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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sussex County, DE
Assisted living costs in Sussex County average about $6,085 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 31 communities in Sussex County. Our detailed directory has 500 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Salisbury, Rehoboth Beach and Bethany Beach.
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56 reviews
I would recommend The Milford Place. Mom's experience has been good. She has been made comfortable and really enjoys socializing with the other residents. Unfortunately there are a few issues. The dining...
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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People have been generally pleasant to deal with and will greet my dad when they see him. Dining service is extremely slow. The only thing I would say negatively is that it's very pricey and you have to pay...
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.
A brand-new destination for senior living has arrived in Lewes!Seniors seeking resort-style living with abundant amenities, exceptional wellness programs and the flexibility of monthly rental apartments need look no further.With the final inspections and signs-offs having taken place during the...
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40 reviews
The phone call that changed our lives. [name removed] answered our call the day I began my search for my Mom's new home. She invited me to come to the community & see for myseld what they had to offer....
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.
Here you get to define your day every day.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our assisted living and memory care community could be the right fit for you. You’ll have help with medications, dressing and...
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30 reviews
Approaching six months at Heartfields. The facility is always neat and clean both inside and out. The people that we interact with have been great and helpful. The one thing I would like is feedback — about...
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 HeartFields, a Five Star Senior Living community! In our beautiful, home-like setting, which is convenient to major freeways, yet nestled on a campus-like setting on Talbot County waterfront, you will find 24-hour care services, respectful caregivers, Assisted Living with additional...
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53 reviews
Wow!!! Staff amazing!! Head Nursing amazing!! [Name removed] is the most loving Director Ever!!!! The facility is operated at the highest standards but with Love. Doors are open in most rooms and welcoming....
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.
Located in historic Salisbury, MD, near the TidalHealth Peninsula Regional medial center, Peregrine Senior Living at Salisbury is your premier choice for a modern lifestyle that is as engaging and inspiring as it is relaxing. Whether you are interested in independent living, assisted living or...
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9.2
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50 reviews
Our loved one says the meat is tough as well as the carrots, they are kind of disappointed with the quality. Our loved one only plays bingo but does enjoy the happy hours. Based on the experience we have had...
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.
Here you’ll have the care you need so you can focus on the fun.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Dover with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take a tai chi...
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10 reviews
Candle Light Cove is a hidden gem. Right in Easton, small and intimate. Our family hadn't explored assisted living until we really needed it. CLC was recommended by a family friend and we decided to take a...
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.
At Candle Light Cove, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. All meals are provided to residents. We love to accommodate visiting guests, meals included. Dining includes restaurant-style dining, room...
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8.9
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3 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Queenstown Landing and the facility was spotless. The staff was friendly and they were very accommodating. They tried to make all of the activities special,...
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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8.8
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30 reviews
In general the staff is very caring and helpful. As with most facilities; they seem to be short staffed with call-out and hiring the right people. Unfortunately, I find this true with most businesses in...
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.
Dover Place is an Enlivant senior living community nestled in a rural part of historic Dover, Delaware. Our rural setting provides the peace and tranquility that our residents desire, while our proximity to downtown Dover offers a world of entertainment and cultural activities, including The...
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8.6
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39 reviews
It felt like home to my parent. Pricing was reasonable. Staff was helpful and we would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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 is a new community, opening Late Fall of 2021. We are supported by Harmony Senior Services based in Charleston, S.C. Our new community will have 195 apartments catering to Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Featuring a formal dining room, bistro- style restaurant...
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8.2
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18 reviews
My husband stayed for 14 days. I was nervous about leaving him at first but the staff made him feel extremely comfortable. I had family members visit him when I was away and each one stated that he was in...
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.
Sterling Care Harbor Point is an assisted living and memory care community located in the city of Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland. Our exquisite community is well placed in the region on the head of Wicomico River. The river offers many sights to see and activities to engage in. Thus,...
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8.2
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31 reviews
These facilities tout how busy and engaged the resident will be but I've found it's very dependent on who is working on any given day how much activity actually takes place. Overall it's a good place but the...
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.
Lakeside Assisted Living at Mallard Landing is a well established retirement community centrally located in Salisbury, Maryland. We can provide you or your loved one with a worry-free lifestyle while not sacrificing privacy or independence. Our spacious apartments and variety of...
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8.2
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36 reviews
From the beginning of getting my family not only enrolled but every process step by step all of the staff of gull Creek that we worked with were great and my wife and i have been very happy with there...
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.
Discover a senior living community with a family atmosphere and small town ambiance. Gull Creek offers residents and their families a relaxed environment and a variety of retirement lifestyle offerings on a rental basis; Assisted Living apartments to a safe and secure Memory Care...
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8.0
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6 reviews
My mom is doing very well there. She actually loves the food and they give you specific people to sit with at breakfast lunch and dinner. They have plenty of things to do however she doesn’t really get...
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.
Victoria Commons provides high quality senior living services in the popular retirement town of North Cape May, New Jersey. Our beachfront town is a favorite vacation spot, peaceful and tranquil with fine dining and shopping readily available. At Victoria Commons, residents choose from a variety...
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6.0
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11 reviews
They are so awesome I cannot say enough about them. My uncle loves it there. Small town values. He was at [community removed] for 6 months beautiful property bells and whistles and awful staff uncaring...
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 Residence at Eden GreenIn the heart of Maryland’s eastern shore, this picturesque, wooded community offers a safe, loving environment for residents. The welcoming staff is committed to providing attentive, personalized care that helps residents feel at home. Our comforting interiors and...
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These places are hard to find but believe have found our loved one's home in Arcadia of Denton. Everything is nice, friendly staff, friendly and nice residents. Food is good, with many options. Activities...
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.
Arcadia of Denton II is our newest location on the eastern shore, which opened in February 2021. This location has 16 private rooms, a large living and dining area, and a secured back garden patio. A note from our Founder & CEO, Donna Poole:In 2003, I was 35 years old with 3 young children...
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2.0
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7 reviews
[name removed] was just wonderful. Every road block we had she gave her input. the facility was brand new and very nice inside, since it was new there were only 5 residents so they got great care. Even the...
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.
Arcadia of Denton I has 16 suites, all with private bathrooms. This location also has a large living and dining area, two activity rooms, and a backyard gazebo. A note from our Founder & CEO, Donna Poole:In 2003, I was 35 years old with 3 young children and running an accounting business. My...
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I have nothing, but good things to say about this community. The manager goes above and beyond. I am able to trust her judgement. If there is a major issue than I will receive a call from the manager....
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.
Chesapeake Cottage is a residential care home in the town of Snow Hill, Worchester County, MD. Our senior care home is accessible from Pocokome, Salisbury, and Ocean City. The group home setting is an attractive, independent living community for the seniors who would like a break from city life....
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6.9
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28 reviews
My experience with the lead sales manager was fantastic as our family was trying to find a place for Dad during a challenging time. She helped us navigate a tight timeline and even provided some basic...
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.
State Street Assisted Living is a community that is dedicated to the mission of making sure that every resident is like a part of our extended family. At State Street, we ensure that each resident is able to live their life to the highest potential by receiving personal...
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8.0
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24 reviews
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...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit. With on-site licensed nurses only steps away, 24 hours a...
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.
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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My Aunt Alma, who just turned 100 years old on [date removed], has happily resided at Brandywine Living at Seaside Pointe (Brandywine) in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for the past 6 years. Despite the lockdown...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...
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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.
Delmar Manor Assisted Living Delmar Manor Assisted Living is located in Delmar, MD in Wicomico County. Our residential care home supplies the care that you need right when you need it in an area that is quiet and peaceful. Those who spend time in Delmar enjoy all that Wicomico County has to...
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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware. We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware. The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
Cost of assisted living in Sussex County, DE
The average cost of senior living in Sussex County is $6,085 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, DE with an average of $5,109 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sussex County, DE vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sussex County, DE vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sussex County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Sussex County, DE by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Sussex County over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Sussex County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Sussex County
Peregrine Salisbury
4.6
We are very pleased with our choice. The facility has a home like feel. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. My mom loves the food and raves about it. They encourage families to come and eat with them. I would recommend Peregrine Salisbury to others.
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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Brandywine Living at Fenwick Island in Selbyville, DE
5.0
My mother has been a resident at Brandywine Fenwick for 2.5 years. During this period she has received outstanding personal and professional care. AL living is a significant transition and hard for all involved, and nothing is ever perfect. However the leadership and caregivers at Brandywine ...
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Sussex County review score based on 157 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 157 reviews of 29 Sussex County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Sussex County 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
Sussex County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Sussex County 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 157 reviews of 29 Sussex County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sussex County 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.Sussex County, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Sussex County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sussex County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sussex County, 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 Sussex County 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 Sussex County 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
69%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.2%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.4%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.4%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sussex County 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 Sussex County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.8%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sussex County 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 Sussex County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.5%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
51.7%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sussex County 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 Sussex County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sussex County, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.7%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
44.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sussex County 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 Sussex County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sussex County, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
58.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.6%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.8%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58.6%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
37.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sussex County
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Delaware assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Sussex County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Cape May, Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton and Peregrine Salisbury are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sussex County, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 31 assisted living facilities near Sussex County, Delaware. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Sussex County, Delaware are Peregrine Salisbury and Milford Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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