Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
The Vero in Newark
The Vero in Newark is a 136-bed community delivering assisted living, independent living, and memory care services in a three-story building at 924 Barksdale Road in Newark, Delaware. It provides occupants with flexible housing options: studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to match individual needs and preferences.
The neighborhood offers moderate walkability with a Walk Score of 57, implying some walkable errands, with most activities and services needing transportation. The home bolsters residents with transportation services and maintains fitness and recreation amenities to encourage active engagement. The community welcomes pets, a feature that many residents cherish for companionship and keeping a connection to beloved animals during their senior years. Directed by Jessica Kuhl, the nursing team supports occupants across three distinct care levels in one community. This integrated approach lets families access appropriate care without requiring a move as needs change. The building’s three-story layout creates distinct neighborhoods while maintaining a manageable overall scale that fosters community connection and personalized attention.
It’s encouraged that prospective residents and families schedule a tour to personally experience the community, meet staff, and learn more about daily life, dining options, activities, and the full set of services present across the three care levels.
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Pricing & Financial Information
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The Vero in Newark is administered by Nicole Sokolwska.
- Bistro / café on site.
- Multiple dining venues.
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1.4 miles from city center
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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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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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.
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Name of the director of nursing on record, when the state publishes this field.
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| The Pointe at South Harmony Lodge and Place | AL IL MC | Newark | 52
Facility
52
DE AVG
82
Rank
#28 / 39 | Yes |
67
Facility
67
DE AVG
41
Rank
#8 / 47 | Studio | Regina Romano - Ed | Hesdie Josias |
| The Vero in Newark | AL IL MC | Newark | 136
Facility
136
DE AVG
82
Rank
#2 / 39 | Yes |
57
Facility
57
DE AVG
41
Rank
#12 / 47 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Nicole Sokolwska | Jessica Kuhl |
| Encore at Parkside | AL IL NH SNF | Newark | 28
Facility
28
DE AVG
82
Rank
#37 / 39 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
DE AVG
41
Rank
#26 / 47 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Studio | Ed Burleigh - Interim Admin | Christina Hushen - Interim |
| The Vero at Newark | AL MC RC | Newark | 136
Facility
136
DE AVG
82
Rank
#2 / 39 | No |
45
Facility
45
DE AVG
41
Rank
#20 / 47 | - | Nicole Sokolwska | Jessica Kuhl |
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Programs that may help with care and living costs in Delaware
The Vero in Newark is in Newark, Delaware. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.
Diamond State Health Plan Plus (DSHP Plus)
Delaware Diamond State Health Plan Plus (DSHP Plus)
- Income limit
- 2026 · The LTC standard is 250% of SSI, equal to $2,485/month for an individual in 2026; a qualifying income trust may be relevant above the limit.
- Asset limit
- Individual countable assets generally cannot exceed $2,000; applicants with a spouse require separate spousal-protection assessment.
Eligibility
- General
- Delaware residents meeting Medicaid long-term-care and functional criteria; current services are administered through Diamond State Health Plan Plus.
- DE specifics
- Long-term-care services are administered through Diamond State Health Plan Plus managed care.
What it provides
- Assessed long-term-care services through DSHP Plus including home/community support; care management; respite and eligible residential services.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Delaware Medicare Savings Program
- Who it is for
- Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing
- Income limit
- 2026 · 2026 monthly countable-income limits (single/couple): QMB $1,330/$1,804; SLMB $1,596/$2,164; QI $1,796/$2,435. Disregards may affect countable income.
- Asset limit
- Delaware does not use an MSP asset test.
Eligibility
- General
- Delaware residents entitled to Medicare Part A and meeting the applicable Medicare Savings Program rules.
- DE specifics
- QMB, SLMB and QI have different coverage; DMMA determines countable income and category eligibility.
What it provides
- QMB pays eligible Medicare premiums and cost sharing; SLMB and QI pay the Part B premium.




