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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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My mother in law loves living at Chesapeake Cove. The staff are wonderful. The caregivers are local, friendly, helpful and she does not go without. The community is clean and well maintained. She likes the...
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.
If you enjoy independence and the freshness and beauty of the outdoors, then you will love Chesapeake Cove in Crisfield, MD. Nestled on the Delmarva Peninsula, the community provides gorgeous and relaxing views of the bay, which inspires residents to kick back and relax. The neighborhood...
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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
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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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Cost of assisted living in Pepper, DE

The average cost of senior living in Pepper is $5,627 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, DE with an average of $5,026 per month.

Assisted living costs in Pepper, DE, vs. nearby cities

Pepper, DE
$5,627/mo
$5,026/mo
$5,585/mo

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

Pepper, DE
$5,627/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Pepper, DE, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,627/mo
$5,916/mo

Assisted living costs in Pepper, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,875/mo
Private
$5,700/mo
Studio
$6,440/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,555/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,676/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,175/mo

Senior living costs in Pepper 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: Pepper, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typePepper, DEDelawareU.S.
Assisted Living$5,627/mo$5,745/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,916/mo$5,793/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,199/mo$4,790/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Pepper, DE:$5,627/mo
Delaware:$5,745/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Pepper, DE:$5,916/mo
Delaware:$5,793/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Pepper, DE:$4,199/mo
Delaware:$4,790/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Pepper, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pepper 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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Assisted living cost trends in Pepper, DE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Pepper 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pepper, DE$6,293/mo$5,926/mo+6.2%
Delaware$6,507/mo$6,231/mo+4.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Pepper, DE
2024 average cost:$6,293/mo
2023 average cost:$5,926/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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 Pepper, 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 Pepper.

What families are saying about assisted living in Pepper

Recent reviews for assisted living in Pepper

Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick Island in Selbyville, DE

5.0
My Mom recently celebrated her 95th birthday. The staff at Brandywine couldn’t have done more to make her day more special. From her caregiver who dressed Mom up so beautifully-and accessorized to the recognition of Mom throughout the day by all the staff! I bought a sheet cake and they happened ...
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Queenstown Landing

5.0
My inlaws reside at Queenstown Landing. My Father In Law recently passed. The kindness and warmth provided to him is beyond words. Exceptional care and interaction with the residents and families. The Staff is Family, and knows their resident's personalities and needs. They have the best ...
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Chesapeake Cottage Assisted Living in Snow Hill, MD

5.0
They have taken excellent care of my mother. The location is in the country which was perfect for my mother because that was what she was used to and it provides a very safe environment compared to being in Salisbury. The staff is friendly, the owner is incredibly helpful and compassionate and ...
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Pepper review score based on 219 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 219 reviews of 29 Pepper assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pepper 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

Pepper review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Pepper, DE29 facilities
7.1
Laurel, DE7 facilities
8.3
Delmar, DE32 facilities

Review subcategories for Pepper 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 219 reviews of 29 Pepper assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Pepper 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.
Pepper, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Pepper assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pepper assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pepper, 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 Pepper 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 Pepper that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pepper, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.2%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.4%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pepper 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 Pepper Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pepper, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.8%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pepper 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 Pepper partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pepper, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
51.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.9%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Pepper 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 Pepper communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pepper, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
48.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pepper 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 Pepper offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pepper, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.8%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
37.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pepper

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 Pepper protect seniors.
Learn about Delaware assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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