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Assisted living costs in Mc Donough average about $5,682 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 276 communities in Mc Donough. Our detailed directory has 6033 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 Maurice House
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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
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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.
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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The staff is very friendly and attentive. The food is good. Abbey Manor always looks clean and well kept. The room is not as large as my mom would like, but it is ok.
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.
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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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
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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.
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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The building is nice, great location. The day to day staff is nice and has patience. The administrative staff doesn’t respond consistently to emails. You have to go into the office to get results and stay on...
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.
Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why we created a community filled with choice. Great restaurants, brain and body fitness courses, fantastic events, a state-of-the-art...
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The staff are wonderful. The community is very welcoming and yes I would recommend the Harmony at Kent community to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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The Nursing staff is forthcoming in all matters and takes prompt action to needs, real or perceived, of my mother in law. The expanded studio apartment is large enough to move around in with a rollator...
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.
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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My mom really likes the community. They were very nice and welcoming. She said the food is really good and the staff is very helpful. The room is a good size for her and the facility is kept clean.
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.
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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[name removed] listened well and provided several options for me to explore. She provided checklists that helped a lot while touring facilities, enabling me to ask pertinent questions. Viva is a perfect fit...
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.
Viva Senior Living at Bel Air is located in Bel Air, MD, only 25 miles from Baltimore, life here has the charm of a small town with access to everything a big city has to offer. Along with our assisted living services, we’re one of only two secured memory care residences in the surrounding area....
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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
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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.
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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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
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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.
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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Photo of Arcadia of Denton
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I would recommend Arcadia. Small and more hands on facility. Very good care. Staff was wonderful and very loving and caring to the residents. Price is good with no added charges.
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.
Arcadia of Denton I has 16 suites, all with private bathrooms. This location also has a large living and dining area, two activity rooms, and a backyard gazebo. A note from our Founder & CEO, Donna Poole:In 2003, I was 35 years old with 3 young children and running an accounting business. My...
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5 for everything. Moving could not have gone better. Food is excellent and varied. Lots of activities. Best part is the staff. Always treats residents like family. Good move
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
At Glen Meadows, you have the flexibility to create your own experience. All of our senior living services are available as you need them—whether it's our Independent Living, At-Home Services for in home support, Assisted Living, or Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. Located less than 10 miles...
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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
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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.
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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Everyone there was very helpful and nice whenever I went to visit my sister or ask questions about her care. It's very well maintained and friendly staff.
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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I would give the facility a score of five in all of the either categories. What we like the most about the community is the friendliness and competence of the staff team. Yes, we would recommend Symphony...
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.
Situated in the heart of Lower Merion, Symphony Square at Bala is a suburban senior living community located near Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Jefferson University Hospital and HUP as well as Bala Cynwyd Shopping Center , King of Prussia Mall, Fairmount Park and Philadelphia...
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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
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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.
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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Definitely would recommend Only disappointed that [name removed] the marketing lady told us someone would be by to check on grandmom the next day and weekly would come by to check on her, but none of that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Serving the Newark community for over 40 years, Millcroft Living is truly the cornerstone of senior living. The campus offers a full continuum of residential options making it a smart choice for an active, life. You're invited to see the Independent living apartment homes, Licensed Assisted...
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We are unsure about the activities, and some of the infrastructure is old. However, what we like the most about the community is that they are very friendly and welcoming. Yes, I would recommend the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Simpson House is conveniently located at the corner of Belmont and Monument Avenues and overlooks beautiful Fairmont Park. Simpson House was founded in 1865 to attend to the needs of older persons in the community after the Civil War. This unbroken chain of caring exists today as we provide a...
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This was a good fit for [name removed], he's happy there and has made friends; they even took him to the pound to get a cat! The first night was not good as no one knew he was there, and no one could help us...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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 Fountains at Atco is a continuing care retirement community offering vibrant living with exceptional care. Our community blends beautiful spaces and services, ensuring residents thrive, build connections, and enjoy every day to the fullest. Midway between the sun and surf of the seashore and...
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What we like the most about the Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley community is the facility is beautiful and conveniently located. The staff is friendly and the community is diverse.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Less than 10 miles from the urban vitality of Center City and located within the historically and culturally rich enclave of Northwest Philadelphia, Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley offers personal care services in private accommodations within a beautiful, historic building. A complete range...
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As with many ALFs, finding and keeping Aides is an ongoing challenge. That said, it has not affected the level of attention my mom has received. Response time to any health related matters is swift. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
HEATHERWOOD RETIREMENT COMMUNITY is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year, a community of Life Care Centers of America which operates more than 260 skilled nursing homes, assisted living and independent living communities and Alzheimer's centers.CONTINUUM-OF-CARE CAMPUSOur caring,...
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We had a great experience. Unfortunately, my father was only there for a very short amount of time because he died about 2 weeks after he moved in. The nursing staff was amazing. They did everything to make...
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.
We’re welcoming brighter days as our residents have the chance to enjoy group activities, communal dining, social events, and indoor visitation, subject to community operating status.Community & Location Highlights:-Located in Malvern, Pennsylvania, in the heart of Willistown Township just...
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The staff is friendly and helpful, mom says food quality is good, it is very clean, and mom's studio is larger than others we looked at.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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 Hockessin is going to be an elegant and exceptional senor living community in Hockessin, Delaware. Presenting 174 Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Apartments. The minute you see the building you know this is something unique & upscale. The exterior is finished in hand...
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We would rate it a 4 so far. I like that it is intimate, and the staff are easy to reach. I like their willingness to adjust the care plan as needed, and proximity to loved ones makes it easy to visit.
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.
Located in Wilmington, DE, Ivy Gables is proud to be a trusted choice for senior living, assisted living, and memory care in New Castle County, Delaware. Owned and operated by George and Tammy Loudon for many decades, Ivy Gables was acquired by Asbury Communities, Inc., in December 2023.Asbury...
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The staff was the biggest plus, the staff are wonderful. The location was convenient, easy parking, very nice outdoor space for visits and we would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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.
The Friends Home in Kennett Square is a non-profit senior living community thatoffers a variety of living options to help residents remain independent and active. Historic Kennett Square, a beautiful and close-knit community, offers an abundance of resources for our residents. A wonderful...
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Cost of assisted living in Mc Donough, DE

The average cost of senior living in Mc Donough is $5,682 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle, DE with an average of $5,595 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mc Donough, DE, vs. nearby cities

Mc Donough, DE
$5,682/mo
$5,856/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Donough, DE, vs. state and national averages

Mc Donough, DE
$5,682/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Donough, DE, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,682/mo
$5,755/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Donough, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,030/mo
Studio
$5,431/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,476/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,783/mo

Senior living costs in Mc Donough 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: Mc Donough, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMc Donough, DEDelawareU.S.
Assisted Living$5,682/mo$6,235/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,755/mo$6,295/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living$4,334/mo$5,236/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Mc Donough, DE:$5,682/mo
Delaware:$6,235/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Mc Donough, DE:$5,755/mo
Delaware:$6,295/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Mc Donough, DE:$4,334/mo
Delaware:$5,236/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Assisted living costs in Mc Donough, DE, over time

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

Mc Donough, DEDE stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Mc Donough, DE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Mc Donough 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
Mc Donough, DE$6,485/mo$6,231/mo+4.1%
Delaware$6,507/mo$6,231/mo+4.4%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Mc Donough, 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:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mc Donough, 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 Mc Donough.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mc Donough

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mc Donough

Divine Care Assisted Living Inc in Baltimore, MD

4.3
The facility ca be described as a detached home that has been very tastefully refurbished and decorated. My family and I were impressed with the cleanliness, the furniture (brand new) and it has all of the up to date amenities. Mr. Benjamin has been very kind, respectful and patient with my ...
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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

We Care First, LLC in Baltimore, MD

5.0
I moved my parents into Lin’s after having quite a few problems at their previous home. First of all, it’s a single home and not a facility. Their staff is established; they’re easy to communicate with and get in touch with. I can call the owner Stephanie directly and I know she’ll answer her ...
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Mc Donough review score based on 1,318 family reviews

8.1
Review score232 facilities1318 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1318 reviews of 232 Mc Donough assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mc Donough 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

Mc Donough review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Mc Donough, DE232 facilities
8.4
Odessa, DE8 facilities
8.2
Middletown, DE250 facilities

Review subcategories for Mc Donough 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 1,318 reviews of 232 Mc Donough assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mc Donough 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.
Mc Donough, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.9
Friendliness
3.8
4.0
Care services
3.4
3.6
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.3
3.5
Activities
3.4
3.5
Value for cost*
3.4
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Mc Donough assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Donough assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Donough, 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 Mc Donough 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 Mc Donough that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mc Donough, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.4%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.3%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.7%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.4%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.9%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.1%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Donough 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 Mc Donough Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mc Donough, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.4%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.3%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Donough 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 Mc Donough partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mc Donough, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.2%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
56%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.4%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35.8%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Donough 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 Mc Donough communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Donough, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.8%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.9%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Donough 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 Mc Donough offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mc Donough, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
63.8%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.1%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.5%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.6%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.4%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.9%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.4%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
63.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
46.1%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.6%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.4%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mc Donough

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Meadowcrest at Middletown, Spring Village at Hammonton and Azalea of Cinnaminson are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mc Donough, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 276 assisted living facilities near Mc Donough, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Mc Donough, Delaware are Spring Village at Hammonton, Azalea of Cinnaminson and Sunrise of Lafayette Hill. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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