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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bellefonte, DE

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The cost of independent living in Bellefonte is about $4,615 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 45 options. Read 679 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
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
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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I have lived here since January 2020. The staff is wonderful and helpful. All my request is filled in a timely manner. It’s always clean. I’m thankful to live here.
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
Weston Senior Living Center at Highfiels has been caring for 55+ adults since 1912. Weston has managed the campus since 2011 and purchased the campus from The Masons in 2012. Since then Weston Senior Living has made many upgrades to the Rest Residential and Skilled neighborhoods.Additionally, we...
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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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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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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.
Photo of OakBridge Terrace at Cokesbury Village
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
Woolwich Gardens is owned by a team of local physicians & entrepreneurs who understand the needs of our seniors and are committed to providing the best possible care.Our community features 40 assisted living apartment homes, and 26 memory care residences developed specifically to support...
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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.
Rent a room at the beautiful Cavalier Country Club, where you will discover a community designed for active individuals who desire quality, beauty and convenience in their homes. Conveniently located near Christiana Mall, Christiana Medical Center and Delaware Tech Community College.

Cost of independent living in Bellefonte, DE

The average cost of senior living in Bellefonte is $4,615 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,550 per month.

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

Bellefonte, DE
$4,615/mo

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

Bellefonte, DE
$4,615/mo
U.S. national average
$4,144/mo

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

$5,500/mo
Independent Living
$4,615/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,314/mo
Studio
$6,889/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,887/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,061/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bellefonte over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Bellefonte

Recent reviews for independent living in Bellefonte

Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
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Pewter Village at Collingswood

5.0
The staff were helpful when I moved in. They explained everything about the community and answered my questions. They keep the common areas clean. This is like living in a park setting. I liked that this community is close to family.

Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line a CCRC in Media, PA

4.9
Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line is a very spread out facility for independent living, but the section for assisted living is more condensed and tight knit. For independent living they offer a studio apartment, one bedroom or two bedroom apartment. They have tons of activities provided for ...
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Bellefonte independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bellefonte independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bellefonte, 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 Bellefonte 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 Bellefonte partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bellefonte, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.2%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.9%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.8%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Bellefonte 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 Bellefonte communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bellefonte, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.6%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bellefonte 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 Bellefonte offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bellefonte, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
48.7%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.6%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.3%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.6%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
48.7%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.3%
45.6%
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Traditions of Cross Keys, Harrison Hill Apartments and Exton Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bellefonte, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 45 independent living facilities near Bellefonte, Delaware. See the full list.

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