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Governor Bacon Health Center

248 Colter Rd, Delaware City, DE 19706, United States
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13.8 miles from city center
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Governor Bacon Health Center, nestled in the charming Delaware city, offers an  abode for senior adults with an array of exceptional services. Providing round-the-clock skilled medical care, the center ensures the well-being and comfort of its residents at all times. As one of the larger care facilities, the home employs a dedicated staff available 24/7 to cater to the unique needs of each resident.

Delighting the seniors, the facility boasts a variety of engaging activities and serves delicious home-cooked meals, creating a vibrant and enjoyable living experience. Emphasizing the holistic well-being of its residents, the center offers diverse programs such as music therapy, pet therapy, and outdoor excursions, enriching their lives with joy and companionship. In addition to a focus on comfort and social engagement, the facility provides essential health-related services, including radiation therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. Pharmaceutical services and expert medication management are also available, ensuring that residents receive the best possible care for their individual health needs.

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What does this place offer?

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options Private Rooms
Building Type 3-story

Amenities

Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation

Type of Care Available

Independent Living Assisted Living
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly and Disabled Waiver
Delaware Medicaid E&D Waiver
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
  • DE Specifics: Small state, faster processing in some areas.
  • Services: 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)
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Delaware resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • DE Specifics: Limited slots; rural focus.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific areas (e.g., New Castle County); few providers.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Delaware Medicare Savings Program
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; broader limits than some states.
  • Services: Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20% of services).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Delaware SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Delaware resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • DE Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~400 slots/year.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

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Delaware Medicaid E&D Waiver

Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
  • DE Specifics: Small state, faster processing in some areas.
Benefits
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home modifications.
DE Caregiver Support (NFCSP)

Delaware Caregiver Support Program

Eligibility
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Delaware resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • DE Specifics: Limited slots; rural focus.
Benefits
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Delaware Medicaid PACE

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

Eligibility
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific areas (e.g., New Castle County); few providers.
Benefits
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Delaware Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; broader limits than some states.
Benefits
  • Services: Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20% of services).
Delaware SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Delaware resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • DE Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~400 slots/year.
Benefits
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
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