Abbey Delray is a senior living community located in Delray Beach, Florida, operated by Lifespace Communities, a non-profit organization specializing in senior living options. As a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), Abbey Delray offers multiple levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation services. The facility completed substantial renovations in 2022, which included updates to dining venues, wellness amenities, and its health center. Residents benefit from the continuity of care model, allowing transitions among care types as needs evolve.
Care and medical support services at Abbey Delray are designed to address a broad range of resident needs. The community provides specialized memory care within a secured environment and with facilities designed specifically to accommodate those experiencing memory loss. There are programs for diabetes management, incontinence care, and medication management, as well as ambulatory care support for residents with mobility challenges. Short-term rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are available for those recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. Skilled nursing services include assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, all of which can be provided at a full-assistance level. A podiatrist and massage therapist are available on site. Residents can also access programs such as fitness classes, yoga, and chair yoga, as well as benefit from indoor walking paths and a barber/beauty salon within the community. English is the primary language spoken at the facility.
Abbey Delray offers various clubs, organized activities, and fitness programs to support social engagement and overall wellness. For those living with cognitive impairment, secure and structured environments ensure safety, while amenities such as memory care units are designed for their specific needs. The community also addresses social and emotional well-being through clubs and a range of communal events.
Transportation options for residents at Abbey Delray include complimentary transportation for medical appointments and scheduled community events. For non-medical transportation needs beyond what is provided, residents may access transportation at cost, enabling them to attend personal outings, shopping, or other off-site engagements as necessary.
Feedback from residents and their families about Abbey Delray presents varied experiences. Some reviewers describe challenges encountered within the skilled nursing and memory care settings, including concerns about staffing levels, communication, responsiveness to urgent needs, personal hygiene routines, and administrative transparency. Reported issues have included delayed attention to bathroom assistance, falls, loss of personal belongings, and inconsistent follow-up in emergency or post-hospitalization scenarios. Despite these concerns, a number of families note positive interactions with front desk staff, certain nursing staff, and therapy providers, as well as a sense of community and active lifestyle options—particularly within independent living. The facility’s management and admission processes have also drawn criticism from some residents and their families.
Abbey Delray continues to provide a range of care and support services, with extensive amenities and social engagement opportunities available to residents. Its model is structured to address changing healthcare and daily living needs within a single campus environment.
Costs at this community start at $2,495 and range up to $6,710. The average price in the community is $4,602, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,673. The cost of continuing care retirement communities 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.
