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Assisted living costs in Henlopen Acres average about $5,553 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 35 communities in Henlopen Acres. Our detailed directory has 495 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
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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.
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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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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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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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: 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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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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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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Cost of assisted living in Henlopen Acres, DE

The average cost of senior living in Henlopen Acres is $5,553 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, DE with an average of $5,109 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Henlopen Acres, DE vs. nearby cities

Henlopen Acres, DE
$5,553/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Henlopen Acres, DE vs. the state and national average

Henlopen Acres, DE
$5,553/mo
U.S. national average
$4,738/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Henlopen Acres vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,553/mo
$5,802/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Henlopen Acres, DE by room type

Semi-Private
$5,806/mo
Private
$5,700/mo
Studio
$6,214/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,442/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,224/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Henlopen Acres over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Henlopen Acres, DE

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What families are saying about assisted living in Henlopen Acres

Recent reviews for assisted living in Henlopen Acres

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.

Brandywine Senior 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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United Methodist Communities The Shores in Ocean City, NJ

4.9
Great care and very clean and kept up via maintenance. We would recommend United Methodist Communities to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

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Mixed experiences with staff care and support. Reviews highlight both positive and negative interactions with staff at various communities. At United Methodist Communities The Shores, some residents appreciated the kindness and dedication of caregivers, while others felt their needs were not being met, specifically in terms of medication adm ...
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Varied food quality and dining experiences. Opinions about food and dining experiences varied among the communities. At Brookdale Dover, residents and their families expressed satisfaction with the food, but at Dover Place, some residents felt the meals were lacking and requested more individualized meal options. Harmony at Kent not ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Communication between families and staff was a priority at communities like Dover Place, where the community director set regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. At Milford Place, families appreciated the responsiveness and transparency of t ...
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Individualized living spaces and considerate design. Some residents expressed enjoyment with their private living spaces, such as the large and nicely decorated rooms at Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury and the comfortable accommodations at Peregrine Salisbury. Others mentioned difficulties with smaller rooms and limited privacy, like a ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Activities and social events were important to residents, with communities like Dover Place offering an array of activities and trips to keep residents engaged and active. Some residents at Gull Creek Senior Living Community were disappointed with the limited options, while others appreciate ...
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Thoughtful maintenance and facility upkeep. Residents and families appreciated the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, such as the updated baths and high-end furniture at Gull Creek Senior Living Community. Others, like at United Methodist Communities The Shores, mentioned concerns with the maintenance of common areas, leading to ...
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Henlopen Acres review score based on 145 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 145 reviews of 32 Henlopen Acres assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Henlopen Acres 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

Henlopen Acres review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Henlopen Acres, DE32 facilities
8.1
Rehoboth Beach, DE35 facilities
8.1
Dewey Beach, DE34 facilities

Review subcategories for Henlopen Acres 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 145 reviews of 32 Henlopen Acres assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Henlopen Acres 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.
Henlopen Acres, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Henlopen Acres assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Henlopen Acres assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Henlopen Acres, 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 Henlopen Acres 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 Henlopen Acres that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Henlopen Acres, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.1%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.9%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Henlopen Acres 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 Henlopen Acres Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Henlopen Acres, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.9%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Henlopen Acres 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 Henlopen Acres 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
34.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
46.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Henlopen Acres 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 Henlopen Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Henlopen Acres 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 Henlopen Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.1%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.6%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.6%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Henlopen Acres

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 Henlopen Acres protect seniors.

Learn about Delaware Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Cape May, Peregrine Salisbury and Brookdale Dover are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Henlopen Acres, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 35 assisted living facilities near Henlopen Acres, Delaware. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Henlopen Acres, Delaware are Peregrine Salisbury and Milford Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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