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The cost of independent living in Townsend is about $4,439 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 304 options. Read 4966 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 Brookdale Dover
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My mom has been at Brookdale for seven years. She is very happy with the care that she receives and has made many friends. All staff is very friendly and polite every time I visit with mom. I appreciate all...
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.
Here you’ll have the care you need so you can focus on the fun.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Dover with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take a tai chi...
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Approaching six months at Heartfields. The facility is always neat and clean both inside and out. The people that we interact with have been great and helpful. The one thing I would like is feedback — about...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Welcome to HeartFields, a Five Star Senior Living community! In our beautiful, home-like setting, which is convenient to major freeways, yet nestled on a campus-like setting on Talbot County waterfront, you will find 24-hour care services, respectful caregivers, Assisted Living with additional...
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If I could give them a 10 I would! Unexpectedly a smooth transition for my mother. Accommodations are beautiful and staff is wonderful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Located in historic Williamstown on a five acre wooded lot, Cordia Commons at Williamstown is home to thirty-eight residents. At Cordia Commons, everything starts with you. Your well-being is our commitment. Our homelike atmosphere puts you at ease as you walk through our doors. Each individual...
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Transportation is an issue. The only have one driver. And shot the bus transportation service ends at 4 o'clock. There is no transportation on the weekend. It is a nice facility overall. In a good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Forwood Manor sits on 13 beautifully manicured acres and is located just minutes from I-95. Close to shopping and cultural sites, we offer a full-service rental retirement community with the best social and transportation programs, along with well-designed and spacious apartments. We invite you...
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What we like the most about the All American Assisted Living at Washington Township community is the friendly atmosphere, staff and resident. the best activities director ever she's very creative and keeps...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 All American Assisted Living at Washington Township, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized care, every aspect of...
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My stay at Shipley Living was nice. The staff introduced themselves, the food was great, ilove BINGO. MY room was nice size and clean. Thank you Shipley Living for your care. I'm glad I heard of this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Shipley Living is a full service, continuing care rental retirement community serving independent living, assisted living, and skilled and rehabilitation services.Shipley Living, a proud member of the community for over 35 years, was originally elementary school; it is located in the Brandywine...
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It's a very warm and cozy atmosphere. The staff is caring and attentive. My mom is so much happier in a place that is actually half the cost of where she was living before. It is not as fancy, but the food...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Juniper Village at Devon is a beautiful wooded estate conveniently located along the Main Line. Just minutes from Valley Forge Park and local shops, Juniper Village at Devon offers quality care right in the heart of your local community. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the shaded walking trails...
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Photo of Terraces at Parke Place
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Staff very accommodating, Mom likes the food, nursing and housekeeping always on top of things, maintenance good at putting up pictures and repairing/replacing any malfunctioning equipment
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.
Terraces at Parke Place is an intimate senior living community nestled in the heart of Gloucester County! We firmly believe in fostering senior independence and allowing our residents the freedom to exercise autonomy, while offering a helping hand when needed.
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My dad's experience at MG's has been fantastic, beyond what we could imagine. First of all, the facility is very clean second, they have a ton of activities throughout the week that residents can participate...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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The facility is always clean and smells good. The staff is always friendly and helpful when asked. It seems at times understaffed but could be the time of year with sickness and bad weather. After 2 months...
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.
The Residence at Eden GreenIn the heart of Maryland’s eastern shore, this picturesque, wooded community offers a safe, loving environment for residents. The welcoming staff is committed to providing attentive, personalized care that helps residents feel at home. Our comforting interiors and...
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Photo of Canvas Valley Forge
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This is a great place for over 55 and ambulatory. Bldg is newer and very clean but residents need to be ambulatory. I would recommend this location to any one.
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.
Canvas is a brand-new concept in 55+ living. At Canvas, you can live your life on your own time, and let us take care of the details. Let your home set you free.SERVICES:Focus on living your best life—and let us take care of the details. Our selection of useful services was designed to help you...
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Photo of Lighthouse Senior Living at Martin’s Wood LLC for Hopkins Creek
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Your employees are very kind and understand of my mother's condition. I was really impressed when the head maintenance man visited my mother about her heat.
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.
Welcome to Lighthouse Senior Living! Our approach includes a variety of services — from 'independent living' to adaptive personal assistance, allowing us to continually meet the changing needs of our residents. Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek was created to address the increasing...
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The Residence at Voorhees is very welcoming. The staff is great. Very helpful. Many daily activities with amazing directors. The nursing staff is great as well. The Residence is immaculately clean, dining...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Imagine finally having the time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater, learning a new language or just relaxing with friends. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being you again.This is...
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I like how friendly the people (the workers and the residents) are. I like the cleanliness and the inviting feeling that you get when you enter the building. I love that my mom is happy and well taken care...
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.
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Photo of Sunrise of Newtown Square
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My loved one has since moved but over the course of his stay at Sunrise, it was a great community! Lovely staff, very friendly, accommodating, and patient. Exactly the type of environment needed for a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized care services. From...
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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.
Senior living by designThe Watermark at Bellingham is a recently renovated senior living community located on 15 beautiful acres near downtown West Chester, Pennsylvania. While perfectly situated near Philadelphia and Wilmington, there’s so much to do you might just want to spend your days...
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She got excellent care while she was there. It was only 4 months. It truly gave my sister and I relief knowing that. My mom never complained and actually enjoyed the food and liked her care givers. I wish...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
The Woodlands Assisted Living offers seniors the best of everything: a hotel-like atmosphere with family caregivers. We are a 70-unit assisted living center, located in the Baltimore area, nestled among four acres of serene woods. Our Spacious dining room and community area encourages the...
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The staff is wonderful ! food is great lots of activities has a small town feel. I would absolutely recommend this community to others - it's a wonderful place! Was perfect for my aunt, not too big.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line is a senior living community located in Media, PA. Media is a small borough in Delaware County, west of Philadelphia and home to about 5,500 people. Residents can take part in a host of activities including going out to local...
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What we like the most about the community is that it is smaller and more affordable. The food is good and well kept up. Yes, we would recommend The Cottages of Perry Hall to other families based on the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
The Cottages of Perry Hall – A Charter Senior Living Community is an assisted living and memory care community with a total of 64 individual apartments. As the management company for The Cottages of Perry Hall, Charter Senior Living will be responsible for day-to-day operations and all related...
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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.
Ciel of Voorhees is conveniently located off of Route 561 and offers the best of both worlds — a peaceful, tranquil setting just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and medical campuses. Experience the charm of our beautiful community through our decor, delicious cuisine served restaurant style...
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The facility is well equipped to accommodate all three phases of living from independent, assisted living, any hospice care. The Mews has a long standing good reputation along with long standing...
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.
When you think of independent living, assisted living, and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Dover Place is an Enlivant senior living community nestled in a rural part of historic Dover, Delaware. Our rural setting provides the peace and tranquility that our residents desire, while our proximity to downtown Dover offers a world of entertainment and cultural activities, including The...
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One thing that was very disappointing was no assist with transportation to drs appointments. We looked at another facility that believed did do that. I live in NJ so that has been an issue. My other brother...
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.
There are assisted living facilities. And then there's Truewood by Merrill, Glen Riddle. One reason why our community is such a special place to live is that we understand every family wants the very best for loved ones.As a company that is family-operated, our commitment is to each resident...
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They make sure you don't stay in your room all day and do their best to get you out of the room. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
At Summit Place we pride ourselves on our relaxed home like atmosphere where our residents come first. We are located in the small town of Glassboro, New Jersey, just one half mile east of Rowan College and two miles south of Lakeside Park. Our residents are happy to call Summit Place home due...
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Rooms and facilities are great.. Food is good and even better with the à la carte menu Activities on and off campus great and a good variety.
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.
For more than three decades, The Arbor Company has been dedicated to providing the lifestyle and amenities that keep seniors feeling their very best. The newest addition to the Arbor Terrace family, Arbor Terrace Exton is a senior living community slated to open in early 2021. It will be a place...
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Cost of independent living in Townsend, DE

The average cost of senior living in Townsend is $4,439 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,920 per month.

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

Townsend, DE
$4,439/mo
$4,186/mo

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

Townsend, DE
$4,439/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$5,785/mo
Independent Living
$4,439/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,398/mo
Studio
$3,542/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,360/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,500/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$9,085/mo

Senior living costs in Townsend 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: Townsend, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTownsend, DEDelawareU.S.
Independent Living$4,439/mo$5,236/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$5,637/mo$6,235/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,785/mo$6,295/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Townsend, DE:$4,439/mo
Delaware:$5,236/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Townsend, DE:$5,637/mo
Delaware:$6,235/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Townsend, DE:$5,785/mo
Delaware:$6,295/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
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Independent living costs in Townsend, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Townsend 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 Townsend, DE

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Townsend 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
Townsend, DE$3,964/mo$3,738/mo+6.0%
Delaware$4,187/mo$3,981/mo+5.2%
National$3,218/mo$3,104/mo+3.7%
Townsend, DE
2024 average cost:$3,964/mo
2023 average cost:$3,738/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$4,187/mo
2023 average cost:$3,981/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,218/mo
2023 average cost:$3,104/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Townsend

Recent reviews for independent living in Townsend

Harrison House Chester County in Coatesville, PA

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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Integrity Esther's Place at the Park in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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Park View at Fullerton in Baltimore, MD

5.0
It's been a 5 for the most part.The staff is very friendly. My friend is social, he's meeting new people and getting to know them. One suggestion is if they could install ceiling fans that would be nice.

Townsend independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Townsend independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Townsend, 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 Townsend 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 Townsend partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Townsend, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.9%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Townsend 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 Townsend communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Townsend, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.8%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
32.3%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Townsend 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 Townsend offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Townsend, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
43.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.2%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.5%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.8%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.3%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.4%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.3%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.2%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
33.8%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.4%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Harrison House Chester County, Candle Light Cove and Harrison Hill Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Townsend, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 304 independent living facilities near Townsend, Delaware. See the full list.
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