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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Elsmere, DE
If your loved one needs memory care in Elsmere, A Place for Mom can help. With 31 memory care facilities in Elsmere, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Elsmere incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Elsmere memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Elsmere, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Garden Court, Cedar Park and Walnut Hill.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Newark, Wilmington and Berwyn.
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My mother in law had a life changing event about a year ago. She moved here from out of state and was living with us for a while and it was difficult for her. We looked at several places and decided on...
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...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Elsmere, DE
The average cost of senior living in Elsmere is $5,312 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle, DE with an average of $5,163 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Elsmere, DE vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Elsmere, DE vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Elsmere, DE by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Elsmere
Recent reviews for memory care in Elsmere
Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville
4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it.
I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
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Freedom Village at Brandywine, a CCRC in Coatesville, PA
4.5
My mother has lived at Freedom Village since 1999, first in a beautiful condo, next in Assisted Living and finally in Skilled Care for the last 5 years. She is now 96 years old, legally blind, hard of hearing, and has advanced dementia. She spends most of her time in a wheelchair and is happy ...
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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.
Elsmere review score based on 118 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 118 reviews of 27 Elsmere memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Elsmere 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
Elsmere review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Elsmere 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 118 reviews of 27 Elsmere memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Elsmere 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.Elsmere, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Elsmere memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elsmere memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elsmere, 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 Elsmere 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 Elsmere 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
66.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.7%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Elsmere 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 Elsmere Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.4%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.7%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.9%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elsmere 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 Elsmere partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elsmere, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
51.9%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Elsmere 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 Elsmere communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
51.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elsmere 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 Elsmere offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
70.4%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.7%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.1%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.4%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
70.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.4%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Merrill Gardens at West Chester, Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville and Foulk Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Elsmere, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 31 memory care facilities near Elsmere, Delaware. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Elsmere, Delaware are Merrill Gardens at West Chester and Lorelton. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 31 memory care facilities near you in Elsmere, Delaware typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Elsmere, 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 Elsmere, 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 Elsmere, Delaware ranges from $495 to $12995. The average Memory Care cost in Elsmere, Delaware is $5,312. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Elsmere, Delaware typically starts at $495. 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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