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10 Best Nursing Homes in Shawnee Acres, DE

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Shawnee Acres, DE

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Photo of Milford Place
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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
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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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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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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: 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.
Photo of Peach Tree Acres
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.
Photo of The Moorings at Lewes
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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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.
Seaford Center is a Genesis brand senior living community located in the beautiful town of Seaford, Delaware. Our city is the largest city in Sussex County with great small town appeal. Voted one of the Best Small Towns in America, the downtown area has recently been renovated, offering all the...

Cost of nursing homes in Shawnee Acres, DE

The average cost of senior living in Shawnee Acres is $6,051 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seaford, DE with an average of $5,668 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Shawnee Acres, DE, vs. nearby cities

Shawnee Acres, DE
$6,051/mo
$6,051/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shawnee Acres, DE, vs. state and national averages

Shawnee Acres, DE
$6,051/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shawnee Acres, DE, vs. other senior living options

$6,156/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,051/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shawnee Acres, 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 Shawnee Acres vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shawnee Acres, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShawnee Acres, DEDelawareU.S.
Nursing Homes$6,051/mo$5,793/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$6,063/mo$5,745/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,156/mo$5,793/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,488/mo$4,790/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Shawnee Acres, DE:$6,051/mo
Delaware:$5,793/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Shawnee Acres, DE:$6,063/mo
Delaware:$5,745/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Shawnee Acres, DE:$6,156/mo
Delaware:$5,793/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Shawnee Acres, DE:$4,488/mo
Delaware:$4,790/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Shawnee Acres, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Shawnee Acres 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Shawnee Acres, DE

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Shawnee Acres 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
Shawnee Acres, DE$6,593/mo$6,202/mo+6.3%
Delaware$6,757/mo$6,358/mo+6.3%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Shawnee Acres, DE
2024 average cost:$6,593/mo
2023 average cost:$6,202/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,757/mo
2023 average cost:$6,358/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Shawnee Acres

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shawnee Acres

Milford Place

4.6
I like the fact that when I go in there, there is no "old" people smell or hospital smells. Clean. Staff have been wonderful. Your greeted by [name removed] as soon as you come thru the door, and she always is friendly and smiling. The staff genuinely care for your family member with compassion.

Brookdale Dover

4.6
My father was a resident at Brookdale Dover for 6 years. During his stay he was well cared for. His medications were dispensed. All meals provided. Housekeeping kept his apt. clean and tidy. The staff was always friendly and respectful. There were ample activities for him to participate in. ...
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State Street Assisted Living in Dover, DE

5.0
The elderly residents are treated with respect/dignity. The facility promotes a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I would recommend to others.

Shawnee Acres nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shawnee Acres nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shawnee Acres, 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 Shawnee Acres 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 Shawnee Acres that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shawnee Acres, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
36.4%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.9%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.6%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
19.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shawnee Acres 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 Shawnee Acres Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shawnee Acres, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.5%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shawnee Acres 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 Shawnee Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shawnee Acres, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shawnee Acres 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 Shawnee Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shawnee Acres, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
0.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shawnee Acres 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 Shawnee Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shawnee Acres, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
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Milford Place, The Lodge at Historic Lewes and State Street Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Shawnee Acres, Delaware. See full list of communities.
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