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Best Assisted Living in Delaware

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 105 homes in Delaware

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Delaware Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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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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Kutz Senior Living Campus
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wilmington
90
Facility 90
DE AVG 118
Rank #44 / 72
Yes
41
Facility 41
DE AVG 36
Rank #51 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Felisha Marcus Alderson- EdTylena Kelly
Meadowcrest at Middletown
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Middletown
90
Facility 90
DE AVG 118
Rank #44 / 72
No
10
Facility 10
DE AVG 36
Rank #94 / 111
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Nathan MillmanChristie Hynson
Westminster Village Assisted Living
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Dover (The Hamlet)
99
Facility 99
DE AVG 118
Rank #38 / 72
No
35
Facility 35
DE AVG 36
Rank #62 / 111
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-Wendy Nerad - EdLori Clemmons
Sunrise of Wilmington
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wilmington
90
Facility 90
DE AVG 118
Rank #44 / 72
Yes
23
Facility 23
DE AVG 36
Rank #80 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-Marquiest Ponzo -InterimChrystal Johnston - Interim
Rockland Place
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wilmington
104
Facility 104
DE AVG 118
Rank #32 / 72
No
30
Facility 30
DE AVG 36
Rank #72 / 111
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / Shared Rooms-Paul C TaylorKimberly Luces
Willowbrooke Court at Country House
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Wilmington
48
Facility 48
DE AVG 118
Rank #64 / 72
No
4
Facility 4
DE AVG 36
Rank #102 / 111
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Jennifer GreenwaltShannon Donovan Pizzollo
Complete Care at Brackenville
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Hockessin (Saint Claire Drive)
104
Facility 104
DE AVG 118
Rank #32 / 72
No
6
Facility 6
DE AVG 36
Rank #100 / 111
--Ronald InglisRebecca Difilippo
Milford Place
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Milford (North Shores)
85
Facility 85
DE AVG 118
Rank #48 / 72
No
18
Facility 18
DE AVG 36
Rank #86 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Brenda Negron - EdJoseph Spigone
The Lorelton
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Wilmington (The Flats)
99
Facility 99
DE AVG 118
Rank #38 / 72
Yes
84
Facility 84
DE AVG 36
Rank #4 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-David Parkinson - EdJocelyn Dill
Dover Place Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Dover (Zurkow Development)
85
Facility 85
DE AVG 118
Rank #48 / 72
Yes
40
Facility 40
DE AVG 36
Rank #52 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Queena MastCrystal Heintz
HarborChase of Wilmington
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wilmington
120
Facility 120
DE AVG 118
Rank #24 / 72
No
36
Facility 36
DE AVG 36
Rank #58 / 111
--Steven Yohay - EdTinamarie Peletski Wisniewski
Lodge Lane Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Wilmington
60
Facility 60
DE AVG 118
Rank #57 / 72
Yes
19
Facility 19
DE AVG 36
Rank #84 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Felisha Marcus AldersonTiffany V.r. Hammond
Brookdale Hockessin
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Hockessin (Loveville)
66
Facility 66
DE AVG 118
Rank #55 / 72
Yes
17
Facility 17
DE AVG 36
Rank #88 / 111
StudioA+Crystal Manchin - EdOlena Georges
The Vero at Newark
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Newark
136
Facility 136
DE AVG 118
Rank #15 / 72
No
45
Facility 45
DE AVG 36
Rank #45 / 111
--Nicole SokolwskaJessica Kuhl
The Lodge at Historic Lewes
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Lewes
122
Facility 122
DE AVG 118
Rank #23 / 72
No
36
Facility 36
DE AVG 36
Rank #58 / 111
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private / Private RoomA+Dean Reid - EdMiesha-Gaye Walters
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Overview of The Pointe at South Harmony Lodge and Place

At The Pointe at South Harmony Lodge and Place, they understand that moving to a senior living community can be daunting. That’s why they make it their mission to provide a warm and elegant lifestyle that feels like home. Offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care, residents can choose from a range of charmingly designed floor plans to suit their needs. The community fosters a family-friendly atmosphere that encourages residents to build new connections while staying connected with their loved ones.

Their amenities include a library, private dining room, beauty salon, and barbershop, as well as physical therapy solutions to promote overall well-being. One of the great things about The Pointe at South Harmony Lodge and Place is that residents can enjoy their best days without worrying about housekeeping. The front desk concierge and nursing staff provide stress-free daily living, while the monthly payment covers everything they need. Residents can also participate in a variety of activities, from card games and fitness classes to movie nights and speaker series.

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Housing Options: Studio

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Meadowcrest – Middletown

820 Middletown Odessa Rd Pob 1335, Middletown, DE 19709
Overview of Meadowcrest – Middletown

Meadowcrest in Middletown is a trusted home for seniors where upscale design and modern accents blend harmoniously with natural-looking interiors, creating a refreshing and visually appealing environment. The common areas are simply amazing, and the spacious suites exude a sense of luxury, setting the stage for high-standard living. Whether you’re looking for assisted living homes, memory care units, or independent living floor plans, Meadowcrest has thoughtfully crafted spaces to cater to all preferences and needs.

Engaging events and activities abound in the community, fostering social interactions, encouraging learning, and nurturing hobbies, making each day fulfilling and enjoyable. With complimentary transportation services, individually controlled apartment temperatures, and top-notch housekeeping, residents can enjoy a carefree lifestyle. Meadowcrest at Middletown promises a delightful living experience for all its cherished residents.

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Overview of Cardia Healthcare Silverside

Tucked in the picturesque Pike Creek Valley is Cardia Healthcare, a two-story house that serves as a haven for those in need of care and rehabilitation. The rehabilitation suites here are private and semi-private, offering a comfortable and peaceful atmosphere for residents to recover and heal. With advanced therapeutic technologies tailored to individual needs, they also offer extensive respiratory care in close collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
At Cardia Healthcare, they value the importance of family and visitors, which is why they provide ample parking and a spacious outdoor setting. The team of professionals here boasts expertise and the highest quality of nursing and rehabilitation care. They prioritize helping residents transition smoothly and regain their maximum level of functioning to enable them to return home as soon as possible. Dialysis services are also available, making Cardia Healthcare a comprehensive care center.

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Overview of The Vero in Newark

At The Vero in Newark, residents can enjoy a vibrant and joyful community that offers top-notch independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Their approach is centered on hospitality, fostering a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for everyone. The apartments are spacious and come in a range of sizes, from studios to two-bedroom homes, all of which have individual climate controls and are designed to maximize safety and security for seniors.

The amenities at The Vero are top-notch, with an attention to detail that reflects their 50 years of service to the senior community. Their chef-made meals are served with the same care as in a full-service restaurant, and their programs are designed to focus on nutrition and fitness, ensuring that each resident receives the best possible care. Residents will love the arts and crafts studio, the bistro, the theater, and the beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces. Safety is a top priority, with a daily check-in system, smoking alarm system, emergency communication systems, and more. Home maintenance is also well-handled, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their community and the activities they love.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Foulk Living

1212 Foulk Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803
Overview of Foulk Living

Located in Wilmington, Delaware, the lush 10-acre property offers comprehensive care, including independent living, memory care, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Foulk Living’s therapy team is dynamic and highly skilled, and they genuinely care about the well-being of each resident as well. The community is conveniently close to the Brandywine Hundred Regional Library and other public spaces. The living spaces are nothing short of exceptional, with premium quality and attention to detail evident in every aspect of the decor. 

The community has a four-season sunroom, a fitness center, and inviting lounge spaces. It’s also pet-friendly and boasts a caring staff. The secure courtyards, gardens, and other common areas around the community are perfect for residents to unwind and socialize. Each resident’s safety is of utmost importance, which is why individual temperature control and a call bell system are in place. Amenities also include an on-site library, salon, beautifully furnished living spaces, walking paths, and restaurant-style dining.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Brandywine Seaside Point

Experience comfort like no other with the trusted senior living community of Brandywine Seaside Pointe residing in the serene neighborhood of Seaside Boulevard, Rehoboth Beach, DE, that provides assisted living, memory care, and respite. With its beautifully made and snug accommodations, seniors can rest assured their needs are well-cared for. The community goes above and beyond in providing top-tier care and support that best suits each resident’s special needs and aspirations.

Brandywine Seaside Pointe invites honorable guests to share their knowledge and skills for residents to gain valuable experience and learn something new. Explore a bunch of activities and meet new friends. Moreover, healthy and tasty meals cater to dietary needs and preferences. Surrounded by warm and spacious spaces, seniors enjoy a wonderful retirement with Brandywine Seaside Pointe.

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Housing Options: Studio / Companion Rooms

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Building Type: Two-story

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Overview of Paramount Senior Living at Newark

At Paramount Health Resources Inc., they take senior living to the next level with their premier senior living community in Newark. Their commitment to providing a high quality of life for seniors and their families is evident in their state-of-the-art facility, offering independent living, assisted living, dementia care, home health care, and hospice care.
Residents can enjoy a maintenance-free environment with daily housekeeping, fresh linens, medication management, and an emergency call response service for added safety. But it’s not just about the practicalities, Paramount believes in nurturing an active lifestyle and nutritious dining options with three scratch-made daily meals. With Paramount, seniors can truly live life to the fullest. In addition to their top-notch amenities, they offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy and physician and social service visits.

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Overview of Cokesbury Village

Cokesbury Village, a part of the Acts Retirement-Life Communities, is nestled in the heart of Hockessin, Delaware. The 60-acre property exudes an idyllic atmosphere with easy access to airports and is surrounded by public spaces and native woodlands. Thoughtfully designed floor plans and health services that cater to every level of care, including assisted living, skilled care, and rehabilitation services, are also available. The community is filled with familial charm and boasts resort-like living.

What’s more, Cokesbury Village takes pride in having a long-tenured staff and being a not-for-profit organization.

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Room Sizes: 759 - 782 / 1,035 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Arden Courts – Wilmington

700 1/2 Foulk Rd, Wilmington, De 19803, United States700 1/2 Foulk Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803
Overview of Arden Courts – Wilmington

Arden Courts is a memory care community that provides exceptional care. The community offers an inviting atmosphere with fine hospitality; the staff is ready to attend to any need one may have with compassion and dignity.  Arden Courts  maintain their residents’ sense of individuality while being able to enhance their quality of life in a nurturing environment. 

Services are focused on the cognitive health and overall wellness of its residents– 24-hour supervision, medication management, outside rehabilitative care, and physical therapy available; as well as reassurance and advice support, structured programs, and mobility assistance.

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Overview of Delaware Veterans Home

A community where patriotism and Delaware lifestyle meet, the Delaware Veterans Home encourages its veterans to find a new meaning of a quiet and peaceful way of life. Camaraderie is located in the atmosphere of the community and is found in how management and staff honor the retirement home. Seniors are ensured to maintain an active and enjoyable lifestyle in a restful new home.

In a nursing care home for veterans, residents are given fully-furnished bedrooms to enjoy leisure and spiritual activities, specialized programs, and healthy, delicious meals available. Its skilled nursing services include rehabilitative therapies– speech, occupational, and physical. A pathologist is available on-site.

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Weighting overview

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The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Delaware

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Delaware?

Assisted living in Delaware supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Delaware?

Assisted living in Delaware is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Delaware Medicaid cover assisted living?

Delaware Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Delaware) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 5 assisted living facilities in Delaware. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Delaware?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Delaware, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Delaware?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.