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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mill Creek, DE

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Assisted living costs in Mill Creek average about $5,584 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 34 communities in Mill Creek. Our detailed directory has 691 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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I'm very happy to be here! It's a clean, nice looking place, and it was in great shape when I moved in! The staff here is very friendly, and very organized, They check in every morning to make sure everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers is a beautiful assisted living community located in historic Willmington, Delaware. Willmington has many galleries, museums, and gardens for its residents to enjoy. You can also enjoy one of the many ethnic festival that are held in Willmington each year. The staff at Luther Towers...
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Overall we're very pleased with how things turned out at Luther Towers. The staff here is friendly and professional, and they were a big help and made the whole move-in process very easy. It's a nice looking...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers II Luther Towers II is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Wilmington, Delaware where the Christina River, the Brandywine Creek, and the Delaware River all meet. With a beautiful and vibrant riverfront containing theatres, markets, restaurants, and...
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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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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
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Mill Creek, DE

The average cost of senior living in Mill Creek is $5,584 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle, DE with an average of $5,457 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mill Creek, DE, vs. nearby cities

Mill Creek, DE
$5,586/mo
$5,573/mo
$5,662/mo

Assisted living costs in Mill Creek, DE, vs. state and national averages

Mill Creek, DE
$5,586/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,586/mo
$5,603/mo

Assisted living costs in Mill Creek, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,044/mo
Studio
$6,647/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,185/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,774/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.
Assisted Living$5,586/mo$6,120/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$5,603/mo$6,177/mo$4,944/mo
Independent Living$4,743/mo$5,113/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Mill Creek, DE:$5,586/mo
Delaware:$6,120/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Mill Creek, DE:$5,603/mo
Delaware:$6,177/mo
U.S.:$4,944/mo
Independent Living
Mill Creek, DE:$4,743/mo
Delaware:$5,113/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
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Assisted living costs in Mill Creek, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Mill Creek, DE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mill Creek, DE$6,756/mo$6,542/mo+3.3%
Delaware$6,507/mo$6,231/mo+4.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Mill Creek, DE
2024 average cost:$6,756/mo
2023 average cost:$6,542/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,507/mo
2023 average cost:$6,231/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
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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 Mill Creek, DE

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Mill Creek.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mill Creek

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mill Creek

Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE

4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Exton Senior Living

4.9
"Cozy" environment, long term staff with very few agency hires, management very involved in daily operations, and processes in place to evaluate residents as conditions change. Activities got a little lower of a score because they do not have a gym with equipment like his prior facility did.

Rose Tree Place in Media, PA

5.0
Our father has been a resident at Rose Tree Place for the last couple of months. We toured several care facilities before making our final decision. We chose Rose Tree Place because of the proximity to family, the cleanliness of the facility, the type of apartment, availability of services, and ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and communicative staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as at Lorelton where the director goes out of his way to keep the environment virus-free. At HarborChase of Wilmington, HarborChase is praised for having a hospitality-driven community with outst ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents enjoy the engaging activities and events offered at their communities, with many noting the importance of staying active and socially involved. At Foulk Living, Foulk Living offers daily activities, while at Lorelton, The Lorelton provides a range of activities, including committee ...
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Individualized care plans. Care plans are tailored to the unique needs of each resident, ensuring they receive appropriate care and support. At Lorelton, The Lorelton accommodates residents with different care requirements, allowing my dad to serve on committees and have regular conversations with nurses and cooks.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Communities are kept clean and updated, ensuring a comfortable and safe living environment. At The Vero at Newark, the building is relatively new and residents appreciate the wide common hallways and wheelchair accessibility. At Rockland Place, Rockland Place undergoes regular maintenance an ...
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Dedicated nursing support. Skilled nursing support is available on-site to provide around-the-clock care when needed. At Lorelton, The Lorelton offers excellent nursing services, and at The Pointe at South Harmony Lodge, the physical therapy team was praised for their fantastic care.
Flexible and accommodating environments. Communities adapt to residents' changing needs, ensuring they can continue to live comfortably and safely as their circumstances evolve. At The Pointe at South Harmony Lodge, while the facility was not equipped to handle higher levels of care, the staff were kind and tried to accommodate their ...
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Mill Creek review score based on 121 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 121 reviews of 29 Mill Creek assisted living 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 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

Mill Creek review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Mill Creek, DE29 facilities
8.3
Elsmere, DE33 facilities
8.3
Newport, DE31 facilities

Review subcategories for Mill Creek 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 121 reviews of 29 Mill Creek assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mill Creek 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.
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Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.2
3.7
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Mill Creek assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mill Creek assisted living 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 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 Mill Creek that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
51.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.3%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.2%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.2%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.7%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mill Creek, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mill Creek 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 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
37.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
41.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.8%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mill Creek, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.8%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
37.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mill Creek, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.2%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
55.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
34.5%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.5%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mill Creek

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 Mill Creek protect seniors.
Learn about Delaware assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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