Forwood Estates
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Hockessin, DE

Forwood Estates

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Hockessin, DE

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.

(302) 529-1600
Bed community size
40-bed community Rank #68 / 73Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 73 homes in Delaware. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Delaware facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 35 / 100 Rank #61 / 110Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 110 homes in Delaware. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Delaware facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
ExpirationJune 30, 2026
License Number1057

Ownership & Operating Entity

Forwood Estates is administrated by Rawalda Alexis Goring - Ed.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of NursingPauline Mwangi
Director of Nursing Email[email protected]
Administrator Email[email protected]

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Forwood Estates

Forwood Al Model C
Forwood Al Model B
Forwood Al Model A
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Forwood Manor Al Il Studio 0
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Places of interest near Forwood Estates

Address 13.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wilmington's city center to Forwood Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.36 miles to nearest hospital (Foulkstone Medical Pavillion)

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The information below is reported by the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Health Care Quality.

Brookdale Hockessin
AL
Hockessin (Loveville)
66
Facility 66
DE AVG 102
Rank #56 / 73
Yes
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Facility 17
DE AVG 40
Rank #87 / 110
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed A+ Crystal Manchin - Ed Olena Georges
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MC
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49
Facility 49
DE AVG 102
Rank #63 / 73
Yes
12
Facility 12
DE AVG 40
Rank #91 / 110
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed A+ Kristen Binz-Perrone Amy Ironside
Forwood Estates
AL
IL
Wilmington
40
Facility 40
DE AVG 102
Rank #68 / 73
Yes
35
Facility 35
DE AVG 40
Rank #61 / 110
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed - Rawalda Alexis Goring - Ed Pauline Mwangi

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Delaware

Forwood Estates is located in Wilmington, Delaware.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Delaware.

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Delaware Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Delaware resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Small state, faster processing in some areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home modifications

Delaware Caregiver Support Program

DE Caregiver Support (NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Delaware resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
DE

Limited slots; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Delaware Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Delaware resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
DE

Limited to specific areas (e.g., New Castle County); few providers.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Delaware Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Delaware resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual, adjusted annually.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
DE

Three tiers; broader limits than some states.

Benefits
Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20% of services)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forwood Estates

Who is the Director of Nursing at Forwood Estates?

Pauline Mwangi is the Director of Nursing at Forwood Estates.

Is Forwood Estates in a walkable area?

Forwood Estates has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Forwood Estates?

According to DE state health department records, Forwood Estates's license number is 1057.

When does Forwood Estates's license expire?

According to DE state health department records, Forwood Estates's license expires on June 30, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Forwood Estates?

Rawalda Alexis Goring - ED is the administrator of Forwood Estates.

How many beds does Forwood Estates have?

Forwood Estates has 40 beds.

Are there photos of Forwood Estates?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Forwood Estates in the photo gallery on this page.

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