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Millcroft in Newark, DE

Millcroft is an assisted living community in Newark, DE.

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Millcroft in Newark, DE

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  • Interior

    A cozy and well-decorated bedroom with hardwood flooring, featuring a comfortable bed, multiple dressers, and stylish lamps.

  • Outdoors

    The front entrance of a brick building with landscaped gardens and flowers.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a bed, two patterned chairs, and soft lighting.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and dining area.

  • Building

    A hotel building with a landscaped entrance and overcast skies.

  • Architecture

    A view of a hotel entrance surrounded by lush greenery.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom featuring a single bed, an armchair, and a window allowing natural light to fill the space.

  • Windows

    A cozy room featuring a grand piano and large windows with elegant drapes, accompanied by an American flag.

  • Dining

    A well-set dining room with striped chairs and elegant lighting.

  • Landscaping

    An apartment building with a prominently displayed American flag and a sign reading 'Milcroft Living' in front, surrounded by well-maintained landscaping.

  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stovetop, and a stylish backsplash.

  • Garden

    A sunny patio with tables set for outdoor dining in a garden setting.

  • Artwork

    A traditional living room featuring elegant furniture, including a sofa, chairs, a wooden coffee table, and lamps.

  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room featuring elegant furniture and a fireplace.

255 Possum Park Road, Newark, DE 19711

To contact a resident: (302) 366-0160

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.1 from 195 reviews
5 stars
128
4 stars
18
3 stars
14
2 stars
8
1 stars
27

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Millcroft Costs & Pricing

Millcroft presents a competitive pricing structure for its living accommodations when compared to both New Castle County and the broader state of Delaware. For instance, residents opting for a studio will find Millcroft's rate of $3,000 significantly more economical than the county average of $4,083 and the state average of $4,281. Similarly, those seeking a one-bedroom unit can take advantage of Millcroft's price of $4,000, which is slightly higher than the county's average but still below the state's figure. The two-bedroom option at Millcroft is priced at $5,100, which stands out as substantially higher than the county's average ($4,540) yet aligns closely with Delaware's own average costs ($4,999). Overall, these figures reflect Millcroft's strategic positioning in providing appealing options that cater to diverse budget considerations within the local and state housing markets.

Floor plansMillcroftNew Castle CountyDelaware
Studio$3,000$4,083$4,281
1 Bedroom$4,000$3,843$4,105
2 Bedrooms$5,100$4,540$4,999

Overall Review of Millcroft

differentiator 22 reviews mention this

Care experience is a mixed bag

Residents describe a wide range of care experiences, including both strongly positive help and serious neglect concerns.

Some reviewers describe residents being well attended, safe, and supported by nurses, aides, and therapists, with care that helped them recover or feel comfortable. Other reviewers report breakdowns in basic care, such as delayed help, neglected hygiene, call bell issues, medication or treatment problems, and concerns about responsiveness. A few comments also describe the community as part of a continuum where residents can receive different levels of care in one place, including rehab after hospital stays.

common 14 reviews mention this

Dining is mostly praised

Dining is frequently described positively, with residents and families highlighting variety and dietary options.

Many reviewers mention the meals as a strength, describing the food as tasty or excellent and noting multiple choices. Several also connect meal delivery and support with feeling cared for day to day. A smaller set of reviews is disappointed with how meals are handled, including repeating preferred items being ignored or not matching dietary preferences.

  • An inviting outdoor patio area with tables set for dining under colorful umbrellas.
  • Elegantly set dining room with chandeliers and neatly arranged tables.
  • A well-set dining room with striped chairs and elegant lighting.
caveat 7 reviews mention this

Facility cleanliness and condition split

While many visitors find the building clean and well kept, some reviews raise concerns about the physical condition.

Several reviewers say the facility is clean and that common areas and apartments look maintained and comfortable. Some also describe the environment as welcoming during tours and visits. At the same time, a handful of reviews describe serious concerns about hygiene and building upkeep, including references to unpleasant conditions and reported problems that others claim should be addressed.

common 9 reviews mention this

Activities can vary day to day

Reviews describe scheduled activities and off-site events, but some residents report limited engagement.

Many reviews mention activities and community events, including group gatherings and opportunities to get involved. Some families also describe day-to-day programming as helpful for adjustment and quality of life. However, a few reviewers specifically call out stretches with no activities or feeling bored or isolated during their stay.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Pricing is a common complaint

Cost shows up as a recurring concern, with reviewers saying it can feel far above what they expected.

Some reviews explicitly flag the overall expense, including comments that it is too expensive for many families. Others discuss value tradeoffs rather than denying quality. The community’s published ranges position it as a higher-cost option compared with external benchmarks across studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts.

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Features

Housing

  • 198 resident community capacity 198 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • General store General store
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • New Castle County (7 miles away) New Castle County (7 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Mormon/LDS services Mormon/LDS services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English
  • French French
  • Spanish Spanish

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Newark, Delaware offers a convenient location with a variety of amenities nearby. There are several pharmacies within a few miles, making it easy to access necessary medications and healthcare supplies. A selection of restaurants, cafes, and breweries provide options for dining out or grabbing a coffee with friends. In terms of healthcare, there are multiple physician offices and hospitals in close proximity for medical needs. Additionally, the presence of parks allows for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Places of worship offer spiritual fulfillment, while a nearby theater provides entertainment options. Overall, this area combines convenience, healthcare accessibility, dining choices, and leisure activities for seniors looking to settle in Newark.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Timothy's of Newark (1.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.6 miles)
  • Grain Craft Bar + Kitchen (1.7 miles)
  • Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant (1.8 miles)
  • The Deer Park Tavern (2.1 miles)
  • The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille (2.7 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Dr Glassner's Office (1.7 miles)
  • Delaware Eye Care Center (1.7 miles)
  • UD Student Health Center (2.5 miles)
  • Konigsberg Ralee MD Westside Family Healthcare (3 miles)
  • First State Orthopedics (3 miles)
  • All About Women (3 miles)
  • Kiddocs PA (3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.9 miles)
  • Little Goat Coffee Roasting (1.9 miles)
  • Drip Cafe (1.9 miles)
  • Border Cafe (4.5 miles)
  • HAC Cafe (5 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.6 miles)

Parks

  • White Clay Creek State Park (2.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Medical Arts Pavilion 1 (3.7 miles)
  • ChristianaCare Christiana Hospital Emergency Department (3.8 miles)
  • Kanchana Thirumaleshwar Dr Mid Atlantic Endoscopy Center Newark (3.9 miles)
  • Limestone Medical Center (4.4 miles)
  • Christiana Medical Center (4.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • The Barn (4.8 miles)
  • Vineyard Christian Fellowship (5 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark Christiana and XD (4.9 miles)

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