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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bennum, DE

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If your loved one needs memory care in Bennum, A Place for Mom can help. With 31 memory care facilities in Bennum, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Bennum incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Bennum memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Bennum, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Pilottown, Lewes Beach and York Beach.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bethany Beach, Lewes and Rehoboth Beach.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Noble Senior Living at Bridgeton Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level of...
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Cost of memory care in Bennum, DE

The average cost of senior living in Bennum is $5,861 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dewey Beach, DE with an average of $5,692 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bennum, DE vs. nearby cities

Bennum, DE
$5,914/mo
$5,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bennum, DE vs. the state and national average

Bennum, DE
$5,914/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bennum vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,914/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Bennum, DE by room type

Semi-Private
$5,875/mo
Studio
$6,291/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,547/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,676/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,175/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Bennum over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Bennum

Recent reviews for memory care in Bennum

Brookdale Dover

5.0
Mom enjoys her “stay” at Brookdale and tells me how nice everyone is . She enjoys putting puzzles together with her friend and playing bingo. Whenever I am there for mealtime the food always looks and smells great.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview

4.4
The administration was very good and they run Autumn Lake with a loving, caring attitude and keep a close eye on all of the residents. Communication with the family is very good. The meals are decent. They serve a very nice breakfast. I would recommend Autumn Lake to others.

Gull Creek Senior Living Community in Berlin, MD

5.0
[Removed], the new director, has been a breath of fresh air. Her best two qualities are 1). Caring sincerely for the residents 2) listening to suggestions. She is a proactive leader!

Bennum review score based on 161 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 161 reviews of 28 Bennum memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bennum review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Bennum review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Bennum, DE28 facilities
8.5
Georgetown, DE7 facilities
8.5
Milton, DE33 facilities

Review subcategories for Bennum memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 161 reviews of 28 Bennum memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Bennum resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Bennum, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Bennum memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bennum memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bennum, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Bennum memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Bennum that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bennum, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bennum memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bennum Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bennum, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.4%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bennum memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bennum partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bennum, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bennum memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bennum communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bennum, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.4%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bennum memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Bennum offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bennum, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
53.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.9%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
60.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
46.4%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Cape May, Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton and Peregrine Salisbury are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bennum, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 31 memory care facilities near Bennum, Delaware. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Bennum, Delaware are Peregrine Salisbury and Milford Place. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 31 memory care facilities near you in Bennum, Delaware typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bennum, Delaware, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Bennum, Delaware, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Bennum, Delaware ranges from $2650 to $10494. The average Memory Care cost in Bennum, Delaware is $5,861. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Bennum, Delaware typically starts at $2650. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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