apartments in Youngstown is located in the county seat of Mahoning County, OH. This place is ideal for those 55 and older looking for a beautiful and comfortable place to relax. With beautiful views and a location just close enough to town, you'll be able to experience everything...
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Staff at Cherry creek well trained. Ever presented the have all the medical equipment available. Worth every penny! Cherry creek is run by Rn and staff are Nac trained in addition to elderly care training. ...
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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I would like to share my experience with Canterbury Senior Care Facility located at 9928 Vail Dr, Twinsburg, OH 44087. The members of the staff, including the doctors and nurses on staff, provide outstanding...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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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My father in law as at Royalton Woods for a short amount of time before he passed away. With every visit we were pleasantly greeted and the nursing staff and aides were so caring and friendly- it felt like...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Everyone was nice and smiling for the most part. Spacious eating area. Daily activities. The big thing that stuck out was the minimum length of stay for respite. 2 weeks was the minimum which no other...
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.
Middleburg Heights Assisted Living is a privately-owned and operated Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. After purchasing the facility from Paramount Senior Living, Middleburg Heights Assisted Living was established in 2023.Middleburg Heights Assisted...
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The cleanliness of the community was fine, and we do know they had some activities going on. This community was in a good location for us, and their rates were pretty reasonable compared to other places...
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.
Alpine House is dedicated to the health, dignity, and comfort of each of our potential 16 residents providing … ~Private room & bath~3 home-cooked diet friendly meals~Social activities~Laundry & Housekeeping~Monitored Meds & Showers~All our services for 1 reasonable monthly price (no...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Community is located in a country setting across the street from a major hospital and medical offices. Community focusses on wellness and independence by offering Tai Chi classes. Activities included plus shopping trips, banking and outings. We offer physical therapy, occupational therapy and...
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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.
Once a modern, luxury hotel, Warner House has been transformed into housing for the elderly and disabled. Offering comfortable, private apartments with a great view, conveniently located in the central business district of Warren, Ohio. Each apartments is fully equipped with emergency pull cords,...
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, 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.
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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.
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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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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
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: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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: 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.
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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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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.
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.
Ideally located on 250 safe-beautiful acres in Northeast Ohio, between the Akron-Canton and Youngstown-Warren metropolitan areas, Copeland Oaks is Northeast Ohio’s largest and one of the country’s premier, 55 and older, non-profit, church-related, accredited, continuum of living, active-adult...
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This is a nice community. The staff were nice and caring in all ways. The menu was outstanding and he was pleased with the good variety. They do offer for activities for those who wanted to participate. We...
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.
Find out how full and exciting life can be by joining with the family of residents at the Villa Maria home. Villa Maria has an extraordinary range of opportunities for yourself or a loved one. The Villa has a unique blend of personalities in the residents who pursue their own passions. Our staff...

Cost of independent living in Wayland, OH

The average cost of senior living in Wayland is $3,750 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Canfield, OH with an average of $3,547 per month.

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

Wayland, OH
$3,750/mo

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

Wayland, OH
$3,750/mo
$4,049/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

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

$4,660/mo
Independent Living
$3,750/mo

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

Studio
$3,064/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,467/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,397/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,383/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$3,750/mo$4,049/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$4,532/mo$4,964/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,660/mo$4,980/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living
Wayland, OH:$3,750/mo
Ohio:$4,049/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Wayland, OH:$4,532/mo
Ohio:$4,964/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Wayland, OH:$4,660/mo
Ohio:$4,980/mo
U.S.:$5,057/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$2,734/mo+2.9%
Ohio$2,850/mo$2,964/mo-3.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Wayland, OH
2024 average cost:$2,814/mo
2023 average cost:$2,734/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,850/mo
2023 average cost:$2,964/mo
Percent change:-3.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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
35.7%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.5%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
35.9%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.5%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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11.1%
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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.
Wayland, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.1%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.5%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
35.4%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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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
48.6%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.3%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.3%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.2%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.3%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.7%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.2%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
48.4%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
32.2%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Springwood Hudson, Reward Senior Care of Lisbon and Danbury North Canton 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, Summit Point and Danbury Massillon. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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