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Photo of Lakeside Assisted Living At Mallard Landing
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These facilities tout how busy and engaged the resident will be but I've found it's very dependent on who is working on any given day how much activity actually takes place. Overall it's a good place but the...
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.
Lakeside Assisted Living at Mallard Landing is a well established retirement community centrally located in Salisbury, Maryland. We can provide you or your loved one with a worry-free lifestyle while not sacrificing privacy or independence.  Our spacious apartments and variety of...
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These places are hard to find but believe have found our loved one's home in Arcadia of Denton. Everything is nice, friendly staff, friendly and nice residents. Food is good, with many options. Activities...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Arcadia of Denton II is our newest location on the eastern shore, which opened in February 2021. This location has 16 private rooms, a large living and dining area, and a secured back garden patio. A note from our Founder & CEO, Donna Poole:In 2003, I was 35 years old with 3 young children...
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I would recommend Arcadia. Small and more hands on facility. Very good care. Staff was wonderful and very loving and caring to the residents. Price is good with no added charges.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Arcadia of Denton I has 16 suites, all with private bathrooms. This location also has a large living and dining area, two activity rooms, and a backyard gazebo. A note from our Founder & CEO, Donna Poole:In 2003, I was 35 years old with 3 young children and running an accounting business. My...
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Photo of Brandywine Seaside Pointe by Monarch
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The observant and caring nature of the aides/caregivers. The caregivers treat all residents as individuals and cater to their needs as individuals. They know each resident as a person and treat them with...
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.
At Brandywine Seaside Pointe, life by the shore is more than just ocean breezes—it’s a lifestyle filled with ease, joy, and meaningful connection, where every day feels like a permanent vacation. Nestled in scenic Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, our community offers effortless access to local favorites...
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Photo of Brandywine Fenwick Island by Monarch
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My Mom recently celebrated her 95th birthday. The staff at Brandywine couldn’t have done more to make her day more special. From her caregiver who dressed Mom up so beautifully-and accessorized to the...
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.
Just minutes from the sandy shores of Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, and Ocean City, Brandywine Fenwick Island offers a refreshing blend of seaside serenity and sophisticated senior living. With easy access to local favorites—from concerts at Freeman Arts Pavilion to charming boutiques and...
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I have nothing, but good things to say about this community. The manager goes above and beyond. I am able to trust her judgement. If there is a major issue than I will receive a call from the manager....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Chesapeake Cottage is a residential care home in the town of Snow Hill, Worchester County, MD. Our senior care home is accessible from Pocokome, Salisbury, and Ocean City. The group home setting is an attractive, independent living community for the seniors who would like a break from city life....
Photo of The Peartree House Assisted Living at Shadow Oak - Pasadena, MD
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My mother has been a resident for a year at PearTree. We have found the staff very friendly, experienced, and able to assist with all her needs as she is bed dependent and also has dementia. Although it's...
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.
Peartree Assisted Living at Shadow Oak is a newly built assisted living facility located conveniently between Baltimore and Annapolis, and less than 1 hour from Washington, DC. We are owned and operated by five Registered Nurses. Our comfortable setting is designed for 15 residents - each with...
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My loved one, [name removed], came to Brightview from another facility. I knew neither he nor I could stay there another day and it was with great happiness we made the move to Brightview, South River,...
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.
Experience something new every day at Brightview South River. Begin your morning with a breakfast served to you in our restaurant-quality dining room, check your email in our media room, followed by a game of cards in one of our many living room areas. Participate in one of the many events...
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My aunt has recently made the move into this community and so far we are very happy with how things are going for her. The staff have been excellent and I am comfortable with the care she has been...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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 Brightview Severna Park
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My mom moved into Brightview, Severna Park, MD this past week. It has been a very positve experience so far. The staff has been great a welcoming her and getting her settled. The actual building is...
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 community features full-service Independent Living apartments on a monthly rental basis with No Large Entrance Fee. The all-inclusive monthly fee will include private 1 or 2-bedroom apartment homes, exterior and interior maintenance including appliances, full kitchens, washer/dryer,...
Photo of Cypress Creek Assisted Living
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From the director to the head nurses and the staff down the line, everyone made us feel like family. It's a lovely, quiet, gentle, place to live and for my husband who had cancer, to die. Everyone was...
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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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
     Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware.  We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware.  The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
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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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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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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.
Photo of Delmar Villa
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My mom has been here for three years and I can honestly say that things are always great. They are very attentive to the needs of all the resident and go above and beyond to meet each persons need. I...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Delmar Villa Delmar Villa is a senior care home that is located in Wicomico County in Delmar, Maryland. While only encompassing 1.73 square miles, Delmar is considered to be part of the Salisbury Maryland-Delaware Metropolitan Statistical Area. Due to its crossing of the state border, it has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of Delmar Manor Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Delmar Manor Assisted Living Delmar Manor Assisted Living is located in Delmar, MD in Wicomico County. Our residential care home supplies the care that you need right when you need it in an area that is quiet and peaceful. Those who spend time in Delmar enjoy all that Wicomico County has to...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Arcadia of Chester has 15 private and semi-private rooms. This location features a large living area, as well as a garden walking path, patio, and tiki bar. A note from our Founder & CEO, Donna Poole:In 2003, I was 35 years old with 3 young children and running an accounting business. My...
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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.
[Why John B. Parsons?]The John B. Parsons Assisted Living Community has served seniors on the Delmarva Peninsula for more than 100 years. Our family-owned and operated community offers a special warmth and ambience in the beautiful, stately John B. Parsons mansion where fine arts and antiques...
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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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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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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Guiding Hands Assisted Living Guiding Hands Assisted Living is a residential care home located in rural Berlin, Maryland in Worcester County. The city of Berlin is located in the southern part of Maryland, about 10 miles from the Atlantic Coastline. There are plenty of recreational areas located...

Cost of assisted living in Hickman, DE

The average cost of senior living in Hickman is $6,184 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seaford, DE with an average of $5,400 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Hickman, DE vs. nearby cities

Hickman, DE
$6,184/mo
$5,667/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Hickman, DE vs. the state and national average

Hickman, DE
$6,184/mo
U.S. national average
$4,693/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Hickman vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,184/mo
$6,795/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Hickman, DE by room type

Semi-Private
$5,889/mo
Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$6,980/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,593/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,134/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Hickman over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hickman, DE

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Hickman.

What families are saying about assisted living in Hickman

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hickman

Queenstown Landing

5.0
My inlaws reside at Queenstown Landing. My Father In Law recently passed. The kindness and warmth provided to him is beyond words. Exceptional care and interaction with the residents and families. The Staff is Family, and knows their resident's personalities and needs. They have the best ...
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Brandywine Fenwick Island by Monarch in Selbyville, DE

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Brandywine Fenwick for 2.5 years. During this period she has received outstanding personal and professional care. AL living is a significant transition and hard for all involved, and nothing is ever perfect. However the leadership and caregivers at Brandywine ...
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Celebration Villa of Manresa in Annapolis, MD

5.0
My loved one was briefly a resident at Celebration Villa of Manresa and the overall experience at this facility was great. They were wonderful. My loved one was not able to participate in the activities, so I cannot rate those. But from what I witnessed, they looked good. Ultimately, they were ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Affordable pricing with some unexpected increases. Several reviews mention the varying affordability of communities, with some expressing disappointment over unexpected price increases. For instance, at The Residence at Eden Green, the monthly rent has increased significantly despite the outdated facilities and lack of updates, leading residen ...
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Dedicated and friendly staff members. Many residents express appreciation for the kind and caring nature of the staff at their community. Reviews for Gull Creek Senior Living Community frequently mention the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have developed with the community's caregivers.
Thoughtfully planned activities for residents. Residents find enjoyment in the specialized activities offered at communities. At Dover Place, staff members organize a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools for swimming sessions, hikes and fishing days at nearby city parks, and more.
Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor areas like gardens and walking trails. Residents of mention the updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in the library, while reviews for show appreciation for the ...
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Communication between families and staff is a priority. Families appreciate frequent, detailed conversations with community staff members to keep them informed and ensure care needs are being met. At the , for example, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
Personalized care plans for individual needs. Several residents mention the accommodating nature of caregivers, who make adjustments to provide the best care possible for each individual. For instance, at Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury, staff went above and beyond to help a resident with a shortage of care services, even bringing ...
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Hickman review score based on 257 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 257 reviews of 59 Hickman assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hickman 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

Hickman review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Hickman, DE59 facilities
8.1
Greenwood, DE6 facilities
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Farmington, DE5 facilities

Review subcategories for Hickman 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 257 reviews of 59 Hickman assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hickman 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
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Hickman assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hickman assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hickman, 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 Hickman 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 Hickman 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
69.5%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.7%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
97.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.6%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.5%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.9%
96.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.5%
47.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.5%
52.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Hickman 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 Hickman Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hickman, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.3%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.2%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.5%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hickman 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 Hickman partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.1%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.5%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
47.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.7%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.3%
16.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Hickman 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 Hickman communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hickman, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
37.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hickman 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 Hickman offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hickman, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
54.2%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.8%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.6%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.6%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.9%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.4%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.4%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.6%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
55.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
32.2%
30%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.6%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hickman

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Delaware assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Hickman protect seniors.

Learn about Delaware Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Cape May, Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton and Peregrine Salisbury are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Hickman, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 61 assisted living facilities near Hickman, Delaware. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Hickman, Delaware are Brookdale Cape May and Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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