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Last Updated: 11/20/25
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I'm very happy to be here! It's a clean, nice looking place, and it was in great shape when I moved in! The staff here is very friendly, and very organized, They check in every morning to make sure everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers is a beautiful assisted living community located in historic Willmington, Delaware. Willmington has many galleries, museums, and gardens for its residents to enjoy. You can also enjoy one of the many ethnic festival that are held in Willmington each year. The staff at Luther Towers...
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Marcus Hook, PA

The average cost of senior living in Marcus Hook is $5,187 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chester Heights, PA with an average of $5,077 per month.

Assisted living costs in Marcus Hook, PA, vs. nearby cities

Marcus Hook, PA
$5,187/mo
$5,207/mo
$5,265/mo

Assisted living costs in Marcus Hook, PA, vs. state and national averages

Marcus Hook, PA
$5,187/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Marcus Hook, PA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,187/mo
$6,012/mo

Assisted living costs in Marcus Hook, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,829/mo
Studio
$5,254/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,993/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,373/mo

Senior living costs in Marcus Hook 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: Marcus Hook, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarcus Hook, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,187/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$6,012/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$4,554/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Marcus Hook, PA:$5,187/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Marcus Hook, PA:$6,012/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Marcus Hook, PA:$4,554/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Marcus Hook, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Marcus Hook 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Marcus Hook, PA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Marcus Hook 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
Marcus Hook, PA$5,136/mo$4,655/mo+10.3%
Pennsylvania$5,315/mo$5,145/mo+3.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Marcus Hook, PA
2024 average cost:$5,136/mo
2023 average cost:$4,655/mo
Percent change:+10.3%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$5,315/mo
2023 average cost:$5,145/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Marcus Hook, PA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Marcus Hook

Recent reviews for assisted living in Marcus Hook

Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE

4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Exton Senior Living

4.9
"Cozy" environment, long term staff with very few agency hires, management very involved in daily operations, and processes in place to evaluate residents as conditions change. Activities got a little lower of a score because they do not have a gym with equipment like his prior facility did.

Premier Cadbury in Cherry Hill, NJ

5.0
Wonderful place to live this is a really great community with a very friendly and competent staff and the people that live here are all so nice. We have everything we need here we have in staff doctors and nurses and we get three meals a day and we have housekeeping and people to maintain our ...
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Marcus Hook review score based on 200 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 200 reviews of 26 Marcus Hook assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Marcus Hook review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Marcus Hook review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Marcus Hook, PA26 facilities
8.5
Trainer, PA34 facilities
8.6
Chester, PA30 facilities

Review subcategories for Marcus Hook assisted living

When assisted living 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 200 reviews of 26 Marcus Hook assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Marcus Hook resident and family assisted living 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.
Marcus Hook, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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Marcus Hook assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Marcus Hook that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marcus Hook, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
84.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
76.9%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
88.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
57.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Marcus Hook assisted living

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 Marcus Hook Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marcus Hook, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
88.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.4%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marcus Hook assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Marcus Hook partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marcus Hook, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
61.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Marcus Hook assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Marcus Hook communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marcus Hook, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marcus Hook assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Marcus Hook offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marcus Hook, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
84.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
84.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
73.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
76.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
84.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
80.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.2%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
84.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Marcus Hook

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Marcus Hook protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Merrill Gardens at West Chester, Foulk Living and Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line a CCRC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 34 assisted living facilities near Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania are Traditions of Cross Keys, Cardinal Village and Morningside House of Exton. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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