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The Summit Assisted Living

5850 Limestone Road, Hockessin, DE 19707

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(302) 546-5422

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,822
One Bedroom
Estimated $6,074
Two Bedroom
Estimated $7,470

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,752
  • Average State Price: $5,047
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • The Summit Assisted Living Description

    The Summit Assisted Living is a very large 120 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care and is located in the small town of North Star, Delaware. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.2 out of 10 making it the 4th highest rated community in the city out of 5 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    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

    8.3
    The Summit Assisted Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 62 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 4 out of 5 communities in Hockessin
  • Ranking in State: 38 out of 84 communities in DE
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

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

    Reviews of The Summit senior living facility present a mixed picture, with some highlighting excellent experiences and others pointing out significant concerns.

    • Several reviews criticize the management and staff behavior, mentioning mistreatment of residents, poor management, and issues with staff discipline.
    • Contrastingly, many reviews praise the facility, mentioning wonderful staff, great food, and a variety of activities. The memory care unit receives special commendation for its attentive and friendly staff, engaging activities, and overall care quality.
    • Some employees express love for their jobs at The Summit, citing a caring and nurturing work environment and the joy of interacting with residents.
    • However, there are complaints about the facility's maintenance, including broken heating, leaks, and unclean common areas. Some reviews also mention safety concerns, such as the theft of a catalytic converter on the property.
    • There are concerns about the facility going downhill, with increases in prices, understaffing in the dining room leading to poor service, and changes in amenities and staff that negatively impact the resident experience.
    • Despite these issues, some reviews remain overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the cleanliness of the facility, the pleasant staff, and the excellent living conditions for older adults.

    In summary, while The Summit has received high praise for its staff, food, and resident engagement, there are significant concerns regarding management, staff behavior, facility maintenance, and safety that potential residents and their families should consider.


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    Health

    24-hour nursing

    On-site medical and therapy services available

    Medication management

    Continence management

    Medication administration

    Arrangement for additional rehabilitation services


    Services

    Showering and bathing assistance

    Personal grooming assistance

    Dressing and clothing selection assistance

    Assistance with eating

    Mobility and transfer assistance

    Weekly housekeeping


    Activities

    A calendar full of recreational and social activities

    Regularly scheduled recreational outings and day trips

    Full calendar of Celebrations events and activities

    Social and recreational activities

    Fun and engaging activities available seven days a week

    Recreational and social activities


    Community Amenities

    Beautiful landscaped grounds

    Grande Clubhouse with our team of professionals available 24/7

    Multi-function arts, games, and crafts area

    Professional barbershop and beauty salon

    Inviting common areas and living rooms

    Legends Club & Bar


    Room Amenities

    Emergency call system

    Fully-furnished sleeping accommodations

    Secure and safe location in a controlled environment


    Dining

    Delicious meals served tableside at Sensations dining room

    Delicious gourmet meals are served at your tableside daily in our Sensations dining room

    Three daily nutritious meals, along with snacks and beverages

    Gourmet meals with tableside service daily

    Friendly tableside service from our remarkable team members

    Executive-chefs prepared meals


    Transportation

    Complimentary scheduled transportation


    Pet

    Small pets always welcome

    Pet-friendly community



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is North Star which is 0.9 miles away and has a population of 7,980 (very small town).
    • The average income is $150,788, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 80
      • Low Temperature: 34
      • Average Temperature: 57.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 148 days of rain, 22 days of snow and 193 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.7 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • 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

    Acme
    1.2 miles away
    Chefs’ Haven
    2.3 miles away
    Harvest Market Natural Foods
    2.4 miles away
    Zingo's
    2.5 miles away
    Newark Farmers Market
    3.4 miles away

    Transportation

    Churchmans Crossing
    4.5 miles away

    Bus Stations

    DART Bus Stop
    4.9 miles away
    University of Delaware Parking Lot #6 on Christiana Dr.
    5.3 miles away
    4
    5.7 miles away

    Banks

    PNC Bank
    0.6 miles away
    M&T Bank
    1.0 miles away
    WSFS Bank
    1.3 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    2.3 miles away
    TD Bank
    2.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Rockford Center: Gupta Saurabh MD
    4.7 miles away
    Christiana Hospital
    4.7 miles away
    Veterans Affairs Medical Center Wilmington
    5.2 miles away
    Saint Francis Healthcare
    7.2 miles away
    Delaware Psychiatric Center
    7.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    1.2 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.5 miles away
    Walgreens Pharmacy
    2.2 miles away
    CVS
    4.1 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    4.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Pike Creek Dental
    1.0 miles away
    Hockessin Dental
    1.4 miles away
    Dental Associates of Delaware
    1.5 miles away
    Kirkwood Dental
    3.9 miles away
    Cari Orthodontics
    6.3 miles away

    Parks

    Mendenhall Village Park
    0.3 miles away
    Weather Hill Farm Park
    1.0 miles away
    Wood Creek
    1.5 miles away
    Paper Mill Park
    1.5 miles away
    Delcaste Recreation Area
    1.6 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Mill Creek Friends Meetinghouse
    2.1 miles away
    Red Clay Creek Presbyterian Church
    2.4 miles away
    Hockessin Friends Meetinghouse
    2.7 miles away
    St. James Episcopal Church
    3.4 miles away
    White Clay Creek Presbyterian Church
    3.8 miles away

    Shopping

    Christiana Mall
    5.8 miles away
    Shoppes at Buena Vista
    8.4 miles away
    Independence Mall
    8.7 miles away
    Beaver Brook Plaza
    8.8 miles away
    Concord Mall
    9.7 miles away

    Culture

    Everyday Artists Studio
    2.4 miles away
    Newark Arts Alliance
    5.2 miles away
    Chapel Street Players
    5.3 miles away
    Station Gallery
    5.9 miles away
    Kenneth Flash
    6.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Tyler's
    0.6 miles away
    Piree's Piri Piri Grill
    0.6 miles away
    Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza
    1.0 miles away
    Purebread Deli
    1.0 miles away
    Valle Italian Steakhouse
    1.2 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of DE. It is a large-sized community with 120 total beds.

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