Wilmington, Delaware
Ingleside Homes Inc
1005 N Franklin St, Wilmington, DE 19806
- Location
- Wilmington, DE
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- Profile published
About this community
Ingleside Homes Inc is a nonprofit retirement community with independent apartments and supportive social services for low- to moderate-income seniors. Residents have restaurant-style dining and a weekly calendar of activities, including walks, educational opportunities, special programs, trips and Wii Bowling.
Care & daily life
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Independent Living
Senior-oriented housing for people living independently who want community conveniences.
About this care categoryA closer look at the community
Explore the published details below. Confirm current arrangements and individual needs with Ingleside Homes Inc.
Care & support
This location is Ingleside’s independent retirement apartment community, described as independent living with services. Assisted living is a separate residence.
Everyday life
Residents can sign up weekly for transportation to group shopping trips and other scheduled off-site activities.
Resident Services Coordinators can help residents identify affordable transportation for specific needs.
Dining & meals
Residents enjoy three well-balanced restaurant-style meals daily.
Ingleside Retirement Apartments has seasonal menus, monthly themed meals and a Sunday brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Takeout meals are available at lunch and dinner for a monthly fee or a daily per-meal fee.
In-room meals can be provided when residents are unable to visit the dining room; a delivery fee applies.
Activities & connection
The weekly independent-community calendar includes nature walks, educational opportunities, special programs, trips and Wii Bowling leagues.
Many events take place in the H. Fletcher Brown Community Room or the Downs Cultural Center auditorium.
Shared spaces & amenities
A beauty salon and barbershop are on the first floor of the retirement apartments. Services include shampoo and styling, cuts, color, perms and beard grooming.
Salon visits are by appointment, and residents pay the hair professionals separately at the time of service.
Location & getting around
Visitors must register at the lobby desk. Street parking is available.
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Community FAQs
These answers summarize published source information. Confirm what matters for your situation directly.
Can visitors share a meal with a resident?
Yes. Guests may join residents in the dining room for a nominal fee; arrange the visit in advance.
Are Saturday tours available?
Yes. Saturday tours are available by appointment.
Before you decide
Use these questions when you contact Ingleside Homes Inc. They are conversation starters, not claims about what this community offers.
Rooms & accessibility
Which room or suite options are available? Can we see the bathroom, entrances and shared spaces to check whether they meet our accessibility needs?
Dining & everyday life
What meals and dietary options are offered? May we see a current activity schedule and ask how residents choose what to take part in?
Support as needs change
What support is included, who provides it and when? What happens if a resident needs more help than the community can provide?
Costs & moving in
Can we get an itemized quote, including fees and optional services? Is there a waiting list, and what assessments or agreements are needed before moving in?
