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10 Best Independent Living Communities in New Castle County, DE

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 22 independent living facilities in New Castle County, 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 Forest Park, Kentmere and Buttonwood.
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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.
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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: 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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Riverwalk Senior Apartments are located in historic Salem, Salem County, New Jersey. The Salem Court House was erected in 1735 and still serves as city administrative offices and has the original bell inside this amazing American monument. Salem also has a marvelous Aquatic nursery for a...
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Cost of independent living in New Castle County, DE

The average cost of senior living in New Castle County is $3,988 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,545 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in New Castle County, DE vs. nearby counties

New Castle County, DE
$3,988/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in New Castle County, DE vs. the state and national average

New Castle County, DE
$3,988/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in New Castle County vs. other types of senior living

$5,459/mo
Independent Living
$3,988/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in New Castle County, DE by room type

Semi-Private
$5,574/mo
Studio
$5,704/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,981/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,134/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in New Castle County

Recent reviews for independent living in New Castle County

Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE

4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Brookdale Hockessin

4.7
We chose Brookdale Hockessin because of the convenient location of the facility for family, the food looked really good, and the staff members here are really great. They keep in great communication with us and let us know what is going on. My dad loves the food, they are chef prepared meals ...
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Woodlea Elderly Apartments in Wilmington, DE

4.1
Woodlea is HUD senior independent housing, thus the rent is 30% of adjusted income plus electric, which is all utilities. It is a 6 floor building with 100 one bedroom 500 sq. ft. apartments. It is located in Pikes Creek; a nice area outside of the city. The building is well managed and ...
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New Castle County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Castle County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Castle County, 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 New Castle County 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 New Castle County 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
10%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in New Castle County 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 New Castle County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
New Castle County, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
10%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Castle County 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 New Castle County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.7%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
10%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Foulk Living, Forwood Manor and Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills are the top-rated independent living facilities near New Castle County, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 22 independent living facilities near New Castle County, Delaware. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in New Castle County, Delaware are Lorelton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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