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Home Instead - Wilmington, DE in Wilmington, DE

Home Instead - Wilmington, DE is a senior community in Wilmington, DE.

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Home Instead - Wilmington, DE

1701 Shallcross Ave Suite A, Wilmington, DE 19806

To contact a resident: (302) 654-4003

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

4.6 from 33 reviews
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Overall Review of Home Instead - Wilmington, DE

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

In-home care is the center

Care is described as being provided in residents' homes for day-to-day support.

Many reviewers talk about Home Instead starting or continuing care in the comfort of the home, with helpers supporting daily routines. A few also describe moving through different care situations while keeping that in-home support as part of the plan. One reviewer specifically mentions caregiver help with transportation needs when driving wasn’t possible.

common 20 reviews mention this

Caregivers feel professional and caring

Residents and families repeatedly describe caregivers as professional, caring, and trustworthy.

Across the reviews, caregivers are described as dependable and respectful, with multiple mentions of compassion and attentiveness. Reviewers also highlight that caregivers take time to understand the situation and follow requested guidelines. Several people say they felt safe leaving a loved one in their care, including during difficult periods.

common 12 reviews mention this

Responsive communication and backup

Residents describe quick communication and dependable follow-through when schedules change.

Several reviewers say the office is responsive and that care coordinators help address schedule issues. Multiple people mention getting substitute caregivers promptly when someone is sick or unavailable. One reviewer also emphasizes that staying in regular contact with the care coordinator and caregiver is key to getting the right support.

common 8 reviews mention this

Flexible coverage for shifting needs

Families describe flexible support, including coverage for added days and changing routines.

Reviewers mention coverage across multiple shifts and days, with staff stepping in when needed. Others describe adding days to a regular schedule and receiving replacement caregivers without disruption. A few reviewers also describe helpers supporting practical errands and tasks that change over time.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Occasional office reliability problems

A small number of reviewers report negative experiences with reliability or attitude.

While most reviews are positive, at least a couple describe problems tied to the office experience. One reviewer reported being unhappy with someone’s rudeness, and another said no one showed up for a scheduled consultation. These issues appear in only a minority of the reviews compared with the overall themes of professionalism and support.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Transportation

  • New Castle County (6 miles away) New Castle County (6 miles away)
  • Philadelphia International (19 miles away) Philadelphia International (19 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Eye Doctors (0.1 miles)
  • Bellevue Heart Group - Hamid Deliri M.D. (0.6 miles)
  • Richard J. Schmidt, MD (1.4 miles)
  • Medical Examiner Office (1.4 miles)
  • AI Dupont Outpatient Cardiac Center (1.4 miles)
  • Gene Lee (2.3 miles)
  • Delaware Eye Surgeons (3.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.7 miles)

Parks

  • Brandywine Park (0.5 miles)
  • Alapocas Woods Park (1 miles)
  • Talley Day Park (2.5 miles)
  • Shipley Heights Park (2.7 miles)
  • Brandywine Creek State Park (2.9 miles)
  • Wilmington Manor Gardens Park (6.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Francis Hospital (0.8 miles)
  • Wilmington VA Medical Center (2.8 miles)
  • Delaware Psychiatric Center (4.2 miles)
  • Limestone Medical Center (5.6 miles)
  • Kanchana Thirumaleshwar Dr Mid Atlantic Endoscopy Center Newark (7 miles)
  • ChristianaCare Christiana Hospital Emergency Department (7.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Joseph R. Biden Jr. Railroad Station (WIL) (1.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Del Pez Mexican Gastropub (1.7 miles)
  • Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant (1.8 miles)
  • Big Fish Grill (1.9 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.6 miles)
  • Taco Bell (3.3 miles)
  • Casablanca Moroccan Restaurant (3.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (4 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (2.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.5 miles)
  • Border Cafe (6.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (7 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Brandywine Town Center (5.2 miles)
  • Cinemark Christiana and XD (7.2 miles)

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