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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lewes, DE
Assisted living costs in Lewes average about $5,702 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 35 communities in Lewes. Our detailed directory has 528 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...
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.
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
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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, 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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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: 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.
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 Lewes, DE
The average cost of senior living in Lewes is $5,702 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Selbyville, DE with an average of $5,564 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lewes, DE vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lewes, DE vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Lewes, DE by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lewes, DE
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What families are saying about assisted living in Lewes
Recent reviews for assisted living in Lewes
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 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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Spring Oak at Vineland
4.3
Very helpful staff and informative. It would be nice to see more employees on staff. They do seem to be stretched thin. Not sure that there are many activities going on in the memory care unit. This is just what I have observed from visits we have made.
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Mixed experiences with staff support and turnover. Reviews reveal a variation in staff experiences, with some families praising the attentiveness and care of staff members, while others express concerns about insufficient staffing and high turnover rates. At Gull Creek Senior Living Community, for instance, some residents enjoy the outstanding ...
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Quality of food and meal choices. Resident feedback indicates inconsistent experiences with food quality and meal choices at different communities. While some communities, such as Harmony at Kent, offer exceptional meals and cater to residents' dietary needs, others, like Milford Place, report issues with the uniformity of m ...
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Effective communication with families and residents. Effective communication is crucial for ensuring residents and their families are well-informed and involved in their care. Several communities, like Brookdale Dover, have received positive feedback for their open and transparent communication methods. However, at Dover Place, families have e ...
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Yearly costs and affordability. Resident reviews mention varying affordability concerns depending on the community. While some families, such as those at Harmony at Kent, find the cost to be a good value for the care provided, others, like Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury, point out that the high costs don't always ...
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Individualized attention and care plans. Personalized care plans can significantly impact residents' quality of life and overall satisfaction with their senior living community. At Milford Place, the staff caters to residents' individual needs and preferences, creating a homelike environment. However, at United Methodist Communities ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. A rich variety of activities can help promote residents' physical and emotional well-being. Several communities, such as Gull Creek Senior Living Community, offer diverse and engaging activities, while others, like Dover Place, have limited options. It's crucial for senior living communities ...
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Lewes review score based on 148 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 148 reviews of 32 Lewes assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Lewes 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 Lewes 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 148 reviews of 32 Lewes assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lewes 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.Lewes, 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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Lewes assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lewes assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lewes, 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 Lewes 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 Lewes that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lewes, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.1%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.3%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.6%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
78.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.1%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Lewes 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 Lewes 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
81.3%
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%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lewes 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 Lewes 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
40.6%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
46.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Lewes 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 Lewes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.1%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
40.6%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lewes 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 Lewes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.9%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.6%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
59.4%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.6%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lewes
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 Lewes protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Cape May, Peregrine Salisbury and Brookdale Dover are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lewes, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 35 assisted living facilities near Lewes, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Lewes, Delaware are Peregrine Salisbury and Milford Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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