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Assisted living costs in Delaware City average about $5,811 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 334 communities in Delaware City. Our detailed directory has 7714 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 State Street Assisted Living
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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40 reviews
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40 reviews
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My overall experience has been 5 stars. The facility has a very friendly and welcoming vibe. The food is delicious and my father is thriving having the opportunity to partake in exercise classes, game...
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.
State Street Assisted Living is a community that is dedicated to the mission of making sure that every resident is like a part of  our extended family.   At State Street, we ensure that each resident is able to live their life to the highest potential by receiving personal...
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8.9
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What stood out the most is, how helpful the staff was and is. They go above and beyond what I would expect, and are super responsive. I would absolutely recommend it to others.
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.
Milford Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community located in Milford Delaware. We offer senior living services to residents in the southern Delaware area and beyond. Known as the Gateway to Southern Delaware, Milford has a premiere location within 20 minutes of popular Delaware beaches like...
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Photo of Wellington at Hershey's Mill
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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37 reviews
8.9
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Night time staff not well equipped to handle confusion and instability residents. 3-11 staff not all able to handle outbursts and can be irritants with reading of patients
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.
Independent Living for Active SeniorsWellington at Hershey's Mill in West Chester, PA is an independent living residential community for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free...
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77 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.8
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They discontinued shuttle service for medical appointments months ago & that was one of the main reasons I chose Sunrise. Also, they are selling to a new company in a month or so, so that's unnerving.
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.
Over the last 40 years, Sunrise Senior Living's vision to redefine senior care resulted in a resident-centered approach that focuses on the individuality of each resident and has set the standard in the Senior living industry. We are defined by our people. Our team of serving hearts are guided by...
Photo of Glen Mills Senior Living
1111 Photos available
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My friend who lives there said the food is hit or miss. They were able to accommodate various levels of care, coordinated PT/OT for the resident/ got her back to full mobility. Transport to appointments also...
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.
Glen Mills Senior Living is conveniently located along Route 1 near shopping, restaurants and places of worship. We offer transportation to a variety of local destinations including doctor's offices, malls and your favorite restaurant. At Glen Mills Senior Living you can chat in our Bistro, read...
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Photo of Sunrise of Granite Run
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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When the previous facility wouldn't take her back after she fell out of her wheelchair, Sunrise made arrangements to have her moved and got her a different wheelchair and all the equipment she needed.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...
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I feel they have shown true care and compassion for Pat. Understanding her limitations & simple needs are key. They have achieved that. I appreciate the staff & the love that's shown. In the beginning I was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled quietly near the Wissahickon creek in Lansdale, PA is St. Mary Villa for Independent and Retirement living. From the moment you enter the elegant and well-appointed lobby, you'll feel immediately at home. Once you walk on the wide paths through the gardens and pass the chapel filled with...
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Photo of Maurice House
33 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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Maurice House is a wonderful place. It's clean, beautiful, well cared for. The staff are like family to the residents and families. Mom loves the food and the socialization. She is thriving and loves her new...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Maurice House is the preferred Assisted Living community in Millville, New Jersey. Maurice House offers residents a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable life. We would love for you to visit us with your family and loved ones and see for yourself! With Maurice House's...
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Our only frustration was finding more economical places, but finding Impressions was amazing. Impressions has great ratio of residents to staff, very clean, nice size. I would recommend it to others who are...
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.
We are excited to share Impressions Memory Care at Bryn Mawr Village Senior Living Community with you and thank you for your interest!Our community is in an excellent location surrounded by well-established communities, where so many of our group know of each other or find they are meeting a new...
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Photo of Crescent Fields at Huntingdon Valley
2020 Photos available
8.8
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I really like the friendliness and cooperation of the staff and residents. I like the facility' design and functionality. I like the food choices and the dinning facilities. I'd like to see faster response...
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.
Life at Crescent Fields at Huntingdon Valley is vibrant and active, just like you. Offering independent living, personal care, and memory care senior living solutions, Crescent Fields gives an all-inclusive approach to senior living with amenities and services designed to make life a little...
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Photo of The Cottages of Perry Hall
77 Photos available
8.8
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47 reviews
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47 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that it is smaller and more affordable. The food is good and well kept up. Yes, we would recommend The Cottages of Perry Hall to other families based on the...
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.
The Cottages of Perry Hall – A Charter Senior Living Community is an assisted living and memory care community with a total of 64 individual apartments. As the management company for The Cottages of Perry Hall, Charter Senior Living will be responsible for day-to-day operations and all related...
Photo of Personal Care Memory Care at The Park
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Sis was great. Her visit to hospital was very helpful in convincing my mom to go there. All the nurses, cafeteria and activities people were great too.
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.
Personal & Memory Care at the Park is a personal care and alzheimers and dementia care facility dedicated to helping individuals celebrate the best of life with just a little help from their friends. Many of our loved ones feel that life at home has just become too much for them. Those who...
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Photo of Paramount Senior Living at Newark
77 Photos available
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81 reviews
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81 reviews
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Overall the staff has been very good. Rooms are very comfortable. Sometimes meal selection of you want something other than what is being served is not very good.
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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Our family is very pleased with the quality of services and programming. The staff shows a very caring interest in addressing the residence's needs. The facility is well maintained and clean. We looked at...
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.
Washington Township Senor Living is conveniently located across from Jefferson Health System. We are quietly set back in a wooded setting away from the hustle and bustle, yet totally accessible to specialty care. Our community was built 20+ years ago. Along with a great reputation, another...
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Photo of Sunrise of Westtown
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The staff is very friendly, helpful, understanding, truly caring & supportive. The facility has more of a nice home setting - bright - verses an institutional look & feel.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...
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Photo of The Residence at Cherry Hill
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84 reviews
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My mother was scheduled to join the Residence at Cherry Hill. Sadly for her family ,happily for her, she died a few days before entering the residence. My mother died suddenly at age 100. She had lived alone...
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.
The Residence at Cherry Hill provides multiple senior living options, including assisted living, memory care, respite care and on-site rehabilitation services. We are located on the northeast side of Cherry Hill New Jersey, just fifteen miles west of Philadelphia. We are lucky enough to be close...
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Photo of Park Creek Place Memory Care
55 Photos available
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My brother has done very good here. [name removed]is the manager of the memory care and she is wonderful. She cares about the patients and their families. I think the same staff seem very committed to the...
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.
At Park Creek Place our goal is to offer our residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by providing compassionate care and assistance in their daily routine. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day...
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Photo of Springfield Crossings
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What stood out most was being provided with a list of places that could fit our requirements: location, cost, and amenities. I would recommend your service as a way to narrow down a long list of...
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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Photo of Brookdale Dover
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.6
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My mom has been at Brookdale for seven years. She is very happy with the care that she receives and has made many friends. All staff is very friendly and polite every time I visit with mom. I appreciate all...
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.
Here you’ll have the care you need so you can focus on the fun.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Dover with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take a tai chi...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Willow Grove
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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It's a nice looking facility and is well kept. Lots of common areas and lots of windows. The staff is very friendly...even maintenance and kitchen. The physical/occupational therapist that came in weekly was...
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.
"Live life to the fullest here at Commonwealth Senior Living at Willow Grove. We are a senior living community that cultivates a continuum of care for aging-in-place needs. At Commonwealth Senior Living, we value individuality and dignity and understand that each resident is their own person,...
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Photo of Merion Gardens Assisted Living
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This is a residence of care that focuses on a homey environment and family culture. At the same time, the staff keeps vigilant and careful attention to what is happening with each resident and is actively...
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.
Merion Gardens Assisted Living is located in CarneyÆs Point, New Jersey. Merion Gardens is owned and supervised by local physicians. Since they are known for making wellness a priority, residents and loved ones can be assured that each resident is provided exceptional service in a supportive...
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Photo of The Quadrangle
1919 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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I moved here four months ago during a stressful period — my husband was on hospice and passed only a few weeks later. Everyone was warmly supportive and welcoming. I have made many new friends and have...
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.
The Quadrangle, situated on 74 beautifully landscaped acres on Philadelphia's Main Line, is an independent full-service community meeting needs of seniors like you since 1986. The community is ideal for seniors who desire an active lifestyle. Residents enjoy gracious apartment accommodations, a...
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My dad was on the edge of needing a nursing home (vs high acuity assisted living). Daylesford assured me they would be able to meet his needs. Staff was usually willing to help with anything he asked, but...
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.
Daylesford Crossing has earned it's stellar reputation on the Main Line by delivering high quality, inclusive care with a unique emphasis on lifestyle. Our community is proud to be voted the "The Best of the Main Line" and we are also certified as a "Great Place to Work."We offer a full spectrum...
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Photo of Harmony at Kent
99 Photos available
3838 Floor plans available
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59 reviews
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Staff is nice . Some communication mishaps . The first week dad was there he was forgot about didn't know he was there . His laundry took some time to get straight , he still gets other peoples clothes so I...
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.
Harmony at Kent is a new community, opening Late Fall of 2021. We are supported by Harmony Senior Services based in Charleston, S.C. Our new community will have 195 apartments catering to Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Featuring a formal dining room, bistro- style restaurant...
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We recently brought my FIL to Colonial Woods for a respite stay. I toured the home before I considered bringing him to stay & was very pleasantly surprised by how pretty the grounds were, how clean the house...
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.
WHEELER CARE CENTERS offer something most others don't....We're house in the country! Does the countryside of Chester County, PA and a view overlooking the Brandywine Creek appeal to you? How about an inspiring and relaxing view of the woods from a lovely enclosed sunroom? Or walking trails...
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Cost of assisted living in Delaware City, DE

The average cost of senior living in Delaware City is $5,811 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clayton, DE with an average of $5,706 per month.

Assisted living costs in Delaware City, DE, vs. nearby cities

Delaware City, DE
$5,811/mo
$6,151/mo

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

Delaware City, DE
$5,811/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Delaware City, DE, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,811/mo
$5,818/mo

Assisted living costs in Delaware City, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,989/mo
Studio
$5,355/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,406/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,649/mo

Senior living costs in Delaware City 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: Delaware City, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDelaware City, DEDelawareU.S.
Assisted Living$5,811/mo$6,530/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$5,818/mo$6,603/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$4,314/mo$5,232/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Delaware City, DE:$5,811/mo
Delaware:$6,530/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Delaware City, DE:$5,818/mo
Delaware:$6,603/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Delaware City, DE:$4,314/mo
Delaware:$5,232/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Delaware City, DE, over time

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

Delaware City, DEDE stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Delaware City, DE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Delaware City 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
Delaware City, DE$6,485/mo$6,231/mo+4.1%
Delaware$6,507/mo$6,231/mo+4.4%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Delaware City, DE
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,231/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,507/mo
2023 average cost:$6,231/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Delaware City, 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 Delaware City.

What families are saying about assisted living in Delaware City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Delaware City

Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler, PA

5.0
Dave the activity man is such a asset to Artman ,he is really trying to help my Mom and all the residents .He takes a real interest and will find family members and update them on how their loved one is doing .My Mom really likes him ! So glad he is there !

Simpson Meadows in Downingtown, PA

3.9
I can't recommend the community due to the way we exited the community. We had multiple attempts to reconcile a balance due and it was never resolved and we never heard back on a resolution to this.

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

Delaware City review score based on 1,642 family reviews

8.2
Review score280 facilities1642 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1642 reviews of 280 Delaware City assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Delaware City 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

Delaware City review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Delaware City, DE280 facilities
8.0
New Castle, DE23 facilities
8.5
Odessa, DE8 facilities

Review subcategories for Delaware City 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 1,642 reviews of 280 Delaware City assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Delaware City 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.
Delaware City, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.8
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.5
3.7
Meals & dining
3.1
3.4
Activities
3.2
3.4
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Delaware City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Delaware City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Delaware City, 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 Delaware City 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 Delaware City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Delaware City, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.5%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.3%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.4%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.9%
52.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Delaware City 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 Delaware City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Delaware City, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.4%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.6%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.6%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.6%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Delaware City 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 Delaware City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Delaware City, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.1%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.9%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
56.4%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.8%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Delaware City 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 Delaware City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Delaware City, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.4%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.6%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
44.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Delaware City 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 Delaware City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Delaware City, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.9%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.4%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.4%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.6%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.9%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.5%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
63.2%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
45%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.2%
46.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Delaware City

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Village at Hammonton, Azalea of Cinnaminson and Harrison House Chester County are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Delaware City, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 334 assisted living facilities near Delaware City, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Delaware City, Delaware are Spring Village at Hammonton, Azalea of Cinnaminson and Morningside House of Collegeville. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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