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The cost of independent living in Bayard is about $5,326 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 440 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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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Cost of independent living in Bayard, DE

The average cost of senior living in Bayard is $5,326 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, DE with an average of $3,960 per month.

Independent living costs in Bayard, DE, vs. nearby cities

Bayard, DE
$5,326/mo
$5,737/mo

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

Bayard, DE
$5,326/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Bayard, DE, vs. other senior living options

$6,577/mo
Independent Living
$5,326/mo

Independent living costs in Bayard, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$6,586/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,083/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,989/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Bayard 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: Bayard, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBayard, DEDelawareU.S.
Independent Living$5,326/mo$5,185/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,955/mo$6,207/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,577/mo$6,266/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Bayard, DE:$5,326/mo
Delaware:$5,185/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Bayard, DE:$5,955/mo
Delaware:$6,207/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Bayard, DE:$6,577/mo
Delaware:$6,266/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Bayard, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bayard and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Bayard, DE

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bayard have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bayard, DE$3,884/mo$4,174/mo-6.9%
Delaware$3,783/mo$3,158/mo+19.8%
National$2,836/mo$2,804/mo+1.1%
Bayard, DE
2024 average cost:$3,884/mo
2023 average cost:$4,174/mo
Percent change:-6.9%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$3,783/mo
2023 average cost:$3,158/mo
Percent change:+19.8%
National
2024 average cost:$2,836/mo
2023 average cost:$2,804/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bayard

Recent reviews for independent living in Bayard

The Woodlands in Ocean Pines, MD

4.5
Our family is so very grateful that we found Catered Living. It is attractive and small enough for personal attention. Our mother got wonderful care there. We felt the staff knew her personally and always treated her with love and respect. When the time came, the staff, nurses and admin at ...
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Brandywine Fenwick Island by Monarch in Selbyville, DE

5.0
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 recognition of Mom throughout the day by all the staff! I bought a sheet cake and they happened ...
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Lakeside at Mallard Landing in Salisbury, MD

3.9
These facilities tout how busy and engaged the resident will be but I've found it's very dependent on who is working on any given day how much activity actually takes place. Overall it's a good place but the caregivers do not always abide by very clear instructions about some routines that we ...
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Bayard independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bayard independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bayard, 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 Bayard 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 Bayard partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bayard, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bayard 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 Bayard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bayard, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bayard 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 Bayard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bayard, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
46.4%
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Brookdale Cape May, Peregrine Salisbury and John B Parsons Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bayard, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near Bayard, Delaware. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Bayard, Delaware is Brookdale Cape May. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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