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Assisted living costs in Darlington average about $4,242 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 36 communities in Darlington. Our detailed directory has 407 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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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
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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Our mother has been in independent living for three years and is thriving. Some areas are a little worn but they've been continually redoing areas. It's very clean. Until Covid restrictions she took...
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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We have been very please with everything Azalea has to offer . I feel dad has settled in very comfortably in his new home . Thank you very much for making his transition as easy as possible.
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.
The Azalea Estates of Gonzales is an assisted living community designed to be welcoming, relaxing, and supportive located in Gonzales, Louisiana. Known for its spacious property and beautiful landscapes, this assisted living community is only minutes from the larger Gonzales area including its...
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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 assisted living in Darlington, LA

The average cost of senior living in Darlington is $4,242 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Slaughter, LA with an average of $4,028 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Darlington, LA vs. nearby cities

Darlington, LA
$4,242/mo
$4,142/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Darlington, LA vs. the state and national average

Darlington, LA
$4,242/mo
U.S. national average
$4,683/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Darlington vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,242/mo
$4,217/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Darlington, LA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,353/mo
Studio
$4,230/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,354/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,903/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Darlington over time

Darlington, LALA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Darlington, LA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Darlington.

What families are saying about assisted living in Darlington

Recent reviews for assisted living in Darlington

Oakwood Village Assisted Living in Zachary, LA

4.1
The staff and residents are very nice and they would be happy with Oakwood Village. It's a place I would recommend to others. We picked this community, because of the friendliness of staf and cost.

Southside Gardens in Baton Rouge, LA

4.6
Mom has settled in well at Southside Gardens and is making new friends. She enjoys the patio home type atmosphere and the smaller number of residents on site.

The Pearl at Jamestown in Baton Rouge, LA

5.0
I have been very pleased with the facility. They try very hard to keep the residents occupied for the most part. They serve well balanced meals and snacks. The staff has been really great with my husband as he is one that doesn't stay still most of the time.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff in various communities. At The Phoenix at Hammond, they are described as going above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and families are kept informed. At Holly Court Assisted Living and Memory Care, the staff's friend ...
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Nice facilities with cleanliness as a priority. Reviews consistently comment on the cleanliness and overall nice appearance of the communities, such as Sunrise at Siegen and Sunrise of Baton Rouge, which are praised for their neatness and well-kept grounds.
Variety of activities to engage residents. Families appreciate the wide range of activities offered at communities, with Avanti Senior living at Covington and Holly Court Assisted Living and Memory Care being examples of places where residents find joy in daily activities and social events.
Comfortable and homelike atmosphere. Residents and their families describe various communities, including Francois Bend Senior Living and Memory Care and Oakwood Village Assisted Living, as warm and welcoming, creating a homelike environment that makes residents feel at ease.
Reasonably priced and good value for cost. Several reviews highlight the affordability of communities, such as The Trace Senior Community and Williamsburg Senior Living Community, despite offering quality care and services.
Supportive and compassionate care. Many families express their gratitude for the compassionate care provided by staff, with communities like Francois Bend Senior Living and Memory Care and The Parc Senior Living being commended for their dedication to residents' emotional and physical well-being.
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Darlington review score based on 130 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 130 reviews of 32 Darlington assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Darlington review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Darlington review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Darlington, LA32 facilities
8.1
Greensburg, LA41 facilities
8.3
Clinton, LA31 facilities

Review subcategories for Darlington assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 130 reviews of 32 Darlington assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Darlington resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Darlington, LA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Darlington assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darlington assisted 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 care services in Darlington assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Darlington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Darlington, LANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.8%
34.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.1%
48.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.3%
53.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Darlington assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Darlington Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Darlington, LANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.9%
52.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.3%
33.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.3%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.6%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Darlington assisted living

Assisted 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, LANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.9%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
59.4%
38.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.4%
36.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Darlington assisted living

Our assisted 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, LANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
53.1%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darlington assisted 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 assisted living communities in Darlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darlington, LANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.4%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.8%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.6%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.3%
38.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
46.9%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Darlington

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Louisiana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Darlington protect seniors.

Learn about Louisiana Assisted Living regulations

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Sunrise at Siegen, Sunrise of Baton Rouge and Williamsburg Senior Living Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Darlington, Louisiana. See full list of communities.

There are 36 assisted living facilities near Darlington, Louisiana. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Darlington, Louisiana is Sunrise at Siegen. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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