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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Middletown, DE
The cost of independent living in Middletown is about $4,168 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 34 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Wilmington, Newark and New Castle.
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I would rate all of the categories a 5. Abbey Manor of Elkton community has given my mother back her laugh. She feels secure there. The staff is exceptionally thoughtful. Based on the experience we have had...
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.
Abbey Manor is designed to make our residents feel at home. In two buildings housing 16 residents each,, a cozy, enclosed porch leads into a large and attractively-appointed atrium-style living area. The home-cooking scents emanating from the open kitchen entice everyone into the Dining Room for...
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Meadowcrest exceeded expectations in every way. Our experience was fantastic. The facility is new and the staff are always courteous and helpful. They treated Dad like family. We picked Meadowcrest because...
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.
Meadowcrest at Middletown is the first community of its kind in the area. It offers a sleek, upscale design highlighted by modern influences and accents, as well as natural-looking materials.Quality, customized care is tailored to the needs of each resident. You’ll always have options when you...
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My mom seems to like her new home. The manager is very helpful and resourceful. The community is fairly new and well kept. There are benches outside to enjoy the green landscape. North Street Senior...
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.
Welcome to North Street Senior Residences! -1 & 2 Bedroom Senior Apartments!2017 Winner of the PACE Awards!Situated in historic downtown Elkton, North Street Senior Residences offers one and two bedroom apartments with features and amenities to suit your lifestyle. Our apartments are...
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.
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.
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: 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: 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.
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It's a great community, very easy to communicate with. If you have questions, they'll answer them. Everyone has been nice to my loved one as far as I know. They've done a wonderful job. They're very...
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Middletown, DE
The average cost of senior living in Middletown is $4,168 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,635 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Middletown
Recent reviews for independent living in Middletown
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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Brookdale Hockessin
4.7
We chose Brookdale Hockessin because of the convenient location of the facility for family, the food looked really good, and the staff members here are really great. They keep in great communication with us and let us know what is going on. My dad loves the food, they are chef prepared meals ...
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Rockland Place in Wilmington, DE
4.0
My mother had money stolen from her out of a locked drawer. $[removed] .This was while she was in the hospital & rehab. Too dependent on the client having their own doctors. Dining room constantly runs out of food. Adequate activities but not enough mixers to build friendships. I still would ...
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Middletown independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Middletown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Middletown, 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 Middletown 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 Middletown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Middletown, DENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Middletown 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 Middletown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Middletown, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Middletown 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 Middletown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Middletown, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
7.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
15.4%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lorelton, Rockland Place and Brookdale Dover are the top-rated independent living facilities near Middletown, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 14 independent living facilities near Middletown, Delaware. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Middletown, Delaware is Lorelton. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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