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Nursing Homes in Delaware

Compare 26 nursing homes communities across Delaware — with real ratings, locations, and free help choosing the right fit.

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Delaware at a glance
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Overview

Nursing Homes 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 nursing homes 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.

Delaware median$13,000/mo
U.S. assisted living median$6,200/mo

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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Nursing Homes communities in Delaware

Browse communities in our Delaware directory — call for current pricing and availability.

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Nursing Homes by Delaware city

Explore communities in Delaware's cities and towns.

Wilmington18 Newark6 Dover6 Seaford3 Lewes2 Middletown2 Millsboro2 Smyrna2 Hockessin2 Milford1 Rehoboth Beach1 Delmar1

What nursing homes offers

Nursing Homes provides 24/7 skilled nursing and medical care for people with complex or chronic health needs.

  • Help with daily activities & medication management
  • Meals, housekeeping & laundry
  • Trained staff and a safe, supportive environment
  • Activities, wellness & social connection
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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
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Questions

Delaware nursing homes 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

Assisted Living in DelawareHelp with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, plus meals, housekeeping, and social life Memory Care in DelawareSecured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with 24/7 supervision and trained staff 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

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