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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Blackiston, DE

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Memory care in Blackiston offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Blackiston is about $7,773 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 138 communities, read 3810 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Middletown, Dover and Chestertown.

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Photo of Encore at Wilmington
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55 Floor plans available
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We feel the need to highlight the care our Mother is receiving from Encore at Wilmington. The Staff have been warm and welcoming. Walking around the Facility, you are sure to be greeted with a ‘Hello’ and a...
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.
Shipley Living is a full service, continuing care rental retirement community serving independent living, assisted living, and skilled and rehabilitation services.Shipley Living, a proud member of the community for over 35 years, was originally elementary school; it is located in the Brandywine...
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They are a caring staff the facility is clean and activities each day. However, the food that is served to my mother leaves a lot to be desired. She has expressed her dislike as well as another resident too.
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.
Morningside House at Satyr Hill is an assisted living community located in Parkville, Maryland in Baltimore County and home to just over 30,000 people. Residents will be able to enjoy quiet, park-like settings while still being close to area shops, malls, restaurants, movies, museums and sporting...
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My uncle has been very happy at Cogir. After only two months, he already feels at home and is receiving wonderful care from the staff. His studio apartment is surprisingly spacious, with a kitchenette, a...
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.
Combine amazing service, great friends, and resort-level amenities and you’ve got the perfect recipe for all the comforts of home. Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills offers Independent Living, Personal Care and Memory Care all in one campus for flexibility and convenience.With amenities like a...
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The staff have been very nice and helpful. Sadly some of the favorites have left but all in all they are good people. The cleanliness is great! Very pleased with the apartment size and location of the...
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 Glasgow offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a welcoming community.Located in Newark, Delaware, we offer comfortable apartments, shared spaces, and daily activities, residents enjoy a lifestyle that feels relaxed and connected.Here, support is always nearby,...
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I would tell them my mom truly enjoys living there and the food is always great, and they can make special meals at the resident's request, as necessary. The service is wonderful and the staff always seem...
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.
Discovery Commons Newark is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood just outside of downtown Newark, near Handloff Park and the University of Delaware. We are just a short ride into downtown Newark, a Great American Main Street winner! Enjoy our on-site restaurant for a meal or quick snack...
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. I think our overall experience has been good. My MIL has settled in. She has been getting PT, and has been involved with the activities which she seems to like.
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 Sunrise of North Severna Park
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Everything at the Sheridan is top notch. They get back to emails timely, the facility is very clean and my dad is thriving there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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 Sheridan at Severna Park, has newly opened as of August 2023. We offer upscale senior living in a desirable Maryland location between Baltimore and Annapolis. Residing between the Magothy and Severn rivers, our beautifully-appointed community will feature a nautical aesthetic fit for an area...
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9.0
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The Lodge is a very nice facility, but only offers limited nursing care. My 104 year old mother-in-law had to move out after 8 days because she needed more nursing care than they offer. Some hire outside...
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 Lodge at Historic Lewes boasts 175 modern and spacious apartments. Available to residents are several full-service dining outlets including high-quality restaurants and a casual bistro; state-of-the art fitness center; on-site physical, occupational and speech therapy; an array of fitness and...
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Photo of Merion Gardens Assisted Living
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Merion Gardens is very clean, serving good and nutritious food. Wonderful activities for residents and staff is very inclusive of residents' families. We are extremely happy with my dad's care. My mom passed...
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.
Merion Gardens Assisted Living is located in CarneyÆs Point, New Jersey. Merion Gardens is owned and supervised by local physicians. Since they are known for making wellness a priority, residents and loved ones can be assured that each resident is provided exceptional service in a supportive...
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My feelings about my mother’s assisted living facility are mixed. I do want to recognize the people who have made a real difference in her life. There are staff members here who are incredibly kind, loving,...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Assisted Living Management was founded in 1999 and currently owns and operates six turn-of-the-century homes focused on enhancing the quality of life for all seniors. Each home is licensed for 15 residents and has been designed specifically for seniors. A place that gives residents control over...
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Photo of Victoria Commons Assisted Living
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It took about 3 months for my mom to get acclimated to the move and their system of doing things but after that initial adjustment she has settled right in. The administrator is amazing, always answering my...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
At Victoria Commons Assisted Living, residents choose from a variety of accommodations ranging from studios to two bedroom apartments, most of which feature private balconies or patios encouraging you to enjoy the salt ocean air. Our nursing staff is available around the clock to ensure the...
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Severna Park
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Overall, our experience has been very positive. We had a few issues at the beginning, but we brought them to the director’s attention, and everything was worked out. We are very happy with the staff, care,...
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.
Spring Arbor of Severna Park is an assisted living community located in Severna Park, Maryland, in Anne Arundel County and home to about 38,000 people. Severna Park is a beautiful town on the water and close to the D.C. area, as well as Baltimore and Annapolis. Residents can take trips and group...
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Photo of Sunrise at Bay Village
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Overall the facility is well managed, well kept and well staffed, at a cost as would be expected. Food is good, but many times my mother indicates there is too much, which she hates to throw away. Activities...
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.
Sunrise at Bay Village is a state-of-the-art Assisted Living and Dementia Care community nestled on 3 acres of a tranquil wooded setting while still being convenient to shopping and downtown Annapolis. Staying true to the vision of Annapolis, Sunrise at Bay Village has planned a community that...
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Photo of State Street Assisted Living
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My overall experience has been 5 stars. The facility has a very friendly and welcoming vibe. The food is delicious and my father is thriving having the opportunity to partake in exercise classes, game...
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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They make sure you don't stay in your room all day and do their best to get you out of the room. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
At Summit Place we pride ourselves on our relaxed home like atmosphere where our residents come first. We are located in the small town of Glassboro, New Jersey, just one half mile east of Rowan College and two miles south of Lakeside Park. Our residents are happy to call Summit Place home due...
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My husband was diagnosed with dementia in 2022, and moved to the Maples in [date removed]. It was a hard decision but it turned out to be the right one. He had a comfortable room and bath, and was able 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.
Maples at Stoneleigh is the newest memory care facility in the Towson area! This mansion was built in 1924 and was used as a nursing home for several years. The building was completely renovated in December 2019.Our facility is managed by Sagelife and we are proud to be an assisted living...
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Photo of Sunrise of Annapolis
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The staff is amazing so kind and loving. It is very clean. I live out of state and I go down as much as possible. My aunt is always happy and well looked after. She is in memory care. The staff in memory...
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.
Sunrise of Annapolis is conveniently located on Bestgate Road in Annapolis, close to Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis Mall and scenic historic Annapolis. We pride ourselves in having a truly caring staff that has served our seniors for many years and have been awarded the 'Best Assisted...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Cost of memory care in Blackiston, DE

The average cost of senior living in Blackiston is $7,773 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clayton, DE with an average of $7,773 per month.

Memory care costs in Blackiston, DE, vs. state and national averages

Blackiston, DE
$7,773/mo
U.S. national average
$7,121/mo

Memory care costs in Blackiston, DE, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,773/mo

Memory care costs in Blackiston, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,400/mo
Studio
$7,901/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,876/mo

Senior living costs in Blackiston 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: Blackiston, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlackiston, DEDelawareU.S.
Memory Care$7,773/mo$8,414/mo$7,121/mo
Assisted Living$6,840/mo$7,447/mo$5,909/mo
Independent Living$4,492/mo$4,874/mo$3,532/mo
Memory Care
Blackiston, DE:$7,773/mo
Delaware:$8,414/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Assisted Living
Blackiston, DE:$6,840/mo
Delaware:$7,447/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Independent Living
Blackiston, DE:$4,492/mo
Delaware:$4,874/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Memory care costs in Blackiston, DE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Blackiston 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.

Blackiston, DEDE stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Blackiston, DE

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Blackiston 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
Blackiston, DE$7,244/mo$6,916/mo+4.7%
Delaware$6,876/mo$6,361/mo+8.1%
National$6,334/mo$5,939/mo+6.7%
Blackiston, DE
2024 average cost:$7,244/mo
2023 average cost:$6,916/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$6,876/mo
2023 average cost:$6,361/mo
Percent change:+8.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,334/mo
2023 average cost:$5,939/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Blackiston

Recent reviews for memory care in Blackiston

The Residence at Chadds Ford in Glen Mills, PA

5.0
I would definitely recommend this community. It is brand new and extremely clean. The community has everything my mom needs. The staff is very friendly, kind, and attentive. The communication is great and they have built a relationship with us.

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

Mullica Gardens Assisted Living in Mullica Hill, NJ

3.9
My loved one was previously a resident at Mullica Gardens Assisted Living and the overall experience was good. I knew that my loved one was safe and that was very important to me. Overall, the staff was good. Some were poor and some were great. The food was good. The activities were great, ...
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Blackiston review score based on 731 family reviews

8.5
Review score138 facilities731 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 731 reviews of 138 Blackiston memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Blackiston review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Blackiston review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Blackiston, DE138 facilities
8.8
Milford, DE12 facilities
8.0
Wilmington, DE101 facilities

Review subcategories for Blackiston memory care

When memory care 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 731 reviews of 138 Blackiston memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Blackiston resident and family memory care 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.
Blackiston, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.0
3.7
Friendliness
3.1
3.8
Care services
2.9
3.4
Staff
3.0
3.6
Meals & dining
2.7
3.3
Activities
2.8
3.3
Value for cost*
2.8
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Blackiston memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Blackiston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Blackiston, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.9%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.5%
47.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.4%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.7%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.8%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.3%
69.6%
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 Blackiston memory care

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 Blackiston Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Blackiston, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.6%
72.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.3%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
68.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.2%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blackiston memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Blackiston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blackiston, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.9%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
56.5%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.7%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
42%
23.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Blackiston memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Blackiston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blackiston, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.8%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.4%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
51.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.9%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blackiston memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Blackiston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blackiston, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
68.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.6%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.4%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.6%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.3%
59.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.1%
39.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.6%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
67.4%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
48.6%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.4%
46.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Blackiston

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Blackiston protect seniors.
Learn about Delaware memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Candle Light Cove, Woodbury Mews and Brookdale Cape May are the top-rated memory care facilities near Blackiston, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 138 memory care facilities near Blackiston, Delaware. See the full list.
The 138 memory care facilities near you in Blackiston, Delaware typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Blackiston, Delaware, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Blackiston, Delaware, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Blackiston, Delaware ranges from $$5,400 to $$8,870. The average Memory Care cost in Blackiston, Delaware is $7,773. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Blackiston, Delaware typically starts at $$5,400. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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