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Memory care in Mill Creek offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Mill Creek is about $5,602 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 33 communities, read 692 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Personal visit with the Dir of public Services. Both the Food service and general staff are superior. The residents seem well cared for and not withstanding their issues and friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Harrison House Chester County transformed from the neighborhood Hospital to a beautiful senior living community, is a staple landmark for so many in our community, located in East Fallowfield, Pennsylvania. Harrison House has provided healthcare & hospitality services to seniors for over 50...
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9.6
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45 reviews
9.6
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The staff is great. They encourage the residents to get involved with others and to participate in activities. Unfortunately because my mother has vascular dementia, she is more argumentative and doesn't...
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.
Foulk Manor North offers our residents a continuum of care encompassing independent living, assisted living, memory care in our Bridge to Rediscovery community and skilled nursing. Set on ten beautifully wooded acres, right next to the New Castle County Brandywine Hundred Library, Foulk Manor...
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9.4
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12 reviews
9.4
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We have nothing but great things to say about Juniper Village. The facilities are nice, but what makes this place special is the people. Everyone from the front desk to the business office, to the nursing...
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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9.3
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9.3
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Definitely would recommend Only disappointed that [name removed] the marketing lady told us someone would be by to check on grandmom the next day and weekly would come by to check on her, but none of that...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Serving the Newark community for over 40 years, Millcroft Living is truly the cornerstone of senior living. The campus offers a full continuum of residential options making it a smart choice for an active, life. You're invited to see the Independent living apartment homes, Licensed Assisted...
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9.3
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9.3
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It is going well so far. Sometimes it takes a long time for them to respond when mom hits her call button, and they don't notify me when she needs personal hygiene items. Otherwise going well. Food is good.
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.
Winner Best Assisted Living 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019! Offering Assisted Living as well as Memory Care. The Lorelton is truly unique. Privately owned by a local foundation not a corporation. Not-for-Profit and affordable. The Lorelton is considered to be in 'the Suburbs' of the city. Conveniently...
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55 Floor plans available
9.2
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My stay at Shipley Living was nice. The staff introduced themselves, the food was great, ilove BINGO. MY room was nice size and clean. Thank you Shipley Living for your care. I'm glad I heard of this...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Shipley Living is a full service, continuing care rental retirement community serving independent living, assisted living, and skilled and rehabilitation services.Shipley Living, a proud member of the community for over 35 years, was originally elementary school; it is located in the Brandywine...
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8.7
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65 reviews
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5 for everything...I was very impressed. The actives and day trips , always something to do. Church services offered also is really nice. The in house medical care was very important because my mom doesn't...
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.
When you think of assisted living and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more...
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Overall the staff has been very good. Rooms are very comfortable. Sometimes meal selection of you want something other than what is being served is not very good.
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.
Paramount Senior Living is a senior living community offering both assisted living and memory care in Newark, Delaware. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood with access to many nearby activities and amenities. Residents can enjoy shopping at nearby shopping centers, excursions to...
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8.5
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I have recently come to visit a family member at this facility. The building is clean. The staff is caring. The administration treats my family member as if she were their own family. I have seen lots of...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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44 Floor plans available
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8.3
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The staff was fantastic - before, during, and after. The activities were great (an Elvis impersonator!!). The food was good. The facility was clean, but there was a bit of a smell.
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.
Just minutes from the Delaware/Pennsylvania state line, Sunrise of Wilmington is set in the heart of Brandywine Hundred. We pride ourselves in our dedication to creating a quality care alternative for seniors in the North Wilmington area. Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you...
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Photo of The Pointe at South Harmony Lodge
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55 Floor plans available
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8.1
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Friendly staff. Great activities. Very clean. Regular outings to a variety of places. Staff is responsive and follows through. Perfect location. Very welcoming to visiting family. Rooms are a good size and...
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.
Somerford House offers general assisted living on a beautifully landscaped campus in Newark, Delaware. Centrally located the surrounding community offers easy access to downtown Newark, local shopping districts, Christiana Hospital and Interstate 95. Step inside our doors to discover a lovely,...
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The staff was the biggest plus, the staff are wonderful. The location was convenient, easy parking, very nice outdoor space for visits and we would recommend this community to other families based on the...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Friends Home in Kennett Square is a non-profit senior living community thatoffers a variety of living options to help residents remain independent and active. Historic Kennett Square, a beautiful and close-knit community, offers an abundance of resources for our residents. A wonderful...
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7.3
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We couldn’t be more happy with Harbor Chase and the care they give all their residents. It’s definitely one of the top care facilities around. The staff, activities, food, medical care and overall management...
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.
HarborChase of Wilmington Assisted Living and Memory Care, is a place where unrivaled hospitality and classic elegance converge in a timeless setting of peaceful tranquility. Here, you’ll find much more than amazing value in the award-winning cuisine, personalized housekeeping, exhilarating...
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Photo of The Summit
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6.3
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So far the staff and residents have been very supportive and friendly. The food is very good. Plenty of choices for most tastes. Healthy foods are available, but there's no lack of lovely looking rich...
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.
The Newest Retirement Community in Hockessin! The Suites at The Summit, our assisted living community complete with The Compass Memory Care community opened in Summer 2015. A Community Built with YOU in Mind Our staff is on hand 24/7, 365 days a year, for completion of personal care along with...
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When it comes to the value for cost we have nothing to compare against. However, what we do like the most about Brookdale Hockessin is that it is small only 54 rooms, easy to get around and staff is very...
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.
Go do the things you love and let us help with the rest.Here at our assisted living community in Hockessin, Delaware, you get to redefine your independence, pursue your passions and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or trying something new like meditation, you...
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My mother in law had a life changing event about a year ago. She moved here from out of state and was living with us for a while and it was difficult for her. We looked at several places and decided on...
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.
Known for its gardens, vineyards, and rich cultural heritage, Brandywine Longwood is infused with the beauty and serenity of Pennsylvania's valley. Just ten minutes from the breathtaking Longwood Gardens and surrounded by charming towns like Kennett Square, our community offers a lifestyle rooted...
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I would rate Jenner's Pond highly in all areas. The food is especially excellent. Many people here say one of the things that appealed to them was the friendliness of the community.
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.
The historic community of West Grove, Pennsylvania, provides an excellent opportunity for Jenner's Pond to relax and enjoy life in an idyllic setting. Full of historic charm and natural beauty, West Grove offers outstanding amenities to suit a variety of personal tastes and requirements. West...
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 Hockessin is going to be an elegant and exceptional senor living community in Hockessin, Delaware. Presenting 174 Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Apartments. The minute you see the building you know this is something unique & upscale. The exterior is finished in hand...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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.
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.
Somerford Place shares the same beautifully landscaped campus as Somerford House, in Newark, Delaware. Again, centrally located the surrounding community offers easy access to downtown Newark, local shopping districts, Christiana Hospital and Interstate 95. Somerford Place is specifically...
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Provides: Memory Care, 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.
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.
Newark Manor Nursing Home is an intermediate care facility with twenty four hour a day professional nursing care located on W. Main Street in Newark, Delaware. We have been in business since 1964. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our staff and the homelike environment we provide.We are...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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My loved one is doing very well here. He is being cared for very well here. I'am happy with everything they have done for us. The staff is patient and very caring towards the residents. They do a good job...
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.
Ingleside Homes offers affordable assisted living to all fail seniors, regardless of income, who need assistance with two or more activities of assisted living such as eating, bathing and dressing.

Cost of memory care in Mill Creek, DE

The average cost of senior living in Mill Creek is $5,602 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle, DE with an average of $5,476 per month.

Memory care costs in Mill Creek, DE, vs. nearby cities

Mill Creek, DE
$5,602/mo
$5,588/mo
$5,681/mo

Memory care costs in Mill Creek, DE, vs. state and national averages

Mill Creek, DE
$5,602/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

Memory care costs in Mill Creek, DE, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,602/mo

Memory care costs in Mill Creek, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,044/mo
Studio
$6,236/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,781/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,263/mo

Senior living costs in Mill Creek 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: Mill Creek, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMill Creek, DEDelawareU.S.
Memory Care$5,602/mo$6,177/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$5,584/mo$6,120/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$4,742/mo$5,113/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Mill Creek, DE:$5,602/mo
Delaware:$6,177/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Mill Creek, DE:$5,584/mo
Delaware:$6,120/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Mill Creek, DE:$4,742/mo
Delaware:$5,113/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Memory care costs in Mill Creek, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Mill Creek 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.

Mill Creek, DEDE stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Mill Creek, DE

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Mill Creek 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
Mill Creek, DE$7,113/mo$7,264/mo-2.1%
Delaware$7,110/mo$6,929/mo+2.6%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Mill Creek, DE
2024 average cost:$7,113/mo
2023 average cost:$7,264/mo
Percent change:-2.1%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$7,110/mo
2023 average cost:$6,929/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Mill Creek

Recent reviews for memory care in Mill Creek

Freedom Village at Brandywine, a CCRC in Coatesville, PA

4.5
My mother has lived at Freedom Village since 1999, first in a beautiful condo, next in Assisted Living and finally in Skilled Care for the last 5 years. She is now 96 years old, legally blind, hard of hearing, and has advanced dementia. She spends most of her time in a wheelchair and is happy ...
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The Residence at Chadds Ford in Glen Mills, PA

5.0
I would definitely recommend this community. It is brand new and extremely clean. The community has everything my mom needs. The staff is very friendly, kind, and attentive. The communication is great and they have built a relationship with us.

Arbor Terrace Exton

4.0
We like the modern takes the facility has, it is brand new so it jumps out at you as being quite lovely. Since it is a newer community and them having to start fro scratch there are a few areas that could use some improvement, and work out the kinks. Most of the staff members are pretty ...
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Mill Creek review score based on 122 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 122 reviews of 28 Mill Creek memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mill Creek review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Mill Creek review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Mill Creek memory care

When memory care 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 122 reviews of 28 Mill Creek memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Mill Creek resident and family memory care 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.
Mill Creek, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.3
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.8
Activities
3.5
3.8
Value for cost*
3.2
3.8
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*Learn more about cost details

Mill Creek memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Mill Creek that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mill Creek, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.6%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.3%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.3%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mill Creek memory care

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 Mill Creek Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mill Creek, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.7%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.3%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mill Creek memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mill Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mill Creek, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
20.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Mill Creek memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mill Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mill Creek, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.4%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.4%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
39.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mill Creek memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Mill Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mill Creek, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.7%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Mill Creek

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Mill Creek protect seniors.
Learn about Delaware memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Harrison House Chester County, Foulk Living and The Vero at Newark are the top-rated memory care facilities near Mill Creek, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 33 memory care facilities near Mill Creek, Delaware. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Mill Creek, Delaware is Morningside House of Exton. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 33 memory care facilities near you in Mill Creek, Delaware typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Mill Creek, Delaware, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Mill Creek, Delaware, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Mill Creek, Delaware ranges from $1 to $13700. The average Memory Care cost in Mill Creek, Delaware is $5,602. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Mill Creek, Delaware typically starts at $1. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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