nursing home in Wilmington, DE
Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center
801 N. Broom Street, Wilmington, DE 19806 · (302) 654-8400
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center at a glance
Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center is a 100-bed for-profit nursing home in Wilmington, Delaware (New Castle County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Delaware average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.3 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 26, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Delaware average is 10.9.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $77,867.
Nursing staff turnover is 63.8% per year (state average 41.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 100
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Nationwide Healthcare Services
- Medicare-certified since
- June 18, 1970
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- New Castle County
- CMS Certification Number
- 085012
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.74 hrs | 4.35 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.65 hrs | 0.97 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.09 hrs | 2.40 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.44 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 63.8% | 41.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.9% | 41.2% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 57 | 98 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $77,867 | $67,512 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 100 | 107 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 92 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.7% | 81.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.8% | 3.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.3% | 10.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.2% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11.9% | 12.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.5% | 13.6% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.4% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 10.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 14.4% | 21.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.4% | 20.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.3% | 1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.8% | 83.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 83.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 11, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2026 |
| July 1, 2025 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Standard | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Complaint | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Complaint | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 4, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| December 31, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 29, 2024 |
| December 31, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 16, 2025 |
| December 31, 2024 Complaint | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2025 |
| October 9, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2024 |
| December 15, 2023 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2023 |
| December 15, 2023 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 23, 2024 |
| December 15, 2023 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $77,867 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | Fine | $12,035 |
| December 15, 2023 | Fine | $65,832 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GELLEY, LEAH Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 05/01/2007 |
| GELLEY, MEIR Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 05/01/2007 |
| GELLEY, MEIR Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2007 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center's rating?
Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Delaware nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Delaware average of 10.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Nationwide Healthcare Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center and how do I contact it?
Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center is at 801 N. Broom Street, Wilmington, DE 19806. Phone: (302) 654-8400.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.