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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Spring Valley, DE

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Assisted living costs in Spring Valley average about $5,688 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 36 communities in Spring Valley. Our detailed directory has 755 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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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...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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.
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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 Spring Valley, DE

The average cost of senior living in Spring Valley is $5,688 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle, DE with an average of $5,486 per month.

Assisted living costs in Spring Valley, DE, vs. nearby cities

Spring Valley, DE
$5,690/mo
$5,618/mo
$5,694/mo

Assisted living costs in Spring Valley, DE, vs. state and national averages

Spring Valley, DE
$5,690/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Spring Valley, DE, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,690/mo
$5,708/mo

Assisted living costs in Spring Valley, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,948/mo
Studio
$6,171/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,486/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,364/mo

Senior living costs in Spring Valley 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: Spring Valley, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSpring Valley, DEDelawareU.S.
Assisted Living$5,690/mo$6,175/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,708/mo$6,233/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,884/mo$5,185/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Spring Valley, DE:$5,690/mo
Delaware:$6,175/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Spring Valley, DE:$5,708/mo
Delaware:$6,233/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Spring Valley, DE:$4,884/mo
Delaware:$5,185/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Spring Valley, DE, over time

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

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Assisted living cost trends in Spring Valley, DE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Spring Valley 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
Spring Valley, DE$6,741/mo$6,551/mo+2.9%
Delaware$6,507/mo$6,231/mo+4.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Spring Valley, DE
2024 average cost:$6,741/mo
2023 average cost:$6,551/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,507/mo
2023 average cost:$6,231/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Spring Valley, 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 Spring Valley.

What families are saying about assisted living in Spring Valley

Recent reviews for assisted living in Spring Valley

Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE

4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Exton Senior Living

4.9
"Cozy" environment, long term staff with very few agency hires, management very involved in daily operations, and processes in place to evaluate residents as conditions change. Activities got a little lower of a score because they do not have a gym with equipment like his prior facility did.

Rose Tree Place in Media, PA

5.0
Our father has been a resident at Rose Tree Place for the last couple of months. We toured several care facilities before making our final decision. We chose Rose Tree Place because of the proximity to family, the cleanliness of the facility, the type of apartment, availability of services, and ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and friendliness of the staff at the communities, making residents and their families feel welcome. At Lorelton, the director goes out of their way to keep the air quality virus-free and is praised for their patience and care. At Millcroft Living, the staff ...
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Properly maintained facilities. Residents and their families appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with updated facilities and bathrooms, high-end furniture, and pristine common areas. For example, at Lorelton, the facility is described as 'quite the place to live, if you’re old and need some help getting ...
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Personalized care and communication. Clear and effective communication is valued by families, allowing them to stay informed about their loved ones' care needs and daily life. At Forwood Estates, the community director sets regular meetings with residents and their loved ones, and at Foulk Living, the staff have gone above and ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at the communities, including musical events, craft classes, and social outings. At HarborChase of Wilmington, the property is hospitality driven and offers outstanding food, staff, and social activities, and at Lorelton, the residen ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, with chefs accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences. At Millcroft Living, the meals are great, and at The Pointe at South Harmony Lodge, the food is amazing and the staff team is fabu ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Residents and their families appreciate the feeling of familiarity and friendship within the communities, with everyone knowing each other and looking out for one another. At Lorelton, residents serve on committees and are involved in the community, and at Rockland Place, the residents are h ...
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Spring Valley review score based on 134 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 134 reviews of 30 Spring Valley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Spring Valley 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

Spring Valley review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Spring Valley, DE30 facilities
8.3
Elsmere, DE33 facilities
8.3
Newport, DE31 facilities

Review subcategories for Spring Valley 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 134 reviews of 30 Spring Valley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Spring Valley 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.
Spring Valley, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.2
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Spring Valley assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Spring Valley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Spring Valley, 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 Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Spring Valley, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.7%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.3%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Spring Valley, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Spring Valley, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
53.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Spring Valley, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
46.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Spring Valley, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
43.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Spring Valley

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