Delaware · CMS Data August 2026
Nonprofit Nursing Homes in Delaware
Where Are the Nonprofit Nursing Homes in Delaware?
CMS Care Compare lists 10 nonprofit nursing homes in Delaware, out of 44 certified nursing homes (data from August 2026). The most are in Wilmington (4), Newark (2) and Dover (1). 7 of them are rated 4 or 5 stars overall.
- Matching homes
- 10
- All homes in Delaware
- 44
- Rated 4 or 5 stars
- 7
- Average overall stars
- 4.2
How this list is made: CMS lists the home's ownership as nonprofit (a nonprofit corporation, church-related or other nonprofit). Homes are ordered by CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating.
- 6Part of a continuing care community
- 8Medicaid certified
- 7No fines or payment denials
- 6Nurse turnover below the national median
All 10, by CMS Rating
| Nursing home | City | Overall | Inspections | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exceptional Care for Children | Newark | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| The Moorings at Lewes | Lewes | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Willowbrooke Court at Country House | Wilmington | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Willowbrooke Court Skilled Center at Manor House | Seaford | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Jeanne Jugan Residence | Newark | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Willowbrooke Court at Cokesbury Village | Hockessin | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Westminster Village Health | Dover | 4 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| Kentmere Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | Wilmington | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| Gilpin Hall | Wilmington | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 |
| Kutz Rehabilitation and Nursing | Wilmington | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
Stars are out of 5; blank cells are ratings CMS doesn't report for that home.
Matching Homes by City
| City | Matching homes | 4 or 5 stars |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing homes in Wilmington | 4 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Newark | 2 | 2 |
| Nursing homes in Dover | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Hockessin | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Lewes | 1 | 1 |
| Nursing homes in Seaford | 1 | 1 |
More About This List
Read how to choose a nursing home. For assisted living and memory care rules, Medicaid limits and the ombudsman, see senior care in Delaware. For local services, call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.
Other lists for Delaware: highest-rated nursing homes in Delaware, nursing homes that accept medicaid in Delaware, nursing homes with low antipsychotic use in Delaware.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Nonprofit Nursing Homes Are in Delaware?
10 of the 44 CMS-certified nursing homes in Delaware meet this rule: CMS lists the home's ownership as nonprofit (a nonprofit corporation, church-related or other nonprofit).
Which Nonprofit Nursing Home in Delaware Rates Highest?
By CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating, Exceptional Care for Children in Newark (5 stars), The Moorings at Lewes in Lewes (5 stars) and Willowbrooke Court at Country House in Wilmington (5 stars) rank highest. Visit and check the latest inspection report before you decide.
How Do You Check a Nursing Home in Delaware?
Read its Care Compare page for the full inspection reports, visit at different times, and ask about staffing and openings. Delaware's Delaware Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program can answer questions about residents' rights.