Retirement Living In Delaware's Capital Region

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In the middle of it all! Centrally located within the Mid-Atlantic, just an 1.5 hours from Philadelphia and Baltimore and within 4 hours to New York City. The region boasts tax free shopping and dining with a short drive to the ocean communities of Rehoboth Beach, the Nation's Summer Capital. Perfect for retirees wanting to be close to relatives and families in the East Coast's premier communities without the hustle and bustle. Award-winning events, national wildlife refuge in the region, art, museums, and fine dining options also available. National Historical Park within the state capital's downtown district. Thriving 55+ communities and senior centers such as Modern Maturity Center. Region is host to an award winning hospital system that has announced a major expansion of services on a new campus within the region as well. School district taxes are among the lowest in the state. Nature is abound with State Parks, wildlife refuges, and bay /ocean beaches just a short drive away. Two wineries and other libations crafters have made Kent County Delaware their home with delicious varieties of brews, spirits and more. Three golf courses and within a short driving distance of signature courses as well. Greater Dover is the birthplace of American spirit as the first signer to the Declaration of Independence; however, before was home to the "Penman" of the American Revolution, and a host to the Underground Railroad between the South and the North. The Johnson Victrola Museum holds memories of days gone by with the first talking machine and Nipper the dog. Explore the Bayshore Byway and the many bay side beaches with hidden jewels of beach glass or witness the spawning one of the world's most ancient living dinosaurs only found within this region and one other region on the Pacific Coast of Japan, the horseshoe crab. Finally, The Biggs Museum of Modern Art and the Schwartz Center are home to exhibitions and performing arts through out the year.

Includes Cities/Towns: Camden Wyoming, Clayton, Dover, Dover Afb, Felton, Frederica, Greenwood, Harrington, Hartly, Magnolia, Milford, Smyrna.

Region Characteristics

Urban / City	Rural	Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community	College Town	Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town	Coastal community

Demographics

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Senior Housing Options

Adult communities	Gated communities	Rental units
Affordable Housing	Group homes	Residential care facility
Apartments	Houses	RV Parks
Assisted Living	Nursing homes	State veteran home
Condos	Over 50 Communities

A variety of options available with golf course communities, over 55 communities, assisted living and nursing homes. State veteran home in Milford.

Senior Assistance in Delaware's Capital Region

Delaware's Capital Region offers the following assistance for seniors:

Elder-care facilities	Meals on Wheels	Van services for seniors
Home care	Senior center	Visiting nurses

two major communities, Milford and Dover offer senior services through senior centers and DART transportation.

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Delaware's Capital Region Offer For Retirees?

Chamber and tourism corporations always request volunteers, schools-5 school districts are always I need of volunteers. Veterans can apply to volunteer at major air mobility command museum next to air base.

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