Page 9 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 Harrison House of Georgetown

In the picturesque Georgetown, Delaware, Harrison House of Georgetown stands as a beacon of advanced therapeutic services catering to the needs of residents from eastern Connecticut to western New York. Evoking the tranquility of a farmhouse along the Eastern shore, this senior living community provides a serene backdrop for residents on their journey to regaining functionality. With 24-hour skilled nursing care, an on-site physician, and a dedicated Medical Director, Harrison House of Georgetown places the well-being and rehabilitation of its residents at the forefront of its commitment. Harrison House of Georgetown has been a bastion of 24-hour care for over three decades, overseen by licensed skilled nurses and compassionate caregivers. The private and semi-private rooms, recently revitalized, offer views of landscaped grounds or meticulously designed gardens, providing a rejuvenating environment for residents.

The campus boasts conveniences to streamline daily tasks, including a barber and beauty salon, restaurant-style dining, a private guest dining room, religious services, and transportation services. Whether requiring short-term or long-term skilled nursing care, Harrison House of Georgetown ensures residents receive superior attention and care from a highly-trained staff. The on-site rehab gym, featuring an Activities of Daily Living (ADL) suite, empowers residents for a triumphant return home by practicing essential daily activities such as dressing, self-feeding, laundry, meal preparation, and bathing. Collaborating closely with each resident, occupational therapists instill confidence and comfort in performing these vital skills. The impeccably maintained gardens and expansive porch area beckon residents and their families to unwind on comfortable rocking chairs. In the recently renovated services area, a dedicated team of tenured skilled nurses and therapists tirelessly collaborate to guide each individual toward achieving and sustaining their highest level of independence.

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MOT Senior Center Inc.

300 S Scott St, Middletown, DE 19709
Overview of Mot Senior Center

Middletown Odessa Townsend Senior Center is a vibrant non-residential community center in Middletown, DE, that offers a variety of services for those 50+. The community promotes a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring that older adults can feel a sense of belonging during their stay. Recreational programs, employment services, and nutritional information are offered for older adults’ well-being. With its dedication to enriching older adults’ living experiences, the community strives to provide services that improve their mood and physical wellness.

Memory class, bingo, and arts and crafts are just some of the community’s many activities tailored to older adults’ interests and capabilities. An art room, an exercise room, and a large dining room are also available for rent, offering older adults and families a place to celebrate special moments together. Surrounded by local amenities in Middletown, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This senior community center is a trusted choice for older adults in Delaware, especially with its wide range of activities and services.

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Overview of Forwood Manor

Operated by Sinceri Senior Living, Forwood Estates is a 40-bed assisted living and independent living community on Marsh Rd about five miles from the city center in Wilmington, Delaware. It supplies respite care, giving families a short-term option and longer-term living arrangements. Rawalda Alexis Goring serves as administrator and Pauline Mwangi as nursing director.

The three-story community has studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom housing options, so occupants can choose a layout that fits their needs. Open for about a year, it’s a newer addition to the area. Daily life includes housekeeping, physical therapy, and exercise programs, plus a full calendar of social events and recreational activities to engage residents. They can access a beauty and hair salon, a library, and a 24-hour concierge service. Dining is restaurant-style, not a fixed cafeteria schedule. Transportation services exist for errands and appointments, and the community welcomes pets, beneficial for occupants who don’t want to leave a companion animal. The somewhat walkable surrounding area has a Walk Score of 35, so a few nearby errands can be finished on foot. Most trips, however, need a car or the community’s transportation service.

Asking about current room availability and pricing may be necessary for families considering Forwood Estates.

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Overview of Peach Tree Health Group

Focused on rehabilitation services and structured daytime support through day habilitation programming, Peach Tree Health Group is a 96-bed residential community. It’s designed around a model that gathers residents through shared spaces and activities while maintaining private, accessible accommodations for those needing active therapeutic services and care. Living spaces have apartment-style and dorm-style rooms, allowing flexibility depending on residents’ preferences and needs. Each room has a private bathroom and is wheelchair-accessible, with showers built for safe, independent, or assisted bathing. Residents also have kitchenettes in their rooms, giving them the option to prepare light meals or keep beverages and snacks nearby. This mix of accessibility and personal space makes the home workable for people with varying mobility and independence levels.

The heart of daily life at the facility is the Great Room, where residents come together for family-style meals. This dining approach, eating together and not alone, creates a social, community-centered ambiance. Family-style service also tends to promote conversation and connection across the day. Beyond the dining area, the community includes comfortable common spaces where residents can sit, socialize, and spend time together. An enclosed porch is for additional gathering and outdoor access without weather worries. Meanwhile, practical amenities bolster daily functioning. Two laundry rooms exist on-site, lessening the burden of laundry management for residents and families. The wheelchair-accessible design throughout the spaces, combined with the kitchenettes and private bathrooms, implies that accessibility is not a luxury but a necessity for lots of residents. From a location standpoint, the facility rates 25 on the Walk Score scale, meaning some nearby services and destinations may be within walking distance, but most trips and errands demand transportation. Families and residents should then plan for a car-dependent setting, though a few conveniences may be accessed on foot. Peach Tree Health Group’s emphasis on rehabilitation services and day habilitation shows a community structured around active therapeutic and developmental support instead of purely custodial care. Such a focus shapes the environment. Residents are anticipated to join meaningful activities and programming as part of their daily experience.

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Overview of Excelcare at Lewes

Serving residents needing skilled nursing care, post-acute rehabilitation, or longer-term support, Excelcare at Lewes is a 179-bed nursing home in Lewes, Delaware. Administered by Lisa Sierer, the facility is led by Director of Nursing Amy Lynn Brockson. It takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families numerous coverage choices. The facility is found on Ocean View Boulevard in a somewhat walkable neighborhood (Walk Score 65) where some daily errands can be finished on foot.

Excelcare at Lewes delivers comprehensive rehabilitation and specialized services, including on-site rehabilitation programs, respite care, and palliative care, alongside its dedicated Alzheimer’s and dementia unit for residents with memory loss. A physician is on staff, and the facility offers 24-hour nursing coverage. Total nursing care averages 4 hours 15 minutes per resident day, with registered nurses (29 minutes per day), licensed practical nurses (55 minutes a day), and certified nurse aides (2 hours 12 minutes per day) forming the daily staffing. A registered dietitian supervises nutrition plans to bolster all residents’ health needs. The average stay duration is 108 days, indicating the facility’s focus on post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term care. With 124 residents in the 179-bed community, the current occupancy is at 69 percent.

State inspections have marked concerns in resident safety protocols, infection control procedures, clinical documentation accuracy, and medication management practices over Excelcare at Lewes’s regulatory history.

To arrange a tour and discuss current services, room options, and care planning, families contemplating the facility can community directly.

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Overview of New Castle Health & Rehabilitation Center

New Castle Health & Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home that not only meets but exceeds the expectations of families who place their trust in its care. With a person-centered approach, this center is wholeheartedly committed to supporting the wellness goals of seniors, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care. Offering skilled nursing services, senior rehabilitation, and long-term care, each aspect is thoughtfully customized to cater to the unique needs of every individual resident.

Beyond providing exceptional care, this home in Delaware also offers a plethora of opportunities for new experiences and skill development, empowering seniors to embrace life to the fullest. Families can rest assured that their loved ones are in reliable and caring hands, making this center a place they can truly count on for providing compassionate and top-tier care to the seniors who call it home.

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Overview of Newark Manor Nursing Home

Newark Manor Nursing Home is a 67-bed skilled nursing facility located at 254 West Main Street in Newark, Delaware. The home currently serves 58 residents, maintaining an 87 percent occupancy rate. The surrounding New Castle County neighborhood carries a walkability score of 44 out of 100, which indicates a car-dependent area where some basic errands can be handled on foot, but most trips require transportation. The facility accepts individuals needing long-term clinical supervision as well as short-term rehabilitative nursing care.

The nursing team averages 4 hours and 36 minutes of total direct care per resident each day. This time breakdown includes 27 minutes of registered nurse coverage, 27 minutes of LPN/LVN time, and 2 hours and 25 minutes of certified nurse aide support daily. On the regulatory front, Delaware state health inspections have noted historical deficiencies involving neglect prevention, physician communication, resident supervision, abuse prevention, dietary support, infection control, and record confidentiality.

Families can call the admissions coordinator to discuss current bed availability, medical eligibility criteria, or specific therapy schedules. Booking an appointment provides an opportunity to evaluate the nursing structure, tour the living spaces, and speak directly with the administration about how they handle daily safety protocols and staff oversight.

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Overview of Village of Barrett‘s Run

Have the finest retirement experience with the renowned senior living community of Village of Barrett’s Run in North Barrett Lane, Newark, DE, providing independent living. With an array of cozy and sophisticated residences ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedroom floor plans, seniors have the freedom to choose the residence that best matches their preferences. Live life to the fullest with various amenities in the Village of Barrett’s Run.

The community is ideally located near local amenities and recreation sites for residents to enjoy the outdoors. Village of Barrett’s Run is ideal for seniors looking to downsize in retirement and make every moment count. Amenities include a business center, a fireplace in the community room, a coffee bar, and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Overview of Delmar Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

With a 75 percent occupancy rate, Delmar Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is an SNF in Delmar, New York, located on Delaware Avenue in an average walkable neighborhood where some daily errands are reachable on foot. The home operates a 109-bed community that currently serves 82 residents. It spotlights rehabilitation as a main part of its mission, offering short-term post-acute rehab and long-term nursing care for residents requiring continuous skilled nursing support.

Staffing is a full-service nursing operation with registered nurses available for 50 minutes per resident day, nurse aides providing 2 hours 22 minutes of direct care daily, and licensed practical nurses or licensed vocational nurses present for 29 minutes a day. Such a level of staffing supports the facility’s ability to handle residents recuperating from illness, surgery, or hospitalization, plus those requiring longer-term care. While the facility’s location offers reasonable access to the surrounding Delmar community, families visiting should know that most errands and appointments likely need a quick drive.

Overseeing the facility’s compliance is the New York Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care. State inspection records show the home has achieved substantial compliance in recent surveys. Over time, the home has worked to solidify practices in emergency preparedness training, resident assessment accuracy, food safety operations, and direct care staffing level consistency.

Delmar Nursing and Rehabilitation Center’s focus on rehabilitation services makes it a grounded choice for those needing skilled nursing care during recovery from acute illness or injury, plus for longer-term residents who require active medical and nursing support.

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Overview of Serenity Gardens Assisted Living

Serenity Gardens Assisted Living is a peaceful haven nestled in the serene landscapes of Middletown, Delaware. They offer a comprehensive range of services, such as respite care, recuperative care, and long-term options, with a special focus on memory care. As a Medicaid and Medicare-approved facility, they strive to make quality care accessible to all.

The community is sprawled across 3.6 acres of beautiful land, providing the perfect backdrop for a relaxed and comforting lifestyle. With many amenities, including balconies, elevators, and inviting patios or courtyards, every detail is thoughtfully designed to enhance the living experience. They prioritize accessibility, offering wheelchair access and therapy services to meet individual needs. Their convenient transportation services and round-the-clock staff availability provide a sense of security and convenience for residents and their families.

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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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