Forwood Manor Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Wilmington, DE

Forwood Manor Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Wilmington, DE

Overview of Forwood Manor Assisted Living

Forwood Manor is a charming senior living home that offers a friendly atmosphere where residents can feel comfortable making new friendships. They offer assisted living, independent living, and respite care services. As the name suggests, the senior living home offers a high-quality senior-living experience that is established through their excellent service that many families from all over the country acclaim. A proud member of the Five Star Residences, Forwood Manor offers a stress-free senior living lifestyle for you.

Life at Forwood Manor offers modern amenities and friendly staff, they offer senior care service like no other. From delicious meals served any time of the day, to fun activities open for everyone, they always strive to provide everything you will need. Residential life is all about amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour concierge, hair salon, library, and restaurant-style dining.  

Bed community size
40-bed community Rank #66 / 71Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 71 homes in Delaware for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Delaware facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Delaware that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 35 / 100 Rank #60 / 108Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th out of 108 homes in Delaware for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Delaware facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Delaware that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
ExpirationJune 30, 2026 Expired
License Number1057

Ownership & Operating Entity

Forwood Manor Assisted Living is administered by Rawalda Alexis Goring - Ed.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of NursingPauline Mwangi
Director of Nursing Emailpmwangi1@5ssl.com
Administrator Emailrgoring@5ssl.com

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Address 5.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wilmington's city center to Forwood Manor Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Health Care Quality.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Delaware

Forwood Manor Assisted Living is located in Wilmington, Delaware.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Delaware.

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Delaware Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Delaware resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
DE

Small state, faster processing in some areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home modifications

Delaware Caregiver Support Program

DE Caregiver Support (NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Delaware resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
DE

Limited slots; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Delaware Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Delaware resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
DE

Limited to specific areas (e.g., New Castle County); few providers.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Delaware Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Delaware resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual, adjusted annually.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
DE

Three tiers; broader limits than some states.

Benefits
Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20% of services)

Frequently Asked Questions about Forwood Manor Assisted Living

Who is the Director of Nursing at Forwood Manor Assisted Living?

Pauline Mwangi is the Director of Nursing at Forwood Manor Assisted Living.

Is Forwood Manor Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Forwood Manor Assisted Living has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Forwood Manor Assisted Living?

According to DE state health department records, Forwood Manor Assisted Living's license number is 1057.

When does Forwood Manor Assisted Living's license expire?

According to DE state health department records, Forwood Manor Assisted Living's license expires on June 30, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Forwood Manor Assisted Living?

Rawalda Alexis Goring - Ed is the administrator of Forwood Manor Assisted Living.

How many beds does Forwood Manor Assisted Living have?

Forwood Manor Assisted Living has 40 beds.

Are there photos of Forwood Manor Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Forwood Manor Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

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