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Assisted living costs in Porter average about $6,367 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 308 communities in Porter. Our detailed directory has 8226 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Newark, Wilmington and Havre de Grace.

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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Photo of Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotions expiring soon
8.9
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Overall good - Meets my brother's needs. Staff are very welcoming and accommodating and create a n environment for residents to feel inclusive and appreciated. I would recommend the community to others.
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.
Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park is a new senior living community located in Philadelphia, PA, one of the US's largest cities with over 1.5 million people. Residents can enjoy great activities like going out to restaurants, going shopping and running their errands, or they can relax in the...
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Photo of Cambridge Enhanced Senior Living
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8.9
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44 reviews
8.9
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44 reviews
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All 5's. We loved it there and highly recommend it to anyone. The care was excellent. Everyone there was friendly and very helpful. They treated my father with great kindness and he was able to keep his...
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.
Lutheran Crossings at Moorestown is an assisted living community located in the quaint city of Moorestown, Burlington County, New Jersey. Our comfortable community is located on the east side of the state, offering beautiful scenery and comfortable amenities.Lutheran Crossings is committed to...
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Photo of Crescent Fields at Huntingdon Valley
2020 Photos available
8.9
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36 reviews
8.9
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Lovely facility with lots to do. Friendly people. Two negatives are (a) the housekeeping service included in the fee is minimal; be prepared to do your own housekeeping or find a service and (b) getting...
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.
Life at Crescent Fields at Huntingdon Valley is vibrant and active, just like you. Offering independent living, personal care, and memory care senior living solutions, Crescent Fields gives an all-inclusive approach to senior living with amenities and services designed to make life a little...
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Photo of Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line a CCRC
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
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8.8
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We really liked the facility and staff. We felt my father would be very comfortable there and cared for. We also liked the variety of activities and food options
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.
Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line is a senior living community located in Media, PA. Media is a small borough in Delaware County, west of Philadelphia and home to about 5,500 people. Residents can take part in a host of activities including going out to local...
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Photo of Rockland Place
1010 Photos available
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72 reviews
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Overall, this was a good first impression. Since this is her third assisted living facility, I’m comparing it to the other places she has been, and so far, we have enjoyed this one the most. No facility can...
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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Photo of Encore at Parkside
1111 Photos available
8.8
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Basically, we have not incurred any problems. Everyone is very friendly and helpful foods been great cleaning people come once a week and do their thing. [name removed] is in a studio apartment, but she...
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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Photo of Inspirations Bayside Assisted Living and Memory Care
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59 reviews
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She got excellent care while she was there. It was only 4 months. It truly gave my sister and I relief knowing that. My mom never complained and actually enjoyed the food and liked her care givers. I wish...
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.
The Woodlands Assisted Living offers seniors the best of everything: a hotel-like atmosphere with family caregivers. We are a 70-unit assisted living center, located in the Baltimore area, nestled among four acres of serene woods. Our Spacious dining room and community area encourages the...
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Photo of Meadowcrest at Middletown
1010 Photos available
8.7
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5 for all. They are great. The facility is spotless, food is excellent, all of the staff from front desk to nursing to administrative to food service are friendly and professional. Residents are made to feel...
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.
Meadowcrest at Middletown is the first community of its kind in the area. It offers a sleek, upscale design highlighted by modern influences and accents, as well as natural-looking materials.Quality, customized care is tailored to the needs of each resident. You’ll always have options when you...
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Photo of Lighthouse Senior Living at Martin’s Wood LLC for Hopkins Creek
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8.7
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Receptionist is phenomenal. The nurses great. Caregivers are good, but they have a lot of agency people in and out. It seems hard for them to keep good help. Cleaning staff is great. Food is 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.
Welcome to Lighthouse Senior Living! Our approach includes a variety of services — from 'independent living' to adaptive personal assistance, allowing us to continually meet the changing needs of our residents. Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek was created to address the increasing...
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Photo of Sunrise of Granite Run
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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After 6 weeks I couldn't be happier. Sunrise is very clean and the Care Givers take good care of their people. My wife is thriving there, she is eating, sleeping and socializing and happy. No complaints...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...
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Photo of Queenstown Landing
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8.7
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8.7
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My spouse is currently in memory care. First let me say that this is a beautiful facility inside and out. Sometimes the parking lot can be full but you can always find a place to park so this is a very minor...
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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Photo of Milford Place
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8.7
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73 reviews
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73 reviews
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This is a smaller facility with memory care on one side and two floors of assisted living on the other. It's a bright and airy entryway with friendly staff to welcome you. The dining room is straight ahead...
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.
Milford Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community located in Milford Delaware. We offer senior living services to residents in the southern Delaware area and beyond. Known as the Gateway to Southern Delaware, Milford has a premiere location within 20 minutes of popular Delaware beaches like...
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Photo of Rose Tree Place
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8.6
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103 reviews
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I love the variety of different activities that are offered to the residents. Food quality is very good. The staff is very caring and I've gotten to know some of them by name. The community appears very...
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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Photo of Paramount Senior Living at Newark
77 Photos available
8.6
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84 reviews
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Most of the staff are great, only a few are questionable. Food is ok. Activities are very repetitive, I would like to see mom get out of the memory care ward more often for activities. The place is clean,...
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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Photo of St. Mary Villa, a CCRC
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My mother has been in St. Mary’s for 6 months and is thriving there. She is eating again, has company and people to talk to and the staff are compassionate and kind. When adjustments have to be made, the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled quietly near the Wissahickon creek in Lansdale, PA is St. Mary Villa for Independent and Retirement living. From the moment you enter the elegant and well-appointed lobby, you'll feel immediately at home. Once you walk on the wide paths through the gardens and pass the chapel filled with...
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Photo of Springfield Crossings
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8.6
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What stood out most was being provided with a list of places that could fit our requirements: location, cost, and amenities. I would recommend your service as a way to narrow down a long list of...
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.
Photo of Daylesford Crossing
33 Photos available
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My dad was on the edge of needing a nursing home (vs high acuity assisted living). Daylesford assured me they would be able to meet his needs. Staff was usually willing to help with anything he asked, but...
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.
Daylesford Crossing has earned it's stellar reputation on the Main Line by delivering high quality, inclusive care with a unique emphasis on lifestyle. Our community is proud to be voted the "The Best of the Main Line" and we are also certified as a "Great Place to Work."We offer a full spectrum...
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Photo of The Quadrangle
1919 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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45 reviews
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I moved here four months ago during a stressful period — my husband was on hospice and passed only a few weeks later. Everyone was warmly supportive and welcoming. I have made many new friends and have...
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 Quadrangle, situated on 74 beautifully landscaped acres on Philadelphia's Main Line, is an independent full-service community meeting needs of seniors like you since 1986. The community is ideal for seniors who desire an active lifestyle. Residents enjoy gracious apartment accommodations, a...
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Photo of Harmony Village at Stanwick Road
1313 Photos available
Pricing promotions available
8.6
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42 reviews
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The staff is friendly and helpful. The food is good and there are several choices at each meal. They involved my mom in the activities. My mom has been there for a short time. I would recommend them to...
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.
CareOne Harmony Village at Moorestown, a new state-of-the-art Center that opened its doors in summer 2008, is a pioneering free-standing Assisted Living Community for the Memory Impaired. The Hearthstone Treatment Program featured at CareOne Harmony Village at Moorestown can improve the...
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Photo of Harmony at Kent
99 Photos available
3838 Floor plans available
8.5
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Staff is nice . Some communication mishaps . The first week dad was there he was forgot about didn't know he was there . His laundry took some time to get straight , he still gets other peoples clothes so I...
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 Kent offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a welcoming community.Located in Dover, Delaware, we offer comfortable apartments and engaging daily activities, life here feels balanced and connected.Here, a strong sense of community and supportive care make each...
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Photo of Eagleview Landing
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1414 Floor plans available
8.5
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I attended breakfast with Santa this past Saturday with my mother who is a resident in Exton([removed name]), and my 2 year old granddaughter. We had a great time with Santa and the Chef [removed name]...
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.
Welcome to Eagleview Landing: Where Luxury Meets CareDiscover Eagleview Landing—a beautifully designed senior living community nestled in Exton, Pennsylvania. Here, aging adults enjoy a lifestyle where luxury, comfort, and care seamlessly come together. Whether you are seeking personal care,...
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Photo of Colonial Woods Personal Care Home
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We recently brought my FIL to Colonial Woods for a respite stay. I toured the home before I considered bringing him to stay & was very pleasantly surprised by how pretty the grounds were, how clean the house...
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.
WHEELER CARE CENTERS offer something most others don't....We're house in the country! Does the countryside of Chester County, PA and a view overlooking the Brandywine Creek appeal to you? How about an inspiring and relaxing view of the woods from a lovely enclosed sunroom? Or walking trails...
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Photo of Nichols Senior Care
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8.5
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My mom originally resided at two different very large Assisted living facilities and her care was terrible. A year ago decided to move her for the third time and that was to Nichols Senior Care. In the year...
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.
Nichols Senior Care is a home designed to accommodate the needs of elderly people. Our home is a 16-bed facility, with private and semi-private rooms depending on availability. We specialize in the needs of the elderly who are not ready for a nursing home atmosphere but need supervision and...
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Photo of Viva Senior Living at Bel Air
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8.5
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[name removed] listened well and provided several options for me to explore. She provided checklists that helped a lot while touring facilities, enabling me to ask pertinent questions. Viva is a perfect fit...
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.
Viva Senior Living at Bel Air is located in Bel Air, MD, only 25 miles from Baltimore, life here has the charm of a small town with access to everything a big city has to offer. Along with our assisted living services, we’re one of only two secured memory care residences in the surrounding area....
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Photo of Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley
2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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73 reviews
8.5
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73 reviews
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I have had a great experience...the staff is extremely friendly and attentive, every time i have went the facility is clean and smells fresh. My mom seems to be in such better spirits and she now has friends...
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.
Less than 10 miles from the urban vitality of Center City and located within the historically and culturally rich enclave of Northwest Philadelphia, Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley offers personal care services in private accommodations within a beautiful, historic building. A complete range...
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Cost of assisted living in Porter, DE

The average cost of senior living in Porter is $6,367 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delaware City, DE with an average of $6,367 per month.

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

Porter, DE
$6,367/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Porter, DE, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,367/mo
$7,959/mo

Assisted living costs in Porter, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,576/mo
Studio
$5,243/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,501/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,513/mo

Senior living costs in Porter 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: Porter, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typePorter, DEDelawareU.S.
Assisted Living$6,367/mo$7,447/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,959/mo$8,414/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$4,127/mo$4,874/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Porter, DE:$6,367/mo
Delaware:$7,447/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Porter, DE:$7,959/mo
Delaware:$8,414/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Porter, DE:$4,127/mo
Delaware:$4,874/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Porter, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Porter 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.

Porter, DEDE stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Porter, DE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Porter 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 average 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
Porter, DE$6,039/mo$5,796/mo+4.2%
Delaware$6,390/mo$6,287/mo+1.6%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Porter, DE
2024 average cost:$6,039/mo
2023 average cost:$5,796/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,390/mo
2023 average cost:$6,287/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Porter, 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 Porter.

What families are saying about assisted living in Porter

Recent reviews for assisted living in Porter

Divine Care Assisted Living Inc in Baltimore, MD

4.3
The facility ca be described as a detached home that has been very tastefully refurbished and decorated. My family and I were impressed with the cleanliness, the furniture (brand new) and it has all of the up to date amenities. Mr. Benjamin has been very kind, respectful and patient with my ...
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Simpson Meadows in Downingtown, PA

3.9
I can't recommend the community due to the way we exited the community. We had multiple attempts to reconcile a balance due and it was never resolved and we never heard back on a resolution to this.

Maurice House in Millville, NJ

5.0
My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket

Porter review score based on 1,649 family reviews

8.3
Review score308 facilities1649 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1649 reviews of 308 Porter assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Porter 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

Porter review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Porter, DE308 facilities
8.3
Dover, DE93 facilities
8.8
Milford, DE14 facilities

Review subcategories for Porter 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 1,649 reviews of 308 Porter assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Porter 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.
Porter, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.4
Friendliness
3.2
3.4
Care services
2.9
3.1
Staff
3.0
3.3
Meals & dining
2.8
3.0
Activities
2.8
3.0
Value for cost*
2.8
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Porter assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Porter assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Porter, 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 Porter 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 Porter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Porter, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.5%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.5%
57.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.4%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.4%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Porter 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 Porter Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Porter, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.3%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.8%
41.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Porter 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 Porter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Porter, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.6%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.5%
42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.4%
37.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.3%
19.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Porter 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 Porter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Porter, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.1%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
18.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Porter 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 Porter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Porter, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
59.7%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.5%
31.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.2%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.7%
50.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.3%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.3%
39.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.1%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
44.5%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Porter

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Azalea of Cinnaminson, Morningside House of Collegeville and Blue Bell Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Porter, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 308 assisted living facilities near Porter, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Porter, Delaware are Azalea of Cinnaminson, Morningside House of Collegeville and Spring Village at Hammonton. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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