Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Wilmington, DE

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 memory care providers in Wilmington, DE using DE Dept. of Health & Social Services (DHSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in DE
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
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.
Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Wilmington (Wawaset Heights)
150
Facility 150
DE AVG 99
Rank #4 / 45
No
77
Facility 77
DE AVG 42
Rank #6 / 50
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Arden Courts of Wilmington
MC
NH
RC
Wilmington
56
Facility 56
DE AVG 99
Rank #35 / 45
No
29
Facility 29
DE AVG 42
Rank #35 / 50
-Sabrina RichmondOlena Georges
Arden Courts – Wilmington
MC
RC
Wilmington
56
Facility 56
DE AVG 99
Rank #35 / 45
No
19
Facility 19
DE AVG 42
Rank #41 / 50
-Sabrina RichmondOlena Georges
Oakbridge Terrace at Country House
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Wilmington
40
Facility 40
DE AVG 99
Rank #44 / 45
No
3
Facility 3
DE AVG 42
Rank #50 / 50
-Jennifer GreenwaltJamie Jones
Ingleside Retirement Apartments
MC
AL
HC
IL
Wilmington (Cool Spring)
-Yes
81
Facility 81
DE AVG 42
Rank #3 / 50
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Overview of Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home, hospice care, memory care, nursing care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Wilmington, DE. Nursing care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort for residents with serious illness or at the end of life, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.

The range of care may be a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time. The community is in the Wawaset Heights neighborhood, and its Walk Score of 77 places the area in the very walkable category, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for care. Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 150 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours 6 minutes per resident per day, representing the nursing time assigned per resident across a day.

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Overview of Arden Courts of 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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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 – Wilmington opened approximately one year ago on Foulk Road in Wilmington, Delaware, a car-dependent neighborhood with a Walk Score of 19. The 56-bed community is operated by ProMedica, administered by Sabrina Richmond, and staffed under the clinical direction of Director of Nursing Olena Georges.

The physical layout reflects the memory care focus directly. Secure walking loops and enclosed courtyards give residents safe outdoor access. Open kitchens and dedicated dining rooms are built into the community’s design. Nursing staff and 24-hour coverage are in place, with medication support included. Rehabilitation services and respite care are available, and structured programming runs every day of the week. Mobility assistance is part of the care model. Pets are not allowed.

As a recently opened ProMedica community, Arden Courts – Wilmington brings a purpose-built memory care environment to the Wilmington market: secured outdoor spaces, consistent daily programming, and round-the-clock staffing in a community designed from the ground up for residents with cognitive conditions. Families looking specifically for memory care or short-term respite placement in the Wilmington area will find the core infrastructure in place.

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Overview of Oakbridge Terrace at Country House

Oakbridge Terrace at Country House in Wilmington, DE offers assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, along with respite care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident remains in their own living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock.

Respite care offers a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. With 40 beds, the community is smaller in scale, giving staff and residents the opportunity to get to know each other. The combination of assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing can suit a resident whose care needs may increase over time without requiring a move to another community.

Rehabilitation services and short term rehab provide therapy during recovery within the same care setting. A fitness center, pool and walking paths offer places for exercise and outdoor walks. Medicare and private pay are accepted: Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while private pay means a family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 22 minutes per resident per day, representing the nursing time available for each resident’s daily care, and Jennifer Greenwalt serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Ingleside Retirement Apartments

Experience the retirement of your dreams at Ingleside Retirement Apartments, an exceptional non-profit community in Wilmington, DE, offering independent living. The community features purposely built and sophisticated studio to two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Light housekeeping and laundry services are also available, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

A jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted, highlighting residents’ interests and capabilities. With a welcoming dining area and in-room meals, residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in their golden years.

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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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Memory Care in Wilmington at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Wilmington, 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: 91The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wilmington, DE. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Wilmington, DE

What is the average cost of memory care in Wilmington, DE?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Wilmington, DE is approximately $5,250. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Wilmington, DE?

Memory care in Wilmington, DE typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Wilmington, DE?

Memory care communities in Wilmington, DE typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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 15 memory care communities in Wilmington, DE. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.