nursing home in Wilmington, DE
Cadia Rehabilitation Silverside
3322 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19810 · (302) 478-8889
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Cadia Rehabilitation Silverside at a glance
Cadia Rehabilitation Silverside is a 116-bed for-profit nursing home in Wilmington, Delaware (New Castle 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 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.3 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 27, 2026) found 10 health citations. The Delaware average is 10.9.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $10,608.
Nursing staff turnover is 48.1% per year (state average 41.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 116
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Cadia Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- December 5, 2012
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- New Castle County
- CMS Certification Number
- 085056
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 3.99 hrs | 4.35 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.91 hrs | 0.97 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.18 hrs | 2.40 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.80 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.1% | 41.3% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.7% | 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) | 10 | 11 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 7 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 64 | 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) | $10,608 | $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 | 116 | 107 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 100 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.1% | 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) | 4.8% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.6% | 3.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.9% | 10.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 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) | 11.2% | 12.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.2% | 13.6% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.1% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.8% | 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) | 28.5% | 21.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.8% | 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) | 0.2% | 1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.1% | 83.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.5% | 83.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 29 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 27, 2026 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 11, 2026 |
| April 27, 2026 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 June 11, 2026 |
| April 27, 2026 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| April 27, 2026 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| April 27, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| April 27, 2026 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2026 |
| December 1, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| December 1, 2025 Complaint | 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 January 15, 2026 |
| December 1, 2025 Complaint | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| December 1, 2025 Complaint | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2026 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2024 |
| March 27, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Complaint | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | 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 May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 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 May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Complaint | 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 May 11, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 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 May 11, 2025 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0847 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | 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 April 22, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | 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 April 22, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 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 April 22, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $10,608 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 27, 2025 | Fine | $10,608 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DITTMAR, LAURA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| LITWA, KAREN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2012 |
| LONG TERM CARE CORP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| ONIX GROUP LL Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| PRICE, ELIZABETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| SCHAFER, RON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2012 |
| SILVER, STEPHEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/18/2011 |
| LITWA, KAREN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2012 |
| SCHAFER, RON Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/18/2011 |
| SILVER, STEPHEN Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/18/2011 |
| DITTMAR, LAURA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| LONG TERM CARE CORP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2008 |
| ONIX GROUP LL Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| PRICE, ELIZABETH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cadia Rehabilitation Silverside's rating?
Cadia Rehabilitation Silverside 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 Cadia Rehabilitation Silverside receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 10 citations, compared with a Delaware average of 10.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Cadia Rehabilitation Silverside 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 Silverside?
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 Silverside and how do I contact it?
Cadia Rehabilitation Silverside is at 3322 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19810. Phone: (302) 478-8889.
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.