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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Darling, MS

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zipAveragecost: $3,120

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Cost of independent living in Darling, MS

The average cost of senior living in Darling is $3,120 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Friars Point, MS with an average of $1,323 per month.

Independent living costs in Darling, MS, vs. nearby cities

Darling, MS
$3,120/mo
$2,702/mo
$3,044/mo

Independent living costs in Darling, MS, vs. state and national averages

Darling, MS
$3,120/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Darling, MS, vs. other senior living options

$3,691/mo
Independent Living
$3,120/mo

Independent living costs in Darling, MS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,281/mo
Studio
$4,093/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,675/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,995/mo

Senior living costs in Darling 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: Darling, MS
Column state: Mississippi
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarling, MSMississippiU.S.
Independent Living$3,120/mo$3,336/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,691/mo$3,579/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,691/mo$3,655/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Darling, MS:$3,120/mo
Mississippi:$3,336/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Darling, MS:$3,691/mo
Mississippi:$3,579/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Darling, MS:$3,691/mo
Mississippi:$3,655/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Darling

Recent reviews for independent living in Darling

The Magnolia at Oxford Commons

4.3
They run specials occasionally. They have some long tenured staff. They communicate to the families about events and updates on the residents. Chef that prepares the meals. They do off site trips for meals, bowling and other things. Have access to medicine being provided to the residents ...
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Silvercreek Senior Living in Olive Branch, MS

5.0
My sister, which I relocated here from out of state, spent four of the best years of her life at this facility until her health began failing and she passed away. I highly recommend to anyone.

Providence Assisted Living of Grenada

4.8
They are really good to the residents at this community and are very qualified for the care that is provided to them. They recently just got a new activity director and are waiting for the changes. They have activities like bingo and then during the holidays they have crafts for the residents ...
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Darling independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darling independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Darling, 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 Darling 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 Darling partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Darling, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Darling 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 Darling communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Darling, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darling 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 Darling offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darling, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
19.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
47%
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The Goldton at Southaven, The Pinnacle of Southaven and Providence Assisted Living of Senatobia are the top-rated independent living facilities near Darling, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
There are 32 independent living facilities near Darling, Mississippi. See the full list.
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