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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dover, DE

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Dover, DE area.

We found 7 communities near Dover, DE
Senior Helpers - Dover, DE

Senior Helpers - Dover, DE

9 East Loockerman Street Suite 3B, Dover, DE 19901 (2.5 mi from city center)
Home Care
State Street Assisted Living

State Street Assisted Living

21 N State Street, Dover, DE 19901 (2.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Harmony at Kent

Harmony at Kent

1435 E Lebanon Rd, Dover, DE 19901 (3.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Vicdania Health Services

Vicdania Health Services

1019 S Governors Ave, Dover, DE 19904 (3.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
of 5
Brookdale Dover

Brookdale Dover

150 Saulsbury Road, Dover, DE 19904 (3.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Dover Place

Dover Place

1203 Walker Rd, Dover, DE 19904 (4.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Cadia Healthcare Capitol Healthcare

Cadia Healthcare Capitol Healthcare

1225 Walker Rd, Dover, DE 19904 (4.2 mi from city center)
Nursing Home
of 5
  • Senior Helpers - Dover, DE
  • State Street Assisted Living
  • Harmony at Kent
  • Vicdania Health Services
  • Brookdale Dover
  • Dover Place
  • Cadia Healthcare Capitol Healthcare

Senior Living Statistics for Dover, Delaware

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Dover varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Dover
Assisted Living $6,051
Memory Care $6,051
Independent Living $5,021
Nursing Home: Private Room $6,603
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,475
Nursing Home: Studio $5,765
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $6,037
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Dover


In 2024, the cost of living in Dover includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
Dover $6,051
Townsend $5,227
Hartly N/A

Here is how the cost of living in Dover compares to Delaware and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Dover $6,051
Delaware $5,736
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Dover


Number of senior living facilities in:

Dover

7

Surrounding Area

7

Delaware

44

Dover Demographics


Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of Dover, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.

Population:

Dover has a population of 39,097.
  • 48.3% Male
  • 51.7% Female

Marital Status:

  • 40.5% Married
  • 13.6% Divorced
  • 39.8% Never Married
  • 6.1% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 32.7% of the population.
  • 10.9% in their 50s
  • 10.2% in their 60s
  • 7.6% in their 70s
  • 4% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 52.5% White
  • 31.3% Black
  • 3.1% Asian
  • 0.2% Native
  • 0.2% Pacific
  • 3.3% Identifying as Other
  • 9.5% Mixed Race
  • 13.2% Hispanic

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.