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Assisted living costs in Millsboro average about $5,739 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Millsboro. Our detailed directory has 39 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 The Lodge at Historic Lewes
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8.0
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People have been generally pleasant to deal with and will greet my dad when they see him. Dining service is extremely slow. The only thing I would say negatively is that it's very pricey and you have to pay...
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.
A brand-new destination for senior living has arrived in Lewes!Seniors seeking resort-style living with abundant amenities, exceptional wellness programs and the flexibility of monthly rental apartments need look no further.With the final inspections and signs-offs having taken place during the...
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Photo of Brandywine Living at Fenwick Island
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5 star
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My Mom recently celebrated her 95th birthday. The staff at Brandywine couldn’t have done more to make her day more special. From her caregiver who dressed Mom up so beautifully-and accessorized to 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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit. With on-site licensed nurses only steps away, 24 hours a...
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Photo of Peach Tree Acres
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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My Aunt Alma, who just turned 100 years old on [date removed], has happily resided at Brandywine Living at Seaside Pointe (Brandywine) in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for the past 6 years. Despite the lockdown...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...
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Photo of The Moorings at Lewes
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Millsboro, DE

The average cost of senior living in Millsboro is $5,739 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, DE with an average of $5,109 per month.

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

Millsboro, DE
$5,739/mo
$5,614/mo
$5,763/mo

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

Millsboro, DE
$5,739/mo
U.S. national average
$4,623/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,739/mo
$6,257/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,680/mo
Studio
$6,553/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,350/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,156/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Millsboro over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Millsboro, 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 Millsboro.

What families are saying about assisted living in Millsboro

Recent reviews for assisted living in Millsboro

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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Milford Place

5.0
5 stars for all! We know other people who had been here and had a good experience which was the main reason we chose this facility. Everyone was compassionate and responded to her needs

Millsboro assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Millsboro assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Millsboro, 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 Millsboro 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 Millsboro 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
60%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Millsboro 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 Millsboro Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Millsboro, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41%
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Availability of select dining options in Millsboro 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 Millsboro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
41.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Millsboro 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 Millsboro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Millsboro, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Millsboro

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 Millsboro protect seniors.

Learn about Delaware Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Peregrine Salisbury, Milford Place and Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Millsboro, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 5 assisted living facilities near Millsboro, Delaware. See the full list.

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

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