In-Home Hospice Support in Pike Creek Valley, DE
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Hospice Support in Pike Creek Valley, DE: the local picture
Medicare lists 9 hospices whose service area includes Pike Creek Valley ZIP codes, the nearest offices being Acts Signature Hospice Delaware in Hockessin (3.3 mi) and Christianacare Accentcare Hosp & Palliative Care in Newark (4.2 mi).
679 Pike Creek Valley residents 65 or older live alone (33% of those in households). Someone on hospice who lives alone usually needs added hours of help between the hospice team’s visits.
Pike Creek Valley compared with New Castle County and Delaware
| Census figure | Pike Creek Valley | New Castle County | Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 28% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ with difficulty dressing or bathing | 11% | 7.2% | 5.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 17% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.2% | 7.8% | 7.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $59,615 | $68,907 | — |
Older residents in towns around Pike Creek Valley
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Live alone (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pike Creek, DE | 1.4 mi | 1,419 | 37% |
| North Star, DE | 2.5 mi | 1,779 | 20% |
| Hockessin, DE | 3.9 mi | 3,560 | 22% |
| Brookside, DE | 4.4 mi | 1,982 | 29% |
| Newark, DE | 4.8 mi | 3,382 | 33% |
| Elsmere, DE | 5.5 mi | 774 | 33% |
Hospices serving Pike Creek Valley
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acts Signature Hospice Delaware | Hockessin, DE | 3.3 mi | (302) 235-6888 |
| Christianacare Accentcare Hosp & Palliative Care | Newark, DE | 4.2 mi | (302) 533-3800 |
| Heartland Hospice | Newark, DE | 4.2 mi | (302) 737-7080 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Atlantic | Newark, DE | 4.2 mi | (302) 451-4000 |
| Compassionate Care Hospice | Newport, DE | 4.3 mi | (302) 993-9090 |
| Bayada Hospice | Wilmington, DE | 6.2 mi | (302) 351-3633 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Pike Creek Valley. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver for hospice support can help with
- Comfort, company and a calm presence
- Gentle personal care and repositioning
- Small meals and fluids as the person wants
- Telling the hospice nurse about changes
What hospice support costs in Pike Creek Valley
At the Delaware median aide wage of $16.50 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,430 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,968 monthly median income of Pike Creek Valley households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Delaware's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a caregiver for hospice support
Under Medicare, hospice is for someone whose doctors certify a life expectancy of six months or less and who chooses comfort care instead of treatment to cure the illness. Medicare does not cover room and board for hospice care at home (Medicare.gov).
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for someone at the end of life? How do you work with a hospice nurse? Can you sit overnight in the last days if needed? More in our hospice support guide.
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Hospice Support in Pike Creek Valley: common questions
How much does hospice support cost in Pike Creek Valley?
At the Delaware median aide wage of $16.50 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,430 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,968 monthly median income of Pike Creek Valley households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Delaware's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Who qualifies for hospice under Medicare?
Someone whose hospice doctor (and regular doctor, if they have one) certifies a life expectancy of six months or less, and who accepts comfort care instead of curative treatment (Medicare.gov).
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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