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9 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shawnee Acres, DE
Assisted living costs in Shawnee Acres average about $5,961 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Shawnee Acres. Our detailed directory has 136 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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I would recommend The Milford Place. Mom's experience has been good. She has been made comfortable and really enjoys socializing with the other residents. Unfortunately there are a few issues. The dining...
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.
Milford Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community located in Milford Delaware. We offer senior living services to residents in the southern Delaware area and beyond. Known as the Gateway to Southern Delaware, Milford has a premiere location within 20 minutes of popular Delaware beaches like...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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3838 Floor plans available
8.7
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38 reviews
It felt like home to my parent. Pricing was reasonable. Staff was helpful and we would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
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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8.0
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1 review
He's well taken care of and is a nice environment. We picked this community because of the proximity to his home and other relatives, mainly
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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44 Floor plans available
7.5
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26 reviews
Kind and caring staff in the Memory Care area. Couldn't do enough for my father and we were so appreciative. [name removed] was absolutely amazing. Room sizes in memory care were good. 1 room bed/living...
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.
State Street Assisted Living is a community that is dedicated to the mission of making sure that every resident is like a part of our extended family. At State Street, we ensure that each resident is able to live their life to the highest potential by receiving personal...
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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
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.
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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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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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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Cost of assisted living in Shawnee Acres, DE
The average cost of senior living in Shawnee Acres is $5,961 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Georgetown, DE with an average of $5,463 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shawnee Acres, DE vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shawnee Acres, DE by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shawnee Acres, DE
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shawnee Acres
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shawnee Acres
Dover Place
5.0
The lady in charge of activities is a special person and that is something we really like about Dover Place. Based on the experience we have had we have recommended this community many times to others and will continue to do so!
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
Harmony at Kent in Dover, DE
4.9
We relocated my mother-in-law from Florida and quickly realized that her memory issues were more than just age related. From start to move in, Harmony at Kent helped ease our minds knowing that she would be safe and cared for. She is very happy with her apartment and enjoys the food and ...
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Shawnee Acres review score based on 50 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 50 reviews of 9 Shawnee Acres assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shawnee 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
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Review subcategories for Shawnee 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 50 reviews of 9 Shawnee Acres assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shawnee 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.Shawnee Acres, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.5
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Shawnee Acres assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shawnee Acres assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shawnee 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 Shawnee 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 Shawnee Acres that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shawnee Acres, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shawnee 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 Shawnee Acres 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
66.7%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shawnee 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 Shawnee 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
11.1%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shawnee 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 Shawnee Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shawnee 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 Shawnee Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shawnee 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 Shawnee Acres protect seniors.
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Brookdale Dover, Milford Place and Dover Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shawnee Acres, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 9 assisted living facilities near Shawnee Acres, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Shawnee Acres, Delaware is Milford Place. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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