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Nursing Homes in Delaware

Overview of Nursing Homes in Delaware

Families considering senior living in Delaware will find themselves in a unique position. Of all its neighboring Northeastern U.S. states, Delaware is one of the smallest in area but also one of the most densely populated, and its residents are never too far from a coastline. Beyond the variety of outdoor recreation provided by the Atlantic shores or Chesapeake and Delaware Bays, Delaware’s largest metropolitan area, Wilmington, is well-connected to other major cities like Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. Of course, historic sites are plentiful throughout the state, as Delaware took the lead among colonies signing the U.S. Constitution in 1787 and therefore is known as “The First State.” Retirement in Delaware may mean fewer options for senior living, but opportunities are always nearby.

There are more than 10 nursing homes in Delaware. A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors can provide you with a list of nursing homes in Delaware to help you find the community that fits your needs and budget.

The median monthly cost of a private room in a nursing home in Delaware is about $11,400, according to Genworth.

Top-rated Nursing Homes facilities in Delaware

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Foulk Living

1212 Foulk Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803
9.6
Review Score
45 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
ES - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff is great. They encourage the residents to get involved with others and to participate in activities. Unfortunately because my mother has vascular dementia, she is more argumentative and doesn't...

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Forwood Manor

1912 Marsh Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810
9.4
Review Score
32 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Transportation is an issue. The only have one driver. And shot the bus transportation service ends at 4 o'clock. There is no transportation on the weekend. It is a nice facility overall. In a good...

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Lorelton

2200 West 4th Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
9.5
Review Score
137 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

It is going well so far. Sometimes it takes a long time for them to respond when mom hits her call button, and they don't notify me when she needs personal hygiene items. Otherwise going well. Food is good.

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Top-rated Nursing Homes facilities in Wilmington

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Lorelton

2200 West 4th Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
9.5
Review Score
137 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

It is going well so far. Sometimes it takes a long time for them to respond when mom hits her call button, and they don't notify me when she needs personal hygiene items. Otherwise going well. Food is good.

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Traditions of Cross Keys

3152 Glassboro Cross Keys Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028
9.8
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85 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Charles H - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The have a food menu that is incredible..breakfast..lunch dinner with multiple options..they have a daily activity schedule that keep you very busy..they have a bus to go on weekly outings..they have a...

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Foulk Living

1212 Foulk Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803
9.6
Review Score
45 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
ES - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff is great. They encourage the residents to get involved with others and to participate in activities. Unfortunately because my mother has vascular dementia, she is more argumentative and doesn't...

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Top-rated Nursing Homes facilities in Newark

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The Vero at Newark

924 Barksdale Road, Newark, DE 19711
9.4
Review Score
12 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Karl L - I'm a current/former resident or client

We have nothing but great things to say about Juniper Village. The facilities are nice, but what makes this place special is the people. Everyone from the front desk to the business office, to the nursing...

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The Vero at Newark

924 Barksdale Road, Newark, DE 19711
9.4
Review Score
12 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Karl L - I'm a current/former resident or client

We have nothing but great things to say about Juniper Village. The facilities are nice, but what makes this place special is the people. Everyone from the front desk to the business office, to the nursing...

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Somerford House and Place of Newark

4175 Ogletown-Stanton Road, Newark, DE 19713
8.1
Review Score
62 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Karen F - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Friendly staff. Great activities. Very clean. Regular outings to a variety of places. Staff is responsive and follows through. Perfect location. Very welcoming to visiting family. Rooms are a good size and...

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Top-rated Nursing Homes facilities in Middletown

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Lorelton

2200 West 4th Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
9.5
Review Score
137 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

It is going well so far. Sometimes it takes a long time for them to respond when mom hits her call button, and they don't notify me when she needs personal hygiene items. Otherwise going well. Food is good.

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Rockland Place

1519 Rockland Rd., Wilmington, DE 19803
8.3
Review Score
63 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
David M - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I've never been a community where every single staff member from the director to maintenance chief is genuinely helpful and friendly.....quite remarkable! As one who visits his wife every day I would say I...

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Brookdale Dover

150 Saulsbury Road, Dover, DE 19904
9.0
Review Score
53 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Donna D - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My father was a resident at Brookdale Dover for 6 years. During his stay he was well cared for. His medications were dispensed. All meals provided. Housekeeping kept his apt. clean and tidy. The staff was...

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Top-rated Nursing Homes facilities in Dover

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Brookdale Dover

150 Saulsbury Road, Dover, DE 19904
9.0
Review Score
53 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Donna D - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My father was a resident at Brookdale Dover for 6 years. During his stay he was well cared for. His medications were dispensed. All meals provided. Housekeeping kept his apt. clean and tidy. The staff was...

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Dover Place

1203 Walker Rd, Dover, DE 19904
9.0
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34 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
RF - I live or lived in this community

Outstanding facility, great staff, great food. Other residents are very friendly, helpful and just a great place to live. I'm 85 years old. Have a live from Spain to Korea with a military career. This is...

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Harmony at Kent

1435 E Lebanon Rd, Dover, DE 19901
8.5
Review Score
51 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

The staff are wonderful. The community is very welcoming and yes I would recommend the Harmony at Kent community to other families based on the experience so far.

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