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The cost of independent living in Shaws Mill is about $5,002 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 249 options. Read 3932 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.
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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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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We sold our home after 42 year of memories. We had no idea if we could adjust to a Active Senior Community, but after four months we are both convinced this was the right move. The apartment is very large...
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.
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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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware. We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware. The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
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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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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...
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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.
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Faison Mews, you’ll find a 62 and older senior affordable apartment home located in the beautiful Parkside neighborhood of Camden, New Jersey. These apartments are located in a neighborhood where seniors want to live, with amenities designed to make seniors lives more enjoyable, and apartment...
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
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
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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Harmony at Hockessin is going to be an elegant and exceptional senor living community in Hockessin, Delaware. Presenting 174 Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Apartments. The minute you see the building you know this is something unique & upscale. The exterior is finished in hand...
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: 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.
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: 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.
Cost of independent living in Shaws Mill, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Shaws Mill is $5,002 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shiloh, NJ with an average of $4,192 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaws Mill, NJ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaws Mill, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaws Mill vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shaws Mill, NJ by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Shaws Mill over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Shaws Mill
Recent reviews for independent living in Shaws Mill
Meadowcrest at Middletown
3.5
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company ...
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HarborChase of Wilmington
4.8
I'd say that while we expected a challenging transition from independent city life to assisted living, my uncle has been very happy there and that he's made a real home for himself there. We picked this community because it was a combination of the services they offered and the respect he was ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Helpful and supportive staff. Many reviews highlight the staff's kindness and attentiveness towards residents at Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, Seaton Voorhees, and Millcroft Living. They go above and beyond to ensure residents are content and cared for.
Variety of activities for residents. Residents at Woodbury Mews, Fountain View at Logan Square, and Ivy Creek Gracious Retirement Living enjoy a wide range of activities, from social events to educational workshops, keeping them engaged and active.
Delicious and nutritious meals. Numerous reviews for Cardinal Village, Simpson House, a CCRC, and Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills praise the quality and taste of the meals served, giving residents a sense of satisfaction and nourishment.
Accessible and convenient transportation. Communities like Seaton Voorhees, Woodbury Mews, and The Quadrangle offer transportation services to residents, making it easier for them to access medical appointments, shopping centers, and social events.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews for Parkers Bend Retirement, Harmony at Kent, and Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line a CCRC note the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, providing a comfortable living environment for residents.
Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews from Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, Woodbury Mews, and Foulk Living express the sense of community and friendliness among residents, fostering a warm and inviting atmosphere.
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Shaws Mill independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaws Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaws Mill, 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 Shaws Mill 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 Shaws Mill 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
35%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.6%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
37.2%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.3%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.7%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaws Mill 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 Shaws Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shaws Mill, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.7%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
33.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaws Mill 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 Shaws Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.9%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.9%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.8%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.8%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.9%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.6%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
34.5%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.7%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Cape May, The Terraces at Seacrest Village and Azalea at Cinnaminson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shaws Mill, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 249 independent living facilities near Shaws Mill, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shaws Mill, New Jersey are Brookdale Cape May, Azalea at Cinnaminson and Traditions of Cross Keys. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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