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The cost of independent living in Little Heaven is about $5,939 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 188 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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Photo of Brookdale Dover
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.0
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52 reviews
9.0
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52 reviews
5 star
38%
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40%
3 star
8%
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My father was a resident at Brookdale Dover for 6 years. During his stay he was well cared for. His medications were dispensed. All meals provided. Housekeeping kept his apt. clean and tidy. The staff was...
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.
Here you’ll have the care you need so you can focus on the fun.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Dover with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take a tai chi...
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77 Photos available
9.0
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59 reviews
9.0
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59 reviews
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I found Milford Place to be a fine place to care for my mother during her final months. Care and service were consistent. Staff and administration were very responsive, communicative and caring. I would not...
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.
Milford Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community located in Milford Delaware. We offer senior living services to residents in the southern Delaware area and beyond. Known as the Gateway to Southern Delaware, Milford has a premiere location within 20 minutes of popular Delaware beaches like...
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Photo of Harmony at Kent
99 Photos available
3838 Floor plans available
8.5
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43 reviews
8.5
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43 reviews
5 star
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30%
3 star
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7%
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CLEAN , WELL KEPT , OUTSIDE ,&, INSIDE , FOOD NOT 5 STAR BUT GOOD ...staff and guests, residents have all been very friendly and a seem very happy i have been very supplied at this placed . Positive...
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 Kent is a new community, opening Late Fall of 2021. We are supported by Harmony Senior Services based in Charleston, S.C. Our new community will have 195 apartments catering to Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Featuring a formal dining room, bistro- style restaurant...
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44 Floor plans available
8.1
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33 reviews
8.1
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33 reviews
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The facility was clean and well maintained. It was close to our home and reasonably priced. Staff members are very nice and are responsive.
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.
State Street Assisted Living is a community that is dedicated to the mission of making sure that every resident is like a part of  our extended family.   At State Street, we ensure that each resident is able to live their life to the highest potential by receiving personal...
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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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Cost of independent living in Little Heaven, DE

The average cost of senior living in Little Heaven is $5,939 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,882 per month.

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

Little Heaven, DE
$5,939/mo
$5,939/mo
$6,162/mo

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

Little Heaven, DE
$5,939/mo
U.S. national average
$4,104/mo

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

$5,889/mo
Independent Living
$5,939/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,589/mo
Studio
$6,886/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,978/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,499/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Little Heaven over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Little Heaven

Recent reviews for independent living in Little Heaven

Dover Place

4.0
In general the staff is very caring and helpful. As with most facilities; they seem to be short staffed with call-out and hiring the right people. Unfortunately, I find this true with most businesses in this day and age. If they could add more fresh vegetables and fruits; I know that has been ...
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Harmony at Kent in Dover, DE

3.7
My bathroom ceiling is leaking. I know from hearing other residents talk nothing gets fixed around here. I hope tomorrow when I report this something is done to repair it, before it gets worse.I have 4 towels to collect water for the nighttime. Please help me solve this Before it gets worse.

The Residence at Eden Green in Denton, MD

4.1
It's been ok. I think communication could be better. Very clean. Staff is very friendly. Care could be better. My mom is incontinent and needs reminders every 2 hours and I feel they do not stay on top of that. She is always wet when I go there. I have had a few conversations about it but it is ...
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Little Heaven independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Little Heaven independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Little Heaven, 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 Little Heaven 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 Little Heaven partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Little Heaven, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
50%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Little Heaven 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 Little Heaven communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Little Heaven, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
50%
37.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Little Heaven 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 Little Heaven offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Little Heaven, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.6%
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Brookdale Dover, Milford Place and Dover Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Little Heaven, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near Little Heaven, Delaware. See the full list.

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