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1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.8
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90 reviews
9.8
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90 reviews
5 star
84%
4 star
10%
3 star
2%
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1%
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3%
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My father has joined The Waterford family, and we have had nothing but positive experiences. All the staff that interacts, treats my father with dignity and respect. The staff have welcomed him as a part of...
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.
Have a lot of fun and live life to its fullest at The Waterford at Mansfield. Our Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Mansfield, Ohio, offers residents a vibrant lifestyle that encourages health and independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness...
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1515 Photos available
9.3
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103 reviews
9.3
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103 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
17%
3 star
1%
2 star
1%
1 star
2%
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My aunt was here for about a year-and-a-half and was treated with the highest level of dignity and respect. The last couple of months have been especially difficult as her Alzheimer's had gotten...
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.
Mansfield Place offers high quality senior living services in vibrant Mansifeld, Ohio. Known as 'The Fun Center of Ohio,' Mansfield is the largest city in the mid-Ohio region and has been featured in several blockbuster films including 'The Shawshank Redemption,' 'Air Force One' and 'Tango &...
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44 Floor plans available
8.9
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12 reviews
8.9
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12 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
25%
3 star
8%
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0%
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My kids all live in other states. They feel that I am safe and happy here. I often recommend Wedge Wood Estates to my friends
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.
Wedgewood Estates is owned and operated by a local family. Our professional staff are an extended part of our family and our residents and their families are quickly weaved into our wonderful family tapestry. The Manor House which offers personalized assisted living services is for those who are...
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7.5
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15 reviews
7.5
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15 reviews
5 star
60%
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20%
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What we like the most about Ontario Estates Senior Living is that the facility is very nice and accommodating to the residents. I wish they had more employees at times. Yes, we would recommend this community...
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.
Ontario Estates Senior Living, a Sinceri Senior Living community, provides short-term and long-term care services to seniors and families throughout Richland County, Ohio. The warm and welcoming community features outdoor patios, relaxing gardens, and plenty of cozy common spaces — perfect for...
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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
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, 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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Richland County, OH

The average cost of senior living in Richland County is $4,442 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Galion, OH with an average of $3,999 per month.

Assisted living costs in Richland County, OH, vs. nearby counties

Richland County, OH
$4,442/mo
$4,442/mo
$4,442/mo

Assisted living costs in Richland County, OH, vs. state and national averages

Richland County, OH
$4,442/mo
$4,591/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Richland County, OH, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,442/mo
$4,442/mo

Assisted living costs in Richland County, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,525/mo
Studio
$4,246/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,751/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,093/mo

Senior living costs in Richland County 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: Richland County, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRichland County, OHOhioU.S.
Assisted Living$4,442/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,442/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,100/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Richland County, OH:$4,442/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Richland County, OH:$4,442/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Richland County, OH:$4,100/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Richland County, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Richland County 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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Assisted living cost trends in Richland County, OH

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Richland County 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
Richland County, OH$4,793/mo$5,088/mo-5.8%
Ohio$5,186/mo$5,023/mo+3.2%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Richland County, OH
2024 average cost:$4,793/mo
2023 average cost:$5,088/mo
Percent change:-5.8%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$5,186/mo
2023 average cost:$5,023/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Richland County, OH

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 Richland County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Richland County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Richland County

Lutheran Village of Ashland

4.4
I like this community because it is smaller and there are not as many residents as there are in other communities. I feel like having a smaller community is beneficial to the residents that are here. They have activities here like ping pong, bingo, movies and popcorn and more for the residents ...
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Wedgewood Estates in Mansfield, OH

5.0
I would tell a friend to definitely check it out. That we have been there for a year and are extremely satisfied with everything.

Ontario Estates Senior Living in Mansfield, OH

5.0
I can not say enough good things about Ontario Estates. My grandma loves living there. The aides are always friendly, and helpful. They always have an activity to do or she's playing cards with her friends or visiting with her resident friends in the living room area. She's never complained ...
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Richland County review score based on 71 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 71 reviews of 8 Richland County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Richland County 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

Richland County review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Richland County, OH8 facilities
8.9
Mansfield, OH9 facilities
8.9
Ontario, OH11 facilities

Review subcategories for Richland County 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 71 reviews of 8 Richland County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Richland County 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.
Richland County, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.1
Friendliness
4.7
4.2
Care services
4.6
3.8
Staff
4.6
4.1
Meals & dining
4.3
3.7
Activities
4.3
3.7
Value for cost*
4.3
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Richland County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Richland County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Richland County, 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 Richland County 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 Richland County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Richland County, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Richland County 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 Richland County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Richland County, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Richland County 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 Richland County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Richland County, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Richland County 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 Richland County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Richland County, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Richland County 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 Richland County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Richland County, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Richland County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Ohio assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Richland County protect seniors.
Learn about Ohio assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Waterford at Mansfield, Trustwell Living at Mansfield Place and Wedgewood Estates are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Richland County, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 9 assisted living facilities near Richland County, Ohio. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Richland County, Ohio is The Waterford at Mansfield. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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