nursing home in Newark, DE
Exceptional Care for Children
11 Independence Way, Newark, DE 19713 · (302) 894-1001
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- StaffingNot rated
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Exceptional Care for Children at a glance
Exceptional Care for Children is a 46-bed non-profit nursing home in Newark, 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.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 19, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Delaware average is 10.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 46
- Certified for
- Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 30, 2006
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- New Castle County
- CMS Certification Number
- 08A015
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 |
| 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 |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Delaware avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 11 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 11 | 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 | 46 | 107 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 44 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.1% | 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) | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 3.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.7% | 10.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.6% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 11.6% | 12.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 0% | 13.6% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 32.2% | 21.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 0% | 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 |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 24, 2026 |
| May 19, 2026 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 June 24, 2026 |
| June 17, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2024 |
| May 28, 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 September 26, 2023 |
| May 28, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Exceptional Care for Children's rating?
Exceptional Care for Children 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 Exceptional Care for Children receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Delaware average of 10.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Exceptional Care for Children accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Exceptional Care for Children?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Exceptional Care for Children and how do I contact it?
Exceptional Care for Children is at 11 Independence Way, Newark, DE 19713. Phone: (302) 894-1001.
About this data
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