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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Elkton, MD
If you’re looking for independent living in the Elkton area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Elkton. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 19 independent living facilities in Elkton, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Forest Park, Buttonwood and Rogers Manor.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Wilmington, Kennett Square and Newark.
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8.6
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I would rate all of the categories a 5. Abbey Manor of Elkton community has given my mother back her laugh. She feels secure there. The staff is exceptionally thoughtful. Based on the experience we have had...
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.
Abbey Manor is designed to make our residents feel at home. In two buildings housing 16 residents each,, a cozy, enclosed porch leads into a large and attractively-appointed atrium-style living area. The home-cooking scents emanating from the open kitchen entice everyone into the Dining Room for...
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8.8
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7 reviews
Everyone is super friendly. Like that independent & assisted living is mixed, not separated. There is not enough community space for bingo, crafts, cards, etc. there is no large community room.
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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8.5
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59 reviews
My father was previously a resident at Somerford House and Place of Newark and we were very pleased with everything about the facility. Unfortunately my father passed away recently, but he enjoyed his time...
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.
Somerford House offers general assisted living on a beautifully landscaped campus in Newark, Delaware. Centrally located the surrounding community offers easy access to downtown Newark, local shopping districts, Christiana Hospital and Interstate 95. Step inside our doors to discover a lovely,...
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21 reviews
The family is very happy with Millcroft Living thus far. My mother-in-law is doing well there. Staff has been competent and friendly. Millcroft administration made her transition go smoothly.
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.
Serving the Newark community for over 35 years, Millcroft Living is truly the cornerstone of senior living. The campus offers a full continuum of residential options making it a smart choice for an active, life. You're invited to see the Independent living apartment homes, Licensed Assisted...
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66 reviews
The staff is friendly and very helpful. The facility is very clean. They offer multiple activities and make sure everyone feels included. They foster resident friendships and welcome new people with open...
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.
Paramount Senior Living is a senior living community offering both assisted living and memory care in Newark, Delaware. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood with access to many nearby activities and amenities. Residents can enjoy shopping at nearby shopping centers, excursions to...
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7.5
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13 reviews
Victoria Park is a nice facility, to me a great location. Your in town,but also out of town. Close to down town shops and restaurants.The facility is kept very neat and orderly and quiet. Everyone gets along...
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.
Victoria Park offers quality living exclusively for those ages 55 and over, seeking convenience and a sense of community. Details have been designed into the apartment homes with an eye to comfort, accessibility and quiet elegance. Age and experience have definite advantages. At Victoria Park,...
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My mom seems to like her new home. The manager is very helpful and resourceful. The community is fairly new and well kept. There are benches outside to enjoy the green landscape. North Street Senior...
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.
Welcome to North Street Senior Residences! -1 & 2 Bedroom Senior Apartments!2017 Winner of the PACE Awards!Situated in historic downtown Elkton, North Street Senior Residences offers one and two bedroom apartments with features and amenities to suit your lifestyle. Our apartments are...
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: 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: 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.
From wooded views to well-maintained grounds, enjoyable living begins with the Glen Creek Apartment Community. Spacious one and two-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom town homes are available. Enhance your lifestyle with Glen Creek's swimming pool, children's play area and clubhouse with...
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It's a great community, very easy to communicate with. If you have questions, they'll answer them. Everyone has been nice to my loved one as far as I know. They've done a wonderful job. They're very...
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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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.
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.
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: 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, 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.
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.
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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Elkton, MD
The average cost of senior living in Elkton is $4,088 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bel Air South, MD with an average of $2,864 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Elkton
Recent reviews for independent living in Elkton
Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE
4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Brookdale Hockessin
4.7
We chose Brookdale Hockessin because of the convenient location of the facility for family, the food looked really good, and the staff members here are really great. They keep in great communication with us and let us know what is going on. My dad loves the food, they are chef prepared meals ...
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Woodlea Elderly Apartments in Wilmington, DE
4.1
Woodlea is HUD senior independent housing, thus the rent is 30% of adjusted income plus electric, which is all utilities. It is a 6 floor building with 100 one bedroom 500 sq. ft. apartments. It is located in Pikes Creek; a nice area outside of the city. The building is well managed and ...
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Elkton independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elkton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elkton, 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 Elkton 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 Elkton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elkton, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
21.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Elkton 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 Elkton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elkton, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elkton 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 Elkton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elkton, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
21.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.1%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
21.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
15.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.1%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Foulk Living, Forwood Manor and Lorelton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elkton, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 19 independent living facilities near Elkton, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Elkton, Maryland is Lorelton. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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