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Blackwater Beach is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 9 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Blackwater Beach, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Blackwater Beach is about $7,555, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 66 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Blackwater Beach, DE

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Photo of The Lodge at Historic Lewes
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9.2
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9.2
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The overall experience has been a 5 at The Lodge. Staff members in all disciplines are kind, caring, respectful and trained to deal with Alzheimer's disease. My family member, age 71, was tremendously...
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 Fenwick Island by Monarch
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2222 Floor plans available
8.0
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8.0
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I would say 5's in all with 4 in food. She says sometimes they have to send food back for one reason or another. WE would absolutely recommend Brandywine Fenwick Island to other families based on 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.
Just minutes from the sandy shores of Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, and Ocean City, Brandywine Fenwick Island offers a refreshing blend of seaside serenity and sophisticated senior living. With easy access to local favorites—from concerts at Freeman Arts Pavilion to charming boutiques and...
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Photo of Brandywine Seaside Pointe by Monarch
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1212 Floor plans available
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7.0
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The observant and caring nature of the aides/caregivers. The caregivers treat all residents as individuals and cater to their needs as individuals. They know each resident as a person and treat them with...
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.
At Brandywine Seaside Pointe, life by the shore is more than just ocean breezes—it’s a lifestyle filled with ease, joy, and meaningful connection, where every day feels like a permanent vacation. Nestled in scenic Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, our community offers effortless access to local favorites...
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Everything has been wonderful. One nurse in particular is outstanding and goes above and beyond to take care of my mother's medication. One of therapists does an excellent job as well. I can't believe how...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance is dedicated to caring for our patients and their families with compassion and respect. We always encourage an open door policy where an exchange of ideas is welcome. We always involve patients in the decision-making process for care or treatment plans so that...
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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.
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.
Photo of Catered Living at Ocean Pines
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.
1. Independent Living- 1&2 bedroom apartments in 3 story newly constructed building 6 miles from the ocean.  Ocean Pines offers outdoor recreational activities such as golf and  nature  trails.   2. Assisted Living- in the style of a bed and breakfast. Ocean...
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Cost of nursing homes in Blackwater Beach, DE

The average cost of senior living in Blackwater Beach is $7,555 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blades, DE with an average of $5,755 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Blackwater Beach, DE, vs. nearby cities

Blackwater Beach, DE
$7,555/mo
$6,286/mo

Nursing homes costs in Blackwater Beach, DE, vs. state and national averages

Blackwater Beach, DE
$7,555/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Nursing homes costs in Blackwater Beach, DE, vs. other senior living options

$7,656/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,555/mo

Nursing homes costs in Blackwater Beach, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,130/mo
Studio
$7,802/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,941/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,735/mo

Senior living costs in Blackwater Beach vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Blackwater Beach, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlackwater Beach, DEDelawareU.S.
Nursing Homes$7,555/mo$6,266/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$6,010/mo$6,207/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$7,656/mo$6,266/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$5,737/mo$5,185/mo$4,153/mo
Nursing Homes
Blackwater Beach, DE:$7,555/mo
Delaware:$6,266/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Blackwater Beach, DE:$6,010/mo
Delaware:$6,207/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Blackwater Beach, DE:$7,656/mo
Delaware:$6,266/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Blackwater Beach, DE:$5,737/mo
Delaware:$5,185/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Blackwater Beach

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Blackwater Beach

Brandywine Fenwick Island by Monarch in Selbyville, DE

5.0
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 recognition of Mom throughout the day by all the staff! I bought a sheet cake and they happened ...
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Gull Creek Senior Living Community in Berlin, MD

5.0
I feel like that this stage he is very happy and feels safe. I feel if you have a concern they do what it takes to correct it .

The Lodge at Historic Lewes

4.0
It's been hard doing the medical because everything has to be written down by a doctor who is hard to get a hold of. That includes helping my dad drink a protein drink. The nurse is also hard to get a hold of.. For all the people in assisted living there should be more medical staff to be more ...
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Blackwater Beach nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blackwater Beach nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blackwater Beach, 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 Blackwater Beach nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Blackwater Beach that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Blackwater Beach, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Blackwater Beach nursing homes

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 Blackwater Beach Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Blackwater Beach, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blackwater Beach nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Blackwater Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blackwater Beach, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Blackwater Beach nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Blackwater Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blackwater Beach, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blackwater Beach nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Blackwater Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blackwater Beach, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
0.4%
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