nursing home in Lewes, DE
The Moorings at Lewes
17028 Cadbury Circle, Lewes, DE 19958 · (302) 645-6400
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Moorings at Lewes at a glance
The Moorings at Lewes is a 40-bed non-profit nursing home in Lewes, Delaware (Sussex County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Delaware average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (1.3 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.3 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 9, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Delaware average is 10.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 42.2% per year (state average 41.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Springpoint Senior Living
- Medicare-certified since
- January 3, 2008
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Sussex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 085053
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.38 hrs | 4.35 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.29 hrs | 0.97 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.21 hrs | 2.40 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.00 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.2% | 41.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.8% | 41.2% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 0 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 0 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $67,512 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 40 | 107 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 35 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.5% | 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) | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.2% | 3.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.1% | 10.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 18.9% | 12.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 27.7% | 13.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.3% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.4% | 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) | 10.5% | 21.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.4% | 20.2% | 19% | Better |
| 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) | 0.5% | 1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 83.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 83.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 2 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2024 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 February 21, 2024 |
| January 22, 2024 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 21, 2024 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARGONDIZZA, ANTHONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2017 |
| CAFFERTY, MAUREEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| KOPEC, MARYBETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2006 |
| MIDGETT, GARRETT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| SPRINGPOINT SENIOR LIVING INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| WOODWARD, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| ARGONDIZZA, ANTHONY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2017 |
| CAFFERTY, MAUREEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/02/1999 |
| MIDGETT, GARRETT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/05/2009 |
| WOODWARD, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/23/2018 |
| MIDGETT, GARRETT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| SPRINGPOINT SENIOR LIVING INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| WOODWARD, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| ARGONDIZZA, ANTHONY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| CAFFERTY, MAUREEN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| MIDGETT, GARRETT Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| WOODWARD, DAVID Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Moorings at Lewes's rating?
The Moorings at Lewes has 5 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 The Moorings at Lewes receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Delaware average of 10.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Moorings at Lewes 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 The Moorings at Lewes?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Springpoint Senior Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Moorings at Lewes and how do I contact it?
The Moorings at Lewes is at 17028 Cadbury Circle, Lewes, DE 19958. Phone: (302) 645-6400.
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.