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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Laurel, DE

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The cost of independent living in Laurel is about $3,739 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 124 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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Wow!!! Staff amazing!! Head Nursing amazing!! [Name removed] is the most loving Director Ever!!!! The facility is operated at the highest standards but with Love. Doors are open in most rooms and welcoming....
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.
Located in historic Salisbury, MD, near the TidalHealth Peninsula Regional medial center, Peregrine Senior Living at Salisbury is your premier choice for a modern lifestyle that is as engaging and inspiring as it is relaxing. Whether you are interested in independent living, assisted living or...
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Moved in recently and I have culture shock didn’t know I’d be dealing with the huge insect population but overall it’s nice neighbors are friendly and management is accommodating residence is very spacious...
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.
Gateway Village Apartments, an affordable community for people aged 62+, is conveniently located in a quiet, relaxed community, just minutes from the Centre of Salisbury. The beautiful grounds of Gateway Village feature lush landscaping, creating a very scenic and relaxing environment. The...
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My husband stayed for 14 days. I was nervous about leaving him at first but the staff made him feel extremely comfortable. I had family members visit him when I was away and each one stated that he was in...
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.
Sterling Care Harbor Point is an assisted living and memory care community located in the city of Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland. Our exquisite community is well placed in the region on the head of Wicomico River. The river offers many sights to see and activities to engage in. Thus,...
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These facilities tout how busy and engaged the resident will be but I've found it's very dependent on who is working on any given day how much activity actually takes place. Overall it's a good place but 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.
Lakeside Assisted Living at Mallard Landing is a well established retirement community centrally located in Salisbury, Maryland. We can provide you or your loved one with a worry-free lifestyle while not sacrificing privacy or independence.  Our spacious apartments and variety of...
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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.
Laurel Commons in Laurel, Delaware is a tranquil community offering affordable cottage style one bedroom apartment homes for seniors 62 and over. Call today to schedule an appointment! Community Amenities: -Community Center -Activities Room -Support Services -Computer Access Center -Wellness...
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We rate Victoria Park at Sassafras with the following ratings Cleanliness =100% Very receptive =100% Our move-in = 100% Very quiet =100% Maintenance = 100% Management is the bomb! We have no...
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.
Waiting List Now Open! Now Accepting Wait List Applications for 1BRs from $497-$625/month and 2BRs from $545-$855/month! Call today!Enjoy Living Made Easy at Salisbury's Best Senior Apartments!Charming apartment homes with spacious floor plans. individual climate control. A peaceful library and...
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I am renting from an owner. Very expensive. In a year's lease and wish I wasn't. I only deal with the condo owner for questions and maintenance issues. There is a lunch and dinner to choose from. Lunch...
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.
SALISBURY’S FINEST LUXURY RETIREMENT RENTALSDid you know that you can rent Independent living apartments at Mallard Landing directly from their owners?Mallard Landing Retirement Community is a unique option in independent retirement living. Renting directly from condo owners allows you to avoid...
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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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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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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
     Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware.  We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware.  The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Laurel, DE

The average cost of senior living in Laurel is $3,739 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delmar, DE with an average of $3,553 per month.

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

Laurel, DE
$3,739/mo
$3,967/mo
$3,967/mo

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

Laurel, DE
$3,739/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

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

$5,893/mo
Independent Living
$3,739/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,025/mo
Studio
$5,255/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,695/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,700/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Laurel

Recent reviews for independent living in Laurel

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.

Milford Place

5.0
5 stars for all! We know other people who had been here and had a good experience which was the main reason we chose this facility. Everyone was compassionate and responded to her needs

Victoria Park at Sassafras Meadows in Salisbury, MD

5.0
I like it at Victoria Park at Sassafras because its quiet. There are no children here to disturb me. The maintenance department is good. The best management team with great customer service. Housekeeper is nice, very mannerly, kind and easy to get along with. The maintenance tech is the ...
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Laurel independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Laurel independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Laurel, 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 Laurel 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 Laurel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Laurel, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Laurel 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 Laurel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Laurel, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Laurel 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 Laurel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Laurel, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Peregrine Salisbury, Milford Place and Gateway Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Laurel, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Laurel, Delaware. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Laurel, Delaware are Peregrine Salisbury and Milford Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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