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Luther Towers

1201 North Harrison Street, Wilmington, DE 19806

Independent Living
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(800) 780-8101

Estimated Pricing

One Bedroom
Estimated $4,430

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,859
  • Average State Price: $5,047
  • Average National Price: $4,181



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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Community Reviews

    6.1
    Luther Towers
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 14 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 28 out of 32 communities in Wilmington
  • Ranking in State: 72 out of 81 communities in DE
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Reviews of Lutheran Senior Services and Luther Towers have been mixed, highlighting both positive and negative aspects of the living experience. Some visitors and residents have found the staff to be pleasant and informative, and the rooms clean and adequately sized, though some wished for larger living spaces. The facilities offer various amenities such as food services, trash services, cable, a beauty shop, kitchen, and laundromat, alongside activities like shopping trips and bingo.

    However, concerns have been raised about the cleanliness and maintenance of the buildings, with reports of infestations, unpleasant odors, and a need for updates like fresh paint and new carpets. Security and staff attentiveness have also been questioned, with instances of unmonitored entrances and lack of communication regarding residents' whereabouts and needs. The size of the apartments and the digital equipment have posed challenges for some residents, particularly those seeking more space or those with visual impairments.

    Despite these issues, many have found the community to be friendly and supportive, with a variety of activities and services that cater to the residents' needs. The application process was described as easy, and the staff's efforts to accommodate residents and provide a clean and organized environment were appreciated by some. However, the need for improvements in facility maintenance, staff responsiveness, and accommodation of residents' needs and concerns remains a significant theme in the feedback.


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    Services

    Social Service Coordinator


    Activities

    Planned Social Activities


    Community Amenities

    24-hr Front Desk Security

    Elevator

    Free internet access in library computers

    On-Staff Maintenance

    Onsite Management

    On-site Laundry facilities


    Room Amenities

    Individually controlled heat & a/c


    Transportation

    Transportation to Scheduled destinations


    Pet

    Small dogs & cats welcome



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Wilmington which is 0.8 miles away and has a population of 71,948 (large town).
    • The average income is $141,221, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 81
      • Low Temperature: 34
      • Average Temperature: 58.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 159 days of rain, 21 days of snow and 183 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.8 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 36.4 years old, high compared to other cities.
    • 4.26% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 4.64% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1% Asian, 58% Black or African-American, 7% Hispanic or Latino, and 31% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 11.05 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.88 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.83 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.98 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.77 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 41.0, Moderate Days 19.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Acme
    0.4 miles away
    Fresh Grocer
    0.7 miles away
    Save-A-Lot
    0.9 miles away
    Brown Bag
    0.9 miles away
    Food Lion
    2.5 miles away

    Transportation

    Wilmington
    1.2 miles away
    Claymont
    6.4 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Wilmington Greyhound Terminal
    1.1 miles away
    4
    2.1 miles away
    2;35
    2.5 miles away
    DART Bus Stop
    4.5 miles away
    22;25
    4.5 miles away

    Banks

    Citizens Bank
    0.4 miles away
    Artisans’ Bank
    0.7 miles away
    Santander Consumer Bank
    0.8 miles away
    M&T Bank
    2.1 miles away
    WSFS
    2.5 miles away

    Hospitals

    Saint Francis Healthcare
    0.5 miles away
    Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children
    1.7 miles away
    Veterans Affairs Medical Center Wilmington
    2.6 miles away
    Delaware Psychiatric Center
    3.5 miles away
    Rockford Center: Gupta Saurabh MD
    6.7 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    0.1 miles away
    Rite Aid
    0.7 miles away
    Market Street Pharmacy
    0.9 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.7 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    3.5 miles away

    Dentists

    Wahl Family Dentistry
    2.5 miles away
    Kirkwood Dental
    4.3 miles away
    Main Street Dental
    6.3 miles away
    Dr. Albert Turk, D.M.D.
    6.5 miles away
    Westwood Oral Surgery Associates
    6.6 miles away

    Parks

    Happy Valley
    0.0 miles away
    Cool Spring
    0.1 miles away
    Cool Springs East Park
    0.1 miles away
    Soldiers and Sailors Monument Park
    0.1 miles away
    Brandywine Park
    0.2 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Trinity Episcopal Church
    0.3 miles away
    Saint Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church
    0.5 miles away
    Grace United Methodist Church
    0.6 miles away
    Wilmington Friends Meeting House
    0.8 miles away
    Saint Joseph's Roman Catholic Church
    0.9 miles away

    Shopping

    Independence Mall
    2.0 miles away
    Concord Mall
    4.8 miles away
    Christiana Mall
    7.1 miles away
    Shoppes at Buena Vista
    7.9 miles away
    Beaver Brook Plaza
    8.5 miles away

    Culture

    Grand Opera House
    0.8 miles away
    World Cafe Live
    0.9 miles away
    Wilmington Drama League
    2.0 miles away
    Station Gallery
    2.7 miles away
    Arden Gild Hall
    5.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Gianni's Pizza
    0.3 miles away
    Brew Ha ha
    0.3 miles away
    Island Fin
    0.4 miles away
    Grotto Pizza
    0.5 miles away
    Gallucio's
    0.5 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of DE. It is a medium-sized community with 41 total beds.

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