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Assisted Living in Delaware
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Delaware at a glance
15
Assisted Living communities
12+
cities covered
$7,600
median / month
4.3★
avg rating
15
Assisted Living communities
12+
Delaware cities & towns
$7,600
Median monthly cost
4.3
Average rating
Overview
Assisted Living in Delaware
Assisted living in Delaware is among the costlier in the Mid-Atlantic, averaging about $7,600 a month. Wilmington and Dover run highest (often $8,300–$8,700+), while Georgetown and southern Delaware are more moderate.
Compare Delaware communities by city below, review what each offers, and get free help from a local advisor.
Costs
What assisted living costs in Delaware
Delaware assisted living averages about $7,600 a month, ranging from roughly $6,100 to $9,100+ by city and care level.
What affects the price? Location and local demand, private vs. shared room, the level of daily care needed, and add-ons like medication administration or nighttime support.
Ways families pay
Private pay
Delaware Medicaid
VA Aid & Attendance
Long-term care insurance
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What assisted living offers
Assisted Living provides help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, plus meals, housekeeping, and social life.
- Help with daily activities & medication management
- Meals, housekeeping & laundry
- Trained staff and a safe, supportive environment
- Activities, wellness & social connection
Delaware rules & paying for care
Assisted living facilities in Delaware are licensed by the Delaware Division of Health Care Quality (DHCQ).
- Delaware covers long-term services through Diamond State Health Plan-Plus (DSHP-Plus), its Medicaid managed long-term care program, which can pay for assisted living care services for eligible residents; room and board is paid privately
- Veterans may apply VA Aid & Attendance toward costs
- Private pay, savings, and long-term care insurance are common
Questions
Delaware assisted living FAQs
How much does assisted living cost in Delaware?
Delaware averages about $7,600 per month — roughly $6,850 in Georgetown up to $8,700 in Wilmington. Memory care runs higher, often near $8,800.
Does Delaware Medicaid pay for assisted living?
Yes — Diamond State Health Plan-Plus (DSHP-Plus) can cover assisted living care services for those who medically and financially qualify. Room and board is paid privately.
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Other care types in Delaware
Memory Care in DelawareSecured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with 24/7 supervision and trained staff
Nursing Homes in Delaware24/7 skilled nursing and medical care for people with complex or chronic health needs
Independent Living in DelawareMaintenance-free living with amenities and social opportunities for active, self-sufficient seniors
CCRCs in DelawareA full continuum of care — independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing — on one campus
Residential Care in DelawareSmall, home-like board-and-care homes offering personal care and supervision for a handful of residents
All Delaware senior livingBrowse every community by city
Free help finding assisted living in Delaware
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