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Memory care in Delaware City offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Delaware City is about $5,818 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 320 communities, read 7704 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Nichols Senior Care
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My mom originally resided at two different very large Assisted living facilities and her care was terrible. A year ago decided to move her for the third time and that was to Nichols Senior Care. In the year...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nichols Senior Care is a home designed to accommodate the needs of elderly people. Our home is a 16-bed facility, with private and semi-private rooms depending on availability. We specialize in the needs of the elderly who are not ready for a nursing home atmosphere but need supervision and...
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[name removed] listened well and provided several options for me to explore. She provided checklists that helped a lot while touring facilities, enabling me to ask pertinent questions. Viva is a perfect fit...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Viva Senior Living at Bel Air is located in Bel Air, MD, only 25 miles from Baltimore, life here has the charm of a small town with access to everything a big city has to offer. Along with our assisted living services, we’re one of only two secured memory care residences in the surrounding area....
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Initially there was some confusion over mechanical soft diet order, and there are not as many options for special diets. Some of the activities are more childish than others. It is costly for the level of...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
We offer you and your loved ones a premier assisted living experience at any of our Columbia Cottage communities. We were the first in Pennsylvania to have multiple communities licensed as Assisted Living, and we continue to be the only licensed Assisted Living residence in the areas we serve....
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Close proximity, there own private chef, very pleasant inside, 24 hour care, can bring a dog there for visits, private area and kitchen available for family to come and use. Very pleasant staff. Would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Woodview Estates Assisted Living has been helping residents for over 20 years. We are nestled on five wooded acres, with gorgeous scenery and plenty of natural beauty for residents to enjoy. Our location makes it perfect for families and friends to visit with easy access from the Black Horse and...
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They have been amazing with my dad. They really look out for him. He needs help with staying clean and they tend to him and change his clothes every four hours. They are very nice when we visit as well.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Tucked in amongst country clubs and golf courses, and just minutes from the shaded walking paths of Mondauk Commons, Sunrise of Dresher offers comfort and convenience. You'll appreciate local resources like Willow Grove Mall and Abington Hospital while family and friends who come to visit will...
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I LOVE Meadowcrest and their staff for my parents. Absolutely. The staff is caring and so professional. During this past snow storm, staff stayed overnight to make sure residents were secure. They even gave...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Meadowcrest at Middletown is the first community of its kind in the area. It offers a sleek, upscale design highlighted by modern influences and accents, as well as natural-looking materials.Quality, customized care is tailored to the needs of each resident. You’ll always have options when you...
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Transportation is an issue. The only have one driver. And shot the bus transportation service ends at 4 o'clock. There is no transportation on the weekend. It is a nice facility overall. In a good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Forwood Manor sits on 13 beautifully manicured acres and is located just minutes from I-95. Close to shopping and cultural sites, we offer a full-service rental retirement community with the best social and transportation programs, along with well-designed and spacious apartments. We invite you...
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Everyone there was very helpful and nice whenever I went to visit my sister or ask questions about her care. It's very well maintained and friendly staff.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located in the heart of Lower Merion Township, Symphony Square at Bala offers an elevated suburban senior living experience just minutes from Philadelphia. Our community specializes in both Personal Care and Memory Support, providing compassionate, individualized care in an elegant and welcoming...
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My ratings are based on comparison with our lifestyle before entering Wesley Enhanced Loving (WEL). The biggest change was demographics: about 80% of the residents are women, and of those, about 60% or more...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Wesley Enhanced Living Upper Moreland is a senior living community located in Hatboro, PA, which is a historical borough in Montgomery County and home to just over 7,000 people. Residents can enjoy relaxing in quiet parks, walking to local stores, and going out to restaurants. Wesley Enhanced...
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Photo of Asbury Ivy Gables
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It was clean and orderly. But most importantly, they would keep her, even after she was spent down. I would recommend to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in Wilmington, DE, Ivy Gables is proud to be a trusted choice for senior living, assisted living, and memory care in New Castle County, Delaware. Owned and operated by George and Tammy Loudon for many decades, Ivy Gables was acquired by Asbury Communities, Inc., in December 2023.Asbury...
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We are unsure about the activities, and some of the infrastructure is old. However, what we like the most about the community is that they are very friendly and welcoming. Yes, I would recommend the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Simpson House is conveniently located at the corner of Belmont and Monument Avenues and overlooks beautiful Fairmont Park. Simpson House was founded in 1865 to attend to the needs of older persons in the community after the Civil War. This unbroken chain of caring exists today as we provide a...
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What we like the most about the Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley community is the facility is beautiful and conveniently located. The staff is friendly and the community is diverse.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Less than 10 miles from the urban vitality of Center City and located within the historically and culturally rich enclave of Northwest Philadelphia, Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley offers personal care services in private accommodations within a beautiful, historic building. A complete range...
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My family and I cannot say enough wonderful things about [Name Removed] and the entire team at The Fountains at Atco.[Name Removed] made my dad’s move-in experience smooth, welcoming, and unbelievably...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Fountains at Atco is a continuing care retirement community offering vibrant living with exceptional care. Our community blends beautiful spaces and services, ensuring residents thrive, build connections, and enjoy every day to the fullest. Midway between the sun and surf of the seashore and...
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Staff very friendly and listened to our questions and provided careful guidance. Apartment sizes were appropriate for our needs however there were some unusual or quirky layouts.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park is a new senior living community located in Philadelphia, PA, one of the US's largest cities with over 1.5 million people. Residents can enjoy great activities like going out to restaurants, going shopping and running their errands, or they can relax in the...
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As with many ALFs, finding and keeping Aides is an ongoing challenge. That said, it has not affected the level of attention my mom has received. Response time to any health related matters is swift. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
HEATHERWOOD RETIREMENT COMMUNITY is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year, a community of Life Care Centers of America which operates more than 260 skilled nursing homes, assisted living and independent living communities and Alzheimer's centers.CONTINUUM-OF-CARE CAMPUSOur caring,...
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We were very happy with our experience at Manatawny. [name removed] was very helpful and worked with us to be able to place [name removed] even though he was in the edge of not being able to be placed. We...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Residences at Manatawny Village is a senior living community located in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. The community resides in the center of a productive farming and dairy region and has access to the nearby historic diatrict of Pottstown which offers tremendous opportunities for social,...
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The building is nice, great location. The day to day staff is nice and has patience. The administrative staff doesn’t respond consistently to emails. You have to go into the office to get results and stay on...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why we created a community filled with choice. Great restaurants, brain and body fitness courses, fantastic events, a state-of-the-art...
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One complaint I have is that the admissions director had told us that they would be checking in with my mother-in-law weekly to see how she is doing and to see if she needed another level of care. I don't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Serving the Newark community for over 40 years, Millcroft Living is truly the cornerstone of senior living. The campus offers a full continuum of residential options making it a smart choice for an active, life. You're invited to see the Independent living apartment homes, Licensed Assisted...
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The staff is dedicated to caring for their residents. Rooms are spacious, amenities are good and they provide many activities from which to choose.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Park Creek Place, a pet friendly senior living community, our goal is to offer our residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by providing compassionate assistance in their daily routine. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed...
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We had a great experience. Unfortunately, my father was only there for a very short amount of time because he died about 2 weeks after he moved in. The nursing staff was amazing. They did everything to make...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We’re welcoming brighter days as our residents have the chance to enjoy group activities, communal dining, social events, and indoor visitation, subject to community operating status.Community & Location Highlights:-Located in Malvern, Pennsylvania, in the heart of Willistown Township just...
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They need to work on stability. Nursing director left, they hired a new one in December. And that person has left already Executive director who I think was also new has departed Facility is in great shape i...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Dresher Estates by Priority Life CareStep into the newly updated Dresher Estates, a vibrant Colonial-style community nestled in beautiful Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Our tastefully remodeled residence is surrounded by lush landscaping, welcoming courtyards, and flourishing gardens...
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The staff is friendly and helpful, mom says food quality is good, it is very clean, and mom's studio is larger than others we looked at.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Harmony at Hockessin is going to be an elegant and exceptional senor living community in Hockessin, Delaware. Presenting 174 Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Apartments. The minute you see the building you know this is something unique & upscale. The exterior is finished in hand...
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The staff was the biggest plus, the staff are wonderful. The location was convenient, easy parking, very nice outdoor space for visits and we would recommend this community to other families based on the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Friends Home in Kennett Square is a non-profit senior living community thatoffers a variety of living options to help residents remain independent and active. Historic Kennett Square, a beautiful and close-knit community, offers an abundance of resources for our residents. A wonderful...
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5 for every category. He was only there 13 days before he passed and he refused to leave his room so we did experience the community at all. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Tucked beside the tranquil waters of Lion’s Lake Park in scenic Voorhees Township, our community offers more than just a beautiful place to live—it’s a lifestyle designed for joy. Whether you're strolling shaded walking trails, swimming laps in our indoor pool, or simply enjoying the laughter...
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Cost of memory care in Delaware City, DE

The average cost of senior living in Delaware City is $5,818 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle, DE with an average of $5,733 per month.

Memory care costs in Delaware City, DE, vs. nearby cities

Delaware City, DE
$5,818/mo
$6,217/mo

Memory care costs in Delaware City, DE, vs. state and national averages

Delaware City, DE
$5,818/mo
U.S. national average
$5,057/mo

Memory care costs in Delaware City, DE, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,818/mo

Memory care costs in Delaware City, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,392/mo
Studio
$8,017/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,752/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,131/mo

Senior living costs in Delaware City vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Delaware City, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDelaware City, DEDelawareU.S.
Memory Care$5,818/mo$6,603/mo$5,057/mo
Assisted Living$5,811/mo$6,530/mo$4,784/mo
Independent Living$4,314/mo$5,232/mo$4,247/mo
Memory Care
Delaware City, DE:$5,818/mo
Delaware:$6,603/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
Assisted Living
Delaware City, DE:$5,811/mo
Delaware:$6,530/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Independent Living
Delaware City, DE:$4,314/mo
Delaware:$5,232/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Memory care costs in Delaware City, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Delaware City and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Delaware City, DEDE stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Delaware City, DE

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Delaware City have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Delaware City, DE$7,110/mo$6,929/mo+2.6%
Delaware$7,110/mo$6,929/mo+2.6%
National$6,492/mo$6,159/mo+5.4%
Delaware City, DE
2024 average cost:$7,110/mo
2023 average cost:$6,929/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$7,110/mo
2023 average cost:$6,929/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$6,492/mo
2023 average cost:$6,159/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in Delaware City

Recent reviews for memory care in Delaware City

Cura Living at East Norriton

5.0
First, you need to see this facility. They did a major renovation and it looks so different. It has been modernized and looks amazing. My Mom has been at Brandywine for a few years. It is a tough decision to make when your loved one needs more care than what you can give. The apartments are ...
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Freedom Village at Brandywine, a CCRC in Coatesville, PA

4.5
My mother has lived at Freedom Village since 1999, first in a beautiful condo, next in Assisted Living and finally in Skilled Care for the last 5 years. She is now 96 years old, legally blind, hard of hearing, and has advanced dementia. She spends most of her time in a wheelchair and is happy ...
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The Residence at Chadds Ford in Glen Mills, PA

5.0
I would definitely recommend this community. It is brand new and extremely clean. The community has everything my mom needs. The staff is very friendly, kind, and attentive. The communication is great and they have built a relationship with us.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and caring memory care staff. Several reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of memory care staff members, who go above and beyond to ensure residents receive individualized care and attention. At Blue Bell Place, the staff formed close relationships with residents and their families, while at Exton Senior Living, ...
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Engaging activities for memory care residents. Reviews highlight the importance of engaging activities for memory care residents, which help them stay active and social. Communities like Artis Senior Living of Evesham and Hemsley House of Dresher offer a variety of activities tailored to residents' interests, such as singing, gardening, ...
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Thorough communication between families and staff. Frequent, clear communication is valued by families, who appreciate being kept informed about their loved ones' care. Staff members at and {{78577}}, for example, regularly update families on residents' progress and involve them in care decisions.
Clean and updated living spaces. Cleanliness is a priority for many families, and reviews mention the importance of well-maintained living spaces for memory care residents. At , the pristine bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room were mentioned, while Loreltons residents appreciated the updated Lore Village unit.
Personalized care and accommodations. Reviews describe the importance of personalized care and accommodations for memory care residents, such as customized meal plans and individualized attention. For instance, Juniper Village at Williamstowns staff accommodated residents' dietary needs, while Arden Courts King of Prussia, A Memo ...
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Consistent and knowledgeable memory care leadership. Consistent leadership and high-quality memory care expertise are essential for ensuring the best possible care for residents. Families at , {{534232}}, and Arden Courts King of Prussia, A Memory Care Community noted their appreciation for the competent and dedicated memory care directors who e ...
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Delaware City review score based on 1,638 family reviews

8.2
Review score270 facilities1638 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1638 reviews of 270 Delaware City memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Delaware City review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Delaware City review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Delaware City, DE270 facilities
8.0
New Castle, DE22 facilities
8.5
Odessa, DE7 facilities

Review subcategories for Delaware City memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,638 reviews of 270 Delaware City memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Delaware City resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Delaware City, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.9
Friendliness
3.6
4.0
Care services
3.3
3.7
Staff
3.5
3.9
Meals & dining
3.1
3.6
Activities
3.2
3.5
Value for cost*
3.2
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Delaware City memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Delaware City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Delaware City, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Delaware City memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Delaware City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Delaware City, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.3%
63.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.1%
47%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.9%
69.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.7%
28.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.6%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.6%
69.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Delaware City memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Delaware City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Delaware City, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.8%
71.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.8%
45.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.7%
67.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Delaware City memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Delaware City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Delaware City, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.7%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.4%
44.3%
No sugar
No sugar
57.8%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.9%
21.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Delaware City memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Delaware City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Delaware City, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.2%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.7%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
45.9%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.2%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Delaware City memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Delaware City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Delaware City, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
65.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.9%
32.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.1%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.2%
52.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67%
50.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.3%
59.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.2%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.4%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.8%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
65.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
46.7%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.1%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.8%
45.8%
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State regulations for memory care in Delaware City

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Delaware memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Delaware City protect seniors.
Learn about Delaware memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Village at Hammonton, Azalea of Cinnaminson and Harrison House Chester County are the top-rated memory care facilities near Delaware City, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 320 memory care facilities near Delaware City, Delaware. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Delaware City, Delaware are Spring Village at Hammonton, Azalea of Cinnaminson and Morningside House of Collegeville. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 320 memory care facilities near you in Delaware City, Delaware typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Delaware City, Delaware, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Delaware City, Delaware, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Delaware City, Delaware ranges from $151 to $14700. The average Memory Care cost in Delaware City, Delaware is $5,818. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Delaware City, Delaware typically starts at $151. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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