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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 Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance
Cadia Healthcare Renaissance is located in the heart of Sussex County on Route 24/John J. Williams Highway. It provides personal attention and professional expertise to deliver high-quality nursing and rehabilitation care. The center offers a variety of programs including rehabilitation, nursing, and dietary services.

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Overview of Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation
Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a senior care facility in Wilmington, Delaware. It provides high-quality long-term care and skilled nursing services for seniors. The center focuses on assisting residents in their recovery and reintegration into the community.

Contact Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation

Overview of Gilpin Hall Nursing Home
Gilpin Hall Nursing Home is a non-profit organization in Wilmington, DE, providing care for the elderly since 1824. It offers services such as assisted care, nursing care, and rehabilitation therapy in a secure and caring environment. The facility focuses on enhancing the quality of life for its residents.

Contact Gilpin Hall Nursing Home

Overview of Polaris Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center LLC
Polaris Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center provides cutting-edge post-acute services, skilled nursing care, and goal-oriented therapies in a homelike environment in Milford, Delaware. The facility is committed to meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of its residents while promoting dignity and respect. It is part of the Nationwide Healthcare Family.

Contact Polaris Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center LLC

Overview of Kentmere Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Kentmere Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing is located in Wilmington, Delaware, providing rehabilitation services, senior nursing care, and specialized dementia care. The facility has been a part of the community since 1901, offering a warm and welcoming environment. Kentmere is committed to delivering exceptional care with a focus on compassion and professionalism.

Contact Kentmere Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Overview of Complete Care at Hillside LLC
Complete Care at Hillside offers post-acute rehabilitation programs and long-term care services in Wilmington, DE. The facility provides a range of specialized care including skilled nursing, orthopedic care, cardiac care, and palliative care. Their focus is on delivering compassionate and comfortable care to support patients' recovery and quality of life.

Contact Complete Care at Hillside LLC

Overview of Homewell Care Services

Homewell Care Services is an adult health care provider that provides in-house care for those who prefer being taken care of at their residences. Ensuring flexible, specially-trained, and professional care, the caregiver’s areas of specialization include rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care. Residents live their best lives because of excellent services that help a speedy recovery.

HomeWell offers exclusive programs such as its Companion Care program, which provides genuine and compassionate companionship while guiding and watching the seniors; the Basic Care program, a Companion Care Plus program that extends its services to help with the simple tasks of daily living; and the Specialty Care which is a combination of the two programs mentioned above but with the exclusivity of a personalized care plan that is specific to each individual.

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Overview of Kpanah Homecare Services

Kpanah Homecare Services is proud of its lifestyle built on style, wellness, and purpose. A hassle-free lifestyle is the goal of the caregivers, ensuring that residents can thrive and continue to nurture at the comfort of their homes. Kpanah Homecare Services offers an unmatched level of care that enhances and empowers the lives of its community residents. 

A senior living community that aims to let its residents live a worry-free lifestyle, management ensures seniors fulfill their holistic needs by offering fun-filled activities, ADLs, and medical assistance. 

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Overview of Forwood Manor

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.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

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

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

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

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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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.