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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Oyster Rocks, DE

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You may also consider nearby communities such as Cape May, Lewes and Rehoboth Beach.

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Photo of The Lodge at Truitt Homestead
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Truitt Homestead is only a few years old and is bright and cheery. The staff is so welcoming and attentive. One example is when Mom needed to go for an X-ray on a Saturday. One of the senior staff came in to...
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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He's well taken care of and is a nice environment. We picked this community because of the proximity to his home and other relatives, mainly
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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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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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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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.
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My Aunt Alma, who just turned 100 years old on [date removed], has happily resided at Brandywine Living at Seaside Pointe (Brandywine) in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for the past 6 years. Despite the lockdown...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...
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Cost of independent living in Oyster Rocks, DE

The average cost of senior living in Oyster Rocks is $6,142 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dagsboro, DE with an average of $4,021 per month.

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

Oyster Rocks, DE
$6,142/mo
$6,194/mo
$5,353/mo

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

Oyster Rocks, DE
$6,142/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$5,809/mo
Independent Living
$6,142/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,320/mo
Studio
$6,677/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,711/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,541/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Oyster Rocks over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Oyster Rocks

Recent reviews for independent living in Oyster Rocks

Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick Island in Selbyville, DE

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Brandywine Fenwick for 2.5 years. During this period she has received outstanding personal and professional care. AL living is a significant transition and hard for all involved, and nothing is ever perfect. However the leadership and caregivers at Brandywine ...
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Milford Place

5.0
5 stars for all! We know other people who had been here and had a good experience which was the main reason we chose this facility. Everyone was compassionate and responded to her needs

The Lodge at Truitt Homestead in Rehoboth Beach, DE

5.0
They have been fantastic about helping Mom adjust and keeping her informed about what's goin on. They're very inclusive. They see her in the hallway and ask how things are going. They make suggestions about activities and encourage her to come down to the dining room to dine with other ...
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Oyster Rocks independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oyster Rocks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oyster Rocks, 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 Oyster Rocks 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 Oyster Rocks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Oyster Rocks 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 Oyster Rocks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oyster Rocks 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 Oyster Rocks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Cape May, Milford Place and The Lodge at Truitt Homestead are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oyster Rocks, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Oyster Rocks, Delaware. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Oyster Rocks, Delaware is Milford Place. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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