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Reviewed by Victoria Collier, VA-Accredited Attorney Patriot Angels has helped 188 families in Delaware access the VA benefits they've earned.
Delaware In-Home Care by the Numbers
Paying the Monthly In-Home Care Bill in Delaware
The Delaware median for a home health aide is $6,673 a month (CareScout 2025, based on 44 hours of care a week), 0% above the U.S. median of $6,673. At about $35 an hour, a Delaware veteran who needs help mornings and evenings only may spend far less than the full-time median.
| Type of care | Delaware per month | U.S. per month | Share up to $3,845 covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-home care (non-medical, 44 hrs/week) | $6,673 | $6,673 | 58% |
| Assisted living | $7,600 | $6,200 | 51% |
| Nursing home, semi-private room | $14,494 | $9,581 | 27% |
All Delaware figures are CareScout 2025 medians. Agency rates vary with the hours, the shift length and whether care is overnight.
Check Delaware Aid & Attendance Eligibility for In-Home Care
Paid caregivers at home count as care costs for Aid & Attendance. A Delaware veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month. Our Aid & Attendance application tips cover what VA looks for in a in-home care claim.
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Delaware Veterans and Families Who May Qualify
Delaware is home to 59,557 veterans, 32,265 of them 65 or older, according to the American Community Survey (2020–2024). Delaware had 9,530 home health and personal care aide jobs in 2022, with 29.6% growth projected by 2032, so ask any agency how it staffs weekends and holidays.
Veteran-Approved In-Home Care Across Delaware
Patriot Angels works with 2 in-home care providers in Delaware.
| City | Partners | Home care agencies |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | 1 | 1 |
| Lewes | 1 | 1 |
Operators with the most Delaware locations: Griswold Home Care (2).
Featured Delaware Partners
Licensing for Delaware Home Care Agencies
Delaware requires agencies that provide non-medical personal care to hold a license, the Personal Assistance Services Agency (PASA) license, issued by Delaware Division of Health Care Quality. Ask any agency for its license number and look it up before the first visit.
Agencies that employ caregivers carry the payroll and injury coverage; hiring privately shifts that to your family.
Delaware Programs That Help With In-Home Care
Diamond State Health Plan Plus (DSHP-Plus) LTSS
Delaware Medicaid can pay for personal care at home for people who meet its medical and financial rules; waiting lists are common.
Aid & Attendance
Paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, so it can cover agency caregivers or a person the family hires in Delaware.
Housebound benefit
A veteran mostly confined to the Delaware home may get the smaller Housebound allowance instead of Aid & Attendance.
Find In-Home Care in Your Delaware City
2 Delaware cities have a in-home care page. Numbers show Patriot Angels partners.
Neighboring states: Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Delaware In-Home Care Questions
How much does in-home care cost in Delaware?
The Delaware median is $6,673 a month for 44 hours a week, about $35 an hour (CareScout 2025).
Can Aid & Attendance pay for home care in Delaware?
Yes. It is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, who can use up to $3,845 a month to pay a Delaware agency or a private caregiver.
Do Delaware home care agencies need a license?
Yes. Delaware licenses non-medical home care agencies.
Does Delaware Medicaid pay for care at home?
Diamond State Health Plan Plus (DSHP-Plus) LTSS can pay for personal care at home for people who qualify.
How many Patriot Angels in-home care partners serve Delaware?
2 providers in 2 cities.
New to Home Care? Start Here
For the in-home care basics that apply in Delaware and every other state, start with the national guide.
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