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Mill Creek 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 449 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Mill Creek, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Mill Creek is about $7,066, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

To learn more, browse our 11277 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area. You may also consider nearby communities such as Schuylkill, East Nantmeal and Daylesford.

 

Nursing Homes Facilities near Mill Creek, DE

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Photo of Harmony at Kent
99 Photos available
3838 Floor plans available
8.5
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Staff is nice . Some communication mishaps . The first week dad was there he was forgot about didn't know he was there . His laundry took some time to get straight , he still gets other peoples clothes so I...
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 offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a welcoming community.Located in Dover, Delaware, we offer comfortable apartments and engaging daily activities, life here feels balanced and connected.Here, a strong sense of community and supportive care make each...
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5 for everything. Moving could not have gone better. Food is excellent and varied. Lots of activities. Best part is the staff. Always treats residents like family. Good move
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.
At Glen Meadows, you have the flexibility to create your own experience. All of our senior living services are available as you need them—whether it's our Independent Living, At-Home Services for in home support, Assisted Living, or Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. Located less than 10 miles...
Photo of The Cottages of Perry Hall
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In all those areas I was satisfied. My mother did not participate in many activities given her condition. Most times she chose to eat in her room. I did appreciate how the staff attended to her from 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.
The Cottages of Perry Hall – A Charter Senior Living Community is an assisted living and memory care community with a total of 64 individual apartments. As the management company for The Cottages of Perry Hall, Charter Senior Living will be responsible for day-to-day operations and all related...
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8.4
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Forwood struck me from the beginning as a place that exuded warmth and hospitality and I immediately felt at home here. All the places were fine. I'm sure I would be happy to some degree in any of them but...
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.
Forwood Manor sits on 13 beautifully manicured acres and is located just minutes from I-95. Close to shopping and cultural sites, we offer a full-service rental retirement community with the best social and transportation programs, along with well-designed and spacious apartments. We invite you...
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I LOVE Meadowcrest and their staff for my parents. Absolutely. The staff is caring and so professional. During this past snow storm, staff stayed overnight to make sure residents were secure. They even gave...
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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Photo of Brandywine Upper Providence by Monarch
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Great experience so far! I love the communication and the fact that they focus on what He needs, not fitting him into what they have available. The place is beautiful and everyone is so kind.
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 Upper Providence, every day unfolds like a well-composed retreat—refined, personal, and deeply comforting.Here, you’re part of a warm, welcoming community that blends resort-style amenities with compassionate, around-the-clock care. From our concierge-style services and gourmet...
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Photo of Keystone Villa at Ephrata
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My mother has gone through a lot of changes in the last few years. She started at Keystone with my father after covid because they were too sick to take care of each other and keep track of their meds. My...
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.
Photo of Magnolias of Lancaster
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My husband was well taken care of in this facility. I never saw a place that was so clean it was amazing & always smelled wonderful. Nurses & staff were always helpful & pleasant. They were like family to...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Magnolias of Lancaster provides a comfortable, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or other memory impairments. Magnolias of Lancaster offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment. Unique...
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Maurice House is a wonderful place. It's clean, beautiful, well cared for. The staff are like family to the residents and families. Mom loves the food and the socialization. She is thriving and loves her new...
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.
Maurice House is the preferred Assisted Living community in Millville, New Jersey. Maurice House offers residents a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable life. We would love for you to visit us with your family and loved ones and see for yourself! With Maurice House's...
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44 Floor plans available
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They have been amazing with my dad. They really look out for him. He needs help with staying clean and they tend to him and change his clothes every four hours. They are very nice when we visit as well.
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.
Tucked in amongst country clubs and golf courses, and just minutes from the shaded walking paths Hemsley House of Dresher offers comfort and convenience. You'll appreciate local resources like Willow Grove Mall and Abington Hospital while family and friends who come to visit will appreciate easy...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Willow Grove
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33 Floor plans available
8.4
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The staff is made up of great people. The community is very clean, the rooms are nice, and the menus are good. There are lots of activities to keep Mom occupied and engaged. Overall, I would give them my...
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.
"Live life to the fullest here at Commonwealth Senior Living at Willow Grove. We are a senior living community that cultivates a continuum of care for aging-in-place needs. At Commonwealth Senior Living, we value individuality and dignity and understand that each resident is their own person,...
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Photo of Dover Place
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The lady in charge of the events is amazing and is as friendly as can be. The food looks appetizing and the nurses take their jobs seriously.
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.
Dover Place is an Enlivant senior living community nestled in a rural part of historic Dover, Delaware. Our rural setting provides the peace and tranquility that our residents desire, while our proximity to downtown Dover offers a world of entertainment and cultural activities, including The...
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Photo of Oxford Crossings
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Five in all categories. The staff is amazing. Friendly, professional and helpful. Especially [name removed] at the front desk. The facility is always clean. Food is good and wait staff is kind.
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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Photo of Sunrise of Westtown
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Sunrise at Westtown is a very nice facility, friendly & supportive staff, good food. The facility does Not accept Medicare or Medicaid - Out of Pocket on all expenses. It gets very expensive if the resident...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...
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My mother was scheduled to join the Residence at Cherry Hill. Sadly for her family ,happily for her, she died a few days before entering the residence. My mother died suddenly at age 100. She had lived alone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
The Residence at Cherry Hill provides multiple senior living options, including assisted living, memory care, respite care and on-site rehabilitation services. We are located on the northeast side of Cherry Hill New Jersey, just fifteen miles west of Philadelphia. We are lucky enough to be close...
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The cleanliness top notch, staff/care is good, but they lost the head nurse of memory care so they are still working on improving their game, activities - they do try to engage everyone, which can be...
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.
Located in the heart of Lower Merion Township, Symphony Square at Bala offers an elevated suburban senior living experience just minutes from Philadelphia. Our community specializes in both Personal Care and Memory Support, providing compassionate, individualized care in an elegant and welcoming...
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Sis was great. Her visit to hospital was very helpful in convincing my mom to go there. All the nurses, cafeteria and activities people were great too.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Personal & Memory Care at the Park is a personal care and alzheimers and dementia care facility dedicated to helping individuals celebrate the best of life with just a little help from their friends. Many of our loved ones feel that life at home has just become too much for them. Those who...
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All staff were considerate, respectful and professional. The food was consistently very good , and the building was always kept very clean . I have recommended Hayes Manor to all my friends.
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.
Hayes Manor is a licensed non- profit, non -sectarian independent and personal care home, located in the Wynnefield section of Philadelphia. We are an old Victorian building, nestled on 10 acres, next to the Bala Golf Club. We are located just a few blocks away from City Line Avenue. We have...
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The staff was professional, the place was clean, only thing to complain about was that we rarely got through to nurses station when we called and they rarely returned our calls
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 Fountains at Atco is a continuing care retirement community offering vibrant living with exceptional care. Our community blends beautiful spaces and services, ensuring residents thrive, build connections, and enjoy every day to the fullest. Midway between the sun and surf of the seashore and...
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They could flavor t food and make sure the food is served hot there are lots of games for dementia that help keep folks active ...unskilled service people and the food didn't look appealing! The plate must b...
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.
Juniper Village at Mount Joy provides the keys to unlocking a great lifestyle for senior living! At Juniper Village we believe that maintaining and promoting an active body, an engaged mind, and a fulfilled spirit are keys to healthy aging. Whether you cherish quiet activities or spirited social...
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The front desk staff is helpful and caring . [name removed] the admissions was great to work with and easy to get a hold of . The place is beautiful and really clean . Her apartment is perfect for her, 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.
Known for its gardens, vineyards, and rich cultural heritage, Brandywine Longwood is infused with the beauty and serenity of Pennsylvania's valley. Just ten minutes from the breathtaking Longwood Gardens and surrounded by charming towns like Kennett Square, our community offers a lifestyle rooted...
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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...
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As with many ALFs, finding and keeping Aides is an ongoing challenge. That said, it has not affected the level of attention my mom has received. Response time to any health related matters is swift. The...
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.
HEATHERWOOD RETIREMENT COMMUNITY is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year, a community of Life Care Centers of America which operates more than 260 skilled nursing homes, assisted living and independent living communities and Alzheimer's centers.CONTINUUM-OF-CARE CAMPUSOur caring,...
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We are unsure about the activities, and some of the infrastructure is old. However, what we like the most about the community is that they are very friendly and welcoming. Yes, I would recommend the...
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.
Simpson House is conveniently located at the corner of Belmont and Monument Avenues and overlooks beautiful Fairmont Park. Simpson House was founded in 1865 to attend to the needs of older persons in the community after the Civil War. This unbroken chain of caring exists today as we provide a...
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Initially there was some confusion over mechanical soft diet order, and there are not as many options for special diets. Some of the activities are more childish than others. It is costly for the level of...
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.
We offer you and your loved ones a premier assisted living experience at any of our Columbia Cottage communities. We were the first in Pennsylvania to have multiple communities licensed as Assisted Living, and we continue to be the only licensed Assisted Living residence in the areas we serve....
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Cost of nursing homes in Mill Creek, DE

The average cost of senior living in Mill Creek is $7,066 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $6,045 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Mill Creek, DE, vs. state and national averages

Mill Creek, DE
$7,066/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Mill Creek, DE, vs. other senior living options

$7,924/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,066/mo

Nursing homes costs in Mill Creek, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,806/mo
Private
$7,139/mo

Senior living costs in Mill Creek 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: Mill Creek, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMill Creek, DEDelawareU.S.
Nursing Homes$7,066/mo$6,031/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$6,385/mo$7,555/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,924/mo$8,215/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,984/mo$4,873/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Mill Creek, DE:$7,066/mo
Delaware:$6,031/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Mill Creek, DE:$6,385/mo
Delaware:$7,555/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Mill Creek, DE:$7,924/mo
Delaware:$8,215/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Mill Creek, DE:$3,984/mo
Delaware:$4,873/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Mill Creek, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Mill Creek 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Mill Creek, DE

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Mill Creek 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 average 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
Mill Creek, DE$6,796/mo$6,456/mo+5.3%
Delaware$6,762/mo$6,569/mo+2.9%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Mill Creek, DE
2024 average cost:$6,796/mo
2023 average cost:$6,456/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,762/mo
2023 average cost:$6,569/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Mill Creek

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Mill Creek

Maurice House in Millville, NJ

5.0
My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket

HarborChase of Wilmington

4.8
I'd say that while we expected a challenging transition from independent city life to assisted living, my uncle has been very happy there and that he's made a real home for himself there. We picked this community because it was a combination of the services they offered and the respect he was ...
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Hammonton Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

4.0
I have had two rehabilitation stunts myself and compared to those facilities Hammonton Center is better. I see that my sister is receiving good care.

Mill Creek nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mill Creek nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mill Creek, 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 Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mill Creek, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.2%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.2%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.6%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
82%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.6%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.1%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.5%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mill Creek, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.9%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mill Creek, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.2%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mill Creek, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
35.4%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mill Creek, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
49.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.3%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.1%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
49.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
34.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Chestnut Knoll, Spring Village at Hammonton and Keystone Villa at Fleetwood are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Mill Creek, Delaware. See full list of communities.
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