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Photo of Evergreen Senior Apartments
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The cleanliness is pretty good other than the elevators. The staff is very friendly. They do have activities available like game day for cards and things like that. Other than that they don't provide many...
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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.
2017 Best of Senior Living in Essex, MD by SeniorAdvisor.com Evergreen Senior Apartments is part of the Renaissance Square community in Essex, Maryland. This vibrant community features one and two bedroom apartments as well as plentiful green space, walking trails and eco-friendly design...
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Before deciding where to place my loved one, I was talking to representatives at other locations through the phone. This location was more ideal and the room that my loved one would get was more convenient,...
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.
Carneys Point Senior Apartments feature varies size one bedroom units with all utilities included in the rent. 1st floor units have walk in showers and handicap units available. Features include Walk in closets, Pantry closets, individual heat and AC. All units have dishwasher, garbage disposal,...
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My family really loves this place, my father is here and they have taken care of him wonderfully. Everyone that works here has been great, I like the fact that they seem like they love there jobs. A very...
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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Love living here! Everyone, residents and staff are very friendly. Pets are welcomed. I just wish that the times and days of the activities were different so that I could attend more of them, more often.
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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.
Cove Point Apartments offers a charming home for seniors ages 62 and over within the close-knit Dundalk community. Cove Point has convenient access to local services, entertainment, shopping, library and nearby medical facilities, as well as easy transportation to all the recreational attractions...
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Have been here since they open. It is convenient to stores and transportation The only problem is that some of the residents act like baby's. It is a he said she said environment. If you talk to one person...
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.
One Bedroom Apartment with Water Views is Available Now! Call today! The Greens at Logan Field offers charming, affordable 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for seniors 62 and over! The community features exciting amenities, as well as a convenient location near shopping in Dundalk. Our residents...
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Pretty expensive. Assisted living has concerts for activities, for memory care the activities vary. Food is delicious, we have eaten there several times and its amazing. They have a chef that went to a great...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
The Newest Retirement Community in Hockessin! The Suites at The Summit, our assisted living community complete with The Compass Memory Care community opened in Summer 2015. A Community Built with YOU in Mind Our staff is on hand 24/7, 365 days a year, for completion of personal care along with...
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I am renting from an owner. Very expensive. In a year's lease and wish I wasn't. I only deal with the condo owner for questions and maintenance issues. There is a lunch and dinner to choose from. Lunch...
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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.
SALISBURY’S FINEST LUXURY RETIREMENT RENTALSDid you know that you can rent Independent living apartments at Mallard Landing directly from their owners?Mallard Landing Retirement Community is a unique option in independent retirement living. Renting directly from condo owners allows you to avoid...
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I just think the people are good there and the environment is pleasing aesthetically. My mom is doing fine there. She likes it and she seems to like the food too.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Located in a wooded residential neighborhood just off route 24 in Bel Air, Maryland, award-winning Brightview Avondell features both Independent Living and Assisted Living apartment homes. The only retirement community of its kind in the area, casually elegant Brightview Avondell offers a...
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I am currently in the process of moving my mother-in-law into the "independent" living section of Brightview Avondell. The people are absolutely amazing and friendly and the facility is beautifully...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
From the moment you step inside you can sense the upbeat atmosphere of Brightview Bel Air in Bel Air, Maryland. Whether you're looking for potential-filled Assisted Living or award-winning Alzheimer's Care, Brightview Bel Air residents and their families find everything they need for a better,...
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My loved one, [name removed], came to Brightview from another facility. I knew neither he nor I could stay there another day and it was with great happiness we made the move to Brightview, South River,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Experience something new every day at Brightview South River. Begin your morning with a breakfast served to you in our restaurant-quality dining room, check your email in our media room, followed by a game of cards in one of our many living room areas. Participate in one of the many events...
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Photo of Cypress Creek Assisted Living
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From the director to the head nurses and the staff down the line, everyone made us feel like family. It's a lovely, quiet, gentle, place to live and for my husband who had cancer, to die. Everyone was...
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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Photo of Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick Island
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My Mom recently celebrated her 95th birthday. The staff at Brandywine couldn’t have done more to make her day more special. From her caregiver who dressed Mom up so beautifully-and accessorized to the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit. With on-site licensed nurses only steps away, 24 hours a...
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I can't thank the staff at The Atrium enough. My mom is so happy there. [name removed] as the director is working all hours for the betterment of the residents. [name removed], the activities director, is...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
We are excited to introduce you to our newly renovated community. At Churchman Village, we recently completed a $1.2M renovation, bringing state-of-the-art programming, care and amenities to our residents and families. Located in Newark, DE, home to the University of Delaware, as well as a number...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
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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
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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: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
     Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware.  We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware.  The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.

Cost of independent living in Petersburg, DE

The average cost of senior living in Petersburg is $4,027 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,545 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Petersburg, DE vs. nearby cities

Petersburg, DE
$4,027/mo
$5,867/mo
$5,867/mo

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

Petersburg, DE
$4,027/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Petersburg vs. other types of senior living

$5,828/mo
Independent Living
$4,027/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Petersburg, DE by room type

Semi-Private
$5,681/mo
Studio
$6,387/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,256/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,366/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,175/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Petersburg

Recent reviews for independent living in Petersburg

Sunrise of Severna Park

4.3
The location of the facility is great for family so we are able to visit often. The staff are very friendly and he really likes the woman who comes into clean the apartment. His apartment is comfortable, clean, and new. One thing he has brought up is that the dining room staff members do not ...
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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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Brightview Avondell in Bel Air, MD

5.0
My mother has been there just about a month now, and they're excellent. The personalized attention my mother gets makes her feel like she's on a cruise ship that hasn't left the dock. Every single member of the staff is exceptional. Avondell has 25 assisted living beds and I think about ...
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Petersburg independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Petersburg independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Petersburg, 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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Petersburg, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.5%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
21.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Petersburg 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 Petersburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Petersburg, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.2%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Petersburg 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 Petersburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Petersburg, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.4%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.7%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.7%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.4%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.2%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.9%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
17.7%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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There are 142 independent living facilities near Petersburg, Delaware. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Petersburg, Delaware are Lorelton, Peregrine Salisbury and Milford Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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