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.
My mom loves living at the Lorelton. She has made a few friends in the short time she has been living there. The nursing staff seem interactive and attentive. My mom seems happy there.
My parents have only been there since[ date removed], so I don't have much to compare to. We did not know they were bought by encore until they moved in. I would rate the facility with all 5's except for the...
I would tell them my mom truly enjoys living there and the food is always great, and they can make special meals at the resident's request, as necessary. The service is wonderful and the staff always seem...
My mom loves living at the Lorelton. She has made a few friends in the short time she has been living there. The nursing staff seem interactive and attentive. My mom seems happy there.
My parents have only been there since[ date removed], so I don't have much to compare to. We did not know they were bought by encore until they moved in. I would rate the facility with all 5's except for the...
I would tell them my mom truly enjoys living there and the food is always great, and they can make special meals at the resident's request, as necessary. The service is wonderful and the staff always seem...
I would tell them my mom truly enjoys living there and the food is always great, and they can make special meals at the resident's request, as necessary. The service is wonderful and the staff always seem...
Room size is fine. Cleanliness is fine. Activities are limited but we are in the memory care unit which limits what you can do. Staff dealing with patients are great...the only problem is they have to deal...
My mom has transitioned very well into the community. She made an effort to introduce herself to everyone—from the administration and reception staff to housekeeping, maintenance, and the dining team—and has...
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...
My mom loves living at the Lorelton. She has made a few friends in the short time she has been living there. The nursing staff seem interactive and attentive. My mom seems happy there.
I would tell them my mom truly enjoys living there and the food is always great, and they can make special meals at the resident's request, as necessary. The service is wonderful and the staff always seem...
I recently moved my mom into Brookdale Dover. It's a very charming and cute facility. It's very cozy and homie. The residents are lovely and the staff is very wholesome. My mom was a bit nervous about moving...
My overall experience has been 5 stars. The facility has a very friendly and welcoming vibe. The food is delicious and my father is thriving having the opportunity to partake in exercise classes, game...
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...
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