Seniors looking for a peaceful place to retire may find Delaware suits their needs. The state is known for its pristine beaches, mild weather and quaint towns, but even in one of Delaware’s seaside retreats, seniors aren’t far from the action. Major cities like Baltimore, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. are just a short drive away, and there are big city attractions in the state, with shopping, arts and dining easy to find in Wilmington.
Delaware has other attractions besides the miles of shoreline. Almost 20% of the state’s 990,000 residents are aged 65 and older, so there are plenty of services and amenities designed for older adults. The state is also known for being tax-friendly due to a lack of inheritance and sales taxes and generous income tax deductions for retirees. Seniors can find good health care locally, and some of the country’s best hospitals are within driving distance if complex care is required.
The cost for independent living communities in Delaware averages $4,348 per month. This guide includes further information about the cost of independent living in the state, how to fund a transition to an independent living community and some of the resources available for seniors in the state.
The Cost of Independent Living in Delaware
Note: Because there are no reliable sources of cost data for Independent Living, we used the 2021 Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey to estimate expenses. We took the cost of Assisted Living in Genworth’s study and subtracted 35% from this amount because Independent Living generally costs 30-40% less than Assisted Living.
Delaware is bordered by Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania: New Jersey is the only state with a higher cost of Independent Living than Delaware, averaging $4,222 per month. Maryland’s average monthly cost of $3,185 is $712 less than Delaware’s and Pennsylvania’s cost is significantly less at $1,232 each month. Nearby, Virginia and West Virginia also have lower costs of Independent Living at $3,413 and $2,704, respectively. The state’s cost is also higher than the national average by $972.
The average cost of Independent Living in Delaware’s capital is higher than the state average, but only by $50. Compared to the capital cities in adjacent states, Dover is $809 a month more expensive than Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, but $1,347 less expensive than Trenton, New Jersey. Cost data wasn’t available for Maryland’s capital, but the cost of Independent Living in its most populous city Baltimore is lower than Dover’s by $859.
Independent Living is only one type of senior living community and generally offers little to no hands-on care. For those needing some help, Assisted Living in Delaware averages $5,995. Seniors needing extensive care can expect to pay $12,273 for a semiprivate room or $12,577 for a private room in a Nursing Home Care facility. Delaware seniors can also opt to receive care in their own homes with In-Home Care and Home Health Care averaging $5,339 per month. Finally, seniors who need nonresidential care will find Adult Day Health Care options in Delaware at around $1,661 per month.
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
Nursing Home Care (private room)
Can You Use Medicare or Medicaid to Pay for Independent Living in Delaware?
Unfortunately, you cannot use Medicaid and Medicare to help pay the monthly fee for residing in an Independent Living community. For seniors who need help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), there may be financial assistance programs available to help cover the cost of care in Independent Living. For more information about financial assistance for those who need a higher level of care, read our guide to Assisted Living in Delaware.
Read on for more information about using alternative means to make Independent Living more affordable, such as retirement funds, the sale of a home, etc.
Paying for Independent Living in Delaware
There are many ways for seniors to fund a move into an independent living community. For older adults who are downsizing, the proceeds of the sale of their homes can be used for independent living. Homeowners can also rent out their existing homes or take out a reverse mortgage to help fund the transition. Seniors may be able to use their existing income to cover monthly expenses as housing, transportation and meals are often included. Our independent living page has more information about paying for independent living.
Independent Living Resources in Delaware
Independent living communities are designed for people who can still live independently, but it’s still good to know that support is available when it’s needed. Below is a selection of resources available to help people in Delaware as they age.
1-800-223-9075
The Division on Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities helps coordinate long-term services and support and is the state’s Area Agency on Aging. In addition to analyzing data to help assess future needs, DSAAPD advocates for seniors, implements health promotion programs and operates or contracts a range of services for older adults, such as adult protective services, respite care and long-term care options counseling.
1-800-223-9074
The Delaware ADRC is the state’s access point for information about the resources available to seniors. In addition to an online database that lists local resources, seniors can call the ADRC for options counseling, referrals and assistance enrolling in different programs.
1-800-336-9500
A division of the Department of Insurance, the Delaware Medicare Assistance Bureau provides free health insurance counseling for anyone who has Medicare. Trained volunteers can help seniors make decisions about insurance plans, supplemental Medigap insurance and prescription drug coverage. DMAB can also assist with billing queries, prescription savings and other questions. Counselors can provide assistance in person or via telephone.
New Castle County: (800) 870-3284Kent County: (302) 739-6885Sussex County: (302) 856-7946
The Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative helps Delawareans access tools that can help them live independently. DATI allows people to try assistive technology at community events and has resource centers where specialists can help people identify supportive tools. DATI also facilitates an assistive technology exchange where people can access lightly used equipment at wholesale prices and has demonstrations and loan equipment available.
New Castle County: (302) 575-0660Kent County: (302) 674-8500Sussex County: (302) 856-0038
The Elder Law Program provides legal assistance to Delaware residents aged 60 and over. There are no financial eligibility requirements for the program, and the services provided are free. The program provides assistance with a limited range of problems, mainly relating to issues that impact older adults. This includes powers of attorney, advanced health care directives, guardianships and issues with benefits.
Contact a local center
There are senior centers found in many communities around Delaware. The services provided by these centers vary, but most offer social activities, group outings and fitness classes. Some also have nutrition programs such as home-delivered and congregate meals.
COVID-19 Rules for Independent Living in Delaware
The following information is based on research done on several government websites, including coronavirus.delaware.gov. These rules apply to Independent Living Communities and other types of senior living facilities. We’ve most recently updated this data on 2/3/2022, but since COVID-19 is a rapidly evolving pandemic, contact your local senior living facility or Area Agency on Aging for more specific and up-to-date information.
Visitation Policies
Rules for Delaware Communities
Are loved ones allowed to visit to provide emotional support?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Are relatives allowed to visit for end-of-life care?
Yes
Are residents required to quarantine after visiting with a loved one?
No
Are visitors required to wear PPE (including masks) in order to visit residents?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Are non-medical contractors (such as hairdressers and entertainers) allowed in senior living facilities?
Yes
Are visitors checked for elevated temperatures?
Yes
Are visitors required to answer questions about health, travel, and potential virus contact?
Yes
Outings & Social Activities
Rules for Delaware Communities
Are residents allowed to leave (errands, visiting family, etc.) for non-medical reasons?
Yes
Are residents who leave required to quarantine when they return?
No (Conditions Apply)
Are senior living communities required to cancel all group outings?
No
Are residents allowed to eat meals together in a common area?
Yes
Are residents allowed to gather in common areas for group activites?
Yes
COVID-19 Safety Measures for Staff and Residents
Rules for Delaware Communities
Are staff members regularly required to do a temperature check?
Yes
Are staff members regularly tested for COVID-19?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Are staff members members regularly required to do a health and safety screening, including questions about travel, contact with positive cases, etc?
Yes
Are residents regularly screened for COVID-19 symptoms?
Yes
Are residents regularly checked for elevated temperatures?
Yes
Are residents regularly tested for COVID-19?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Find Independent Living Communities in Delaware
Use the tool below to find Independent Living Communities near you – if you’d like to search in a specific city in Delaware, simply put that in the search bar below.
Directory of Independent Living Communities in Wilmington, DE
1212 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Foulk Living was very modern. Overall, it was a beautiful facility. They have 24-hour care, a salon, a courtyard, a lot of different activities for their residents, and free transportation. They had p
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Foulk Living was very modern. Overall, it was a beautiful facility. They have 24-hour care, a salon, a courtyard, a lot of different activities for their residents, and free transportation. They had pretty much everything. The staff was great. They were very knowledgeable and very friendly. The dining area was small, but it was very cozy, and very well decorated with very nice furniture.
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Foulk Living was very modern. Overall, it was a beautiful facility. They have 24-hour care, a salon, a courtyard, a lot of different activities for their residents, and free transportation. They had p
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Foulk Living was very modern. Overall, it was a beautiful facility. They have 24-hour care, a salon, a courtyard, a lot of different activities for their residents, and free transportation. They had pretty much everything. The staff was great. They were very knowledgeable and very friendly. The dining area was small, but it was very cozy, and very well decorated with very nice furniture.
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2723 Shipley Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Shipley Manor is a full service rental retirement community located in North Wilmington. Shipley Manor serves seniors in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care. We are convenien
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Shipley Manor is a full service rental retirement community located in North Wilmington. Shipley Manor serves seniors in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care. We are conveniently located near 95 and the airport, shopping, theaters, and local hospitals
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Shipley Manor is a full service rental retirement community located in North Wilmington. Shipley Manor serves seniors in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care. We are convenien
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Shipley Manor is a full service rental retirement community located in North Wilmington. Shipley Manor serves seniors in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care. We are conveniently located near 95 and the airport, shopping, theaters, and local hospitals
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2210 Swiss Lane, Wilmington, DE, 19810
Ivy Gables was very nice. The person that I had contact with was lovely and very caring. She wanted to make sure it was the right match for my mom. She went out of her way completely. It’s just like h
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Ivy Gables was very nice. The person that I had contact with was lovely and very caring. She wanted to make sure it was the right match for my mom. She went out of her way completely. It’s just like home. But it was little overpriced for us right now. I was there during lunch, and the food smelled good. I saw people in activities. They seemed very happy. It’s a very small place, but it was very personal. They have a lovely garden area. The place was lovely. They also handed me a box of homemade cookies. It was very quaint, and it was very nice.
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Ivy Gables was very nice. The person that I had contact with was lovely and very caring. She wanted to make sure it was the right match for my mom. She went out of her way completely. It’s just like h
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Ivy Gables was very nice. The person that I had contact with was lovely and very caring. She wanted to make sure it was the right match for my mom. She went out of her way completely. It’s just like home. But it was little overpriced for us right now. I was there during lunch, and the food smelled good. I saw people in activities. They seemed very happy. It’s a very small place, but it was very personal. They have a lovely garden area. The place was lovely. They also handed me a box of homemade cookies. It was very quaint, and it was very nice.
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1005 North Franklin Street, Wilmington, DE, 19806
Ingleside Homes, Inc., in Wilmington, Delaware offers both independent and assisted living options for seniors. This community is centrally located near Cool Springs Park. Residents rave about the man
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Ingleside Homes, Inc., in Wilmington, Delaware offers both independent and assisted living options for seniors. This community is centrally located near Cool Springs Park. Residents rave about the many activities, including everything from book clubs to live musical performances. The regular bingo nights and full activities calendar gets plenty of positive mentions, and visitors are often pleasantly surprised by the upbeat and friendly staff. The amenities get just as many thumbs up with an on-site beauty parlor, computer room, part space, general store, gift shop and garden. Ingleside Homes staff is there to schedule transportation for outings.
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Ingleside Homes, Inc., in Wilmington, Delaware offers both independent and assisted living options for seniors. This community is centrally located near Cool Springs Park. Residents rave about the man
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Ingleside Homes, Inc., in Wilmington, Delaware offers both independent and assisted living options for seniors. This community is centrally located near Cool Springs Park. Residents rave about the many activities, including everything from book clubs to live musical performances. The regular bingo nights and full activities calendar gets plenty of positive mentions, and visitors are often pleasantly surprised by the upbeat and friendly staff. The amenities get just as many thumbs up with an on-site beauty parlor, computer room, part space, general store, gift shop and garden. Ingleside Homes staff is there to schedule transportation for outings.
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1912 Marsh Road, Wilmington, DE, 19810
Forwood Manor is located in the northern Wilmington suburb of Talleys Corner, approximately six miles north of Wilmington. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the multitude of independent living
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Forwood Manor is located in the northern Wilmington suburb of Talleys Corner, approximately six miles north of Wilmington. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the multitude of independent living options, depending on the space needed, and residents speak glowingly of the community and its friendliness. Residents and visitors refer to the dining area’s meals as restaurant quality and are pleased with being able to eat at any time of the day. Residents enjoy having a pet-friendly community and engage in a wide range of activities, including sewing groups, cooking classes, group trips and exercise classes.
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Forwood Manor is located in the northern Wilmington suburb of Talleys Corner, approximately six miles north of Wilmington. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the multitude of independent living
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Forwood Manor is located in the northern Wilmington suburb of Talleys Corner, approximately six miles north of Wilmington. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the multitude of independent living options, depending on the space needed, and residents speak glowingly of the community and its friendliness. Residents and visitors refer to the dining area’s meals as restaurant quality and are pleased with being able to eat at any time of the day. Residents enjoy having a pet-friendly community and engage in a wide range of activities, including sewing groups, cooking classes, group trips and exercise classes.
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1701 W 10th Street, Wilmington, DE, 19805
Some of the staff is friendly. They require evey visitor to sign in and out and they are very strict about that. Even if you’re only walking your relative in the door. I had one experience where I for
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Some of the staff is friendly. They require evey visitor to sign in and out and they are very strict about that. Even if you’re only walking your relative in the door. I had one experience where I forgot to sign in and out and the lady at the front desk gave me a hard time about it. They check on all of the residents evcery day. They have a policy in plave where every resident has to put a card on their door knob by a certain time of the morning which helps them with their daily checks. The facility provides 3 meals a day at a very reasonable cost. There are many different activities going on all the time to kep residents entertained and happy. My mother even has a job there helping out with the lanscaping. Of the 2 facilities my mother has lived in, this is by far her favorite. She’s never been happier there and that makes me happy.
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Some of the staff is friendly. They require evey visitor to sign in and out and they are very strict about that. Even if you’re only walking your relative in the door. I had one experience where I for
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Some of the staff is friendly. They require evey visitor to sign in and out and they are very strict about that. Even if you’re only walking your relative in the door. I had one experience where I forgot to sign in and out and the lady at the front desk gave me a hard time about it. They check on all of the residents evcery day. They have a policy in plave where every resident has to put a card on their door knob by a certain time of the morning which helps them with their daily checks. The facility provides 3 meals a day at a very reasonable cost. There are many different activities going on all the time to kep residents entertained and happy. My mother even has a job there helping out with the lanscaping. Of the 2 facilities my mother has lived in, this is by far her favorite. She’s never been happier there and that makes me happy.
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1420 N. Franklin street, Wilmington, DE, 19806
Lutheran Senior Services-Luther Towers II, an assisted living community in Wilmington, Delaware, is located near restaurants, shopping and Brandywine Park, home of the Brandywine Zoo and Baynard Stadi
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Lutheran Senior Services-Luther Towers II, an assisted living community in Wilmington, Delaware, is located near restaurants, shopping and Brandywine Park, home of the Brandywine Zoo and Baynard Stadium. Regular trips to local attractions keep seniors active and let them explore their surroundings. Reviewers often mention the exceptional amenities which include a beauty/barber shop, coffee shop, general store and computer room. Seniors also enjoy inviting guests to share the delicious meals served in the dining room. Another option that gets seniors smiling is the pet policy which allows small pets to live with residents.
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Lutheran Senior Services-Luther Towers II, an assisted living community in Wilmington, Delaware, is located near restaurants, shopping and Brandywine Park, home of the Brandywine Zoo and Baynard Stadi
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Lutheran Senior Services-Luther Towers II, an assisted living community in Wilmington, Delaware, is located near restaurants, shopping and Brandywine Park, home of the Brandywine Zoo and Baynard Stadium. Regular trips to local attractions keep seniors active and let them explore their surroundings. Reviewers often mention the exceptional amenities which include a beauty/barber shop, coffee shop, general store and computer room. Seniors also enjoy inviting guests to share the delicious meals served in the dining room. Another option that gets seniors smiling is the pet policy which allows small pets to live with residents.
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1201 N. Harrison Street, Wilmington, DE, 19806
Lutheran Seniors Services-Luther Towers I is located in the heart of Wilmington, Delaware, with trolley square and downtown just outside the doors. Residents in the tower are excited by the recent ren
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Lutheran Seniors Services-Luther Towers I is located in the heart of Wilmington, Delaware, with trolley square and downtown just outside the doors. Residents in the tower are excited by the recent renovations and visitors like the new windows and fresh fixtures. Seniors enjoy the independence of a private apartment with the option to enjoy the delicious meals served in the dining room. Many residents mention their joy at being able to bring a beloved cat or dog with them. Luther Towers offers reserved resident parking and staff are always on hand to help arrange transportation for residents.
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Lutheran Seniors Services-Luther Towers I is located in the heart of Wilmington, Delaware, with trolley square and downtown just outside the doors. Residents in the tower are excited by the recent ren
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Lutheran Seniors Services-Luther Towers I is located in the heart of Wilmington, Delaware, with trolley square and downtown just outside the doors. Residents in the tower are excited by the recent renovations and visitors like the new windows and fresh fixtures. Seniors enjoy the independence of a private apartment with the option to enjoy the delicious meals served in the dining room. Many residents mention their joy at being able to bring a beloved cat or dog with them. Luther Towers offers reserved resident parking and staff are always on hand to help arrange transportation for residents.
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4800 Lancaster Pike, Wilmington, DE, 19807
1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilmington, DE, 19806
Rodney Court looked more like a home than a facility. The rooms were chopped up and the bathroom was small. There was no radiator in the rooms. The staff though were very nice.
Rodney Court looked more like a home than a facility. The rooms were chopped up and the bathroom was small. There was no radiator in the rooms. The staff though were very nice.
900-912 S Market St, Wilmington, DE, 19801
300 Franklin Drive, Glen Mills, PA, 19342
We visited Ivy Creek Gracious Retirement Living, it was a nice place. Everything is there, the activities, and all the meals are included. The one thing my parents wouldn’t like is that they had to be
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We visited Ivy Creek Gracious Retirement Living, it was a nice place. Everything is there, the activities, and all the meals are included. The one thing my parents wouldn’t like is that they had to be in the dining room for all the meals, they’d want their meals in their apartment. So that was the only drawback. The room had a refrigerator and a little kitchen, but the price was too high for them. That was the main issue. In terms of activities, they had different things like a men’s club and a women’s club. The dining room looked very nice, and they decorate for different holidays and different occasions. They have a manager 24-7, and in case of emergency they’d go into the residence and there’s always someone there, so that was nice. All the apartments are on the upper level where they are, depending on who took stuff in, and that was nice. It looked like a nice place, if you have a car you could park there, it’s easy to access for handicapped. There’s an elevator and everything’s accessible for older people.
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We visited Ivy Creek Gracious Retirement Living, it was a nice place. Everything is there, the activities, and all the meals are included. The one thing my parents wouldn’t like is that they had to be
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We visited Ivy Creek Gracious Retirement Living, it was a nice place. Everything is there, the activities, and all the meals are included. The one thing my parents wouldn’t like is that they had to be in the dining room for all the meals, they’d want their meals in their apartment. So that was the only drawback. The room had a refrigerator and a little kitchen, but the price was too high for them. That was the main issue. In terms of activities, they had different things like a men’s club and a women’s club. The dining room looked very nice, and they decorate for different holidays and different occasions. They have a manager 24-7, and in case of emergency they’d go into the residence and there’s always someone there, so that was nice. All the apartments are on the upper level where they are, depending on who took stuff in, and that was nice. It looked like a nice place, if you have a car you could park there, it’s easy to access for handicapped. There’s an elevator and everything’s accessible for older people.
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4949 Ogletown-Stanton Road, Newark, DE, 19713
We had a good tour of Churchman Village. My questions were answered. The place, the program they had, and everything looked good. The one-bedroom apartment was good. The size was nice. Everything was
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We had a good tour of Churchman Village. My questions were answered. The place, the program they had, and everything looked good. The one-bedroom apartment was good. The size was nice. Everything was great. The person who did the tour was very polite. She answered all my questions and gave me information and brochures. You can get help when you need it and able to be independent at the same time.
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We had a good tour of Churchman Village. My questions were answered. The place, the program they had, and everything looked good. The one-bedroom apartment was good. The size was nice. Everything was
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We had a good tour of Churchman Village. My questions were answered. The place, the program they had, and everything looked good. The one-bedroom apartment was good. The size was nice. Everything was great. The person who did the tour was very polite. She answered all my questions and gave me information and brochures. You can get help when you need it and able to be independent at the same time.
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1778 Wilmington Pike, Glen Mills, PA, 19342
The Residence at Chadd’s Ford was lovely. I had a very thorough tour of the three different apartments in the whole building that we were allowed to tour. The chef sent me home with a pie, and it was
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The Residence at Chadd’s Ford was lovely. I had a very thorough tour of the three different apartments in the whole building that we were allowed to tour. The chef sent me home with a pie, and it was delicious, boxed and hot right out of the oven. It’s wonderful. The place was beautiful. The rooms were small, but beautifully done and beautifully decorated. It had a very cute closet, and the coat closet and pantry were shared. It would be a very huge transition for most people, from one independent living to another, unless you needed some physical care. It would be a consideration for me for a stopover. If I needed to go someplace, it would be a good choice, but for long time stay, it’s not enough for my husband.
The staff who gave me the tour was wonderful. It’s the first of my looking, so I have to take the size as a consideration, that maybe this is just standard. It would be something to really get your head around on how much downsizing we’re talking about. Some of these places are only as big as my bedroom. Their villa room was beautiful. Two of these rooms had a beautiful scenery, the rest of them, you look down on a major road. There were some cons, and that major road was definitely one of them, because that’s not what I would wanna look at.
They were all doing some kind of a book club when we walked by, but because of COVID, we really didn’t go near any of the people. There wasn’t anyone in the gym, but the place was only 40% capacity since the place is new. There was not a lot of activity going on, but I saw the activities up on the board. They had yoga and different things. They didn’t have any amenities, like a pool, but they had lots of game rooms and social gathering areas. It’s a beautiful place, but I don’t know if I could live in something that small, even though it had all the other big rooms to visit and amenities.
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The Residence at Chadd’s Ford was lovely. I had a very thorough tour of the three different apartments in the whole building that we were allowed to tour. The chef sent me home with a pie, and it was
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The Residence at Chadd’s Ford was lovely. I had a very thorough tour of the three different apartments in the whole building that we were allowed to tour. The chef sent me home with a pie, and it was delicious, boxed and hot right out of the oven. It’s wonderful. The place was beautiful. The rooms were small, but beautifully done and beautifully decorated. It had a very cute closet, and the coat closet and pantry were shared. It would be a very huge transition for most people, from one independent living to another, unless you needed some physical care. It would be a consideration for me for a stopover. If I needed to go someplace, it would be a good choice, but for long time stay, it’s not enough for my husband.
The staff who gave me the tour was wonderful. It’s the first of my looking, so I have to take the size as a consideration, that maybe this is just standard. It would be something to really get your head around on how much downsizing we’re talking about. Some of these places are only as big as my bedroom. Their villa room was beautiful. Two of these rooms had a beautiful scenery, the rest of them, you look down on a major road. There were some cons, and that major road was definitely one of them, because that’s not what I would wanna look at.
They were all doing some kind of a book club when we walked by, but because of COVID, we really didn’t go near any of the people. There wasn’t anyone in the gym, but the place was only 40% capacity since the place is new. There was not a lot of activity going on, but I saw the activities up on the board. They had yoga and different things. They didn’t have any amenities, like a pool, but they had lots of game rooms and social gathering areas. It’s a beautiful place, but I don’t know if I could live in something that small, even though it had all the other big rooms to visit and amenities.
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200 Maris Grove Way, Glen Mills, PA, 19342
Maris Grove was very nice and cozy. You walk in there and it was like stepping into a really big hotel that looked beautiful. They had theaters and different eating areas. The walking areas were nice.
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Maris Grove was very nice and cozy. You walk in there and it was like stepping into a really big hotel that looked beautiful. They had theaters and different eating areas. The walking areas were nice. We saw the apartment and that was very nice, too. We also saw residents gathered together playing cards and doing crafts, and that looked great. It looked like a nice place to live. The staff that we met was very pleasant.
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Maris Grove was very nice and cozy. You walk in there and it was like stepping into a really big hotel that looked beautiful. They had theaters and different eating areas. The walking areas were nice.
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Maris Grove was very nice and cozy. You walk in there and it was like stepping into a really big hotel that looked beautiful. They had theaters and different eating areas. The walking areas were nice. We saw the apartment and that was very nice, too. We also saw residents gathered together playing cards and doing crafts, and that looked great. It looked like a nice place to live. The staff that we met was very pleasant.
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5850 Limestone Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707
Located in a residential neighborhood of Hockessin, Delaware, The Summit is just minutes from Mendenhall Village Park and a short drive from Delcastle Recreation Area. According to visitors, this faci
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Located in a residential neighborhood of Hockessin, Delaware, The Summit is just minutes from Mendenhall Village Park and a short drive from Delcastle Recreation Area. According to visitors, this facility has windows that let in plenty of natural light and resident rooms that are nicely decorated and spacious with high ceilings. Guests also note the variety of available activities such as bingo, live entertainment and holiday-themed events. Additionally, residents are sometimes taken on off-site shopping trips. Visitors say that the community’s staff members are friendly and take the time to learn the names of all the residents.
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Located in a residential neighborhood of Hockessin, Delaware, The Summit is just minutes from Mendenhall Village Park and a short drive from Delcastle Recreation Area. According to visitors, this faci
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Located in a residential neighborhood of Hockessin, Delaware, The Summit is just minutes from Mendenhall Village Park and a short drive from Delcastle Recreation Area. According to visitors, this facility has windows that let in plenty of natural light and resident rooms that are nicely decorated and spacious with high ceilings. Guests also note the variety of available activities such as bingo, live entertainment and holiday-themed events. Additionally, residents are sometimes taken on off-site shopping trips. Visitors say that the community’s staff members are friendly and take the time to learn the names of all the residents.
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4031 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE, 19807
My father was in the independent-living part of Stonegates. He’s in their healthcare wing now, and the nursing staff is extremely attentive. If you’re in the independent living, it’s like living in a
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My father was in the independent-living part of Stonegates. He’s in their healthcare wing now, and the nursing staff is extremely attentive. If you’re in the independent living, it’s like living in a resort, and it’s quite a nice place to live. Every Friday during the summer, they do barbecue for all the residents. They do field trips to the theater, movies, ice cream parlors, and weekly runs to the grocery store nearby. They have bocce ball, a putting green, tai-chi, bingo, sing-alongs, and they bring in musicians. It’s fantastic; I wish I could live there now.
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My father was in the independent-living part of Stonegates. He’s in their healthcare wing now, and the nursing staff is extremely attentive. If you’re in the independent living, it’s like living in a
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My father was in the independent-living part of Stonegates. He’s in their healthcare wing now, and the nursing staff is extremely attentive. If you’re in the independent living, it’s like living in a resort, and it’s quite a nice place to live. Every Friday during the summer, they do barbecue for all the residents. They do field trips to the theater, movies, ice cream parlors, and weekly runs to the grocery store nearby. They have bocce ball, a putting green, tai-chi, bingo, sing-alongs, and they bring in musicians. It’s fantastic; I wish I could live there now.
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135 Jeandell Drive, Newark, DE, 19713
Marydale Retirement Village seemed very welcoming. From what I saw, they appear to help the people in there a lot. They even have a food bank in there. The staff was excellent, very welcoming, and ver
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Marydale Retirement Village seemed very welcoming. From what I saw, they appear to help the people in there a lot. They even have a food bank in there. The staff was excellent, very welcoming, and very helpful. There is a person who has been working with me for the last three weeks. She is trying to get me in there. I haven’t had a tour inside the rooms, but they look small from the outside. They have wi-fi. They have a washer and dryer in each unit, so that’s a good thing.
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Marydale Retirement Village seemed very welcoming. From what I saw, they appear to help the people in there a lot. They even have a food bank in there. The staff was excellent, very welcoming, and ver
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Marydale Retirement Village seemed very welcoming. From what I saw, they appear to help the people in there a lot. They even have a food bank in there. The staff was excellent, very welcoming, and very helpful. There is a person who has been working with me for the last three weeks. She is trying to get me in there. I haven’t had a tour inside the rooms, but they look small from the outside. They have wi-fi. They have a washer and dryer in each unit, so that’s a good thing.
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808 Conchester Highway, Boothwyn, PA, 19061
I got my mom into an income-based, independent living apartment complex. It is pretty nice, so we’re all good. It’s called Park View at Naaman’s Creek. They have a community room where they have movie
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I got my mom into an income-based, independent living apartment complex. It is pretty nice, so we’re all good. It’s called Park View at Naaman’s Creek. They have a community room where they have movie evenings and sometimes guests, but not right now. I think they’re going to restart that in late March because they have shut that down. They have laundry on the first floor. There are trash chutes on every floor, so it is easy for you to go and empty your trash, and then there’s a game/community room, a little library area, and a computer room as well. There are no dining services, so you cook for yourself. It’s very nice. The staff is attentive. If you have an issue, you can call them, and they get right back to you. They have an in-house hairdresser so you can go and get your haircut and a little wash, and I believe they have a nurse who comes in here and there.
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I got my mom into an income-based, independent living apartment complex. It is pretty nice, so we’re all good. It’s called Park View at Naaman’s Creek. They have a community room where they have movie
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I got my mom into an income-based, independent living apartment complex. It is pretty nice, so we’re all good. It’s called Park View at Naaman’s Creek. They have a community room where they have movie evenings and sometimes guests, but not right now. I think they’re going to restart that in late March because they have shut that down. They have laundry on the first floor. There are trash chutes on every floor, so it is easy for you to go and empty your trash, and then there’s a game/community room, a little library area, and a computer room as well. There are no dining services, so you cook for yourself. It’s very nice. The staff is attentive. If you have an issue, you can call them, and they get right back to you. They have an in-house hairdresser so you can go and get your haircut and a little wash, and I believe they have a nurse who comes in here and there.
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7807 Gov. Printz Blvd., Claymont, DE, 19703
I toured the River Club Apartments. It was nice and friendly, a nice environment. The one bedroom I looked at was a little small. She quoted one price and then another price, so that’s what turned me
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I toured the River Club Apartments. It was nice and friendly, a nice environment. The one bedroom I looked at was a little small. She quoted one price and then another price, so that’s what turned me off, because I’m on a fixed income. That was difficult to do because I couldn’t pay that amount each month. Other than that, she was very friendly, and the place was very beautiful. I loved it. I would have liked a bigger place, because I just didn’t like that as soon as you walk in you see the kitchen and a living room, but the best part of the whole thing was the bathroom, because the bathroom was huge. I liked a little bit of kitchen though. I liked how they have so much that you can do there and so many things you can visit. They have a place where you can exercise, you can go out and sit on the balcony, and they also have it where you sometimes can have family members come, and you can entertain them out there, or you can just sit out there and relax and read. I liked it because I’m a quiet person and I like quiet. It was very quiet. They have cafeterias there.
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I toured the River Club Apartments. It was nice and friendly, a nice environment. The one bedroom I looked at was a little small. She quoted one price and then another price, so that’s what turned me
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I toured the River Club Apartments. It was nice and friendly, a nice environment. The one bedroom I looked at was a little small. She quoted one price and then another price, so that’s what turned me off, because I’m on a fixed income. That was difficult to do because I couldn’t pay that amount each month. Other than that, she was very friendly, and the place was very beautiful. I loved it. I would have liked a bigger place, because I just didn’t like that as soon as you walk in you see the kitchen and a living room, but the best part of the whole thing was the bathroom, because the bathroom was huge. I liked a little bit of kitchen though. I liked how they have so much that you can do there and so many things you can visit. They have a place where you can exercise, you can go out and sit on the balcony, and they also have it where you sometimes can have family members come, and you can entertain them out there, or you can just sit out there and relax and read. I liked it because I’m a quiet person and I like quiet. It was very quiet. They have cafeterias there.
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