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8 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gams Crest, DE
Assisted living costs in Gams Crest average about $5,911 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 8 communities in Gams Crest. Our detailed directory has 179 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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8.0
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2 reviews
Meadowcrest exceeded expectations in every way. Our experience was fantastic. The facility is new and the staff are always courteous and helpful. They treated Dad like family. We picked Meadowcrest because...
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.
Meadowcrest at Middletown is the first community of its kind in the area. It offers a sleek, upscale design highlighted by modern influences and accents, as well as natural-looking materials.Quality, customized care is tailored to the needs of each resident. You’ll always have options when you...
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8.6
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13 reviews
I would rate all of the categories a 5. Abbey Manor of Elkton community has given my mother back her laugh. She feels secure there. The staff is exceptionally thoughtful. Based on the experience we have had...
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.
Abbey Manor is designed to make our residents feel at home. In two buildings housing 16 residents each,, a cozy, enclosed porch leads into a large and attractively-appointed atrium-style living area. The home-cooking scents emanating from the open kitchen entice everyone into the Dining Room for...
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8.5
Review score
59 reviews
My father was previously a resident at Somerford House and Place of Newark and we were very pleased with everything about the facility. Unfortunately my father passed away recently, but he enjoyed his time...
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.
Somerford House offers general assisted living on a beautifully landscaped campus in Newark, Delaware. Centrally located the surrounding community offers easy access to downtown Newark, local shopping districts, Christiana Hospital and Interstate 95. Step inside our doors to discover a lovely,...
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8.2
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66 reviews
The staff is friendly and very helpful. The facility is very clean. They offer multiple activities and make sure everyone feels included. They foster resident friendships and welcome new people with open...
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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5.7
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39 reviews
The staff here is great. They really do treat their residents with kindness and compassion. The building is clean and never has any weird smells when we go to visit. I would absolutely, 100% recommend...
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.
Lindsay Place is an assisted living community located in beautiful Pennsville, New Jersey. Our tree lined property is in a quiet neighborhood between the Delaware River and Kate Creeks Meadow. Resident rooms overlook lovely forest or our peaceful interior courtyard. We strive to create a festive...
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.
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...
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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Cost of assisted living in Gams Crest, DE
The average cost of senior living in Gams Crest is $5,911 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Townsend, DE with an average of $5,395 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gams Crest, DE
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gams Crest
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gams Crest
Meadowcrest at Middletown
3.5
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company ...
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Forwood Manor in Wilmington, DE
5.0
Wonderful facility! Everyone was so helpful, positive and greeted us like we were family. My aunt and uncle will thrive under their care. Thank you [names removed] and the rest of the staff for making Forwood such a wonderful home for families.
Millcroft Living in Newark, DE
4.5
The assisted living staff are excellent. Caring, attentive, patient, and friendly.
Parking can be a pain is the only really negative thing I would say.
The room sizes are good, my mom is happy with it.
The last question is not a knock on Millcroft, its just the absurd costs of elderly care ...
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Gams Crest assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gams Crest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gams Crest, 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 Gams Crest 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 Gams Crest 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
62.5%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gams Crest 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 Gams Crest 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
75%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gams Crest 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 Gams Crest 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
37.5%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
50%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gams Crest 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 Gams Crest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gams Crest 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 Gams Crest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gams Crest
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 Gams Crest protect seniors.
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The best assisted living facility near you in Gams Crest, Delaware is Lorelton. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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