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Shortly 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 14 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Shortly, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Shortly is about $5,905, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 115 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Shortly, DE

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22 Floor plans available
9.4
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53 reviews
9.4
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53 reviews
5 star
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25%
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Wow!!! Staff amazing!! Head Nursing amazing!! [Name removed] is the most loving Director Ever!!!! The facility is operated at the highest standards but with Love. Doors are open in most rooms and welcoming....
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.
Located in historic Salisbury, MD, near the TidalHealth Peninsula Regional medial center, Peregrine Senior Living at Salisbury is your premier choice for a modern lifestyle that is as engaging and inspiring as it is relaxing. Whether you are interested in independent living, assisted living or...
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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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24 reviews
8.0
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24 reviews
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71%
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21%
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4%
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit. With on-site licensed nurses only steps away, 24 hours a...
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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
     Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware.  We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware.  The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
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My Aunt Alma, who just turned 100 years old on [date removed], has happily resided at Brandywine Living at Seaside Pointe (Brandywine) in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for the past 6 years. Despite the lockdown...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...
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The biggest problem there is that there are so many people, there's not as much individual care. Not that they don't do a good job, there's just more people per attendant. She was there for rehab and it was...
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.
At Salisburg Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care...
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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.
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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.
Seaford Center is a Genesis brand senior living community located in the beautiful town of Seaford, Delaware. Our city is the largest city in Sussex County with great small town appeal. Voted one of the Best Small Towns in America, the downtown area has recently been renovated, offering all the...
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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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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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Cost of nursing homes in Shortly, DE

The average cost of senior living in Shortly is $5,905 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blades, DE with an average of $5,654 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shortly, DE vs. nearby cities

Shortly, DE
$5,905/mo
$5,905/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shortly, DE vs. the state and national average

Shortly, DE
$5,905/mo
U.S. national average
$4,839/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shortly vs. other types of senior living

$5,894/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,905/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Shortly, DE by room type

Semi-Private
$7,680/mo
Studio
$6,268/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,065/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,319/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Shortly over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Shortly

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shortly

Peregrine Salisbury

4.6
We are very pleased with our choice. The facility has a home like feel. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. My mom loves the food and raves about it. They encourage families to come and eat with them. I would recommend Peregrine Salisbury to others.

Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury

3.7
My loved one is a resident at Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury. Some of the staff are warm and friendly, others are not. It is hard to connect with them. It doesn't seem like they have enough or the right mix of staff. A few are exceptional and others are mediocre, cold, irritated. Don't ...
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Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick Island in Selbyville, DE

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Brandywine Fenwick for 2.5 years. During this period she has received outstanding personal and professional care. AL living is a significant transition and hard for all involved, and nothing is ever perfect. However the leadership and caregivers at Brandywine ...
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Shortly nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shortly nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shortly, 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 Shortly 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 Shortly that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shortly, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shortly 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 Shortly Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shortly, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shortly 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 Shortly partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shortly, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shortly 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 Shortly communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shortly, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
10%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shortly 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 Shortly offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shortly, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Peregrine Salisbury, Milford Place and Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Shortly, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 14 nursing homes facilities near Shortly, Delaware. See the full list.

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