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Delaware is the county seat of Delaware County, Ohio, and it’s located in the heart of the state. The city’s main hospital, OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital, has a specialized senior health department. Delaware sees little crime and it’s been a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities since 2018. Approximately 42,814 people live in Delaware, and 13% are seniors aged 65 and older.
Assisted living facilities provide care for older adults in a residential setting. Residents receive help with activities of daily living such as getting bathed and dressed. These facilities provide access to social and life enrichment programs. Older adults may enjoy access to amenities such as a common TV room, a library and a secure garden. This type of care is suited for seniors who need some assistance with day-to-day living but wish to remain as independent as possible. In Delaware, seniors pay an average of $4,085 for their assisted living care.
This page offers price comparisons for assisted living in Delaware and other state regions. We’ve also put together a number of free programs and resources available to seniors in the city.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state — to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Ohio. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more — find contact information here.
Based on data collected in 2021 by the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living rates in Delaware average $4,085 per month.
Assisted living prices in Delaware are substantially lower than the corresponding state and national medians of $4,635 and $4,500.
Except for Springfield ($3,660), Delaware has the most affordable rates in the state for assisted living. The highest costs in the state can be found in northeastern areas such as Cleveland ($4,940) and Akron ($4,993). On the state line with Kentucky, in Cincinnati, assisted living costs $581 more than in Delaware. Seniors in Lima ($4,603) and Mansfield ($4,798), also pay a lot more for their residential care. Rates in Toledo ($4,219) are in a similar price range to Delaware, but the latter is still the more cost-effective option.
Note: Data for Delaware was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Columbus, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Ohio.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
| SourcePoint Enrichment Center | (740) 363-6677 | Older Delaware residents aged 55 and above can attend many social events at the SourcePoint Enrichment Center. The center offers programs to suit all interests including art classes, fitness classes, lifelong learning and trips to local places of interest. Membership is free of charge for county residents. |
| Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging | (800) 589-7277 | The local Area Agency on Aging is a central hub of resources that can help seniors looking into long-term care options. Older adults can speak to an adviser about regional services available such as financial benefits and assisted living facilities suiting their needs and budget. The AAA operates the Healthy, Well & Wise program, offering participants educational presentations on topics of interest to older adults. |
| Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program | (800) 686-1578 | Operated by the Ohio Department of Insurance, this statewide initiative empowers older adults to make informed decisions about their health insurance. OSHIIP is run by community-based fully trained volunteers. Seniors can receive free and impartial advice on Medicare-related topics, Medicaid benefits and long-term care insurance. |
| Legal Helpline for Ohio Seniors | (513) 345-4160 | As a free statewide program, the Legal Helpline for Ohio seniors is open to all older adults in the state, irrespective of their financial means. Seniors can book a telephone consultation to discuss their civil issues with an attorney. In some cases, the attorney can refer the caller to a local legal aid service for representation. |
| Delaware County Veterans Service | (740) 833-2010 | The county’s Veterans Service office can provide assistance to seniors who served in the nation’s military. Older adults can find out which benefits and military pensions they are eligible for and get help submitting their application to the VA center. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 282-1206 | When senior residents of assisted living facilities are not satisfied with the care they’re receiving, they can turn to the long-term care ombudsman for help and advice. Volunteers with the program advocate on behalf of residents, investigate complaints and encourage facilities towards a person-centered approach to care. |
| RSVP Volunteer Program | (614) 674-4201 | Delaware seniors can use their lifetime of experience to improve their communities by joining the RSVP program. Volunteers are matched with local opportunities according to their preferences and skills. Seniors who chose to donate their time benefit from ongoing training, excess insurance and occasional incentives such as gift cards. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Delaware area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
