Operational since 1908, Fredericka Manor is one of oldest retirement communities in the United States. It features garden homes, apartments and multiroom cottages with garages. The community offers independent and assisted living, Medicare-certified skilled nursing and rehabilitative services. It organizes dramatic stage performances and outings. Fredericka Manor also provides music therapy programs and piano, fitness, aquatic, tai chi and Spanish classes. The community offers opportunities for residents to participate in creative activities, including writing, painting, ballroom dancing, sewing and cooking. It features a recreation center and swimming pool. Fredericka Manor additionally provides dining, housekeeping and scheduled transportation services. It is a part of Front Porch, which is a group of retirement communities.