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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cave Colony, DE
Assisted living costs in Cave Colony average about $5,959 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 36 communities in Cave Colony. Our detailed directory has 512 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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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: 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 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: 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: 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...
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.
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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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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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.
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...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Cave Colony, DE
The average cost of senior living in Cave Colony is $5,959 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, DE with an average of $5,109 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cave Colony, DE vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cave Colony, DE vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cave Colony vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cave Colony, DE by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Cave Colony over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cave Colony, DE
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What families are saying about assisted living in Cave Colony
Recent reviews for assisted living in Cave Colony
Peregrine Salisbury
4.6
We are very pleased with our choice. The facility has a home like feel. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. My mom loves the food and raves about it. They encourage families to come and eat with them. I would recommend Peregrine Salisbury to others.
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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Brandywine Living at Fenwick Island in Selbyville, DE
5.0
My mother has been a resident at Brandywine Fenwick for 2.5 years. During this period she has received outstanding personal and professional care. AL living is a significant transition and hard for all involved, and nothing is ever perfect. However the leadership and caregivers at Brandywine ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Affordability and transparent pricing. Several reviews mention that while the cost of living in some senior communities may be high, the level of care and communication from management is worth it. However, some residents express concern over sudden rent increases and the importance of transparency in pricing. For example, at The Re ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Many residents express appreciation for the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community. Numerous reviews mention the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have developed with the community's caregivers. For example, at State Street Assisted Living, staff ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For example, at Gull Creek Senior Living Community, the recreation director organizes a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools for swimming sessions, hikes and fishing days at nearby city parks, ...
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Personalized care with RN supervision. RN supervision and individualized care plans are highlighted as crucial aspects of some communities. For instance, at Brookdale Dover, families believe that having a full-time RN on staff ensures better health safety and fewer ER visits.
Communication and transparency with families. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff, so that everyone can stay informed and make sure care needs are being met. At Dover Place, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
High staff turnover and training. Several reviews mention the challenges of high staff turnover and the importance of proper training for caregivers. For example, at Gull Creek Senior Living Community, the struggle to keep the DON position filled for any length of time and the need for ongoing training for aids is acknowledged ...
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Cave Colony review score based on 162 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 162 reviews of 34 Cave Colony assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Cave Colony 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
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Review subcategories for Cave Colony 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 162 reviews of 34 Cave Colony assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cave Colony 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.Cave Colony, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Cave Colony assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cave Colony assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cave Colony, 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 Cave Colony 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 Cave Colony that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
67.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.9%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cave Colony 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 Cave Colony Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.5%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cave Colony 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 Cave Colony partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.3%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.2%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Cave Colony 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 Cave Colony communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.9%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
44.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.4%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cave Colony 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 Cave Colony offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.8%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.9%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.2%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.1%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.8%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
41.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cave Colony
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Delaware assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Cave Colony protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Cape May, Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton and Peregrine Salisbury are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cave Colony, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 36 assisted living facilities near Cave Colony, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Cave Colony, Delaware are Peregrine Salisbury and Milford Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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