Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Newark, Delaware
2 of 5 nursing homes in Newark (40%) meet our strict criteria. The Delaware statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 2 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
364
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$45,757 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Newark, Delaware, is adequate, with 40% of the 5 facilities recommended for care. Families should note that the top-rated facility, Exceptional Care for Children, has earned a 5-star rating, while there is one facility to avoid due to fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 EXCEPTIONAL CARE FOR CHILDREN (93) — Exceptional Care for Children stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a top-tier CMS rating of 5★. With zero fines and a commitment to community-focused care, this non-profit facility provides a safe and nurturing environment for its 46 residents, ensuring exceptional support for children's needs.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 JEANNE JUGAN RESIDENCE (88) — Jeanne Jugan Residence offers a remarkable standard of care with a CMS rating of 5★ and a Trust Score of 88/100. This non-profit facility, with no federal fines, emphasizes a strong community focus, providing a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for its 40 residents.
The other 3 Newark facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $45K.
Recommended
Exceptional Care for Children stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a top-tier CMS rating of 5★. With zero fines and a commitment to community-focused care, this non-profit facility provides a safe and nurturing environment for its 46 residents, ensuring exceptional support for children's needs.
Jeanne Jugan Residence offers a remarkable standard of care with a CMS rating of 5★ and a Trust Score of 88/100. This non-profit facility, with no federal fines, emphasizes a strong community focus, providing a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for its 40 residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Newark Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.2 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $45,757
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Newark Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Newark's city average is 4.2 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 5 Newark facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Newark avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Newark facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Newark, DE are recommended?
2 of 5 nursing homes in Newark (40%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Newark "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Newark?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.