The Shipley Living Lifestyle
The Shipley Living lifestyle means enjoying vibrant days filled with choice, connection, and comfort through exceptional dining, personalized wellness support, enriching activities, and top-tier services and amenities. Here, every day brings new opportunities to thrive, explore, and enjoy the freedom to live the life you love.
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Dining is Special at Shipley Living
Savor every meal with fresh, chef-crafted dishes, daily variety, and warm, attentive service.
1. Meet Chef Cy & Our Culinary Team
Cyril (Cy) Stewart
Leading the Shipley Living culinary experience is Food and Beverage Director Cyril Stewart, affectionately known as Chef Cy. Cy’s background spans top-tier hotels, restaurants, and country clubs, and his passion for cooking shines through in every dish. A former pastry chef and an enthusiastic participant in culinary competitions—think “Chopped” style cook-offs—Cy keeps things exciting in the kitchen and at the table.
Known for his signature rubs, sauces, compound butters, syrup, breadcrumb blends, and house-made croutons, Chef Cy ensures every meal is infused with unique flavors that reflect his love of global cuisines and his adventurous spirit as a traveler and food explorer.
Chef Cy is supported by an Executive Chef and a highly skilled, dedicated culinary team who are passionate about creating memorable meals and experiences. From elegant dinners to friendly food challenges between residents and staff, every dining moment at Shipley is made with heart, flavor, and a sense of fun.
2. Daily Dining Experience
Our daily dining experience is thoughtfully designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of each resident.
- Continental Breakfast is included daily to start the morning with light, fresh options. Hot Breakfast is available.
- Coffee Bar features fresh-brewed coffee, hot teas, and cocoa daily.
- Grab and Go Offerings include a rotating selection of soups, fresh fruit, sandwiches, salads, ice cream, and seasonal favorites.
- Hydration Stations, located throughout all levels of care, provide easy access to refreshing beverages, including a variety of teas and coffees tailored to residents in healthcare and assisted living environments.
- Restaurant-Style Dining is featured in our independent living, offering a full-service experience with diverse menus and attentive service.
- Select Menu Dining is provided in assisted living and healthcare neighborhoods, offering residents choice and variety in a supportive setting.
4. Dining with Family & Guests
Family and friends can enjoy a guest meal for a fee. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, holiday gathering, or on-site meeting, our catering services can provide a special menu tailored to your needs.
Throughout the year, we host special occasion luncheons and dinners for residents and their families, including festive meals for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holidays. These events are thoughtfully planned to bring joy and tradition to the table, making everyone feel at home.
Our living room and bistro are also available for booking celebratory events.
5. Resident Engagement
Our Food and Beverage Committee empowers residents to play an active role in shaping the meals and offerings they enjoy every day. Through regular meetings, residents have the opportunity to share feedback, suggest new ideas, and help guide decisions on menu selections, Grab and Go options, and overall food and beverage choices. This collaborative approach not only ensures that our dining program reflects the tastes and preferences of our community—it also fosters a strong sense of involvement and connection.
6. Special Events
Our signature Farm to Table events showcase the best of local produce, dairy, and seasonal ingredients from nearby farms and connect residents with the rich bounty of the surrounding area.
“QuickFire” is a resident-driven, themed buffet that highlights special cultural foods and ingredients. Each event is inspired by a different cuisine, featuring festive décor and creative dishes made with local fruits, vegetables, and dairy. It’s a fun, immersive experience that gives residents the opportunity to explore new tastes and enjoy the vibrant spirit of community dining.
Health and Wellness Support Services
At Shipley Living, our exclusive Health and Wellness Support Services can connect you with on-campus services to help you achieve your fitness and wellness goals. Our team can also schedule health and medical related appointments, coordinate hospital transfers, and support transitions to higher levels of care.
8 Dimensions of Wellness
Our array of programs, services, and amenities support all 8 Dimensions of Wellness to ensure your overall physical, psychological, and social well-being.
We offer a variety of activities such as a walking club, weekly Zumba, yoga, live Tai Chi, DrumFit, and line dancing. Fall prevention exercises improve strength, endurance, and balance. Residents can also enjoy Wii Sports for interactive fun. Additionally, monthly Therapy Talks provide valuable insights into maintaining wellness.
We believe that fostering connection and creative expression lies at the heart of emotional wellness. That’s why we offer weekly entertainment and art classes, as well as a cooking and baking club. We provide a bi-weekly grief-sharing group for support, along with regular movie, theater, and shopping outings to engage and uplift spirits.
Our vibrant social scene encourages residents to connect and have fun. Weekly cocktail hour, daily morning brew (coffee club), and discussion groups are just a few ways to spark conversation. We host monthly birthday parties, dance parties, and lunch outings to create opportunities for socializing and celebrating together.
Stimulating the mind is an essential part of our wellness approach. Residents can join the book club, attend monthly wellness lectures on topics like fall prevention, nutrition, and dementia, or participate in fun, interactive Jeopardy challenges. These activities promote mental engagement and lifelong learning.
We offer weekly church services for all religions, along with transportation to local places of worship such as Immaculate Heart of Mary and Congregation Beth Emeth. In-house ministry services are also available, providing a spiritual touchstone for residents.
We provide wellness fairs, fall risk assessments, and informative Health Talks on topics like safety, nutrition, and chronic conditions. In partnership with HealthPro and Christiana Care, we offer valuable resources to maintain and improve resident health.
We believe in giving residents a voice and purpose through volunteer opportunities. Residents can serve as Resident Ambassadors, Resident Council Presidents, or participate in the Welcome Committee in healthcare. Our community also comes together annually for fundraising events benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association, including the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Shipley Living celebrates nature and sustainability. Residents enjoy the garden club, flower arranging, and outdoor games while contributing to recycling efforts. In partnership with our Food and Beverage Director, residents incorporate fresh, homegrown ingredients from the garden into cooking club recipes, promoting a sustainable and healthy lifestyle.
Services and Amenities
At Shipley Living, comfort and convenience are part of everyday life. Extraordinary Impressions® ensures that every interaction with you and your family is meaningful and memorable.
- Weekly housekeeping
- Weekly laundry services available for an additional fee in independent living and healthcare; laundry services are complimentary in assisted living
- Scheduled transportation services available for residents
- Access to our newly renovated living room, dining room, and bistro/bar area
- Enclosed courtyard in healthcare area and a relaxing outdoor patio at the front entrance for warmer weather enjoyment
- Assisted living residents can enjoy activities in both assisted living and healthcare areas
- Living room and bistro available for booking for celebratory events (birthday, religious, or other special occasions)
- Catering services and decorating available for a fee for special events hosted in our living room or bistro
- Salon services (available for an additional fee)
Enrichment Activities
Life at Shipley Living is filled with opportunities to learn, explore, and connect. From daily social gatherings to exciting outings and creative workshops, there's always something enriching and engaging happening in our vibrant community.
- Resident-run social clubs including Bridge, Book Club, Gardening Club, Men’s Bible Study
- Weekly group shopping trips
- Weekly Senior Singers practice and performances
- Live entertainment and performances
- Walking Club, Zumba, yoga, Tai Chi & Stretch, DrumFit
- Art classes, Cooking and Baking Club, flower arranging
- Outdoor games
- Outings to movies, theater, local restaurants, casinos, museums, parks, and community events
- Social events including weekly cocktail hour, daily Morning Brew (coffee club), daily discussion groups, monthly birthday and dance parties, monthly lunch outings
- Monthly wellness lectures on topics like health and safety
Understanding Pricing
The amazing services, amenities, and activities of Shipley Living are included in your monthly fee. Click below to learn more about the pricing of our highly sought after senior living rental model.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Residents enjoy three chef-prepared meals each day, featuring a variety of fresh, flavorful options. There's also a coffee bar, Grab and Go selections, and special catering for holidays and events.
Yes! Guests are always welcome. Family and friends can enjoy a guest meal for a fee.
Our Health & Wellness support services connect residents to on-campus services like physician visits, fitness programs, mental health support, and care coordination—including transitions to higher levels of care if needed.
Residents can participate in a full calendar of enriching activities—from fitness classes and art workshops to happy hours, movie nights, themed parties, and outings to restaurants, theaters, and local attractions.
We believe resident voices matter. Programs allow residents to give feedback on dining, and there are many opportunities to lead clubs, volunteer, serve as a resident ambassador, and contribute ideas for events and services.
Amenities include weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation, fitness programs, chef-inspired meals, and utilities. Optional services like laundry are available for an additional fee.
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Residents and Their Families Love Shipley Living
I recently visited my grandfather at Shipley Living, where he has lived for many years in a two-bedroom cottage in Independent Living. Every visit is a joy, especially since we live out of state—it’s comforting to know there’s always a room for us when we stay. Most importantly, he is safe, well cared for, and enjoys a wide range of services and amenities. He consistently speaks highly of the staff, who have become like an extended family to him. Knowing he is happy and thriving gives us tremendous peace of mind.
Thank you Shipley Living!!!
Harrison S.
“My brother has been living at Shipley Living for the past several months and we're so grateful for the positive impact it's had on his life. Since moving in, he has made some new friends and enjoys the delicious meals. He loves the staff's genuine care and the way they go out of their way to accommodate his needs.”
Michele D., Family Member of Resident
“My dad is a resident in the independent living area. He feels so much a part of the community. The employees are all so friendly and kind.”
Christine E., Family Member of Resident
“A few years ago, my father-in-law was looking for an independent living community. It was very important to him that he was able to continue working and stay independent for as long as possible. Shipley helped him to do just that!”
Michele S., Family Member of Resident
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