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Assisted living costs in Sherwood Forest average about $5,531 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 20 communities in Sherwood Forest. Our detailed directory has 367 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 Somerford House and Place of Newark
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
Review score
59 reviews
8.6
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59 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
37%
3 star
15%
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3%
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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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Photo of Paramount Senior Living at Newark
77 Photos available
8.2
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66 reviews
8.2
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66 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
27%
3 star
12%
2 star
5%
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6%
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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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1313 Photos available
9.4
Review score
131 reviews
9.4
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131 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
27%
3 star
2%
2 star
0%
1 star
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The building is old but kept up well. It has large windows with lots of light. One of the selling points for my Mom. But the windows are old and leaky. A contractor has measured them and we are told they are...
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.
Winner Best Assisted Living 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019! Offering Assisted Living as well as Memory Care. The Lorelton is truly unique. Privately owned by a local foundation not a corporation. Not-for-Profit and affordable. The Lorelton is considered to be in 'the Suburbs' of the city. Conveniently...
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Photo of The Vero at Newark
77 Photos available
8.8
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7 reviews
8.8
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7 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
29%
3 star
0%
2 star
14%
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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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Photo of Abbey Manor of Elkton
33 Photos available
8.6
Review score
13 reviews
8.6
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13 reviews
5 star
77%
4 star
15%
3 star
0%
2 star
8%
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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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1212 Photos available
8.4
Review score
21 reviews
8.4
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21 reviews
5 star
39%
4 star
14%
3 star
19%
2 star
14%
1 star
14%
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The family is very happy with Millcroft Living thus far. My mother-in-law is doing well there. Staff has been competent and friendly. Millcroft administration made her transition go smoothly.
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.
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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1212 Photos available
3.0
Review score
9 reviews
3.0
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9 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
22%
3 star
22%
2 star
11%
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Pretty expensive. Assisted living has concerts for activities, for memory care the activities vary. Food is delicious, we have eaten there several times and its amazing. They have a chef that went to a great...
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.
The Newest Retirement Community in Hockessin! The Suites at The Summit, our assisted living community complete with The Compass Memory Care community opened in Summer 2015. A Community Built with YOU in Mind Our staff is on hand 24/7, 365 days a year, for completion of personal care along with...
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Photo of Brookdale Hockessin
77 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.0
Review score
29 reviews
7.0
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29 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
41%
3 star
14%
2 star
7%
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We chose Brookdale Hockessin because of the location, the cost, the smaller size of the facility and the overall family-type atmosphere. They do their very best to give residents a happy, comfortable and...
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.
Go do the things you love and let us help with the rest.Here at our assisted living community in Hockessin, Delaware, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your passions and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or trying something new like meditation, you...
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Photo of Newark Manor
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...
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...
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Photo of OakBridge Terrace at Cokesbury Village
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.
Photo of Antonian
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.
Photo of Luther Towers
5 star
20%
4 star
20%
3 star
20%
2 star
10%
1 star
30%
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I'm very happy to be here! It's a clean, nice looking place, and it was in great shape when I moved in! The staff here is very friendly, and very organized, They check in every morning to make sure everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers is a beautiful assisted living community located in historic Willmington, Delaware. Willmington has many galleries, museums, and gardens for its residents to enjoy. You can also enjoy one of the many ethnic festival that are held in Willmington each year. The staff at Luther Towers...
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1.0
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6 reviews
1.0
Review score
6 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
17%
3 star
0%
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0%
1 star
17%
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It's a great community, very easy to communicate with. If you have questions, they'll answer them. Everyone has been nice to my loved one as far as I know. They've done a wonderful job. They're very...
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.
Photo of Luther Towers II
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Overall we're very pleased with how things turned out at Luther Towers. The staff here is friendly and professional, and they were a big help and made the whole move-in process very easy. It's a nice looking...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers II Luther Towers II is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Wilmington, Delaware where the Christina River, the Brandywine Creek, and the Delaware River all meet. With a beautiful and vibrant riverfront containing theatres, markets, restaurants, and...
Photo of Ingleside Assisted Living
5 star
58%
4 star
17%
3 star
8%
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My loved one is doing very well here. He is being cared for very well here. I'am happy with everything they have done for us. The staff is patient and very caring towards the residents. They do a good job...
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.
Ingleside Homes offers affordable assisted living to all fail seniors, regardless of income, who need assistance with two or more activities of assisted living such as eating, bathing and dressing.
Photo of OakBridge Terrace at Country House
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Sherwood Forest, DE

The average cost of senior living in Sherwood Forest is $5,531 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Townsend, DE with an average of $5,402 per month.

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

Sherwood Forest, DE
$5,531/mo
$5,521/mo
$5,617/mo

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

Sherwood Forest, DE
$5,531/mo
U.S. national average
$4,738/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,531/mo
$5,555/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,991/mo
Studio
$5,877/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,741/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,879/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Sherwood Forest over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sherwood Forest, 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 Sherwood Forest.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sherwood Forest

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sherwood Forest

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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Sherwood Forest review score based on 70 family reviews

7.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 70 reviews of 17 Sherwood Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sherwood Forest 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

Sherwood Forest review score compared against nearby cities

7.0
Sherwood Forest, DE17 facilities
6.7
Newark, DE14 facilities
8.0
Newport, DE29 facilities

Review subcategories for Sherwood Forest 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 70 reviews of 17 Sherwood Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sherwood Forest 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.
Sherwood Forest, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Sherwood Forest assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sherwood Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sherwood Forest, 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 Sherwood Forest 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 Sherwood Forest 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
47.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.1%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.2%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sherwood Forest 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 Sherwood Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sherwood Forest, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.9%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.2%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.5%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sherwood Forest 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 Sherwood Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sherwood Forest, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
41.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.5%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Sherwood Forest 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 Sherwood Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sherwood Forest, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sherwood Forest 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 Sherwood Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sherwood Forest, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.9%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.1%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
47.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sherwood Forest

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 Sherwood Forest protect seniors.

Learn about Delaware Assisted Living regulations

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Foulk Living, Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville and Merrill Gardens at West Chester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sherwood Forest, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 20 assisted living facilities near Sherwood Forest, Delaware. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Sherwood Forest, Delaware are Merrill Gardens at West Chester and Lorelton. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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