REGENCY HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center in Wilmington, Delaware has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns and a poor quality of care. It ranks #25 out of 43 facilities in Delaware, placing it in the bottom half, and #14 out of 25 in New Castle County, meaning only a few local options are worse. The facility's performance is worsening, with issues increasing from 6 in 2024 to 10 in 2025. Although staffing is rated 4 out of 5 stars, the turnover rate is high at 55%, above the state average, which may affect resident care quality. Notably, the center has faced serious fines totaling $226,471, which is higher than 95% of Delaware facilities, indicating ongoing compliance problems. There have been several critical incidents, including a case where a resident was sexually abused by a staff member, and another incident where a resident suffered harm due to inadequate support during a shower, requiring emergency treatment. This combination of high fines, serious incidents, and a poor trust grade raises considerable concerns for families considering this facility for their loved ones.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Delaware
- #25/43
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 55% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $226,471 in fines. Lower than most Delaware facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 37 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Delaware. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 27 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Delaware average (3.3)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
Near Delaware avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Well above median ($33,413)
Significant penalties indicating serious issues
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
7 points above Delaware average of 48%
The Ugly 27 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R11) out of two residents reviewed for ADLs (Activities of...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Dental Services
(Tag F0791)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, it was determined that for one (R73) out of two residents reviewed for dental, the facility failed to provide the opportunity for follow up dental services. Findi...
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Feb 2025
8 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview, record review and review of other facility documents, it was determined that for two (R42 and R43) out of eight residents reviewed for abuse, the facility failed to ensure that R42...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, it was determined that for three (R23, R53 and R89) out of three residents reviewed for communication the facility failed to ensure eash residents' MDS assessment...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R69) out one resident reviewed for mood/behavior, the facility failed to coordinate with the PASRR program under Medicaid and refe...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0676
(Tag F0676)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R23) out of three residents reviewed for communication, the facility failed to provide Spanish-speaking translation/interpretation...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, observation and interview, it was determined that for one (R43) out of three residents reviewed for bowe...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Cross refer F690
3. Review of R43's clinical records revealed:
9/19/24 - R43 was re-admitted to the facility with diagnoses including but not limited to dementia, bipolar disorder and insomnia due to...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on clinical record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R43) out of one sampled resident, the facility failed to ensure the physician's order to administer quetiapine fumarate (...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0802
(Tag F0802)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and interview it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a qualified person in charge was present during all hours of operation. The presence of a certified food pr...
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Dec 2024
3 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, and record review, it was determined that for one (R2) out of three residents reviewed for accidents, the fa...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0710
(Tag F0710)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, it was determined that for one (R5) out of three residents reviewed for Physician services, the facility failed to ensure the physician/provider completed the required Control ...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0760
(Tag F0760)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R5) out of three residents reviewed for pharmacy services,...
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Oct 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the facility failed to report R1's allegation of sexual abuse to the Administrator or the State Agency within two hours when it became know...
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Jul 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, it was determined that for one (R95) out of nine sampled residents reviewed for abuse, the facility failed to protect R95 from verbal abuse. Findings include:
Rev...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R40) out of one resident reviewed for hearing and visioin the facility failed to ensure the MDS was accurate for one ...
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Dec 2023
3 deficiencies
1 IJ
CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview, record review and review of other facility documentation it was determined that for one (R37) out of twelve residents reviewed for abuse, the facility failed to prevent abuse. For ...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0602
(Tag F0602)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview it was determined that for two (R438 & R47) out of three residents reviewed for pain, the facility failed to ensure PRN narcotic pain medications were not inapprop...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview it was determined for one (R37) out of one resident reviewed for range of motion (ROM) the facility failed to ensure the resident received the ordered foot brace t...
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May 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and review of facility documentation as indicated, it was determined that for one (R497) out of two residents reviewed for abuse, the facility failed to report an allegation of abus...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, it was determined that for five (R4, R34 R47, R51 and R86), out of nine residents sampled for medication review, the facility failed to consistently act on irregu...
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Nov 2022
6 deficiencies
2 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Review of R446's clinical record revealed:
8/12/22 - R446 was admitted to the facility with a broken left lower leg which req...
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SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, it was determined that for one (R445) out of one resident reviewed for hydration, the faci...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R63) out of one resident reviewed for notification of change, the facility failed to immediately consult R63's Attending Physician...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, it was determined that for one (R48) out of 30 sampled residents, the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive person - centered care plan to addr...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R4) out of 30 sampled residents, the facility failed to co...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
2. Review of R246's clinical record revealed:
11/3/22 - R246 was admitted to the facility with multiple diagnoses including generalized muscle weakness and the need for assistance with personal care. ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 1 life-threatening violation(s), 3 harm violation(s), $226,471 in fines. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 27 deficiencies on record, including 1 critical (life-threatening) violation. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • $226,471 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in Delaware. Major compliance failures.
- • Grade F (13/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns REGENCY HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Delaware, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center Staffed?
CMS rates REGENCY HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 55%, which is 9 percentage points above the Delaware average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center?
State health inspectors documented 27 deficiencies at REGENCY HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER during 2022 to 2025. These included: 1 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death), 3 that caused actual resident harm, and 23 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center?
REGENCY HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by NATIONWIDE HEALTHCARE SERVICES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 100 certified beds and approximately 92 residents (about 92% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in WILMINGTON, Delaware.
How Does Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center Compare to Other Delaware Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Delaware, REGENCY HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER's overall rating (3 stars) is below the state average of 3.3, staff turnover (55%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations and the facility's high staff turnover rate.
Is Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, REGENCY HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 1 Immediate Jeopardy citation (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 3-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Delaware. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center Stick Around?
Staff turnover at REGENCY HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER is high. At 55%, the facility is 9 percentage points above the Delaware average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center Ever Fined?
REGENCY HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER has been fined $226,471 across 3 penalty actions. This is 6.4x the Delaware average of $35,344. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.
Is Regency Healthcare & Rehab Center on Any Federal Watch List?
REGENCY HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.