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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Woods Haven, DE

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Photo of Milford Place
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I found Milford Place to be a fine place to care for my mother during her final months. Care and service were consistent. Staff and administration were very responsive, communicative and caring. I would not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Milford Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community located in Milford Delaware. We offer senior living services to residents in the southern Delaware area and beyond. Known as the Gateway to Southern Delaware, Milford has a premiere location within 20 minutes of popular Delaware beaches like...
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My father was a resident at Brookdale Dover for 6 years. During his stay he was well cared for. His medications were dispensed. All meals provided. Housekeeping kept his apt. clean and tidy. The staff was...
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.
Here you’ll have the care you need so you can focus on the fun.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Dover with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take a tai chi...
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Outstanding facility, great staff, great food. Other residents are very friendly, helpful and just a great place to live. I'm 85 years old. Have a live from Spain to Korea with a military career. This is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Dover Place is an Enlivant senior living community nestled in a rural part of historic Dover, Delaware. Our rural setting provides the peace and tranquility that our residents desire, while our proximity to downtown Dover offers a world of entertainment and cultural activities, including The...
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3838 Floor plans available
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The staff are wonderful. The community is very welcoming and yes I would recommend the Harmony at Kent community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Harmony at Kent is a new community, opening Late Fall of 2021. We are supported by Harmony Senior Services based in Charleston, S.C. Our new community will have 195 apartments catering to Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Featuring a formal dining room, bistro- style restaurant...
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The overall experience has been a 5 at The Lodge. Staff members in all disciplines are kind, caring, respectful and trained to deal with Alzheimer's disease. My family member, age 71, was tremendously...
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.
A brand-new destination for senior living has arrived in Lewes!Seniors seeking resort-style living with abundant amenities, exceptional wellness programs and the flexibility of monthly rental apartments need look no further.With the final inspections and signs-offs having taken place during the...
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The overall experience has been a 5 at The Lodge. Staff members in all disciplines are kind, caring, respectful and trained to deal with Alzheimer's disease. My family member, age 71, was tremendously...
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.
A brand-new destination for senior living has arrived in Lewes!Seniors seeking resort-style living with abundant amenities, exceptional wellness programs and the flexibility of monthly rental apartments need look no further.With the final inspections and signs-offs having taken place during the...
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The elderly residents are treated with respect/dignity. The facility promotes a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I would recommend to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
State Street Assisted Living is a community that is dedicated to the mission of making sure that every resident is like a part of  our extended family.   At State Street, we ensure that each resident is able to live their life to the highest potential by receiving personal...
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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.
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Photo of Luther Towers of Milton
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: 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.
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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.
Photo of Dunbarton Village Apartments
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, 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.
Photo of The Moorings at Lewes
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

Cost of independent living in Woods Haven, DE

The average cost of senior living in Woods Haven is $5,910 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seaford, DE with an average of $3,922 per month.

Independent living costs in Woods Haven, DE, vs. nearby cities

Woods Haven, DE
$5,910/mo
$5,910/mo
$4,524/mo

Independent living costs in Woods Haven, DE, vs. state and national averages

Woods Haven, DE
$5,910/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Woods Haven, DE, vs. other senior living options

$5,936/mo
Independent Living
$5,910/mo

Independent living costs in Woods Haven, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,808/mo
Studio
$6,974/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,264/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,037/mo

Senior living costs in Woods Haven 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: Woods Haven, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWoods Haven, DEDelawareU.S.
Independent Living$5,910/mo$4,560/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$5,884/mo$5,732/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$5,936/mo$5,776/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Woods Haven, DE:$5,910/mo
Delaware:$4,560/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Woods Haven, DE:$5,884/mo
Delaware:$5,732/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Woods Haven, DE:$5,936/mo
Delaware:$5,776/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Woods Haven

Recent reviews for independent living in Woods Haven

Milford Place

5.0
5 stars for all! We know other people who had been here and had a good experience which was the main reason we chose this facility. Everyone was compassionate and responded to her needs

Dover Place

5.0
The lady in charge of activities is a special person and that is something we really like about Dover Place. Based on the experience we have had we have recommended this community many times to others and will continue to do so!

Harmony at Kent in Dover, DE

4.3
Mom is in Independent Care & very happy with the activities. She is definitely more sociable being there. Her only complaint is the food & food service for dinner. But that could be because they all go down to the dining room at the same time & wonder why they have to wait. All of the staff are ...
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Woods Haven independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Woods Haven independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Woods Haven, 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 Woods Haven 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 Woods Haven partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Woods Haven, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.6%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
13.6%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.6%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Woods Haven 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 Woods Haven communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Woods Haven, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.7%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
31%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Woods Haven 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 Woods Haven offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Woods Haven, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
22.7%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.7%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.8%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.7%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.7%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
40%
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Brookdale Dover, Milford Place and The Lodge at Truitt Homestead are the top-rated independent living facilities near Woods Haven, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 19 independent living facilities near Woods Haven, Delaware. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Woods Haven, Delaware are Milford Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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