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Assisted Living Communities in Newark, Delaware

Located near White Clay Creek and home of the University of Delaware, Newark features 4 assisted living communities. The surrounding area also contributes 7 facilities, providing seniors with additional care options. Assisted living residents in Newark pay around $6,986 per month, making the city's facilities more affordable than the Delaware median but costlier than the national...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Newark, DE and Nearby Cities

According to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, the expected monthly cost of assisted living in Newark is $6,986. Seniors here pay more than the U.S. median of $5,350 but less than the Delaware baseline rate of $7,425. In Reading, PA, older adults receive more cost-effective care at roughly $4,914 per month. However, in Lancaster, PA, fees are closer to Newark's but still lower at $6,135. 

Newark, DE

$6,986

Delaware

$7,425

United States

$5,350

Reading, PA

$4,914

Allentown Area, PA

$5,274

Lancaster, PA

$6,135

York Area, PA

$4,950

Paying for Assisted Living in Newark

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Newark

The Diamond State Health Plan Plus (DSHP-Plus) program by the Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance (DMMA) of Delaware covers the cost of AL services for eligible seniors in Newark through a 1115 waiver.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Delaware page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Delaware page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Newark, DE

Assisted living represents the most affordable residential care model in Newark at approximately $6,986 per month. The median monthly cost of a semi-private room in a nursing home is $13,444. However, seniors save roughly $885 per month by hiring a home health aide or $4,386 by choosing adult day care instead of assisted living.

In-Home Care

$4,767

Home Health Care

$6,101

Adult Day Health Care

$2,600

Assisted Living Facility

$6,986

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$13,444

Note: Since data for Newark is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Philadelphia Area, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Newark

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Long-Term Care Ombudsman(302) 255-9235

Seniors who can't resolve issues directly with the owners and managers of their assisted living facilities can contact the Long-Term Care Ombudsman for help. Families of residents and third parties with concerns can also register complaints. The ombudsman will investigate and pursue a resolution with the facility. There's no charge for their services, which also include educating seniors about their rights and providing information about facilities that have long-term care.


Newark Senior Center(302) 737-2336

The hub for Newark's older population is Newark Senior Center, an independent nonprofit that's focused on supporting the city's elders. It's a place for friends to meet and take part in activities that can improve their physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. The center also provides practical assistance for those who may need extra help in the form of support groups and access to free advice. For a small fee, seniors can also share healthy, freshly prepared lunches with friends in the center's dining facility. 


VA Benefits and Health Care(215) 842-2000

The Wilmington Regional Office of VA Benefits and Health Care is staffed by vets who can help their comrades understand and apply for the benefits they're entitled to, including state, federal and local support. As an example, some seniors in assisted living may qualify for the VA Aid and Attendance benefit, a monthly payment to help with the residential care costs of vets and their spouses. The staff can also refer vets and their families to the nearby Wilmington VA Medical Center.


Delaware Medicare Assistance Bureau(800) 336-9500

Delaware Medicare Assistance Bureau is a free insurance counseling service for seniors with Medicare and those looking for help to enroll. Counselors provide impartial advice and won't try to sell plans, including when they introduce private health care options. They can help seniors determine the best plans for their long-term needs, assist with their applications and challenge decisions if Medicare is denied.


What to Consider About Assisted Living in Newark

The Division of Health Care Quality, which is part of the Department of Health and Social Services, regulates assisted living facilities in Delaware. Facilities must apply for a license from the division before they can open their doors to seniors. The division can carry out unannounced inspections, legally force underperforming facilities to comply and revoke licenses from those that fail.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Newark

  • Sperling’s Best Places compares U.S. cities to a national average of 100 to identify their affordability. Newark scores 104.1, placing it above the national and state averages. At first glance, this makes the city look less attractive, but it makes sense. Delaware is above-average in cost terms, and Newark’s proximity to major cities, such as Philadelphia and Baltimore, serves to make it more attractive and raises prices.
  • Newark is safer than average when compared to other cities in the state and the country, but its property crime figures are above average. However, seniors in many assisted living communities can find comfort in knowing their facilities are watched over 24/7 by surveillance cameras and staff is always nearby.
  • The medical facilities in Newark are excellent. They include a high number of physicians registered to treat Medicare physicians and the No. 1 medical facility in the state: ChristianaCare Hospitals. Due to its location, Newark’s seniors are also within an hour’s journey of the Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania and Johns Hopkins Hospital, ranked No. 13 and No. 4 in the country.
  •  For $2 per day, the Newark Senior Center bus can collect members from their homes, bring them to the center and take them home again. On Fridays, it also takes seniors on trips to local shopping centers.
  • Newark has one of the better climates in the state. Its annual snowfall is less than half the U.S. average, and temperatures range between 24 degrees in winter to 87 in summer. The annual rainfall is above-average, but that only enriches the soil that births the city’s profusion of trees, grassland and flora.
  • There are several tax advantages to living in Newark. The tax rates for the city, county and state are 0%, which helps seniors hold on to more of their incomes and lowers costs for goods. Additionally, Delaware’s retirees aren’t taxed on their Social Security retirement benefits.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Newark

Newark-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Delaware are required to follow. Visit our 

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Delores

I visited this facility

Review of Somerford House & Place of Newark

We toured Somerford House & Place of Newark. That was wonderful. The staff there was wonderful. It was a beautiful facility. It was great. We toured assisted living. My mom needs independent living...

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Marc Joseph

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Paramount Senior Living at Newark

Very high turnover with staffing. They also are very good at over billing.

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Gregg

I visited this facility

Review of Somerford House & Place of Newark

My mom will be moving into Somerford House & Place of Newark. I liked that it was clean and quaint and had kind of a nice setting. It was a nice-looking place and it had friendly people. It seemed...

Provider response

Gregg, we are honored that your mom will soon be making Somerford House & Place of Newark her new home. We were thrilled to know the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the community stood out to you...

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