Page 2 of Best Senior Care in Delaware

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 104 senior care communities in DE using DE Dept. of Health & Social Services (DHSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior care in DE
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104 homes
Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Delaware. 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: 101The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Delaware. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Senior Care around Delaware

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
SC
AL
IL
MC
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 BedKristen Binz-PerroneAmy Ironside
Foulk Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
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 BedLeslie Johnson - EdSharvette Law-Philmon
The Center at Eden Hill
SC
NH
SNF
Dover
80
Facility 80
DE AVG 101
Rank #50 / 71
No
48
Facility 48
DE AVG 40
Rank #38 / 108
-Brian J. ZaragozaBessann Murugi Muuo-Wambua
Cardia Healthcare Silverside
SC
HOS
MC
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 BedNichole NolanChannel Etty
Oakbridge Terrace at Country House
SC
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Wilmington
40
Facility 40
DE AVG 101
Rank #66 / 71
No
3
Facility 3
DE AVG 40
Rank #100 / 108
-Jennifer GreenwaltJamie Jones
The Moorings at Lewes Assisted Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
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 MooreLori Dibiase Warrington
Kentmere Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
SC
AL
MC
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- EdDebora Marrero Shackelford
The Vero in Newark
SC
AL
IL
MC
Newark
136
Facility 136
DE AVG 101
Rank #15 / 71
Yes
57
Facility 57
DE AVG 40
Rank #27 / 108
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedNicole SokolwskaJessica Kuhl
Brandywine Seaside Point
SC
AL
MC
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 RoomsTawana T. FickCynthia Hildebrand-Cashdollar
The Lorelton
SC
AL
HOS
MC
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 BedDavid Parkinson - EdJocelyn Dill
Westminster Village Assisted Living
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
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 RoomsWendy Nerad - EdLori Clemmons
The Lodge at Historic Lewes
SC
AL
IL
MC
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 RoomDean Reid - EdMiesha-Gaye Walters
Delaware Veterans Home
SC
NH
SNF
Milford (Delaware Veterans Boulevard)
144
Facility 144
DE AVG 101
Rank #11 / 71
No
3
Facility 3
DE AVG 40
Rank #100 / 108
-Sandy AmakerBrandi Cunningham
Willowbrooke Court at Country House
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
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 BedJennifer GreenwaltShannon Donovan Pizzollo
Shipley Living
SC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Wilmington
17
Facility 17
DE AVG 101
Rank #70 / 71
Yes
13
Facility 13
DE AVG 40
Rank #89 / 108
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedChanel Dale LateefMichael Asika
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Overview of Westminster Village Assisted Living

Nestled on 27 acres in Dover, Westminster Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that offers seniors aged 55 and older the resources they need to lead fulfilling lives beyond retirement. This community introduces Thrive Wellness, a resident-driven approach to senior living that emphasizes six dimensions of wellness. They have exceptional dining options, fitness classes, wellness programs as well as beautiful gardens.

Seniors at Westminster Village have the flexibility to tailor their own experience, with a comprehensive range of senior living services available as needed, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing as well as Rehabilitation.

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Overview of The Lodge at Historic Lewes

Experience a nurturing independent living, assisted living, and memory care experience with The Lodge at Historic Lewes, an idyllic community set in Lewes, DE. Residents here maintain the life they want with access to various levels of care, including personal care assistance and specialized memory care programs. Every accommodation here is equipped with an array of conveniences and easy access to excellent amenities that foster leisure and comfort.

Fun and exciting activities await residents each day to help them stay engaged, mentally stimulated, and active. Meals are always fresh, warm, and personalized to accommodate unique dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents enjoy a life of fun and leisure with access to various care and support whenever they need it.

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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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Overview of Willowbrooke Court at Country House

Willowbrooke Court at Country House is an SNF in Wilmington on Kennett Pike, in a car-dependent area. The home is a newer operation, having been serving for one year, and currently maintains a 48-bed capacity with 31 residents, indicating a 65 percent occupancy rate. The average stay duration is 42 days, signaling a blend of short-term rehabilitation and longer-term residents. Medicare and private pay are accepted to offer families two key routes to cover care. To suit varying preferences and needs, the home offers housing choices of one or two-bed accommodations.

Daily nursing support averages around 4 hours 45 minutes per resident, split among registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses. This level of attentive staffing is a foundation of daily care delivery at Willowbrooke Court at Country House.

State inspections have noted themes for improvement in nursing staff skills, medication management, fall prevention, and service quality.

Families assessing the home may find it beneficial to ask how it’s addressing operational matters and what safeguards are enforced for resident safety.

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Shipley Living

2723 Shipley Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810
Overview of Shipley Living

Shipley Living is a senior living community that houses services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing living options. Awarded as the ‘#1 Best in Customer Satisfaction’ for 4 years in a  row, management practices a results-driven approach to quality senior living. The resident-centered community understands the importance of meaningful relationships and the importance of family, which is why it highly practices a resident-centered approach to holistic wellness for seniors. Shipley Living is where residents thrive and live their best lives possible.

Residents of all housing are provided essential amenities and services that help with day-to-day activities such as concierge services, fitness classes, housekeeping, maintenance, a library, a swimming pool, and a hair salon available in the community.  These are all offered with the thought that residents would want to have a relaxed and stress-free lifestyle.

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Overview of Brandywine Fenwick Island

Situated in the quiet lands of Arrington Drive, Selbyville, DE, Brandywine Fenwick Island is a remarkable senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Live your golden years within the stunning and well-designed residences of Brandywine Fenwick Island, ensuring unmatched relaxation and safety. The community exceeds expectations in providing top-tier care and support for residents to optimize their autonomy.

The community fosters a bright and welcoming environment for seniors to feel a sense of belonging and camaraderie. Enjoy the state-of-the-art spaces of Brandywine Fenwick Island and cherish little moments with friends. Feel good with delicious and healthy meals satisfying dietary needs and tastes. With its elegant amenities and tranquil surroundings, Brandywine Fenwick Island is ideal for an active and well-engaged retirement.

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Overview of State Street Assisted Living

A proud member of Bridge Senior Living, State Street offers premier residential assisted living services. The upscale senior living home boasts a home-like ambiance that creates a beautiful experience for the next home for you or your loved one, making residents feel like they belong. They encourage independence in their residents, which is why they provide a lifestyle based on your terms. Residents can expect an environment that leads to a vibrant and enriching lifestyle created to fit their holistic needs.

State Street is an expansive community offering resort-style living in Auburn. It provides well-designed amenities to help the residents’ needs to remain active– an art studio, library, music room, walking paths, and courtyards, to name a few of the community’s offerings. The well-trained staff on duty tend to your needs– on top of the services they offer: housekeeping and maintenance, cleaning, and transportation, among others.

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Overview of Cadia Rehabilitation Pike Creek

For over two decades, Cadia Healthcare has been dedicated to serving the residents of Delaware, Maryland, and neighboring Pennsylvania communities by providing exceptional rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care services. 
As one of Delmarva’s leading rehabilitation and skilled nursing providers, Cadia Healthcare operates 10 state-of-the-art facilities, boasting a total of 1200+ in-patient beds. Committed to comprehensive care, select locations also offer on-site dialysis and out-patient therapy services, ensuring the well-being and convenience of their valued residents. 

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Overview of Complete Care at Brackenville

Located in the charming town of Hockessin, Delaware, Complete Care at Brackenville is a nursing home community that takes great pride in fostering meaningful relationships with both residents and staff. With the mantra “Complete Care. Caring For You Completely!®,” they offer personalized rehabilitation and long-term care programs, connecting residents with the expertise of exceptional medical professionals to ensure each recovery journey is tailored to individual needs.
With a hands-on approach, they create a warm and loyal environment, making everyone feel like family. Their unwavering commitment revolves around one central goal: providing extraordinary care and compassion to improve the lives of those they serve. 

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Overview of Birchwood at Rodney Court

Ideally situated near ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital in Wilmington, DE, Birchwood at Rodney Court is an inviting community that offers independent living. Those 62+ can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with cozy and specially designed one-bedroom floor plans. The community also ensures residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with on-site maintenance.

Delightful local amenities and recreational spaces surround the area, ensuring residents have plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities. Residents can prepare their meals with convenient apartment features or enjoy a variety of dining options with restaurants nearby. With its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting, residents spend their golden years without hassles.

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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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