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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in New Castle County, DE
If your loved one needs memory care in New Castle County, A Place for Mom can help. With 9 memory care facilities in New Castle County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in New Castle County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. New Castle County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in New Castle County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Forest Park, Kentmere and Buttonwood.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Newark, Wilmington and Claymont.
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55 Floor plans available
8.7
Review score
58 reviews
My father was previously a resident at Somerford House and Place of Newark and we were very pleased with everything about the facility. Unfortunately my father passed away recently, but he enjoyed his time...
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.
Somerford House offers general assisted living on a beautifully landscaped campus in Newark, Delaware. Centrally located the surrounding community offers easy access to downtown Newark, local shopping districts, Christiana Hospital and Interstate 95. Step inside our doors to discover a lovely,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
Review score
3 reviews
We moved my mom here after a hospital stay that resulted in the need for assisted living. The building is relatively new and I was impressed with how wide the common hallways were as well as the ability for...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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2 reviews
Meadowcrest exceeded expectations in every way. Our experience was fantastic. The facility is new and the staff are always courteous and helpful. They treated Dad like family. We picked Meadowcrest because...
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.
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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9.0
Review score
13 reviews
I would rate all of the categories a 5. Abbey Manor of Elkton community has given my mother back her laugh. She feels secure there. The staff is exceptionally thoughtful. Based on the experience we have had...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Abbey Manor is designed to make our residents feel at home. In two buildings housing 16 residents each,, a cozy, enclosed porch leads into a large and attractively-appointed atrium-style living area. The home-cooking scents emanating from the open kitchen entice everyone into the Dining Room for...
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7.2
Review score
63 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Paramount Senior Living at Newark and everything about the experience was great. We felt that she got excellent care while she was there. It's a great place. I 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.
Paramount Senior Living is a senior living community offering both assisted living and memory care in Newark, Delaware. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood with access to many nearby activities and amenities. Residents can enjoy shopping at nearby shopping centers, excursions to...
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6.0
Review score
38 reviews
The staff here is great. They really do treat their residents with kindness and compassion. The building is clean and never has any weird smells when we go to visit. I would absolutely, 100% recommend...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Lindsay Place is an assisted living community located in beautiful Pennsville, New Jersey. Our tree lined property is in a quiet neighborhood between the Delaware River and Kate Creeks Meadow. Resident rooms overlook lovely forest or our peaceful interior courtyard. We strive to create a festive...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Newark Manor Nursing Home is an intermediate care facility with twenty four hour a day professional nursing care located on W. Main Street in Newark, Delaware. We have been in business since 1964. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our staff and the homelike environment we provide.We are...
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Cost of memory care in New Castle County, DE
The average cost of senior living in New Castle County is $5,497 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle, DE with an average of $5,240 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in New Castle County, DE vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in New Castle County, DE vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in New Castle County
Recent reviews for memory care in New Castle County
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.
Asbury Ivy Gables in Wilmington, DE
4.4
The place is great, the community is very clean and the staff members have continued to be so helpful and friendly. There are activities during all different times of the day, they are keeping our loved one constantly active and engaged. There are exercise glasses and mind games. She is really ...
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Meadowcrest at Middletown
3.5
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company ...
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New Castle County review score based on 26 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 26 reviews of 8 New Castle County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The New Castle County 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
New Castle County review score compared against nearby cities
7.9
New Castle County, DE8 facilities
7.9
Delaware City, DE301 facilities
8.2
New Castle, DE24 facilities
Review subcategories for New Castle County 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 26 reviews of 8 New Castle County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare New Castle County 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.New Castle County, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.0
Activities
4.2
3.9
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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New Castle County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Castle County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Castle County, 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 New Castle County 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 New Castle County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
New Castle County, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
65%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in New Castle County 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 New Castle County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
New Castle County, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
73.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in New Castle County 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 New Castle County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
New Castle County, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
43.7%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
49.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in New Castle County 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 New Castle County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
New Castle County, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.1%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Castle County 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 New Castle County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
51%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
21.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Forwood Manor, Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills and Lorelton are the top-rated memory care facilities near New Castle County, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 9 memory care facilities near New Castle County, Delaware. See the full list.
The 9 memory care facilities near you in New Castle County, Delaware typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in New Castle County, 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 New Castle County, 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 New Castle County, Delaware ranges from $495 to $12099. The average Memory Care cost in New Castle County, Delaware is $5,497. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in New Castle County, Delaware typically starts at $495. 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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Memory Care in Cities Near New Castle County
- Newark, Delaware
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Claymont, Delaware
- Lincoln University, Pennsylvania
- Elkton, Maryland
- Middletown, Delaware
- Hyde Park, Delaware
- Hockessin, Delaware
- Rolling Hills, Delaware
- Middleboro Manor, Delaware
- Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania
- Aston, Pennsylvania
- New Castle, Delaware
- Upper Chichester, Pennsylvania
- Ogletown, Delaware
- Chapel Hill, Delaware
- Pocopson, Pennsylvania
- Chester, Pennsylvania
- West Grove, Pennsylvania
- Havre de Grace, Maryland
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