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The cost of independent living in Dunleith is about $4,660 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 688 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: 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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Somerford Place shares the same beautifully landscaped campus as Somerford House, in Newark, Delaware. Again, centrally located the surrounding community offers easy access to downtown Newark, local shopping districts, Christiana Hospital and Interstate 95. Somerford Place is specifically...
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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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
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.
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. Presenting 174 Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Apartments. The minute you see the building you know this is something unique & upscale. The exterior is finished in hand...
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Cost of independent living in Dunleith, DE

The average cost of senior living in Dunleith is $4,660 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,841 per month.

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

Dunleith, DE
$4,660/mo
$4,733/mo

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

Dunleith, DE
$4,660/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

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

$5,449/mo
Independent Living
$4,660/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,550/mo
Studio
$5,778/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,387/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,611/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dunleith over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dunleith

Recent reviews for independent living in Dunleith

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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Chestnut Ridge Wallingford

4.1
Microwaves were removed from each apartment/ suite and there isn't one available in the activity room that was converted to their dining area. I'd expect a bit more for [cost removed] a month. More often than not, it's hard to find someone staff wise on her floor especially since it's now a ...
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Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE

4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Dunleith independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dunleith independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dunleith, 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 Dunleith 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 Dunleith partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dunleith, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41.2%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.1%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.5%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Dunleith 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 Dunleith communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dunleith, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.2%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
38.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dunleith 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 Dunleith offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dunleith, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
55.9%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.4%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.6%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.1%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55.9%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
32.4%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.8%
46.2%
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Merrill Gardens at West Chester, Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville and Morningside House of Exton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dunleith, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 37 independent living facilities near Dunleith, Delaware. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Dunleith, Delaware is Morningside House of Exton. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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