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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in New Castle County, DE
Assisted living costs in New Castle County average about $5,727 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 11 communities in New Castle County. Our detailed directory has 187 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Wilmington, Newark and Havre de Grace.
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8.8
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7 reviews
Everyone is super friendly. Like that independent & assisted living is mixed, not separated. There is not enough community space for bingo, crafts, cards, etc. there is no large community room.
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.
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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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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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6.5
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3 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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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
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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.
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: 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, 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 Place shares the same beautifully landscaped campus as Somerford House, in Newark, Delaware. Again, centrally located the surrounding community offers easy access to downtown Newark, local shopping districts, Christiana Hospital and Interstate 95. Somerford Place is specifically...
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.
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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Provides: Memory Care, 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.
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.
Newark Manor Nursing Home is an intermediate care facility with twenty four hour a day professional nursing care located on W. Main Street in Newark, Delaware. We have been in business since 1964. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our staff and the homelike environment we provide.We are...
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Cost of assisted living in New Castle County, DE
The average cost of senior living in New Castle County is $5,727 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle, DE with an average of $5,386 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in New Castle County, DE vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in New Castle County, DE vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in New Castle County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in New Castle County, DE by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in New Castle County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in New Castle County, DE
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What families are saying about assisted living in New Castle County
Recent reviews for assisted living in New Castle County
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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New Castle County review score based on 30 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 30 reviews of 11 New Castle County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The New Castle County 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
New Castle County review score compared against nearby cities
7.7
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Review subcategories for New Castle County 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 30 reviews of 11 New Castle County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare New Castle County 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.New Castle County, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.5
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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New Castle County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Castle County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Castle County, 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 New Castle County 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 New Castle County 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
45.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
72.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.8%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in New Castle County 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 New Castle County 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
54.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in New Castle County 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 New Castle County 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
27.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.4%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in New Castle County 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 New Castle County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Castle County 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 New Castle County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in New Castle County
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 New Castle County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Foulk Living, Forwood Manor and Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills are the top-rated assisted living facilities near New Castle County, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 11 assisted living facilities near New Castle County, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in New Castle County, Delaware is Lorelton. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near New Castle County
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- Newark, Delaware
- Havre de Grace, Maryland
- Middletown, Delaware
- North East, Maryland
- Swedesboro, New Jersey
- Bridgeton, New Jersey
- Rising Sun, Maryland
- New Castle, Delaware
- Jennersville, Pennsylvania
- Christiana, Delaware
- Bay View, Maryland
- Concordville, Pennsylvania
- Penns Grove, New Jersey
- Elkton, Maryland
- Salem, New Jersey
- Smyrna, Delaware
- Arden, Delaware
- Greenville, Delaware
- Hockessin, Delaware
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