nursing home in Dover, DE
Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol
1225 Walker Road, Dover, DE 19904 · (302) 734-1199
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol at a glance
Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Dover, Delaware (Kent County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Delaware average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.9 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 (January 27, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Delaware average is 10.9.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,018.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.8% per year (state average 41.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Cadia Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- February 25, 1997
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Kent County
- CMS Certification Number
- 085048
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.87 hrs | 4.35 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.71 hrs | 0.97 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.15 hrs | 2.40 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.43 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.8% | 41.3% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 41.2% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 55 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,018 | $67,512 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 107 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 104 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.3% | 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) | 1.6% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 3.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.3% | 10.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.7% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.2% | 12.7% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8% | 13.6% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.8% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1% | 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) | 20.6% | 21.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22% | 20.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75.2% | 97.4% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 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) | 0% | 1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 18.7% | 83.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 83.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 27, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected December 11, 2025 |
| January 27, 2026 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 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 March 13, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| January 27, 2026 Standard | 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 13, 2026 |
| December 12, 2024 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Complaint | 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 January 24, 2025 |
| December 12, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 12, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 24, 2025 |
| December 12, 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 January 24, 2025 |
| December 12, 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 January 24, 2025 |
| July 16, 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 June 14, 2024 |
| November 8, 2023 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Complaint | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Complaint | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 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 December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| November 8, 2023 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,018 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 16, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| RONALD E SCHAFER IRREV TR FBO ERIC ROBERT SCHAFER Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2010 |
| RONALD E SCHAFER IRREV TRFBO LAUREN ELIZABETH MARIE SCHAFER Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2010 |
| SCHAFER, ERIC Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2010 |
| SCHAFER FAMILY LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2010 |
| SCHAFER, LAUREN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2010 |
| SILVER HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2010 |
| SILVER, JONATHAN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2010 |
| STEPHEN SILVER IRREVOCABLE TRUST FBO CASEY SILVER Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2010 |
| STEPHEN SILVER IRREVOCABLE TRUST FBO JONATHAN SILVER Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2010 |
| DITTMAR, LAURA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2024 |
| LITWA, KAREN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1997 |
| LONG TERM CARE CORP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1997 |
| MAKOYI, FREDDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| PRICE, ELIZABETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2024 |
| SABRA HEALTH CARE REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2011 |
| SCHAFER, RON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1997 |
| SILVER, STEPHEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1997 |
| LITWA, KAREN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1997 |
| DITTMAR, LAURA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2024 |
| LONG TERM CARE CORP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1997 |
| MAKOYI, FREDDY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| PRICE, ELIZABETH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/13/2024 |
| SILVER, STEPHEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1997 |
| LITWA, KAREN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1997 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol's rating?
Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol has 3 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 Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Delaware average of 10.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol 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 Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Cadia Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol and how do I contact it?
Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol is at 1225 Walker Road, Dover, DE 19904. Phone: (302) 734-1199.
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.