Delaware Assisted Living

Autumn trees are reflected in the calm water of a DE (Delaware) pondAssisted living in Delaware is a combination of housing, supportive services, supervision, personalized assistance and health care designed to meet the needs of seniors who need help with life's day-to-day chores. In addition, Delaware also allows for the operation of Rest Residential Homes (also called adult foster care), which provide assisted living housing and services but on a more limited scale.

In Delaware, there are 30 Assisted Living Facilities. We can help you find the best matches for your needs. The average cost of Assisted Living in Delaware is $2,948 per month.

Delaware Assisted Living Facilities by Region

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Other Areas in Delaware

Dover, Seaford

Map of Delaware Assisted Living Facilities

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Cost of Assisted Living in Delaware

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The average cost of Assisted Living in Delaware is $2,948. Assisted Living costs range from $1,600 to $4,947 depending on location and other factors.

According to data compiled by the Center for Applied Demography & Survey Research at the University of Delaware, a large majority (86%) of Delaware assisted living residents paid privately for their care out of personal financial savings or those of their families in 2010. The remaining 14% of residents paid for their care through the state’s Assisted Living Medicaid Waiver program.

CityMinimum CostMaximum CostMedian Cost
Dover$3,900$5,325$5,269
Source: Genworth - 2012

Overview of Delaware Assisted Living

Back to top Measuring only 96 miles from end to end, Delaware is the second smallest state in the country after Rhode Island and can be driven across in just two hours. But what this state lacks in size, it makes up for in style. As the first state to become a part of the United States of America, Delaware boasts a rich and vibrant history. Visitors enjoy trips to the state’s many historical museums, beach combing along 26 miles of Atlantic sea shore and rooting for their favorite NASCAR driver at the Dover International Speedway. Deal hunters are sure to enjoy shopping at one of New Castle’s retail centers, as Delaware is one of only five states without a sales tax. No matter what you choose to do in The First State, one thing is certain: seniors who chose assisted living in Delaware will find that this little state has a lot to offer.

Assisted Living in Delaware Defined

Back to top According to the Delaware Health and Social Services Division of Public Health, assisted living in Delaware is defined as: “A special combination of housing, supportive services, supervision, personalized assistance and health care designed to respond to the individual needs of those who need help with activities of daily living and/or instrumental activities of daily living.” Assisted living facilities in Delaware are required to provide residents with the following services:
  • Administration of medications or help with self-administration
  • Medication log keeping
  • Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, toileting or eating
  • Assisted with instrumental activities of daily living such as paying bills, preparing meals or shopping for groceries
  • Help with disability aids such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or walkers
In addition to traditional assisted living, Delaware also allows for the operation of Rest Residential Homes (also called adult foster care), which provide assisted living housing and services but on a more limited scale. Rest Residential Homes typically offer only:
  • Room and board
  • Housekeeping services
  • Help with activities of daily living
  • Rehabilitation services

Regulation of Delaware Assisted Living Facilities

Back to top Delaware Assisted Living Assisted living in Delaware is regulated by the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services. All assisted living communities in the state of Delaware must be licensed through this department in order to operate legally. Before being granted a license, the facility must conduct a criminal background check for all employees and prove that the building is in compliance with fire safety codes. At any point, the Department may revoke the license of an assisted living facility if the facility or its staff are deemed to be in violation of assisted living facility rules or state law.

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