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The cost of independent living in Shortly is about $5,014 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 134 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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Photo of Peregrine Salisbury
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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I would recommend to others! Peregrine will not disappoint. It felt like home! People could not have been nicer or more 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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Photo of The Lodge at Historic Lewes
1616 Photos available
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The overall experience has been a 5 at The Lodge. Staff members in all disciplines are kind, caring, respectful and trained to deal with Alzheimer's disease. My family member, age 71, was tremendously...
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.
A brand-new destination for senior living has arrived in Lewes!Seniors seeking resort-style living with abundant amenities, exceptional wellness programs and the flexibility of monthly rental apartments need look no further.With the final inspections and signs-offs having taken place during the...
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Photo of The Lodge at Truitt Homestead
2323 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.6
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Staff is exceptionally competent and helpful and friendly. To make this place exceptional one must use the facilities, the classes and travel opportunities. It is two miles from the Rehaboth Beach Boardwalk....
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.
We opened August of 2020! The Lodge offers residents independent living on a monthly-rental basis. That means no large entrance fee and complicated contracts. We have a one-time only community services fee which the equivalent of 2 months rent and residents simply make a one-year commitment to...
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Photo of Brandywine Fenwick Island by Monarch
1616 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
8.0
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26 reviews
8.0
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I would say 5's in all with 4 in food. She says sometimes they have to send food back for one reason or another. WE would absolutely recommend Brandywine Fenwick Island to other families based on 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.
Just minutes from the sandy shores of Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, and Ocean City, Brandywine Fenwick Island offers a refreshing blend of seaside serenity and sophisticated senior living. With easy access to local favorites—from concerts at Freeman Arts Pavilion to charming boutiques and...
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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...
Photo of Brandywine Seaside Pointe by Monarch
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7.0
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The observant and caring nature of the aides/caregivers. The caregivers treat all residents as individuals and cater to their needs as individuals. They know each resident as a person and treat them with...
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.
At Brandywine Seaside Pointe, life by the shore is more than just ocean breezes—it’s a lifestyle filled with ease, joy, and meaningful connection, where every day feels like a permanent vacation. Nestled in scenic Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, our community offers effortless access to local favorites...
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Photo of Victoria Park at Sassafras Meadows
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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
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.
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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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.
Photo of Peach Tree Acres
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.
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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.
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Photo of Luther Towers of Milton
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.
Photo of The Moorings at Lewes
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.
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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...

Cost of independent living in Shortly, DE

The average cost of senior living in Shortly is $5,014 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, DE with an average of $3,995 per month.

Independent living costs in Shortly, DE, vs. nearby cities

Shortly, DE
$5,014/mo
$5,014/mo

Independent living costs in Shortly, DE, vs. state and national averages

Shortly, DE
$5,014/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Shortly, DE, vs. other senior living options

$6,731/mo
Independent Living
$5,014/mo

Independent living costs in Shortly, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,130/mo
Studio
$6,963/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,653/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,023/mo

Senior living costs in Shortly vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shortly, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShortly, DEDelawareU.S.
Independent Living$5,014/mo$5,219/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$5,988/mo$6,215/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$6,731/mo$6,275/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Shortly, DE:$5,014/mo
Delaware:$5,219/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Shortly, DE:$5,988/mo
Delaware:$6,215/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Shortly, DE:$6,731/mo
Delaware:$6,275/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Shortly, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shortly and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Shortly, DE

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shortly have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shortly, DE$5,820/mo$5,581/mo+4.3%
Delaware$3,402/mo$3,119/mo+9.1%
National$2,793/mo$2,796/mo-0.1%
Shortly, DE
2024 average cost:$5,820/mo
2023 average cost:$5,581/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$3,402/mo
2023 average cost:$3,119/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
National
2024 average cost:$2,793/mo
2023 average cost:$2,796/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Shortly

Recent reviews for independent living in Shortly

The Woodlands in Ocean Pines, MD

4.5
Our family is so very grateful that we found Catered Living. It is attractive and small enough for personal attention. Our mother got wonderful care there. We felt the staff knew her personally and always treated her with love and respect. When the time came, the staff, nurses and admin at ...
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Brandywine Fenwick Island by Monarch in Selbyville, DE

5.0
My Mom recently celebrated her 95th birthday. The staff at Brandywine couldn’t have done more to make her day more special. From her caregiver who dressed Mom up so beautifully-and accessorized to the recognition of Mom throughout the day by all the staff! I bought a sheet cake and they happened ...
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Lakeside at Mallard Landing in Salisbury, MD

3.9
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 caregivers do not always abide by very clear instructions about some routines that we ...
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Shortly independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shortly independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shortly, 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 Shortly 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 Shortly partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shortly, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
15.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shortly 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 Shortly communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shortly, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shortly 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 Shortly offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shortly, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46.5%
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Peregrine Salisbury, The Lodge at Historic Lewes and The Lodge at Truitt Homestead are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shortly, Delaware. See full list of communities.
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