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The cost of independent living in Christiana is about $4,528 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 32 options. Read 494 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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5 star
58%
4 star
17%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
17%
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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
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.
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.
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.
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 Hockessin is going to be an elegant and exceptional senor living community in Hockessin, Delaware. Scheduled to open in May 2025, with 174 Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Apartments. The minute you see the building you know this is something unique & upscale. The...
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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: 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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Cost of independent living in Christiana, DE

The average cost of senior living in Christiana is $4,528 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,824 per month.

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

Christiana, DE
$4,528/mo
$4,843/mo

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

Christiana, DE
$4,528/mo
U.S. national average
$4,037/mo

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

$5,593/mo
Independent Living
$4,528/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,025/mo
Studio
$5,955/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,256/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,921/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Christiana over time

Christiana, DEDE stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Christiana

Recent reviews for independent living in Christiana

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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Springfield Crossings

4.1
There are some staff members that go out of their way to help and assist my mother then there are a few that act as if it a bother to help. I am being very honest but for the most part they keep the residents safe and active.

Mullica Gardens Assisted Living in Mullica Hill, NJ

3.9
My loved one was previously a resident at Mullica Gardens Assisted Living and the overall experience was good. I knew that my loved one was safe and that was very important to me. Overall, the staff was good. Some were poor and some were great. The food was good. The activities were great, ...
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Christiana independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Christiana independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Christiana, 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 Christiana 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 Christiana partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Christiana, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.7%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Christiana 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 Christiana communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Christiana, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Christiana 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 Christiana offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Christiana, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.7%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.3%
45.7%
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Harrison Hill Apartments, Merrill Gardens at West Chester and Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Christiana, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 32 independent living facilities near Christiana, Delaware. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Christiana, Delaware are Merrill Gardens at West Chester and Lorelton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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