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10 Best Nursing Homes in Claymont, DE

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Claymont nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Claymont, DE may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Claymont or another care type is right for you. Browse 64 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Claymont.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cedarbrook, West Oak Lane and West Mt. Airy.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Eldridge Hill, Point Airy and Union Grove.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Claymont, DE

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I'm very happy to be here! It's a clean, nice looking place, and it was in great shape when I moved in! The staff here is very friendly, and very organized, They check in every morning to make sure everyone...
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.
Luther Towers is a beautiful assisted living community located in historic Willmington, Delaware. Willmington has many galleries, museums, and gardens for its residents to enjoy. You can also enjoy one of the many ethnic festival that are held in Willmington each year. The staff at Luther Towers...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
At Brinton Manor, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Naamans Creek Country Manor, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
ManorCare of Wilmington provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation with exceptional customer service and medical care. We focus on the complete care process by accommodating patient's personal preferences and physical abilities. The rehabilitation units are their own separate, distinct units....
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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Woolwich Gardens is owned by a team of local physicians & entrepreneurs who understand the needs of our seniors and are committed to providing the best possible care.Our community features 40 assisted living apartment homes, and 26 memory care residences developed specifically to support...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Claymont, DE

The average cost of senior living in Claymont is $5,548 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle, DE with an average of $5,392 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Claymont, DE vs. nearby cities

Claymont, DE
$5,548/mo
$5,462/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Claymont, DE vs. the state and national average

Claymont, DE
$5,548/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Claymont vs. other types of senior living

$5,310/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,548/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Claymont, DE by room type

Semi-Private
$5,232/mo
Studio
$5,360/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,048/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,373/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Claymont over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Claymont

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Claymont

Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
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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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Simpson Meadows in Downingtown, PA

3.9
I can't recommend the community due to the way we exited the community. We had multiple attempts to reconcile a balance due and it was never resolved and we never heard back on a resolution to this.

Claymont nursing homes services and amenities

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

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Claymont that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Claymont, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.1%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.6%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
77.8%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.9%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.8%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.4%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Claymont nursing homes

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 Claymont Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Claymont, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.9%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Claymont nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Claymont partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Claymont, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
47.2%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.9%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Claymont nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Claymont communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Claymont, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
38.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Claymont nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Claymont offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Claymont, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
61.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.9%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.1%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Cross Keys, Sunrise of Lafayette Hill and Merrill Gardens at West Chester are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Claymont, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 64 nursing homes facilities near Claymont, Delaware. See the full list.

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