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10 Best Nursing Homes in Sussex County, DE
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Sussex County 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 Sussex County, 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 Sussex County or another care type is right for you. Browse 55 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Sussex County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Pilottown, Lewes Beach and York Beach.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Brownsville, Burrsville and Vernon.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Sussex County, DE
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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.
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...
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.
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.
1. Independent Living- 1&2 bedroom apartments in 3 story newly constructed building 6 miles from the ocean. Ocean Pines offers outdoor recreational activities such as golf and nature trails. 2. Assisted Living- in the style of a bed and breakfast. Ocean...
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: 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 Silver Lake Center, 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...
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 The Pines, 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....
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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Sussex County, DE
The average cost of senior living in Sussex County is $5,860 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blades, DE with an average of $5,668 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Sussex County, DE vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Sussex County, DE vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Sussex County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Sussex County, DE by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Sussex County over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Sussex County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Sussex County
Peregrine Salisbury
4.6
We are very pleased with our choice. The facility has a home like feel. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. My mom loves the food and raves about it. They encourage families to come and eat with them. I would recommend Peregrine Salisbury to others.
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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Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick Island in Selbyville, DE
5.0
My mother has been a resident at Brandywine Fenwick for 2.5 years. During this period she has received outstanding personal and professional care. AL living is a significant transition and hard for all involved, and nothing is ever perfect. However the leadership and caregivers at Brandywine ...
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Sussex County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sussex County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sussex County, 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 Sussex County 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 Sussex County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sussex County, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.5%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.8%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.8%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sussex County 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 Sussex County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sussex County, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.6%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.5%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.2%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sussex County 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 Sussex County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sussex County, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.4%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.4%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sussex County 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 Sussex County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sussex County, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
39.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sussex County 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 Sussex County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sussex County, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
39.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.5%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Cape May, Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton and Peregrine Salisbury are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Sussex County, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 55 nursing homes facilities near Sussex County, Delaware. See the full list.
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