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Assisted living costs in Bennum average about $6,156 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 37 communities in Bennum. Our detailed directory has 632 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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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.
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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
     Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware.  We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware.  The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Delmar Manor Assisted Living Delmar Manor Assisted Living is located in Delmar, MD in Wicomico County. Our residential care home supplies the care that you need right when you need it in an area that is quiet and peaceful. Those who spend time in Delmar enjoy all that Wicomico County has to...
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My mom has been here for three years and I can honestly say that things are always great. They are very attentive to the needs of all the resident and go above and beyond to meet each persons need. I...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Delmar Villa Delmar Villa is a senior care home that is located in Wicomico County in Delmar, Maryland. While only encompassing 1.73 square miles, Delmar is considered to be part of the Salisbury Maryland-Delaware Metropolitan Statistical Area. Due to its crossing of the state border, it has...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Guiding Hands Assisted Living Guiding Hands Assisted Living is a residential care home located in rural Berlin, Maryland in Worcester County. The city of Berlin is located in the southern part of Maryland, about 10 miles from the Atlantic Coastline. There are plenty of recreational areas located...
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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.
1. Independent Living- 1&2 bedroom apartments in 3 story newly constructed building 6 miles from the ocean.  Ocean Pines offers outdoor recreational activities such as golf and  nature  trails.   2. Assisted Living- in the style of a bed and breakfast. Ocean...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Noble Senior Living at Rio Grande Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level of...
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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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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: Memory Care
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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.
Noble Senior Living at Bridgeton Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level of...
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Cost of assisted living in Bennum, DE

The average cost of senior living in Bennum is $6,156 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blades, DE with an average of $5,487 per month.

Assisted living costs in Bennum, DE, vs. nearby cities

Bennum, DE
$6,156/mo
$6,097/mo

Assisted living costs in Bennum, DE, vs. state and national averages

Bennum, DE
$6,156/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Bennum, DE, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,156/mo
$6,603/mo

Assisted living costs in Bennum, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,575/mo
Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$6,711/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,442/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,073/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Bennum 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: Bennum, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBennum, DEDelawareU.S.
Assisted Living$6,156/mo$6,207/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,603/mo$6,266/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$6,358/mo$5,185/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Bennum, DE:$6,156/mo
Delaware:$6,207/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Bennum, DE:$6,603/mo
Delaware:$6,266/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Bennum, DE:$6,358/mo
Delaware:$5,185/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Bennum, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bennum 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Bennum, DE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Bennum 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bennum, DE$6,293/mo$5,926/mo+6.2%
Delaware$6,507/mo$6,231/mo+4.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Bennum, DE
2024 average cost:$6,293/mo
2023 average cost:$5,926/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,507/mo
2023 average cost:$6,231/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bennum, DE

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What families are saying about assisted living in Bennum

Recent reviews for assisted living in Bennum

Maurice House in Millville, NJ

5.0
My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket

Brandywine Fenwick Island by Monarch in Selbyville, DE

5.0
My Mom recently celebrated her 95th birthday. The staff at Brandywine couldn’t have done more to make her day more special. From her caregiver who dressed Mom up so beautifully-and accessorized to the recognition of Mom throughout the day by all the staff! I bought a sheet cake and they happened ...
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Queenstown Landing

5.0
My inlaws reside at Queenstown Landing. My Father In Law recently passed. The kindness and warmth provided to him is beyond words. Exceptional care and interaction with the residents and families. The Staff is Family, and knows their resident's personalities and needs. They have the best ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Affordable prices despite high turnover and maintenance issues. Although some communities have faced issues with high turnover and maintenance, residents appreciate the affordable pricing at their communities. For example, at The Residence at Eden Green, some tenants are moving out due to rent increases, but at Harmony at Kent, the price and availability ...
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Friendly and helpful staff who go the extra mile. Residents and their families frequently mention the kindness and dedication of the staff at their communities. For instance, at Maurice House, a maintenance man went above and beyond to help a family member during the moving process, and at Peregrine Salisbury, the staff have been described ...
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Variety of activities based on residents' interests. Communities offer activities tailored to residents' interests, as seen at Gull Creek Senior Living Community, where the activities team is 'outstanding' and residents enjoy a wide range of programs. At Dover Place, the residents are 'constantly amazed' by the activities, and at Brookdale Do ...
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Consistent and clear communication between families and staff. Effective communication between families and staff is valued by residents and their loved ones. For example, at Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton, the staff are 'very attentive and friendly' and keep families updated on their loved ones' care. At Dover Place, the community director sets ...
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Individualized attention to enhance residents' well-being. Residents appreciate the personalized care they receive at their communities, as demonstrated at Dover Place, where the nursing and therapy staff helped a resident regain the ability to walk. At Brookdale Dover, the staff adapt to residents' individual needs and the nursing director goes abo ...
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Home-like atmosphere with a focus on resident comfort. Communities fostering a welcoming and homelike atmosphere are crucial for residents' comfort and happiness. At Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview, the administration runs the facility with a 'loving, caring attitude,' and at Brookdale Dover, the facility has a 'family atmosphere' that makes ...
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Bennum review score based on 236 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 236 reviews of 35 Bennum assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bennum review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Bennum review score compared against nearby cities

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Bennum, DE35 facilities
8.4
Georgetown, DE36 facilities
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Milton, DE39 facilities

Review subcategories for Bennum assisted living

When assisted living 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 236 reviews of 35 Bennum assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bennum resident and family assisted living 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.
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Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
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3.7
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Bennum assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bennum assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bennum, 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 Bennum assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Bennum that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bennum, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Bennum assisted living

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 Bennum Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bennum, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bennum assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bennum partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bennum, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
54.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Bennum assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bennum communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bennum, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bennum assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Bennum offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bennum, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.9%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
40%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.9%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bennum

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bennum protect seniors.
Learn about Delaware assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Brookdale Cape May, Peregrine Salisbury and Candle Light Cove are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Bennum, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 37 assisted living facilities near Bennum, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Bennum, Delaware are Brookdale Cape May and Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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