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The Lorelton

2200 West 4Th St., Wilmington, DE 19805

Assisted Living Memory Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(302) 573-3580


Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,363
  • Average State Price: $4,531
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • The Lorelton Description

    Built in 1932, The Lorelton’s building was originally the historic Charles B. Lore Elementary School. Taking up an entire city block, our amazing architectural structure gives residents not only a great deal of space, but each apartment features high ceilings and endless walls of windows. We realize one of the hardest adjustments we ever have to make is downsizing, but we’ve taken that into consideration for you. Our spacious apartments allow you to keep your most cherished items right by your side.

    Unlike chain owned facilities, The Lorelton is owned by a local foundation. We don’t have an impersonal corporate entity giving us “cookie cutter” type rules on what activities we should have, where we need to order our food or how we need to prepare or serve it. We’re not trying to knock the other guys, but our philosophy is to talk to our residents and staff about their preferences. We try to incorporate what they want into the day. For example, we play bingo, but we also play golf! (We aren’t trying to brag, but yes, we do have enough space for some highly attended putting!) We like to try new things and are always open to suggestions!

    Although The Lorelton Foundation is Not-for Profit, affordable and fun, we never cut corners when it comes to our staff. Each one of our dedicated professionals knows what it means to place your trust in us. It doesn’t surprise us at all that we have families who’ve been with us for over 25 years! Whether you’re looking for a little or a lot of help, or perhaps no help at all, check us out for yourself! We’ve got privacy when you want to be alone, and people nearby when you want to share experiences. If you’re looking for a dedicated, caring, home-like community with friendly staff, residents and families, then look no further, because you’ve come to the right place!

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.9
    The Lorelton
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 150 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 32 communities in Wilmington
  • Ranking in State: 15 out of 81 communities in DE
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Review Summary:

    • Some reviewers describe the staff as lazy and unhelpful, with complaints about the facility's temperature control and overall care quality.
    • Despite criticisms, including issues with pests and high costs, some find the dining experience and the building's historical charm to be positives.
    • Many appreciate the facility for its friendly and welcoming staff, cleanliness, and the sense of home it provides to residents.
    • Concerns are raised about increasing fees over time, unprofessional management, and potential discrimination.
    • The facility is praised for its caring and engaged staff, spacious and bright living spaces, and amenities like an art room.
    • There are serious concerns about the memory care provided, including safety issues, lack of staff presence, and inadequate personal care.
    • Some families report extremely negative experiences in the memory care section, citing poor hygiene, lack of COVID-19 precautions, and overall neglect.
    • Despite the mixed reviews, some still report a great overall experience, highlighting the staff's professionalism and niceness.


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    Health

    Licensed Nursing Staff 24-7

    Peace of Mind Wellness Checks

    Nurse Call System and Emergency Pendant System

    24 Hr. Individualized, Personal Hygiene Assistance

    Assisted Medication Management

    Toileting Assistance


    Services

    Weekly Housekeeping

    Laundry & Linen Service

    Maintenance

    All Utilities (Except Phone)

    Cable TV & Wi-Fi

    Scheduled Wellness Exams


    Activities

    Person Centered Activities

    Family Support Groups

    Year-round Greenhouse, Vegetable Garden

    Historic Library/Manor Room

    Game Room with Pool Table, Electronic Darts & Shuffleboard Table

    Social Lounges or Billiard Room


    Community Amenities

    Hair Salon / Barber Shop On Site

    Guest Suites

    Pets Welcome

    Fitness Center

    All Utilities (Except Phone)

    Cable TV & Wi-Fi


    Room Amenities

    Full Kitchen or Nicely Appointed Kitchenette

    Washer and Dryer Available in Most Apartments

    Wall-to-wall Carpeting

    Huge, Paned Windows with Window Coverings

    Thermostat Temperature Settings

    Apartment Bathrooms Separately Heated


    Dining

    Nutritious Meals and Snacks

    Interactive Kitchen

    1 Meal Per Day

    Snacks Delivered to Your Door Daily


    Transportation

    Transportation to Medical Appointments

    Weekly Transportation for Necessities and Fun

    Medical Transportation


    Pet

    Pets Welcome

    Pet Therapy



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Elsmere which is 1.4 miles away and has a population of 6,146 (very small town).
    • The average income is $45,063, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 81
      • Low Temperature: 35
      • Average Temperature: 58.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 147 days of rain, 18 days of snow and 199 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.0 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 36.4 years old, high compared to other cities.
    • 4.26% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 4.64% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1% Asian, 58% Black or African-American, 7% Hispanic or Latino, and 31% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 11.05 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.88 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.83 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.98 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.77 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 41.0, Moderate Days 19.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Save-A-Lot
    0.6 miles away
    Acme
    0.8 miles away
    Fresh Grocer
    1.0 miles away
    Brown Bag
    1.7 miles away
    Gigante
    3.1 miles away

    Transportation

    Wilmington
    1.6 miles away

    Bus Stations

    4
    1.2 miles away
    Wilmington Greyhound Terminal
    1.6 miles away
    2;35
    3.1 miles away
    DART Bus Stop
    3.6 miles away
    22;25
    4.2 miles away

    Banks

    Citizens Bank
    0.9 miles away
    Artisans’ Bank
    1.4 miles away
    Santander Consumer Bank
    1.5 miles away
    M&T Bank
    1.6 miles away
    Bank of America Financial Center
    2.0 miles away

    Hospitals

    Saint Francis Healthcare
    0.4 miles away
    Veterans Affairs Medical Center Wilmington
    1.6 miles away
    Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children
    2.2 miles away
    Delaware Psychiatric Center
    3.1 miles away
    Rockford Center: Gupta Saurabh MD
    5.8 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.8 miles away
    Rite Aid
    1.0 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.1 miles away
    Market Street Pharmacy
    1.8 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    2.5 miles away

    Dentists

    Wahl Family Dentistry
    3.1 miles away
    Kirkwood Dental
    3.3 miles away
    Pike Creek Dental
    6.3 miles away
    Main Street Dental
    6.6 miles away
    Westwood Oral Surgery Associates
    6.8 miles away

    Parks

    Woodlawn Park
    0.0 miles away
    Canby Park
    0.1 miles away
    Mack Park
    0.3 miles away
    Holden Parkway
    0.4 miles away
    Judy Johnson Park
    0.4 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Saint Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church
    0.5 miles away
    Saint Hedwig's Roman Catholic Church
    0.9 miles away
    Trinity Episcopal Church
    1.1 miles away
    Wilmington Friends Meeting House
    1.3 miles away
    Grace United Methodist Church
    1.3 miles away

    Shopping

    Independence Mall
    2.7 miles away
    Concord Mall
    5.2 miles away
    Christiana Mall
    6.3 miles away
    Shoppes at Buena Vista
    7.3 miles away
    Beaver Brook Plaza
    7.9 miles away

    Culture

    World Cafe Live
    1.5 miles away
    Grand Opera House
    1.5 miles away
    Station Gallery
    2.2 miles away
    Wilmington Drama League
    3.0 miles away
    Arden Gild Hall
    6.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    Dragon City Chinese Restaurant
    0.4 miles away
    Unique
    0.5 miles away
    China House
    0.6 miles away
    Grotto Pizza
    0.6 miles away
    Omka Grill & Sushi
    0.8 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of DE. It is a large-sized community with 100 total beds.

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