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If your loved one needs memory care in Delaware, A Place for Mom can help. With 595 memory care facilities in Delaware, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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The staff was beyond helpful [names removed] truly went above and beyond. They were patient and available to answer our questions. They spoke to my Mom with love and respect to help support her making this...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Here you’ll never stop growing.Here at our assisted living community just outside of Trenton, New Jersey, you can build new friendships and redefine your independence.  So go ahead and take that art class or join your new friends for bingo. We’ll take care of the rest so you can focus on fun...
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Can’t rave enough about the care my loved one receives at Fox Trail. [name removed]and staff take care of his every need. Facility is immaculate. Meals are well prepared. Activities and entertainment are...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Green Brook is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive...
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My question mark for quality if care is because she hasn't needed any personal additional care beyond housekeeping. Medium score on admin is because there has been a massive turnover in admin personnel since...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Mattison Crossing, an assisted living community, provides a full range of services that promote the optimum level of comfort, security and a home like environment. Mattison Crossing offers a variety of apartments to fit your individual lifestyle. All apartments are equipped with sprinklers and...
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They're caring people doing the best they can with limited resources. The chief resident complaints are food choices & lack of transportation.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Hayes Manor is a licensed non- profit, non -sectarian independent and personal care home, located in the Wynnefield section of Philadelphia. We are an old Victorian building, nestled on 10 acres, next to the Bala Golf Club. We are located just a few blocks away from City Line Avenue. We have...
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The head nurse, Marvin, is wonderful. He is very attentive and always available if needed. The activities staff is very patient with the memory care residents. They engage and encourage them to participate...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Features and Amenities:Private Rooms with Private ShowersClinical Programs designed with a Person-Directed ApproachState-of-the-Art Rehabilitation Therapy:Aquatic Therapy Pool with underwater treadmillActivities of Daily Living (ADL) SuitePhysical, Occupational, & Speech Therapy7 days per...
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Staff are unreal amazing! Greet residents by name wherever they are in building, very attentive, never ever seem bothered or annoyed are very kind safety conscious and will give everyone undivided attention...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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Home town setting the staff is nice and helpful the always there when need help they call when something is going on affordable lot better then a nurse if home residents are nice. For the money a good deal...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
From the moment you walk in our door you will want to call Liza's House Home.  Liza's House has a  warm and friendly environment that offers supervision and assistance with activities of daily living while encouraging our Residents to maintain or regain their functional abilities. ...
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My mom, myself, and everyone who visited had all great things to say about it. Even after my mom was in Reflections, we could take her to other areas of the facility and enjoy the patios, game room , or pub...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Mercer Hill offers upscale senior living near Philadelphia in Doylestown, PA. The community boasts a suburban setting, conveniently located off the Hwy 202 interchange. It is ideal for seniors seeking an active lifestyle and the best life has to offer.
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It is a good place could use some more cleaning and better rooms. They do care about the patients and very nice to them. They are on top of most things. I am not to sure on the games and could use some...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Caring, homelike, family-focused.' These are just a few of the words that residents and their loved ones have used to describe Pickering Manor, a non-profit, 5-Star facility with a 50+ year history of excellent care for seniors. Located just blocks from historic Newtown Borough in Bucks County,...
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My grandma was there and I was very pleased. My grandma was pleased as well. The staff/owners go above and beyond for the residents....
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Hunterdon HillsThe Hunterdon Hills assisted living community is located in the quaint community of Glen Gardner, NJ. When looking for a community that is encompassed by natural beauty, then Glen Gardner is what you need. There are a number of golf courses and nature trails in the Glen Gardner...
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Photo of Brandywine Senior Living at Princeton
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My mother has been here for over a ½ year and loves it! I could go on-and-on about how wonderful this place is. The Activities Dept. is spectacular! And when you live in a place like this, you need an...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Assisted Living offers furnished or unfurnished studio, one and two bedroom apartments with full kitchenettes and private bathrooms. One monthly fee includes three meals daily, snacks available all day, utilities, telephone, cable TV, housekeeping, linen service, emergency response pendant,...
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The Village at Lifequest is a beautiful new facility ,both building and grounds are kept clean and well maintained. They're are plenty of activities scheduled every day and they're staff is great. Only small...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
ABOUT THE VILLAGEThe Village at LifeQuest is a licensed Assisted Living community located in suburban Quakertown on 220 acres of property being developed to serve multiple uses. We share the property with LifeQuest Nursing Center, LifeSpan Child Daycare and the newly constructed St. Luke’s...
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It's small clean and friendly but it s definitely not for those suffering things like dementia. The medical aspect is their weakest link.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Paradise Manor is a personal care home dedicated to assisted residents with physical, mental and emotional needs. We provide a comfortable environment that encourages independent living. The skilled staff provides around the clock personal care with dignity and respect.
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No problems, and they have gone above and beyond. The staff is great, they call in advance, any changes and they are calling me. It can be multiple calls daily, very clean. Their staff is on top of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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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.
Graceland Gardens is a new cutting-edge concept in Assisted Living providing a true homelike environment in the newly built 23 suite ranch style mansion. Graceland Gardens offers bright, inviting one and two resident suites. Each suite is spacious, allowing plenty of room for the "personal...
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The entire staff made this transition as smooth as possible. My mom gets great care and feels very loved and safe at Clare Estates.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
The Clare Estate Assisted Living in Bordentown, New Jersey is a truly unique and luxurious senior residential community nestled amid 10 acres of fully restored and modernized historic buildings, natural spaces and gardened lawns. The Clare Estate blends the restored former monastery of the...
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The residents and staff, overall, are friendly & welcoming. However, the residents are basically home bodies. They don't venture out to go on very few group trips unless it's the Dollar Store or an event at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
A Place for Mom uses the term "assisted living" to indicate that the community provides some level of assistance with daily living activities. It is not intended to indicate that the facility meets official state requirements for level of care.
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My Dad was here for 2 weeks and he really liked it. The staff was very good and whatever food they served, he inhaled so he seemed to like that a lot. The dining area was very nice and quaint. They had a few...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
At the site of the former Shriner's Hospital, Harmony Place is part of the Healthcare Center at Parke Ridge, which also includes The Angela Jane Pavilion and Sub-Acute Services and The Medical Arts Center. Nestled on five charming acres Harmony Place is the perfect alternative to the daily...
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They have been unable to keep enough staff to take care of residents!!! As far as the food goes, they need more of a variety, a proper diet for people with diabetes, and more choices to choose from on the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Deer Meadows Retirement Community (DMRC) offers the perfect combination for today's seniors -- active, independent living in a safe, caring environment. Enjoy freedom and comfort in our beautiful new luxury apartments while staying fit in our wellness center. Rest in the confidence that you or...
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My dad has been at Memory Care in Chester for almost 2 years now and we are very happy with the facility. We love Sherry, LeMar, Kim, and Sydney especially. It definitely feels like a family. There may...
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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive milieu based...
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The community is always immaculately clean. The staff is friendly. I have been to a lot of other communities and out of all of those places that I have seen, Brightview Warren is the nicest place in the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
At Brightview Warren, we offer a variety of community features. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. All meals are provided to residents. We love to accommodate visiting guests, meals included. Dining includes...
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Masonic Village at Burlington gets 5 stars across the board. What sticks out most about this facility would be how friendly and helpful the staff are. I would highly recommend this community to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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The location is excellent. It's in a pretty part of town and it's close to where I live. Also, the only other options around here are either incredibly expensive or just terrible.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Alexandria Manor is elegant, affordable and home like. - A safe and secure atmosphere - All CPR certified employees - Full sprinkler systems - Monthly fire drills - Proper ventilation and lighting - Pull Bell System in every bathroom - Department of Public Welfare — licensed - Certified in...
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This transition has been not an easy one for my mother but the staff at the Bright View have been incredible. She’s finally participating in activities and engaging with other residents.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Located on East Germantown Pike in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, Brightview East Norriton is the area's only full-service, rental retirement community. This inviting community brings together the best apartments and convenient services for Independent Living as well as support and care for...
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It's important to understand all the fees and expectations before moving into the facility, and families need to be strong advocates for their loved ones. I had a rent issue, which I believe has now been...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...

Cost of memory care in Delaware, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Delaware is $6,130 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delaware Park, NJ with an average of $4,696 per month.

Memory care costs in Delaware, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Delaware, NJ
$6,130/mo
$6,108/mo

Memory care costs in Delaware, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Delaware, NJ
$6,130/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Delaware, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,130/mo

Memory care costs in Delaware, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,447/mo
Studio
$6,425/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,740/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,149/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,347/mo

Senior living costs in Delaware vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Delaware, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDelaware, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$6,130/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$6,098/mo$7,102/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$5,101/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Delaware, NJ:$6,130/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Delaware, NJ:$6,098/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Delaware, NJ:$5,101/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Delaware, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Delaware and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Delaware, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Delaware have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Delaware, NJ$8,933/mo$8,340/mo+7.1%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,228/mo+7.5%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Delaware, NJ
2024 average cost:$8,933/mo
2023 average cost:$8,340/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,848/mo
2023 average cost:$8,228/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Delaware

Recent reviews for memory care in Delaware

Liza's House in Danielsville, PA

4.3
Pro Food is nutritious and prepared and served to please individuals...very accommodating for food and beverages. Welcoming environment Staff tends to be very pleasant and seem to care about the residents. Staff seems to know the residents. Staff members respond when concerns are brought to ...
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Brandywine at Senior Suites in East Norriton, PA

5.0
First, you need to see this facility. They did a major renovation and it looks so different. It has been modernized and looks amazing. My Mom has been at Brandywine for a few years. It is a tough decision to make when your loved one needs more care than what you can give. The apartments are ...
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Lakeside Residential Care Home Inc. in Oak Ridge, NJ

4.0
Under new ownership, the changes are noticeable almost immediately. substantial upgrades and repairs made on the building in the last few months since new owners took control. New roof, bathrooms installed, painting and landscaping to name a few. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Nice ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and compassion of the staff at their community. At Blue Bell Place, the friendly and attentive staff truly cared for residents like family, and the director and nurses were always available to address concerns. At Artis Senior Living of Yardley, caregiver ...
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Variety of meaningful activities. Reviews highlight the importance of activities in creating a fulfilling living experience for seniors. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Old Orchard, residents enjoyed participating in activities like singing, games, and social events, and they appreciated the way the activi ...
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Well-maintained and clean living spaces. Cleanliness and maintenance were top priorities for many reviewers. At Artis Senior Living of Huntingdon Valley, staff took great care to ensure that residents were always clean and properly dressed, and they paid close attention to detail, from labeling clothing to encouraging residents to we ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication was essential to maintaining peace of mind for families and residents alike. At Brookdale Hamilton, staff kept families updated on their loved ones' medical needs and made sure to involve them in the care plan. At Bristol House, the sales manager and staff ...
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Individualized care plans. Personalized care plans were crucial in ensuring that residents received the right level of support and attention. At Sunrise of Westtown, staff worked closely with residents and their families to create care plans that met their unique needs, and they went above and beyond to accommodate indi ...
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Comfortable and homelike atmosphere. Creating a warm and welcoming environment was a key factor in making residents feel at ease and content. At The Pathways at Warrington, the entire staff was incredibly supportive and encouraging, making families feel welcome and cared for. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in ...
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Delaware review score based on 3,062 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 3062 reviews of 497 Delaware memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Delaware 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

Delaware review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Delaware, NJ497 facilities
8.4
Stockton, NJ613 facilities
8.2
Lambertville, NJ8 facilities

Review subcategories for Delaware 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 3,062 reviews of 497 Delaware memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Delaware 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.
Delaware, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Delaware memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Delaware memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Delaware, 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 Delaware 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 Delaware that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Delaware, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.8%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.4%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.4%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Delaware 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 Delaware Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Delaware, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.8%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.6%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.1%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Delaware 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 Delaware partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Delaware, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.5%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.9%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.1%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.9%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Delaware 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 Delaware communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Delaware, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.1%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
43.9%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Delaware 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 Delaware offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Delaware, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.3%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.6%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.8%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.8%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.8%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.9%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60.2%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
39%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.2%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Delaware

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New Jersey memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Delaware protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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