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Best Independent Living in Hockessin, DE

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 independent living communities in Hockessin, DE using DE Dept. of Health & Social Services (DHSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in DE
Reviewed by
Jordan Weiss, PhD
Last updated
Feb 2026
We analyzed These are the facilities in Hockessin, DE our team has analyzed — not a count of every independent living provider in Hockessin, DE.
2 homes
Other senior care options in Hockessin:
Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Homes

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Avg Walk Score: 24/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Hockessin, DE. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 45The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Hockessin, DE. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the DE Dept. of Health & Social Services (DHSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the director of nursing on record, when the state publishes this field.
Cokesbury Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Hockessin
49
Facility 49
DE AVG 101
Rank #61 / 71
Yes
12
Facility 12
DE AVG 43
Rank #88 / 99
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Kristen Binz-PerroneAmy Ironside
Forwood Estates
IL
AL
Wilmington
40
Facility 40
DE AVG 101
Rank #66 / 71
Yes
35
Facility 35
DE AVG 43
Rank #58 / 99
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Rawalda Alexis Goring - EdPauline Mwangi

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every DE community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 analyzed for Hockessin.

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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.

Phone: (302) 235-6000

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Exterior view of Forwood Estates facility with landscaped entrance
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Overview of Forwood Estates

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.

Phone: (302) 529-1600

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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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No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
Data source Delaware Dept. of Health and Social Services (DHSS)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Hockessin, DE

What is the average cost of independent living in Hockessin, DE?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Hockessin, DE is approximately $2,807. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Hockessin, DE?

Independent living in Hockessin, DE typically ranges from $1,647 - $3,250 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 2 independent living communities in Hockessin, DE. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Hockessin, DE?

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 Hockessin, DE, 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 independent living communities in Hockessin, DE?

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.

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