Delaware Retirement Communities
Do you like shopping? The beach? Hiking? Great restaurants? Turns out, Delaware has it all! Though one of the smallest states in the union, Delaware is among the best places to live for retirees and has plenty to offer, including retirement-friendly tax systems and easy access to cities like Philadelphia and Baltimore. And you can experience it all from one of the three amazing Acts active retirement communities near you in Delaware.
Read on to learn more about these communities, or explore local regions such as Wilmington, New Castle County, and Sussex County.
Our Delaware Retirement Communities
What Is Acts Life Care and How Does it Work?
Benefits of Living at Retirement Homes in Delaware
If you’re looking for active retirement communities near you in Delaware (or you’re looking to move to Delaware), the state is also home to some wonderful Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) by Acts Retirement-Life Communities. All three locations include Acts’ Type A Life Care contract, which means:
- Predictable Costs for Future Care: Your monthly fees remain stable even if you need higher levels of care, such as assisted living or skilled nursing.
- Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Most or all future care services are included without significant increases in expenses.
- Priority Access to On-Campus Care: Residents receive priority placement in the community’s assisted living or skilled nursing facilities if needed.
- Financial Protection: By locking in care costs early, you avoid the rising expenses of healthcare over time.
- Peace of Mind for You and Your Family: Knowing that long-term care is covered relieves financial and emotional stress for both residents and their loved ones.
- Seamless Continuum of Care: You can stay within the same community while transitioning between levels of care, maintaining familiarity and comfort.
Is Delaware a Good Place to Retire?
Yes, there’s so much to do! While our three retirement homes have plenty of on-campus amenities and activities, there are also lots of points of interest in the surrounding areas. Use our interactive map to see some of the local landmarks in Delaware:
Local Highlights for Retirees Living in Delaware
Delaware’s Beautiful Beaches: Rehoboth Beach and Bethany Beach are just two of the popular beaches in Delaware. These family-friendly destinations are beloved vacation destinations.
Start Your Engines: Good news, race fans – all three of our locations are within driving distance of the Dover International Speedway. Dover is home to several NASCAR races each year.
Historic Landmarks: The first state has plenty of historical landmarks. A few of note include Fort Delaware, Olde Swedes Church, and Fort Miles.
Why Retire in Delaware?
Great Location
Delaware is within driving distance of Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, Atlantic City, and New York City. This means it’s easy to schedule day trips (or even long weekends) in neighboring cities.
Veterans Benefits
Delaware takes care of its military veterans. For instance, a large portion of military retirement pay is tax exempt. Other benefits include state educational benefits.
It's Tax-Friendly
Delaware is considered one of the most tax-friendly states on the East Coast. Social Security benefits are not taxed, and of course, there is no state or local sales tax.
Popular with Retirees
Delaware is the 10th most popular state with retirees. With all the benefits listed above, it’s no surprise that so many are choosing to spend their golden years in Delaware.
