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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Avalon, DE

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Memory care in Avalon 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 Avalon is about $5,616 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 32 communities, read 705 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Memory Care, 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.
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.
Newark Manor Nursing Home is an intermediate care facility with twenty four hour a day professional nursing care located on W. Main Street in Newark, Delaware. We have been in business since 1964. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our staff and the homelike environment we provide.We are...
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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 Avalon, DE

The average cost of senior living in Avalon is $5,616 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Castle, DE with an average of $5,457 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Avalon, DE vs. nearby cities

Avalon, DE
$5,616/mo
$5,608/mo
$5,524/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Avalon, DE vs. the state and national average

Avalon, DE
$5,616/mo
U.S. national average
$4,913/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Avalon vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,616/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Avalon, DE by room type

Semi-Private
$5,587/mo
Studio
$5,942/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,461/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,498/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Avalon over time

Avalon, DEDE stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Avalon

Recent reviews for memory care in Avalon

Harrison House Chester County in Coatesville, PA

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.

Avalon review score based on 130 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 130 reviews of 27 Avalon memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Avalon 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

Avalon review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Avalon, DE27 facilities
7.9
Newport, DE30 facilities
8.2
Elsmere, DE32 facilities

Review subcategories for Avalon 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 130 reviews of 27 Avalon memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Avalon 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.
Avalon, DE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Avalon memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avalon memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avalon, 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 Avalon 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 Avalon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Avalon, DENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.4%
66.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
48.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.6%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.1%
72.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.6%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
61.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.4%
72.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Avalon 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 Avalon Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Avalon, DENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.1%
74.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.1%
46.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.3%
70.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Avalon 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 Avalon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Avalon, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51.9%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.3%
45.5%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
42.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.3%
51.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37%
20.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Avalon 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 Avalon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Avalon, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.3%
32.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63%
40.8%
Room service
Room service
51.9%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.6%
23.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avalon 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 Avalon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Avalon, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
74.1%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.9%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.1%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63%
54.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.1%
61.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
74.1%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
74.1%
48.5%
Dances
Dances
48.1%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.1%
22.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.1%
47.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at West Chester, Foulk Living and Harrison House Chester County are the top-rated memory care facilities near Avalon, Delaware. See full list of communities.

There are 32 memory care facilities near Avalon, Delaware. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Avalon, Delaware is Morningside House of Exton. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 32 memory care facilities near you in Avalon, Delaware typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Avalon, 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 Avalon, 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 Avalon, Delaware ranges from $1 to $13700. The average Memory Care cost in Avalon, Delaware is $5,616. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Avalon, Delaware typically starts at $1. 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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