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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Houston, DE

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Photo of Catered Living at Ocean Pines
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.
1. Independent Living- 1&2 bedroom apartments in 3 story newly constructed building 6 miles from the ocean.  Ocean Pines offers outdoor recreational activities such as golf and  nature  trails.   2. Assisted Living- in the style of a bed and breakfast. Ocean...
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Catered Living of Ocean Pines is a very nice place overall, unfortunately it didn't end up being a good fit for our loved one. The facility itself is beautiful, clean, and well kept, and the staff are all...
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.
The Woodlands is a three-story condominium community with a centrally located elevator and staircase. The building consists of fifty-two units ranging in size from 700 square feet to 1,444 square feet. Each condo features a deluxe kitchen, sunroom, living area, laundry room, wall-to-wall carpet,...
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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.
The Village at Chester is located in the picturesque city of Chester, Queen Anne's County, Maryland by Kent Island Narrows. The region boasts gorgeous walking and biking trails, plenty of fine dining experiences and plenty to see and do. Village at Chester is a senior housing community which is...
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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.
Riverwalk Senior Apartments are located in historic Salem, Salem County, New Jersey. The Salem Court House was erected in 1735 and still serves as city administrative offices and has the original bell inside this amazing American monument. Salem also has a marvelous Aquatic nursery for a...
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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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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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Cost of independent living in Houston, DE

The average cost of senior living in Houston is $4,583 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hartly, DE with an average of $3,906 per month.

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

Houston, DE
$4,524/mo
$5,910/mo

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

Houston, DE
$4,524/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$5,936/mo
Independent Living
$4,524/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,779/mo
Studio
$6,201/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,256/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,135/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,175/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Houston over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Houston

Recent reviews for independent living in Houston

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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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.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview

5.0
My mom has been in Autumn Lake at Ocean View since November. I have seen such an improvement in her behaver from when she was living with me. She always tell me how nice the staff is and how good the food is. I can always see how she's doing with a phone call or a visit. Nurses and staff are ...
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Houston independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Houston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Houston, 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 Houston 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 Houston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Houston, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Houston 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 Houston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Houston, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
30.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Houston 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 Houston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Houston, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Cape May, Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton and Peregrine Salisbury are the top-rated independent living facilities near Houston, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 56 independent living facilities near Houston, Delaware. See the full list.

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

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