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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Darlington, OH
If you’re looking for independent living in the Darlington area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Darlington. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 282 independent living facilities in Darlington, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Mansfield, Mount Vernon and Ashland.
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I like it here. Everyone of the staff works very hard to keep us disease-free and I understand there are other homes who are not. Thank you all!
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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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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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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.
Lovely new assisted living wing with spacious hallways, soft lighting, carpet everywhere, vaulted ceilings and many conversation area indoors and out. All private rooms and suites with private baths, warmly and graciously decorated. Restaurant-style dining at The Grapevine Grill and Heritage Room...
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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It was a bit confusing when I first moved in. The manager I spoke with left and a new company took over. I was not to pay for August, but ended up having too. Other than the changes in mgmt, and the rent...
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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.
At Hampton Woods we recognize the importance of choice and individualism for each resident, so we offer an array of apartment styles, amenities to choose from, and we offer the most spacious floor plans in the area for independent apartments. Our large great room with one bedroom and our...
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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.
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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: 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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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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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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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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We were impressed by the tour, but from the moment they welcomed my family member in the door on move-in day, we knew we were home. We have never experienced a staff so friendly, caring, and responsive. On...
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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.
Abbington of Powell began operations in September 2002. This single-story community consists of 48 residential units situated on scenic wooded grounds. Abbington of Powell boasts abundant common area amenities, beautiful interior courtyards as well as walking paths. Abbington of Powell is...
Cost of independent living in Darlington, OH
The average cost of senior living in Darlington is $3,326 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marengo, OH with an average of $3,243 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Darlington, OH vs. nearby cities
Darlington, OH
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Darlington, OH vs. the state and national average
Darlington, OH
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Darlington vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Darlington, OH by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Darlington over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Darlington
Recent reviews for independent living in Darlington
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
Amber Park Senior Living in Pickerington, OH
4.8
From our first visit to the facility, I have been impressed. The staff is extremely kind and accommodating. The building is very clean and well kept. "Change" for my mom can be challenging, but the staff has handled it all with Grace. We are very pleased to have mom mom reside at Amber Park
Danbury of Millersburg
5.0
An absolute 5 on all categories. They are so kind and friendly, and we hear the food is fantastic. Our friend loves it there, and she loved it from the 1st week. Whenever we needed help moving big items in for her, their maintenance guy helped us. It's just has a homey atmosphere and with ...
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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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.3%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
35.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
18.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Middleton Senior Living, StoryPoint Pickerington and Danbury of Columbus are the top-rated independent living facilities near Darlington, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 282 independent living facilities near Darlington, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Darlington, Ohio are Middleton Senior Living, StoryPoint Pickerington and Danbury of Columbus. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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