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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Delaware, NJ

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Delaware 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 Delaware. 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 9 independent living facilities in Delaware, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Independence Manor at Hunterdon, Little Haven Rest Home and New Hope Manor
zipAveragecost: $5,101

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Photo of Independence Manor at Hunterdon
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8.9
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11 reviews
8.9
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11 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
9%
3 star
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The combination of the warmth, approachability, and responsiveness of the staff and the beauty , warmth and most importantly functionality (livability) of the physical environment - really makes Independence...
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.
*We are proud to have earned New Jersey state's "Advanced Standing" designation for quality!*Independence Manor is dedicated to providing the personal services and health care to individuals who may need help with some of their aspects of daily living. Our programs, policies and procedures were...
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6.5
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3 reviews
6.5
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3 reviews
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4 star
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The staff are kind and helpful and wonderful. The home is old but immaculate!! They clean every week.
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.
Little Haven Rest Home is an independent living community located in the quaint town of Lambertville, New Jersey, just off Highway 29 and a few blocks from the Delaware River and Holcombe Island. The area is part of Hunterdon County and is perfect for peaceful living, and residents here enjoy the...
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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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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: Assisted 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.
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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.
We provide safe housing for high functioning clients that are unable to live alone in the community.
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Cost of independent living in Delaware, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Delaware is $5,101 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Stewartsville, NJ with an average of $3,927 per month.

Independent living costs in Delaware, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Delaware, NJ
$5,101/mo
$4,845/mo

Independent living costs in Delaware, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Delaware, NJ
$5,101/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Delaware, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$6,130/mo
Independent Living
$5,101/mo

Independent living costs in Delaware, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,660/mo
Studio
$8,430/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,640/mo
2 Bedroom
$1,500/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,500/mo

Senior living costs in Delaware 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: Delaware, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDelaware, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,101/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,098/mo$7,102/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,130/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Delaware, NJ:$5,101/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Delaware, NJ:$6,098/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Delaware, NJ:$6,130/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Delaware

Recent reviews for independent living in Delaware

Friends Village, Styer Campus in Newtown, PA

4.2
We chose this facility because I thought it would fit my brother-in-laws personality better. He is in a community where there are 3 or 4 suites, almost like a motel set-up. He has a dog so he is able to go out the front or back door, its more private and personal. His cottage is good sized, it ...
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The Manor and Manor Court in Huntingdon Valley, PA

5.0
My mom seems to be happy here. I don't hear any complaints. She seems to like the food and the staff. It's clean, and was in her price range. It all seems to be working out well so far.

Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler, PA

5.0
Dave the activity man is such a asset to Artman ,he is really trying to help my Mom and all the residents .He takes a real interest and will find family members and update them on how their loved one is doing .My Mom really likes him ! So glad he is there !

Delaware independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Delaware independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Delaware, 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 Delaware 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 Delaware partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Delaware, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Delaware 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 Delaware communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Delaware, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Delaware 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 Delaware offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Delaware, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Manor at Hunterdon, Little Haven Rest Home and New Hope Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Delaware, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Delaware, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Delaware, New Jersey are The Pathways at Warrington, Morningside House of Towamencin and Saucon Valley Manor. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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