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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Blackiston, DE

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Assisted living costs in Blackiston average about $6,757 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 157 communities in Blackiston. Our detailed directory has 3818 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Dover, Middletown and Smyrna.

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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
All Together Assisted Living is a residential care home located in the major city of Baltimore, Maryland. Our community is known as an independent city with numerous attractions to keep everyone engaged and active including M&T Bank Stadium and the National Aquarium. Baltimore is a wonderful...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Alhambra Assisted Living is located in Baltimore, MD in Baltimore County. This residential care home provides the comfort that you are seeking in an area that is filled with things to do and events to attend. Those who spend time in Baltimore find that there is always something to do and always...
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Photo of Assisted Living 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.
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During my mother's time here, she was in the independent living section and the community was always clean and the staff was always friendly and willing to help. When my mother's health declined, they were...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Blackiston, DE

The average cost of senior living in Blackiston is $6,757 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Townsend, DE with an average of $6,385 per month.

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

Blackiston, DE
$6,757/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,757/mo
$7,735/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,717/mo
Studio
$5,538/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,730/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,939/mo

Senior living costs in Blackiston 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: Blackiston, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlackiston, DEDelawareU.S.
Assisted Living$6,757/mo$7,555/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,735/mo$8,215/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,365/mo$4,873/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Blackiston, DE:$6,757/mo
Delaware:$7,555/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Blackiston, DE:$7,735/mo
Delaware:$8,215/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Blackiston, DE:$4,365/mo
Delaware:$4,873/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Blackiston, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Blackiston 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 Blackiston, DE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Blackiston 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 average 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
Blackiston, DE$6,437/mo$6,188/mo+4.0%
Delaware$6,390/mo$6,287/mo+1.6%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Blackiston, DE
2024 average cost:$6,437/mo
2023 average cost:$6,188/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,390/mo
2023 average cost:$6,287/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Blackiston, DE

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Blackiston.

What families are saying about assisted living in Blackiston

Recent reviews for assisted living in Blackiston

Divine Care Assisted Living Inc in Baltimore, MD

4.3
The facility ca be described as a detached home that has been very tastefully refurbished and decorated. My family and I were impressed with the cleanliness, the furniture (brand new) and it has all of the up to date amenities. Mr. Benjamin has been very kind, respectful and patient with my ...
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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

We Care First, LLC in Baltimore, MD

5.0
I moved my parents into Lin’s after having quite a few problems at their previous home. First of all, it’s a single home and not a facility. Their staff is established; they’re easy to communicate with and get in touch with. I can call the owner Stephanie directly and I know she’ll answer her ...
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Blackiston review score based on 764 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 764 reviews of 157 Blackiston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Blackiston 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

Blackiston review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Blackiston, DE157 facilities
8.8
Milford, DE14 facilities
8.0
Wilmington, DE107 facilities

Review subcategories for Blackiston 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 764 reviews of 157 Blackiston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Blackiston 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.
Blackiston, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
3.4
Friendliness
3.2
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.1
3.4
Meals & dining
2.8
3.1
Activities
2.9
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
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Blackiston assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blackiston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blackiston, 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 Blackiston 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 Blackiston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Blackiston, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.4%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.1%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.6%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.4%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.6%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Blackiston 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 Blackiston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Blackiston, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.7%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blackiston 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 Blackiston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blackiston, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.1%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
51.6%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.9%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Blackiston 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 Blackiston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blackiston, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blackiston 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 Blackiston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blackiston, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
61.1%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.9%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.8%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.4%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.7%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.9%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.3%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.5%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
59.9%
48%
Dances
Dances
42%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.2%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.9%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Blackiston

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 Blackiston protect seniors.
Learn about Delaware assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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