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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.
| Cokesbury Village | MC AL IL NH SNF | Hockessin (Loveville) | 49
Facility
49
DE AVG
101
Rank
#61 / 71 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
DE AVG
40
Rank
#90 / 108 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Kristen Binz-Perrone | Amy Ironside |
| Foulk Living | MC AL IL NH RC SNF | Wilmington | 44
Facility
44
DE AVG
101
Rank
#65 / 71 | Yes |
33
Facility
33
DE AVG
40
Rank
#65 / 108 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Leslie Johnson - Ed | Sharvette Law-Philmon |
| Cardia Healthcare Silverside | MC HOS NH PC SNF | Wilmington | 128
Facility
128
DE AVG
101
Rank
#21 / 71 | No |
29
Facility
29
DE AVG
40
Rank
#71 / 108 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Nichole Nolan | Channel Etty |
| Oakbridge Terrace at Country House | MC AL NH RC SNF | Wilmington | 40
Facility
40
DE AVG
101
Rank
#66 / 71 | No |
3
Facility
3
DE AVG
40
Rank
#100 / 108 | - | Jennifer Greenwalt | Jamie Jones |
| The Moorings at Lewes Assisted Living | MC AL IL NH SNF | Lewes (Lewes Historic District) | 45
Facility
45
DE AVG
101
Rank
#64 / 71 | No |
65
Facility
65
DE AVG
40
Rank
#21 / 108 | - | Annette V Moore | Lori Dibiase Warrington |
| Kentmere Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | MC AL NH RESC SNF | Wilmington (Highlands) | 104
Facility
104
DE AVG
101
Rank
#32 / 71 | No |
76
Facility
76
DE AVG
40
Rank
#13 / 108 | - | Brittany Brown- Ed | Debora Marrero Shackelford |
| The Vero in Newark | MC AL IL | Newark | 136
Facility
136
DE AVG
101
Rank
#15 / 71 | Yes |
57
Facility
57
DE AVG
40
Rank
#27 / 108 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Nicole Sokolwska | Jessica Kuhl |
| Brandywine Seaside Point | MC AL NH RC | Rehoboth Beach (Seaside Boulevard) | 150
Facility
150
DE AVG
101
Rank
#9 / 71 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
DE AVG
40
Rank
#38 / 108 | Studio / Companion Rooms | Tawana T. Fick | Cynthia Hildebrand-Cashdollar |
| The Lorelton | MC AL HOS RC | Wilmington (The Flats) | 99
Facility
99
DE AVG
101
Rank
#38 / 71 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
DE AVG
40
Rank
#4 / 108 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | David Parkinson - Ed | Jocelyn Dill |
| Westminster Village Assisted Living | MC AL HOS IL NH RC SNF | Dover (The Hamlet) | 99
Facility
99
DE AVG
101
Rank
#38 / 71 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
DE AVG
40
Rank
#60 / 108 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | Wendy Nerad - Ed | Lori Clemmons |
| The Lodge at Historic Lewes | MC AL IL RC | Lewes | 122
Facility
122
DE AVG
101
Rank
#23 / 71 | No |
36
Facility
36
DE AVG
40
Rank
#56 / 108 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private / Private Room | Dean Reid - Ed | Miesha-Gaye Walters |
| Willowbrooke Court at Country House | MC AL HOS IL NH PC SNF | Wilmington | 48
Facility
48
DE AVG
101
Rank
#63 / 71 | No |
4
Facility
4
DE AVG
40
Rank
#99 / 108 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Jennifer Greenwalt | Shannon Donovan Pizzollo |
| Brandywine Fenwick Island | MC AL RC | Selbyville (Arrington Drive) | 125
Facility
125
DE AVG
101
Rank
#22 / 71 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
DE AVG
40
Rank
#40 / 108 | Studio / 1 Bed | B. Eileen Bennett - Ed | Courtney Smith |
| State Street Assisted Living | MC AL | Dover | 98
Facility
98
DE AVG
101
Rank
#40 / 71 | Yes |
69
Facility
69
DE AVG
40
Rank
#17 / 108 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Cheryl Hollis | Marquia Tilghman |
| The Vero at Newark | MC AL RC | Newark | 136
Facility
136
DE AVG
101
Rank
#15 / 71 | No |
45
Facility
45
DE AVG
40
Rank
#45 / 108 | - | Nicole Sokolwska | Jessica Kuhl |
With a capacity of 56 residents, Country Rest Home is a nursing home in Greenwood, Delaware, offering nursing care, rehabilitation services, and respite care. Private and semi-private accommodations are also offered in a single-story setting. Operating at approximately 93% occupancy, the community supports older adults with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants available 24 hours a day.
In addition to daily care, residents have access to on-site physician coverage on a 24-hour on-call basis, as well as physical and occupational therapy services for those who need rehabilitation. Pharmacy services, laboratory and X-ray access, and transportation to medical appointments are also provided, along with laundry service, a beauty shop, and organized activities that encourage resident and family participation in care planning. Although the rural location on Sunset Lane is car-dependent, transportation assistance helps residents attend healthcare visits and other essential appointments.
Throughout its decade of operation, earlier findings focused on care planning and resident safety practices, while a follow-up survey confirmed substantial compliance after corrective actions were completed.
Meadowcrest at 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.
Home Instead Senior Care in Dover takes pride in providing comprehensive services for home care living. With a deep understanding of the diverse needs of seniors, they go above and beyond to ensure that each individual receives the highest level of care and support. The professional and compassionate staff helps seniors stay engaged with the tailor-made backing from professional caregivers to keep them safe at home.
Their professional caregivers immerse themselves wherever home is to assist with everyday activities of daily living and build a lasting relationship with you and your family. Their mission is to provide a care plan personalized to your family’s needs to bring comfort, connection, and quality of life to the place they love the most without leaving their home. Services include ADLs, specialized memory care activities, home-cooked meals served, and engaging programs.
Affiliated with the Inspirit Senior Living network, Milford Place is an assisted living community in the North Shores neighborhood of Milford, Delaware, about 1.5 miles from downtown. The community offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care, allowing residents to transition between levels of support if their needs change over time. As part of a larger senior living organization, Milford Place benefits from shared resources and operating standards.
The community is home to 85 residents. It has been serving the Milford area for about a year, making it one of the newer assisted living communities nearby. Brenda Negron serves as the administrator, while Joseph Spigone oversees clinical care as director of nursing.
Memory care is a central part of the community’s services. A dedicated memory care program is designed around the cognitive needs of residents living with memory loss, alongside the community’s assisted living services. Daily life also encourages residents to build friendships and social connections, which can help new residents feel more comfortable and engaged.
The area has a Walk Score of 18, which is car-dependent. Most errands and outings require a vehicle. Families considering Milford Place may want to keep that tradeoff in mind when planning visits or outings with a loved one.
At 151 beds on South Dupont Boulevard, Pinnacle Rehabilitation & Health Center serves one of the broader care mandates you’ll find in Smyrna: nursing home and assisted living, yes, but also respite and hospice. The facility is running at 88.2% occupancy with 135 residents, which puts it in active, well-used territory rather than somewhere still finding its footing.
The average stay is about 90 days. That figure sits at the intersection of short-term rehab and longer-term care, reflecting the range of residents actually present: some here to recover and leave, some here to stay. Total nursing coverage comes to 4 hours and 3 minutes per resident per day. Residents have a structured seat at the table through an active resident council that meets regularly on care quality and facility policies.
Payment options cover Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. For families managing a post-acute Medicare benefit or planning for Medicaid coverage over a longer stay, that range matters practically.
The neighborhood is car-dependent. Walk Score 24 means visiting family will drive, and most surrounding errands require a vehicle.
Pinnacle fits the profile of a facility carrying both a rehabilitation caseload and a longer-term resident population, with the payment flexibility to accommodate both. The staffing figures and breadth of care types suggest it’s built for range rather than specialization.
Offering skilled nursing, post-acute rehabilitation, and specialized care across multiple service lines, Churchman Village is a 101-bed nursing home in Newark, Delaware. It welcomes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, offering families flexible coverage routes. The facility specializes in post-operative, post-illness, and post-injury rehabilitation, alongside memory care for occupants with dementia and palliative and hospice services for those approaching end-of-life care.
Staffing support is central to Churchman Village’s model. Daily nursing care totals 3 hours 43 minutes per resident, with registered nurses spending 42 minutes per day, nurse aides 2 hours 4 minutes, and LPNs/LVNs contributing 57 minutes. This diligent support is complemented by on-site physical therapy to aid recovery and mobility. The home maintains an on-site gym equipped with ultrasound and diathermy, letting residents pursue customized rehabilitation plans without leaving the building. Beyond clinical care, Churchman Village maintains cutting-edge security systems and organizes social activities and events to promote connection and engagement. The three-story building has strong local demand running at 89.6 percent occupancy. Its Newark location is in a somewhat walkable neighborhood where some nearby services are reachable on foot, though most visits involve a short drive. The average stay of 73 days reflects a population mixing short-term post-acute occupants with those on longer rehabilitation stays.
Lodge Lane Assisted Living at 1221 Lodge Ln in Wilmington, Delaware, offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. It sits about two miles from Christiana Care Health System, which puts hospital care within easy reach for residents and visiting families. The 60-bed, two-story community currently in its first year of operation has studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom housing options.
The community is administered by Felisha Marcus Alderson, with Tiffany V.R. Hammond serving as nursing director. Both lead the daily care and clinical oversight for occupants across the assisted living, memory care, and respite care programs. Residents can access on-site dermatology, podiatry, dental, and salon services, reducing the number of outside appointments families must coordinate. Therapy services exist on-site to support residents’ functionality and mobility. Everyday life is anchored by housekeeping and linen service, and the community offers transportation services alongside weekly off-site activity trips to help occupants engage outside the building. Fitness and recreation programming rounds out the daily offerings, and the community allows pets. Lodge Lane sits in a car-dependent part of Wilmington, with a Walk Score of 19, so most errands and outings demand a drive. Families and staff planning to frequent should expect to rely on a car for most trips to and from the community.
Serving older adults in Milford, Delaware, Milford Center provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services within a 136-bed community operated by Genesis De Holdings LLC. The community is overseen by Administrator John Byrd and Director of Nursing Beth Poehouseman and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents.
Rehabilitation and clinical care are central to daily operations. Moreover, physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available on-site. Additional services also include wound care, pain management, dementia support, and colostomy care, along with physicians, nurse practitioners, and medical directors who contribute to residents’ care and are available on call when needed.
The community supports both short-term recovery and longer-term care needs, with residents staying an average of 125 days. Nursing services average approximately 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident each day, including care provided by registered nurses and other licensed staff. Occupancy remains around 65% across the community’s licensed beds.
Situated in a somewhat walkable part of Milford, the area offers access to a limited number of nearby destinations on foot.
Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance is a nursing home in Millsboro, Delaware, with 130 beds. It is located on John J Williams Highway, which is near many services and amenities. This newly opened facility strongly focuses on post-acute rehabilitation. The home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families multiple ways to access care after hospitalization or surgery.
The facility mainly offers rehabilitation services and full nursing care. Total nursing staffing averages nearly 4 hours per resident on a daily basis. This robust daily support is best for residents recovering from acute health events. Residents also get 24-hour staffing and structured programs in rehabilitation, nursing, dietary services, and care transitions to help prepare and move smoothly back to independent or lower-level care.
The facility’s current occupancy is 82%, with an average length of stay of around 75 days, which is enough time for residents to progress through short-term recovery.
Dishes feature fresh, seasonal ingredients in chef-inspired, nutritious entrees. These are served restaurant-style with multiple options to accommodate residents’ preferences.
Based on the inspections, staffing levels, and resident protection protocols, the facility needs to improve in these areas. Families evaluating placement should tour the facility and ask about current operational practices and staffing management.
Located in Panama City, Panama, Insignia Panama is an assisted living community that provides assistance with activities of daily living and a specialized memory care program. With a relatively walkable setting, the community has earned a Walk Score of 46, requiring residents to access most errands by transportation. Medication management, fall prevention, and a specialized Seasons program for those with cognitive conditions are offered to meet residents’ needs. Certified nurses also provide care 24/7 on-site, while the community coordinates with specialists for residents’ medical appointments.
Group and individual activities are conducted seven days a week, focusing on residents’ physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Dedicated areas for memory care are available, as well as controlled access and an emergency call system to ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Its neighborhood in Panama City also provides easy access to public transportation and a variety of dining options. This assisted living community promotes an improved approach to care for senior living in Panama, providing older adults with access to personalized care.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 Memory Care 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.
Does Delaware Medicaid cover memory care?
Delaware Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 54 memory care communities in Delaware. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.













