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10 Best Nursing Homes in Ocean View, DE

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Ocean View is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 39 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Ocean View, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Ocean View is about $6,166, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 534 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Ocean View, DE

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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.
Noble Senior Living at Rio Grande Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level of...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Ocean View, DE

The average cost of senior living in Ocean View is $6,166 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blades, DE with an average of $5,755 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Ocean View, DE, vs. nearby cities

Ocean View, DE
$6,166/mo
$6,286/mo

Nursing homes costs in Ocean View, DE, vs. state and national averages

Ocean View, DE
$6,166/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Nursing homes costs in Ocean View, DE, vs. other senior living options

$6,325/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,166/mo

Nursing homes costs in Ocean View, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,469/mo
Studio
$6,527/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,190/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,744/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Ocean View vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ocean View, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOcean View, DEDelawareU.S.
Nursing Homes$6,166/mo$6,174/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$5,838/mo$6,117/mo$4,712/mo
Memory Care$6,325/mo$6,174/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$6,471/mo$5,111/mo$4,160/mo
Nursing Homes
Ocean View, DE:$6,166/mo
Delaware:$6,174/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Ocean View, DE:$5,838/mo
Delaware:$6,117/mo
U.S.:$4,712/mo
Memory Care
Ocean View, DE:$6,325/mo
Delaware:$6,174/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Ocean View, DE:$6,471/mo
Delaware:$5,111/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Ocean View, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Ocean View 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.

Ocean View, DEDE stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Ocean View, DE

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Ocean View have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ocean View, DE$6,624/mo$5,920/mo+11.9%
Delaware$6,757/mo$6,358/mo+6.3%
National$5,670/mo$5,388/mo+5.2%
Ocean View, DE
2024 average cost:$6,624/mo
2023 average cost:$5,920/mo
Percent change:+11.9%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,757/mo
2023 average cost:$6,358/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,670/mo
2023 average cost:$5,388/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Ocean View

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Ocean View

Brandywine Fenwick Island by Monarch in Selbyville, DE

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

3.9
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 caregivers do not always abide by very clear instructions about some routines that we ...
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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview

5.0
[name removed] runs the facility like it’s your own home. She cares deeply for all residents and their families. She has answered all my questions gotten back to me with any concerns. I really feel as if my brother is getting the best care. she makes me feel very comfortable to be able to ask ...
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Ocean View nursing homes services and amenities

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

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Ocean View that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ocean View, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59.3%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.9%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.1%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.8%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.4%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ocean View nursing homes

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 Ocean View Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ocean View, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.4%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ocean View nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ocean View partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ocean View, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.7%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Ocean View nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ocean View communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ocean View, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
40.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ocean View nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Ocean View offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ocean View, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
51.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.1%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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