Luther Towers is a senior living community located in Wilmington, Delaware, on North Broom Street. The facility provides housing options for older adults aged 62 and over, with a focus on independent living and subsidized housing. While the community advertises both assisted- and independent-living services, publicly available sources as of June 2024 indicate that Luther Towers does not offer licensed assisted living or skilled nursing care. The property includes two high-rise buildings, Luther Towers I and II, and features amenities such as meal services, wellness programs, and on-site support staff.
The care and support services at Luther Towers are primarily designed to assist residents with activities of daily living. Staff can provide help with personal care, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting assistance. While the community addresses needs such as incontinence care and diabetes management to the extent allowed under unlicensed assisted living regulations, skilled nursing services are not provided on site. Support is available for residents who require ambulatory and non-ambulatory assistance, and arrangements can be made for ancillary services like podiatry. The facility accepts residents with psychiatric issues as part of its general admission policy, offering basic oversight and supportive services as the staff are able, but without specialized psychiatric care. Medical support is provided at a level appropriate for an independent or non-licensed assisted environment, with regular staff check-ins and coordination of external medical services as necessary.
Luther Towers also provides complimentary transportation for both medical and non-medical purposes. This service is intended to assist residents in accessing off-site healthcare appointments, grocery shopping, or attending social activities, enhancing their ability to remain active and engaged in the broader community.
Residents and family reviews reveal mixed opinions regarding the quality of care and management at Luther Towers. Many residents and family members note the cleanliness of the buildings, the well-kept common areas, and the organized, accessible staff. Positive remarks also include satisfaction with activity offerings, the supportive nature of the staff, and the clarity and efficiency of the application and move-in process. Conversely, several reviews cite concerns with management responsiveness and lapses in resident supervision. Issues mentioned include residents leaving the building unnoticed, a lack of follow-up from nursing staff on family concerns, cleanliness challenges such as odors in hallways, and unresolved pest infestations that impacted personal belongings without adequate compensation. These accounts reflect variability in the experience of residents, highlighting differences in oversight, communication, and consistency of care delivery across the community.
Costs at this community start at $0 and range up to $0. The average price in the community is $0, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,325. The cost of independent living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.