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Independent living in Newark, DE

2 independent living communities and continuing care retirement communities from public records.

Independent living communities
2
in Newark
Units
150
across all 2
Adults 65+
3,382
Census estimate for Newark
Within 25 miles
18
of the center of Newark
Independent LivingAssisted Living 7Memory Care 3Home Care 4Nursing Homes 5Senior Apartments 5
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Source: CMS Care Compare, Nursing Home Provider Information, processed Sep 1, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Newark (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Independent living communities near Newark

Counting neighboring towns, there are 18 independent living communities within 25 miles of the center of Newark, 16 more than in Newark itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Newark

See all 18 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Independent living in Newark at a glance

There are 2 independent living communities in Newark, DE, according to CMS Care Compare records. No single ZIP code dominates: the independent living communities are spread across 2 ZIP codes, and the busiest, 19711, has 1.1

By ZIP code

  • 197111
  • 197131
Independent living communities in Newark by the ZIP code on their license or certification record.1

By size

  • Under 50 units1
  • 50 to 149 units1
  • 150 units or more0
Size is the number of units on the public record.1

Licensing and oversight

How independent living is regulated in Delaware

Independent living is housing. Any assisted living, memory care or nursing care offered on the same campus is licensed separately; in Delaware, residential care is licensed by the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services.2

Paying for care

Ways to pay for independent living in Delaware

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Delaware Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Delaware Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.4
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.5 The Delaware Office of Veterans Services helps with claims (302-739-2792).6
Medicare counseling
Delaware’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-336-9500.7

Local resources

Local help for families in Newark

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for New Castle County8

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves New Castle County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    DHSS/Office of The Secretary9

    (302) 255-9367

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in New Castle County.

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Delaware Medicare Assistance Bureau7

    1-800-336-9500

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Delaware Office of Veterans Services6

    302-739-2792

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Delaware Medicaid agency3

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about independent living in Newark

How many independent living communities are in Newark, DE?

WeFoundCare lists 2 independent living communities in Newark, DE, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Newark there are 18.

How many units can independent living communities in Newark serve?

2 of the 2 independent living communities report units, for a combined 150 units. The Census Bureau estimates 3,382 adults age 65 and older live in Newark.

Which Newark ZIP codes have the most independent living communities?

19711 (1), 19713 (1). In all, 2 ZIP codes in Newark have at least one.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Newark?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In New Castle County, call (302) 255-9367.

Are there independent living communities near Newark?

Nearby cities with listings include Hockessin (1, 8.4 mi), West Grove (1, 10.5 mi), Greenville (1, 10.6 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing independent living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Newark

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from CMS Care Compare (Nursing Home Provider Information), Sep 1, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Newark (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.10
  • Units is the figure on the public record; 2 of 2 independent living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Newark (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Nursing Home Provider Information. data.cms.gov/provider-data/dataset/4pq5-n9py Accessed Sep 1, 2026.
  2. Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Health Care Quality. dhss.delaware.gov/dhcq/dhcq/licensed-assisted-living-facilities Accessed .
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.