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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Dover nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Dover, DE may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Dover or another care type is right for you. Browse 9 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Dover.
We are also serving Nursing Homes facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Village Of Westover, Towne Point and Highland Acres South.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Smyrna, Rising Sun-Lebanon or Fairview.
Types of care available in Dover, DE
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company and they are there to make money; they're not in great favor, but this is my one and only experience with a retirement home.
I would recommend Cadia Rehabilitation Broadmeadow to a friend.
5 stars for all! We know other people who had been here and had a good experience which was the main reason we chose this facility. Everyone was compassionate and responded to her needs
150 Saulsbury Road, Dover, DE 19904
Our loved one says the meat is tough as well as the carrots, they are kind of disappointed with the quality. Our loved one only plays bingo but does enjoy the happy hours. Based on the experience we have had...
Here you’ll have the care you need so you can focus on the fun.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Dover with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take a tai chi...
1203 Walker Rd, Dover, DE 19904
In general the staff is very caring and helpful. As with most facilities; they seem to be short staffed with call-out and hiring the right people. Unfortunately, I find this true with most businesses in...
Dover Place is an Enlivant senior living community nestled in a rural part of historic Dover, Delaware. Our rural setting provides the peace and tranquility that our residents desire, while our proximity to downtown Dover offers a world of entertainment and cultural activities, including The...
1435 E Lebanon Rd, Dover, DE 19901
It felt like home to my parent. Pricing was reasonable. Staff was helpful and we would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
Harmony at Kent is a new community, opening Late Fall of 2021. We are supported by Harmony Senior Services based in Charleston, S.C. Our new community will have 195 apartments catering to Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Featuring a formal dining room, bistro- style restaurant...
21 N State Street, Dover, DE 19901
My experience with the lead sales manager was fantastic as our family was trying to find a place for Dad during a challenging time. She helped us navigate a tight timeline and even provided some basic...
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...
1225 Walker Rd, Dover, DE 19904
My husband, [name removed], was a patient for rehab at your Dover, DE facility from [dates removed] in the Magnolia unit. The improvement in [name removed] was amazing in such a short time! It was a team...
At Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol, our team is dedicated to using the latest therapeutic technologies while supporting an atmosphere that recognizes individual needs. Our diverse skilled team of medical professionals works in tandem to create a tailored plan of care, using the wide variety of...
430 Kings Hwy, Dover, DE 19901
My mom really wanted to go here but there were no openings. This community is newer and nice.
1167 McKee Road, Dover, DE 19904
We toured this community when we were looking into care options for our loved one. This was a nice enough looking place, and the staff were friendly and professional during the tour. This community was one of the larger ones that we looked at, and we...
1080 Silver Lake Blvd, Dover, DE 19904
At Silver Lake Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and...
110 Persimmon Cir E, Dover, DE 19901
Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:
Nursing homes — also called convalescent homes or skilled nursing facilities — are intended for seniors who require 24-hour monitoring and medical assistance. These facilities are designed to promote independence among seniors who require constant nursing care to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), but do not require hospital-level care.
The median monthly cost for a private room in a Dover nursing home is about $11,600, and the median monthly cost of a private home in a nursing home in the state of Delaware is about $11,400, according to Genworth.
Dover, DE offers many great nursing home options, and A Place for Mom can help you find the right one.
The costs associated with living in Dover are rated 2 points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are rated right on par with the average. All index scores are based on a sliding scale with the national average set at 100.
| Cost-of-living index | Grocery index | Median rent | Rent burden | Median home value | Median family income | Estate tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98 | 100 | $1,165 | 20.5% of residents spend over 30% of their income on rent | $174,152 | $49,738 | None |
The top hospitals in Dover include:
Given its location, Delaware’s climate falls in a transition area with a climate classified as humid subtropical to the south and humid continental to the north. The surrounding bodies of water — Delaware Bay, Chesapeake Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean — help moderate temperature extremes, but Dover still has cold winters and hot summers, with a decent amount of precipitation. The average humidity level is about 70%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at around 73%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| Average summer temp | Typical summer high | Typical summer low | Average winter temp | Typical winter high | Typical winter low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76°F | 87°F (July) | 64°F (July) | 38°F | 50°F (December) | 28°F (January) |
Air Quality
| Average air quality index rating | Average maximum air quality index rating |
|---|---|
| 40 (Good) | 49 in June (Good) |
Precipitation
| Average monthly precipitation | Average maximum monthly precipitation | Average yearly snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| 7” | 10” (July) | 15” |
2016 Presidential Election for Kent County
| Voted Democratic | Voted Republican | Voted Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| 44.6% | 49.5% | 5.9% |
Population Statistics
| Population metro area | Population city proper | Population density | Population trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 115,352 | 37,538 | 612 people per square mile | Growing at a rate of 1.69% |
Age
| Median | 55+ | 60+ | 70+ | 80+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 23% | 8% | 6% | 4% |
Highest Level of Education
| High-school diploma | College degree | Graduate degree |
|---|---|---|
| 26% | 30% | 13% |
Race & Ethnicity
| Asian | Black | Hispanic | Native American | Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | White | Two or more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2% | 45.8% | 7.5% | 1.0% | <0.1% | 40.9% | 5.1% |
Crime
| Total crimes | Property crimes per 1,000 citizens | Violent crimes per 1,000 citizens |
|---|---|---|
| 2,060 | 47 | 7 |
Miscellaneous
| Unemployed | Participate in the labor force | Have some form of disability | Live in poverty | Widows | Veterans |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6% | 61% | 14% | 19% | 6% | 12% |
Dover is considered moderately friendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. Delaware leads all states with the highest share of same-sex households at 1.6%, according to 2018 data from the U.S. Census Bureau. According to the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index — which rates cities’ inclusivity of LGBTQ+ people based current on laws, policies, and services — in 2019, Dover scored 28 out of 30 points in the category for non-discrimination laws, and the city’s overall score was 54 out of 100 points.
As the capital of the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution, Dover is a city filled with historic sites, but there’s more to do than learn about the country’s Colonial days. For example, Dover International Speedway — with the intimidating nickname “The Monster Mile” — hosts two NASCAR races every year, and its grounds include the popular Dover Downs Hotel and Casino along with a horse track. And for those who admire the fine arts, the Biggs Museum of American Art features an impressive collection of paintings, sculpture, and furniture. Dover’s Silver Lake and surrounding park is a great place for outdoor activities, featuring trails, playgrounds, picnics, fishing, and boating — all a short distance from downtown and the historic district.
Of course, anyone interested in U.S. history will find lots to choose from in Dover. The Dover Green Historic District is the city’s original square dating back to the early 1700s. You may feel transported back in time on a walking tour through Dover Green, as you’ll be surrounded by Colonial-era buildings including the John Bell House, the Parke-Ridgely House, and The Old State House, which is Delaware’s original capitol building and was completed in 1792. Just outside of town is the timeless estate of John Dickinson, one of the country’s Founding Fathers and known as the “Penman of the Revolution.” The Air Mobility Command Museum, located near Dover Air Force Base, has one of the country’s largest collections of U.S. military cargo and tanker aircraft. Other specialty museums include the Johnson Victrola Museum and the Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village.
Transportation
The Delaware Authority for Regional Transit (DART) provides bus services throughout Dover and the state. Bus services connecting riders to surrounding cities run from the Dover Transit Center. DART has a program called Senior Citizens Affordable Taxi (SCAT), which provides a 50% discount on taxi fares for passengers with a DART SCAT photo ID card.
Most of Dover’s popular tourist areas, like downtown and the Dover Green Historic District, are compact enough to be easily traversable on foot. Visitors can also rent cars from all the major car rental companies or use popular ride-sharing services.
Traditions of Cross Keys, Brookdale Cape May and Foulk Living are the top-rated nursing homes near Dover, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 9 nursing homes near Dover, Delaware. See the full list.
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