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5850 Limestone Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707

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4.0
Beautiful place, like a resort!
Pretty expensive. Assisted living has concerts for activities, for memory care the activities vary. Food is delicious, we have eaten there several times and its amazing. They have a chef that went to a great culinary school. Facility is beautiful. Does not have a full time nursing home car

About the facility
The Summit

Situated in Hockessin, Delaware, The Summit offers a continuum of care for residents at any stage of life. Whether you’re seeking a comfortable place to call home among friendly, like-minded peers, you need assistance with activities of daily living, or you or a loved one are searching for a specially designed memory care community, The Summit has you covered. Staff is on hand 24/7, and the range of amenities, services, and compassionate caregivers create a comforting sense of home in a lively and supportive atmosphere.

Residents have access to social and recreational activities and events in arts, music, live entertainment, and more through the community’s signature Celebrations program. Their Sensations dining experience delivers a variety of menu options restaurant-style in a spacious and relaxed setting. Through the Dimensions fitness program, active senior living residents can stay fit and healthy as it promotes physical, mental, and emotional health.

Whether you need help making a reservation, booking tickets, or getting a ride somewhere, the Expressions concierge service team and Connections transportation service can offer their assistance. Residents also receive housekeeping and home maintenance services, and a range of personal and medical care from friendly, well-trained caregivers. From pleasant housekeepers and attentive servers at mealtime...

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Senior living options offered

Assisted Living

Memory Care

Independent Living

Pricing
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Active promotion

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Pet friendly

Yes

Pet friendly

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Care types offered

3

Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Care types offered

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Amenities
at The Summit

Healthcare Services

  • Memory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • High Acuity Care
  • Medication Management
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care

Meals & Dining

  • International Cuisine
  • Meals Provided
  • Guest Meals
  • Anytime Dining
  • Room Service
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef

Room Amenities

  • Air Conditioned
  • Full kitchen
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Kitchenette
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Bar or Pub
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

  • Uncovered Parking
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Resident Parking Available

Pets

  • Cats Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Dogs Allowed

Common areas

  • Meeting Room
  • TV Lounge
  • Main Street Shops
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • Library
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Central Fireplace
  • Barber Shop
  • Indoor Atrium

Recreational areas

  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Game Room
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Fitness Center
  • Arts and Crafts Center

Services

  • Beautician
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Housekeeping

Languages spoken

  • English

Activities

  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities On-site
  • Activities Off-site
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Stretching Classes
  • Tai Chi
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Forever Fit
  • Birthday Parties
  • Trivia Games
  • Community Service Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Happy Hour
  • Current Events Club
  • Holiday Parties
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Catholic Services
  • Protestant Services
  • Cooking Classes
  • Dances
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Book Club
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Live Well Programs
  • Bible Study Group
  • Gardening Club
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Walking Club
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Art Classes
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Wine Tasting
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Other Religious Services
  • Montessori Programs
  • Bridge Club
  • Men's Club

Reviews

for The Summit

3Review score9 reviews
3.0
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A Place for Mom has scored The Summit with 3 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 1 review in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Summit has 9 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4 out of 5.
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4.0
Cleanliness
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Care Services
4.3
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Meals & Dining
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Activities
4.3
Value for Cost
3.9
A Place for Mom has scored The Summit with 3 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 1 review in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Summit has 9 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4 out of 5.
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DAC - Family/friend
Assisted Living
September 6, 2024
3.0
The Summit
The Sunmit operates as a used car salesman. The promise your loved one will receive all this treatment and care, but once they are living it there, it’s completely different. They are understaffed and are not able to tend to each person adequately.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Care Services
2
Staff
3
Meals & Dining
3
Activities
3
Value for Cost
2
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
October 10, 2022
5.0
Verified Review
My Tour Experience at The Summit
This was a good community. They were a little more expensive than we wanted and the location was busier than we wanted as well.
anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
December 16, 2021
3.0
Verified Review
Tour of The Summit
We really liked The Summit but after they evaluated my loved one, they ghosted us. I contacted them to see if we got on the waiting list and never heard back from anybody.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
August 7, 2020
4.0
Verified Review
Beautiful place, like a resort!
Pretty expensive. Assisted living has concerts for activities, for memory care the activities vary. Food is delicious, we have eaten there several times and its amazing. They have a chef that went to a great culinary school. Facility is beautiful. Does not have a full time nursing home care at the moment, if mom needs more nursing care, we need to provide that for her. Would recommend this facility, it is very beautiful.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
4.5
Care Services
5
Activities
4
V. Draper - Family/friend
Memory Care
June 14, 2019
2.0
good until you need a repair
All is good until you need something repaired then just forget it. I have waited several months before posting this but now it's been well over a year and I am still waiting on a repair that was promised to be fixed BEFORE she moved in. My mom's balcony holds quite a bit of water. I was told several times that they poured water on it to see if it holds water. This has become a joke. It's obvious it hold water from the standing water and the stains. Their idea of a fix was to give my mom a broom and they told her to sweep her balcony as needed. No one returns my phone calls. We continue to pay rent on time as promised but they don't keep their promise. Now, there is a leak in her bathroom. The ceiling tiles fell down in the middle of the night. They replaced the tiles but never found the leak. The tiles seem to be very saturated now and appear to me that they will fall again soon. I didn't see anyone in her room today during the rain to see if they could find the leak. Like I said....GOOD LUCK GETTING ANY THING REPAIRED. And, the building was cheaply built in the first place. Lots of heating issues in the winter time. They are quick to bring space heaters though. LOL So, before you move in I would inspect the room closely and get anything in writing when it comes to making repairs before you move in. Once they have you in and are collecting a check....no one cares. I will say the front desk staff is very friendly, along with the wait staff and activity directors.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
2
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
August 30, 2017
5.0
too expensive but sounds really first class from my conversation with the marketing person.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
September 21, 2016
4.0
Verified Review
Great Tour!!
The community is a pet friendly place. They offer various activities such as stretching, yoga, and cooking classes. There are great amenities that they also offer like laundry services and housekeeping. The atmosphere of the place felt good and the people that i got to meet were very nice and helpful. The tour guide showed me throughout the whole community.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
September 12, 2016
5.0
Verified Review
We Couldn't Be Happier With My Parents Move Here
It has been difficult transition for my parent with their move to this community, but I know they are in good hands here. It is a good place for them to be, I know they are safe and being cared for well. We couldn't be happier with our choice to move our parents here. They have gotten involved in the community, with the activities offered. My mother's health is improving and she looks better. It has been wonderful experience for us. I would highly recommend this community, it has worked out well for us.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
September 22, 2015
5.0
Verified Review
It's beautiful, we like it very much.
It's beautiful, we like it very much. If they don't know something, they don't make it up. The food is pretty good, and they have plenty of activities. We liked the location, and it was pretty comparable to others. We liked the way the whole place was run, they let us try a sample meal, and we liked it. It's nice and new, and we liked the rooms.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Response from The Summit
November 2, 2015
We are very glad your family is having a good experience at The Summit. We will continue to strive to exceed your expectations every day!
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Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for Assisted Living. To ensure that a community meets your needs and expectations, we recommend that seniors and family members:

  • Tour the location: Touring allows you to speak to current residents and staff, and helps you confirm the accuracy of the community description and photos. Use our touring checklist to help guide your visit.

  • Confirm the availability of required services: Before you commit, make sure that the community offers all the services your senior needs, and that those services can be provided within your budget.

  • Know the Delaware regulations for Assisted Living: Each state has its own laws and inspections processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Depending on your state, you may even be able to look up inspection reports for the community(ies) you’re considering. Learn more about Delaware regulations for Assisted Living.

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The Summit offers Studio, 1 Bedroom and 2 Bedrooms. Learn more.

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