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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Chelsea Estates, DE

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The cost of independent living in Chelsea Estates is about $4,655 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 46 options. Read 671 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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I'm very happy to be here! It's a clean, nice looking place, and it was in great shape when I moved in! The staff here is very friendly, and very organized, They check in every morning to make sure everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers is a beautiful assisted living community located in historic Willmington, Delaware. Willmington has many galleries, museums, and gardens for its residents to enjoy. You can also enjoy one of the many ethnic festival that are held in Willmington each year. The staff at Luther Towers...
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Overall we're very pleased with how things turned out at Luther Towers. The staff here is friendly and professional, and they were a big help and made the whole move-in process very easy. It's a nice looking...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers II Luther Towers II is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Wilmington, Delaware where the Christina River, the Brandywine Creek, and the Delaware River all meet. With a beautiful and vibrant riverfront containing theatres, markets, restaurants, and...
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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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My loved one is doing very well here. He is being cared for very well here. I'am happy with everything they have done for us. The staff is patient and very caring towards the residents. They do a good job...
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.
Ingleside Homes offers affordable assisted living to all fail seniors, regardless of income, who need assistance with two or more activities of assisted living such as eating, bathing and dressing.
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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: 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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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I was not familiar with Woodlea until I visited a friend of my Sister and I was quite impressed. I did however request information for myself and the woman [Name removed], Mgr ? was rather rude and ...
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, 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: 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.
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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.

Cost of independent living in Chelsea Estates, DE

The average cost of senior living in Chelsea Estates is $4,655 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,550 per month.

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

Chelsea Estates, DE
$4,655/mo
$4,761/mo

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

Chelsea Estates, DE
$4,655/mo
U.S. national average
$4,147/mo

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

$5,583/mo
Independent Living
$4,655/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,381/mo
Studio
$7,237/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,131/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,435/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Chelsea Estates over time

Chelsea Estates, DEDE stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Chelsea Estates

Recent reviews for independent living in Chelsea Estates

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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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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Arbor Terrace Willistown in West Chester, PA

4.7
I have recommended Arbor Terrace to others already. [name removed] is fabulous. Their food service staff is so very personal. It was what was needed for our folks at the time.

Chelsea Estates independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chelsea Estates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chelsea Estates, 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 Chelsea Estates 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 Chelsea Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chelsea Estates, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.2%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.9%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Chelsea Estates 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 Chelsea Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chelsea Estates, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.2%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
42%
Room service
Room service
23.8%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chelsea Estates 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 Chelsea Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chelsea Estates, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
40.5%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40.5%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
19%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.2%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.6%
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Harrison Hill Apartments, Merrill Gardens at West Chester and Exton Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chelsea Estates, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 46 independent living facilities near Chelsea Estates, Delaware. See the full list.

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