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Assisted living costs in Big Pine average about $6,191 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 59 communities in Big Pine. Our detailed directory has 960 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Noble Senior Living at Rio Grande Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level of...
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During my mother's time here, she was in the independent living section and the community was always clean and the staff was always friendly and willing to help. When my mother's health declined, they were...
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.
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Noble Senior Living at Bridgeton Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level of...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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We can't thank the staff of La Casa Assisted living home enough for the care they gave our father. He was a patient there for 16 months and the care and kindness they showed him was great. La Casa keeps the...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
As a Caregiver for over 15 years for my husband, Gene, who passed away from Alzheimer's Disease on March 13, 2005, I tried many different avenues to care for him. All failed! There had to be a better way, a better place, something, somewhere. I prayed every night that God would give me...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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I can't thank Diana and Hazel and all the staff for the beautiful care they took of my mother. She needed quite a lot of help in her daily activities, and she constantly told her family about the kindness...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Rutherford Manor is a residential care home situated in Davidsonville, which is in the semi-rural countryside of Maryland, part of Anne Arundel County. Davidsonville consists primarily of farmland and rolling hills dotted with sheep and cattle. One can expect to live a quiet life in...
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Cost of assisted living in Big Pine, DE

The average cost of senior living in Big Pine is $6,191 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seaford, DE with an average of $5,469 per month.

Assisted living costs in Big Pine, DE, vs. nearby cities

Big Pine, DE
$6,191/mo
$5,806/mo

Assisted living costs in Big Pine, DE, vs. state and national averages

Big Pine, DE
$6,191/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

Assisted living costs in Big Pine, DE, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,191/mo
$6,838/mo

Assisted living costs in Big Pine, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,802/mo
Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$6,978/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,712/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,177/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Big Pine 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: Big Pine, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Pine, DEDelawareU.S.
Assisted Living$6,191/mo$6,120/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$6,838/mo$6,177/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living$5,855/mo$5,113/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Big Pine, DE:$6,191/mo
Delaware:$6,120/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Big Pine, DE:$6,838/mo
Delaware:$6,177/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Big Pine, DE:$5,855/mo
Delaware:$5,113/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Assisted living costs in Big Pine, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Pine 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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Assisted living cost trends in Big Pine, DE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Big Pine 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Big Pine, DE$6,280/mo$5,926/mo+6.0%
Delaware$6,507/mo$6,231/mo+4.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Big Pine, DE
2024 average cost:$6,280/mo
2023 average cost:$5,926/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,507/mo
2023 average cost:$6,231/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Big Pine, DE

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What families are saying about assisted living in Big Pine

Recent reviews for assisted living in Big Pine

Brandywine Fenwick Island by Monarch in Selbyville, DE

5.0
My Mom recently celebrated her 95th birthday. The staff at Brandywine couldn’t have done more to make her day more special. From her caregiver who dressed Mom up so beautifully-and accessorized to the recognition of Mom throughout the day by all the staff! I bought a sheet cake and they happened ...
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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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HeartHomes at Bay Ridge in Annapolis, MD

4.5
Overall we have been very pleased with HeartHomes, right when we came to visit this community we felt very comfortable. It may not be the newest community with the biggest amenities but it feels very comfortable, it feels like a home. We like that it has a small amount of residents so all the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Affordable pricing with reasonable rent increases. Reviews for community The Residence at Eden Green mention the initial rent price was acceptable, but the sudden and significant rent increase was unexpected and a concern for some residents. Despite this, several residents from Sunrise of Severna Park and Heartfields Assisted Living at East ...
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Staff turnover and training. Communities Sunrise of Severna Park and Gull Creek Senior Living Community highlight the importance of long-term, well-trained staff members. However, multiple reviews for State Street Assisted Living and Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury mention high staff turnover rates, which ca ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents at communities Gull Creek Senior Living Community, Complete Care at Victoria Commons, and Meadowcrest at Middletown praise the variety and quality of activities and social events, which help keep them engaged and active.
Proper maintenance and cleanliness. Residents of Sunrise of Severna Park, Spring Arbor of Severna Park, and Celebration Villa of Manresa comment on the importance of maintaining a clean, safe, and well-maintained living environment.
Clear and consistent communication. Communication between families and staff is emphasized as a crucial element of a positive living experience. Families from communities Dover Place, Celebration Villa of Manresa, and Harmony at Kent speak highly of frequent, open, and transparent conversations with staff members.
Personalized care plans and attention. Several reviews, such as those for communities Dover Place, HeartHomes at Bay Ridge, and Brookdale Cape May, mention that staff members tailor care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident, ensuring personalized attention and high-quality care.
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Big Pine review score based on 295 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 295 reviews of 57 Big Pine assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Big Pine review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Big Pine review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Big Pine, DE57 facilities
8.4
Farmington, DE5 facilities
8.4
Greenwood, DE6 facilities

Review subcategories for Big Pine assisted living

When assisted living 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 295 reviews of 57 Big Pine assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Big Pine resident and family assisted living 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.
Big Pine, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Big Pine assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Big Pine that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Pine, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.4%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.4%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Big Pine assisted living

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 Big Pine Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Pine, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Pine assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Pine partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Pine, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.1%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
47.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.1%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Pine assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Pine communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Pine, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.6%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
36.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Pine assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Big Pine offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Pine, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
52.6%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.1%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.1%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
54.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
31.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.3%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Big Pine

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

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Brookdale Cape May, Candle Light Cove and Peregrine Salisbury are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Big Pine, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 59 assisted living facilities near Big Pine, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Big Pine, Delaware are Brookdale Cape May and Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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