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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Claymont, DE
The cost of independent living in Claymont is about $4,694 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 881 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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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
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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.
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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Rooms are very small.I have been around 71 years and I have large pieces. I had to get rid of my king size bet for this mess full size. We do our own activity. There are no doctors on hand. Most of us get...
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'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...
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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My mom has been here for two months now and really loves it. It is a perfect balance of independence and essential services and activities. She likes the food, there is so much offered each week to do and...
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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.
Ingleside Retirement Apartments in Wilmington, Delaware is all about promoting independent living among their community members with senior apartment rentals and home ownership in retirement communities. Wilmington is a part of New Castle County, and it offers much explore. If you're not sure...
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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, 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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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...
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Claymont, DE
The average cost of senior living in Claymont is $4,694 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,635 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Claymont, DE vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Claymont
Recent reviews for independent living in Claymont
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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Silver Springs at East Norriton
5.0
First, you need to see this facility. They did a major renovation and it looks so different. It has been modernized and looks amazing.
My Mom has been at Brandywine for a few years. It is a tough decision to make when your loved one needs more care than what you can give. The apartments are ...
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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.
Claymont independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Claymont independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Claymont, 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 Claymont 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 Claymont partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Claymont, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Claymont 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 Claymont communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Claymont, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Claymont 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 Claymont offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Claymont, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
67.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.8%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.6%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
64.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.2%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.6%
45.7%
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Traditions of Cross Keys, Sunrise of Lafayette Hill and Harrison Hill Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Claymont, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 40 independent living facilities near Claymont, Delaware. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Claymont, Delaware are Traditions of Cross Keys, Sunrise of Lafayette Hill and Merrill Gardens at West Chester. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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