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Assisted living costs in Brownsville average about $6,078 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 69 communities in Brownsville. Our detailed directory has 1120 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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Photo of The Moorings at Lewes
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.
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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: 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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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.
Arcadia of Chester has 15 private and semi-private rooms. This location features a large living area, as well as a garden walking path, patio, and tiki bar. A note from our Founder & CEO, Donna Poole:In 2003, I was 35 years old with 3 young children and running an accounting business. My...
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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.
Photo of Holly Square
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: 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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Provides: Memory Care
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.
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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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.
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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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Photo of Catered Living at Ocean Pines
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, 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.
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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.
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.
Newark Haven Assisted Living is located in beautiful Newark, Delaware. We are well known for providing exceptional service to all of our residents. Sometimes moving from your home to an assisted living facility can be difficult but we are here to make it easy. We are located in a very safe and...
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We can't thank the staff of La Casa Assisted living home enough for the care they gave our father. He was a patient there for 16 months and the care and kindness they showed him was great. La Casa keeps the...
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.
As a Caregiver for over 15 years for my husband, Gene, who passed away from Alzheimer's Disease on March 13, 2005, I tried many different avenues to care for him. All failed! There had to be a better way, a better place, something, somewhere. I prayed every night that God would give me...
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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.
New Standard Senior Living is the onlyretirement community in the Millvillearea with afordable, private assisted livingsuites that offers Medicaid and low-incomehousing options, in addition to private pay.More value and the best support for yourmoney — and payment options you can livewith — add...

Cost of assisted living in Brownsville, DE

The average cost of senior living in Brownsville is $6,078 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seaford, DE with an average of $5,487 per month.

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

Brownsville, DE
$6,078/mo

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

Brownsville, DE
$6,078/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,078/mo
$6,544/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,728/mo
Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$6,859/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,447/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,134/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Brownsville 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: Brownsville, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrownsville, DEDelawareU.S.
Assisted Living$6,078/mo$6,207/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,544/mo$6,266/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,733/mo$5,185/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Brownsville, DE:$6,078/mo
Delaware:$6,207/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Brownsville, DE:$6,544/mo
Delaware:$6,266/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Brownsville, DE:$4,733/mo
Delaware:$5,185/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Brownsville, DE, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Brownsville 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
Brownsville, DE$6,280/mo$5,926/mo+6.0%
Delaware$6,507/mo$6,231/mo+4.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Brownsville, DE
2024 average cost:$6,280/mo
2023 average cost:$5,926/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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 Brownsville, DE

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What families are saying about assisted living in Brownsville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Brownsville

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

Friendly and approachable administration. Residents and families praise the kind and accommodating nature of the administrative staff at various communities. At Annapolitan Assisted Living, they are described as being willing to please, while at Gull Creek Senior Living Community, they are noted for their friendliness and eagerness ...
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Large and lovely community grounds. Residents enjoy the beautiful outdoor spaces at their communities. At Gull Creek Senior Living Community, the grounds are described as lovely and they are building a garden, while at Dover Place, the community is located near state and national parks and is close to beaches.
Highly engaged and interactive recreation directors. Recreation directors go above and beyond to involve residents in activities. At Gull Creek Senior Living Community, the new recreation director is praised for trying to involve all residents, while at Harmony at Kent, the director is described as great and they try to engage residents in var ...
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Comfortable and spacious private rooms. Residents appreciate the large and nice private rooms at their communities. At Gull Creek Senior Living Community, rooms have terraces, and at Dover Place, the rooms are described as vey nice.
Affordable pricing with good value. Families find the price for the room and overall price to be less than some other communities, as mentioned at Gull Creek Senior Living Community. They believe they are getting a good value for their money.
Accommodating staff for pets. Pet-friendly communities offer opportunities for residents to bring their pets. At Milford Place, the staff accommodates visitors bringing dogs in to visit residents, and at Dover Place, the resident brings her dogs in to visit some of the residents.
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Brownsville review score based on 344 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 344 reviews of 66 Brownsville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Brownsville 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

Brownsville review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Brownsville, DE66 facilities
8.4
Harrington, DE5 facilities
8.4
Farmington, DE5 facilities

Review subcategories for Brownsville 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 344 reviews of 66 Brownsville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Brownsville 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.
Brownsville, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Brownsville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brownsville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brownsville, 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 Brownsville 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 Brownsville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Brownsville, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.7%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.7%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Brownsville 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 Brownsville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Brownsville, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brownsville 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 Brownsville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brownsville, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
53%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.9%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Brownsville 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 Brownsville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brownsville, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brownsville 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 Brownsville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brownsville, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
60.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
57.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Brownsville

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 Brownsville 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 Brownsville, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 69 assisted living facilities near Brownsville, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Brownsville, 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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