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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dorchester, NJ
The cost of independent living in Dorchester is about $4,858 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 205 options. Read 2717 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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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: 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.
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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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.
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.
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.
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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Rooms are very small.I have been around 71 years and I have large pieces. I had to get rid of my king size bet for this mess full size. We do our own activity. There are no doctors on hand. Most of us get...
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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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I'm very happy to be here! It's a clean, nice looking place, and it was in great shape when I moved in! The staff here is very friendly, and very organized, They check in every morning to make sure everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers is a beautiful assisted living community located in historic Willmington, Delaware. Willmington has many galleries, museums, and gardens for its residents to enjoy. You can also enjoy one of the many ethnic festival that are held in Willmington each year. The staff at Luther Towers...
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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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My mom has been here for two months now and really loves it. It is a perfect balance of independence and essential services and activities. She likes the food, there is so much offered each week to do and...
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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.
Ingleside Retirement Apartments in Wilmington, Delaware is all about promoting independent living among their community members with senior apartment rentals and home ownership in retirement communities. Wilmington is a part of New Castle County, and it offers much explore. If you're not sure...
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Overall we're very pleased with how things turned out at Luther Towers. The staff here is friendly and professional, and they were a big help and made the whole move-in process very easy. It's a nice looking...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers II Luther Towers II is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Wilmington, Delaware where the Christina River, the Brandywine Creek, and the Delaware River all meet. With a beautiful and vibrant riverfront containing theatres, markets, restaurants, and...
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
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.
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My loved one is doing very well here. He is being cared for very well here. I'am happy with everything they have done for us. The staff is patient and very caring towards the residents. They do a good job...
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.
Ingleside Homes offers affordable assisted living to all fail seniors, regardless of income, who need assistance with two or more activities of assisted living such as eating, bathing and dressing.
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I have lived here since January 2020. The staff is wonderful and helpful. All my request is filled in a timely manner. It’s always clean. I’m thankful to live here.
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: 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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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 Dorchester, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Dorchester is $4,858 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Somers Point, NJ with an average of $4,332 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorchester, NJ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorchester, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorchester vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dorchester, NJ by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Dorchester
Recent reviews for independent living in Dorchester
Pewter Village at Collingswood
5.0
The staff were helpful when I moved in. They explained everything about the community and answered my questions. They keep the common areas clean. This is like living in a park setting. I liked that this community is close to family.
Spring Hills Cherry Hill
5.0
[name removed] and [name removed] are incredible and show genuine care for not only the residents but their families. Absolutely would recommend this community to others! During our initial tours some of the residents even expressed how much they liked it there. Felt good knowing it wasn't a ...
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Complete Care at Victoria Commons in North Cape May, NJ
5.0
Our family is very happy with the staff and facilities at Victoria Commons. We would certainly recommend them for their loved ones.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Improved dining experiences. Several reviews mention the need for better food quality and service in the dining areas. At Seaton Voorhees, residents expressed dissatisfaction with the temperature and variety of meals, while at Woodbury Mews, residents reported that some meals were not fully cooked or lacked flavor. At ...
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Effective communication between residents and staff. Many reviews highlight the importance of clear and consistent communication. At Woodbury Mews, the administration was praised for their attentiveness and responsiveness. At Cardinal Village, families appreciated the openness and approachability of the staff when discussing concerns. The staf ...
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Active social calendar. Residents at multiple communities, including Foulk Living, Parkers Bend Retirement, and Fountain View at Logan Square, enjoy the variety of activities offered. These programs cater to diverse interests, with offerings ranging from crafts and games to outings and entertainment. The social a ...
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Thoroughly maintained facilities. Several reviews emphasize the importance of clean and well-maintained facilities. At Woodbury Mews, residents noted the attention to detail in their apartments and common areas. At Harmony at Kent, the community prides itself on its renovations and upkeep, making residents feel comfortable a ...
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Safety and security features. Many residents appreciate the peace of mind that comes with living in a safe environment. At Seaton Voorhees, the staff are welcoming and ensure residents' safety by checking on them regularly. Premier Cadbury residents value the security measures in place, such as door locks and emergency c ...
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Individualized care and attention. Some reviews highlight the importance of personalized care and support. At Harmony at Kent, the staff are commended for their individualized attention to residents' needs, accommodating special requests and ensuring that each resident feels valued and cared for. At Parkers Bend Retirement, t ...
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Dorchester independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.6%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.6%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
30.1%
30.3%
Vegetarian
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32.3%
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Dorchester 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 Dorchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.1%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester 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 Dorchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.3%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.7%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.8%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.3%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.2%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.2%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
27.4%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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The Terraces at Seacrest Village, Traditions of Cross Keys and Cardinal Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dorchester, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
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