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Photo of Milford Place
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8.9
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I found Milford Place to be a fine place to care for my mother during her final months. Care and service were consistent. Staff and administration were very responsive, communicative and caring. I would not...
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.
Milford Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community located in Milford Delaware. We offer senior living services to residents in the southern Delaware area and beyond. Known as the Gateway to Southern Delaware, Milford has a premiere location within 20 minutes of popular Delaware beaches like...
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The overall experience has been a 5 at The Lodge. Staff members in all disciplines are kind, caring, respectful and trained to deal with Alzheimer's disease. My family member, age 71, was tremendously...
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.
A brand-new destination for senior living has arrived in Lewes!Seniors seeking resort-style living with abundant amenities, exceptional wellness programs and the flexibility of monthly rental apartments need look no further.With the final inspections and signs-offs having taken place during the...
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44 Floor plans available
8.6
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They have a great location with a very welcoming staff. I feel like they could do more activities with the residents in memory care. Every time I visit, the residents are just sitting at the large table in...
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.
State Street Assisted Living is a community that is dedicated to the mission of making sure that every resident is like a part of  our extended family.   At State Street, we ensure that each resident is able to live their life to the highest potential by receiving personal...
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The staff are wonderful. The community is very welcoming and yes I would recommend the Harmony at Kent community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Harmony at Kent is a new community, opening Late Fall of 2021. We are supported by Harmony Senior Services based in Charleston, S.C. Our new community will have 195 apartments catering to Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Featuring a formal dining room, bistro- style restaurant...
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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
     Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware.  We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware.  The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
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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.
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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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The observant and caring nature of the aides/caregivers. The caregivers treat all residents as individuals and cater to their needs as individuals. They know each resident as a person and treat them with...
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.
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...
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Cost of assisted living in Eastman Heights, DE

The average cost of senior living in Eastman Heights is $6,063 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Georgetown, DE with an average of $5,378 per month.

Assisted living costs in Eastman Heights, DE, vs. nearby cities

Eastman Heights, DE
$6,063/mo
$6,063/mo
$6,063/mo

Assisted living costs in Eastman Heights, DE, vs. state and national averages

Eastman Heights, DE
$6,063/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Eastman Heights, DE, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,063/mo
$6,156/mo

Assisted living costs in Eastman Heights, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,796/mo
Studio
$6,886/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,212/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,854/mo

Senior living costs in Eastman Heights 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: Eastman Heights, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEastman Heights, DEDelawareU.S.
Assisted Living$6,063/mo$5,745/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,156/mo$5,793/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,588/mo$4,790/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Eastman Heights, DE:$6,063/mo
Delaware:$5,745/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Eastman Heights, DE:$6,156/mo
Delaware:$5,793/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Eastman Heights, DE:$4,588/mo
Delaware:$4,790/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Eastman Heights, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Eastman Heights 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.

Eastman Heights, DEDE stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Eastman Heights, DE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Eastman Heights 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
Eastman Heights, DE$6,239/mo$6,001/mo+4.0%
Delaware$6,507/mo$6,231/mo+4.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Eastman Heights, DE
2024 average cost:$6,239/mo
2023 average cost:$6,001/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,507/mo
2023 average cost:$6,231/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Eastman Heights, DE

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Eastman Heights.

What families are saying about assisted living in Eastman Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Eastman Heights

Milford Place

3.9
I would recommend The Milford Place. Mom's experience has been good. She has been made comfortable and really enjoys socializing with the other residents. Unfortunately there are a few issues. The dining experience is not the best and the building needs some remodeling and repairs. They ...
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Arcadia of Denton II

5.0
I have had a great experience. Everyone has been very helpful, polite and respectful. The meals are really good here. There is plenty of things to do for the resident.

Brookdale Dover

5.0
I would rate them all a 5, mom is finally adjusting they are big help! Everyone is very caring, helpful and very nice. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

Eastman Heights review score based on 68 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 68 reviews of 8 Eastman Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Eastman Heights review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Eastman Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Eastman Heights, DE8 facilities
8.9
Milford, DE11 facilities
8.6
Houston, DE14 facilities

Review subcategories for Eastman Heights assisted living

When assisted living 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 68 reviews of 8 Eastman Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Eastman Heights resident and family assisted living 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.
Eastman Heights, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.0
Friendliness
3.7
4.1
Care services
3.1
3.8
Staff
3.5
4.0
Meals & dining
3.1
3.6
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.2
3.7
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Eastman Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Eastman Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Eastman Heights, 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 Eastman Heights assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Eastman Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Eastman Heights, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Eastman Heights assisted living

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 Eastman Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Eastman Heights, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Eastman Heights assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Eastman Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Eastman Heights, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Eastman Heights assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Eastman Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Eastman Heights, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Eastman Heights assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Eastman Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Eastman Heights, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Eastman Heights

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

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