The Lorelton sits at 2200 W 4th Street in Wilmington, Delaware, in a building that used to be a school, so it's got a lot of character, and it's now a nonprofit community run by The Lorelton Foundation, not a regular corporation or national chain. Founded back in 1987, the place is home to all kinds of people and has a staff that includes certified nursing assistants like Kimora Bronson, student workers like Amanda McFall from the University of Delaware, and an executive director named Sue Ruff. David Parkinson is part of the staff and brings a lot of licenses and degrees, like LNHA, B.S., LSW, CDP, and even serves as a Notary Public. The facility has about 51 to 200 employees in total, which lets them keep staff around at all hours, day and night, to offer help if someone needs something, whether that's getting in and out of bed, remembering medications, managing health like diabetes, or just needing a hand with dressing, walking, or bathing.
There are 82 apartments here, and these are all designed with seniors' needs in mind, with things like wheelchair access, internet, cable hook-ups, kitchens or kitchenettes, and washers and dryers in the rooms, plus they go from studios to two-bedroom spaces including some with wall-to-wall carpeting. Residents get three meals a day, with vegetarian options available, and there's a chance to eat together in the community dining room or even get room service brought to the apartment if that's easier, and beyond that, there are a bunch of snacks and a regular Sunday brunch the community looks forward to. They have skilled nursing and assisted living for folks who need help with everyday tasks, and there's also memory care, respite care, and hospice services if someone is nearing the end of life or needs a break from other types of care, plus they do help with medical needs like therapy, blood work, assisted medication management, and making sure everyone's got their doctors' appointments sorted, and they'll even offer free rides to those appointments or to local spots like Walgreens, St. Francis Hospital, Big Fish Grill, or Starbucks.
The building itself keeps people comfortable and social, with indoor and outdoor common areas, a greenhouse and gardens, an outdoor patio with a fountain that lights up at night, and even a secure courtyard that lets people relax outside safely, and there are also spots for putting, bocce, billiards, and a recreation room for all sorts of games and gatherings. The Lorelton has a lot going on every day, including live entertainment with things like opera singers, woodworking, art expos once a month, internet and computer classes, Tai Chi, yoga, and chair yoga, and they put out a new activities sheet at every resident's door each morning plus a special activities channel on the TVs in case someone wants to see what's coming up, so there are lots of ways to stay entertained, learn, or just have some fun with other folks. The place tries to work with whatever spiritual needs people have too, offering both in-house and offsite religious and devotional services, so people who want to worship or meditate can do so easily.
People can bring some pets along, and there's free Wi-Fi everywhere along with an onsite beautician and a salon/barbershop for keeping up with hair or getting a bit of pampering, and there's a full-time activities department that puts together all the daily events, art classes, music groups, and inter-generational or brain-training programs. Security is a big deal here, with licensed staff and nurses always present, visiting occupational and physical therapists, a locked memory care wing for residents who need extra care, and staff who have special training in ways of caring for people with memory issues. If support is needed while showering or going to the bathroom, or just getting around, there's always someone right there to help, and if something comes up suddenly, the nurse call system gets someone to the room at any hour, day or night. For socializing, residents can visit the library, social lounges, or arts department, and for those who enjoy outdoor activities, the grounds are secure, and Delaware Park is nearby, offering even more options.
The Lorelton offers personal care tailored to each person's needs with a focus on making people feel comfortable, supported, and part of a genuine community, and they put a strong emphasis on friendships, safety, and helping residents stay involved while making sure medical help and all kinds of services are available. The facility is verified on Seniorly, and all of this information is up to date as of now. If someone wants to find out more details, their website is http://lorelton.com.
