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The cost of independent living in Bunting is about $4,678 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 76 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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Photo of The Lodge at Truitt Homestead
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Truitt Homestead is only a few years old and is bright and cheery. The staff is so welcoming and attentive. One example is when Mom needed to go for an X-ray on a Saturday. One of the senior staff came in to...
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.
We opened August of 2020! The Lodge offers residents independent living on a monthly-rental basis. That means no large entrance fee and complicated contracts. We have a one-time only community services fee which the equivalent of 2 months rent and residents simply make a one-year commitment to...
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Photo of Gull Creek Senior Living Community
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22 Floor plans available
8.0
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The staff turnover is high. In two plus years there have been about 3-4 nurse administrators. The med techs serve as aids, do laundry , and administer medication. Some are very friendly and some not so much....
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.
Discover a senior living community with a family atmosphere and small town ambiance. Gull Creek offers residents and their families a relaxed environment and a variety of retirement lifestyle offerings on a rental basis; Assisted Living apartments to a safe and secure Memory Care...
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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
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.
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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Catered Living of Ocean Pines is a very nice place overall, unfortunately it didn't end up being a good fit for our loved one. The facility itself is beautiful, clean, and well kept, and the staff are all...
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.
The Woodlands is a three-story condominium community with a centrally located elevator and staircase. The building consists of fifty-two units ranging in size from 700 square feet to 1,444 square feet. Each condo features a deluxe kitchen, sunroom, living area, laundry room, wall-to-wall carpet,...
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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.
1. Independent Living- 1&2 bedroom apartments in 3 story newly constructed building 6 miles from the ocean.  Ocean Pines offers outdoor recreational activities such as golf and  nature  trails.   2. Assisted Living- in the style of a bed and breakfast. Ocean...
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My Aunt Alma, who just turned 100 years old on [date removed], has happily resided at Brandywine Living at Seaside Pointe (Brandywine) in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for the past 6 years. Despite the lockdown...
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.
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–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...
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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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Cost of independent living in Bunting, DE

The average cost of senior living in Bunting is $4,678 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delmar, DE with an average of $3,545 per month.

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

Bunting, DE
$4,678/mo
$4,730/mo

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

Bunting, DE
$4,678/mo
U.S. national average
$4,021/mo

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

$5,717/mo
Independent Living
$4,678/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,400/mo
Studio
$5,549/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,688/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,320/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bunting over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Bunting

Recent reviews for independent living in Bunting

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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Peregrine Salisbury

4.6
We are very pleased with our choice. The facility has a home like feel. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. My mom loves the food and raves about it. They encourage families to come and eat with them. I would recommend Peregrine Salisbury to others.

Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick Island in Selbyville, DE

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Brandywine Fenwick for 2.5 years. During this period she has received outstanding personal and professional care. AL living is a significant transition and hard for all involved, and nothing is ever perfect. However the leadership and caregivers at Brandywine ...
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Bunting independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bunting independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bunting, 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 Bunting 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 Bunting partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bunting, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
32.9%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Bunting 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 Bunting communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bunting, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bunting 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 Bunting offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bunting, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.5%
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Peregrine Salisbury, The Lodge at Truitt Homestead and Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick Island are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bunting, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Bunting, Delaware. See the full list.

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