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Jun 2026
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90 homes in Delaware

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Delaware Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Health Care Quality.

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Kutz Senior Living Campus
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wilmington
90
Facility 90
DE AVG 102
Rank #45 / 73
Yes
41
Facility 41
DE AVG 40
Rank #52 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Felisha Marcus Alderson- EdTylena Kelly
Meadowcrest at Middletown
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Middletown
90
Facility 90
DE AVG 102
Rank #45 / 73
No
10
Facility 10
DE AVG 40
Rank #94 / 111
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Nathan MillmanChristie Hynson
Westminster Village Assisted Living
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Dover (The Hamlet)
99
Facility 99
DE AVG 102
Rank #39 / 73
No
35
Facility 35
DE AVG 40
Rank #62 / 111
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-Wendy Nerad - EdLori Clemmons
Sunrise of Wilmington
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wilmington
90
Facility 90
DE AVG 102
Rank #45 / 73
Yes
23
Facility 23
DE AVG 40
Rank #80 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-Marquiest Ponzo -InterimChrystal Johnston - Interim
Rockland Place
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wilmington
104
Facility 104
DE AVG 102
Rank #33 / 73
No
30
Facility 30
DE AVG 40
Rank #72 / 111
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / Shared Rooms-Paul C TaylorKimberly Luces
Milford Place
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Milford (North Shores)
85
Facility 85
DE AVG 102
Rank #49 / 73
No
18
Facility 18
DE AVG 40
Rank #86 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Brenda Negron - EdJoseph Spigone
Willowbrooke Court at Country House
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Wilmington
48
Facility 48
DE AVG 102
Rank #65 / 73
No
4
Facility 4
DE AVG 40
Rank #102 / 111
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Jennifer GreenwaltShannon Donovan Pizzollo
The Lorelton
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Wilmington (The Flats)
99
Facility 99
DE AVG 102
Rank #39 / 73
Yes
84
Facility 84
DE AVG 40
Rank #4 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-David Parkinson - EdJocelyn Dill
Dover Place Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Dover (Zurkow Development)
85
Facility 85
DE AVG 102
Rank #49 / 73
Yes
40
Facility 40
DE AVG 40
Rank #53 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Queena MastCrystal Heintz
Brookdale Hockessin
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Hockessin (Loveville)
66
Facility 66
DE AVG 102
Rank #56 / 73
Yes
17
Facility 17
DE AVG 40
Rank #88 / 111
StudioA+Crystal Manchin - EdOlena Georges
Lodge Lane Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Wilmington
60
Facility 60
DE AVG 102
Rank #58 / 73
Yes
19
Facility 19
DE AVG 40
Rank #84 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Felisha Marcus AldersonTiffany V.r. Hammond
Brandywine Fenwick Island
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Selbyville (Arrington Drive)
125
Facility 125
DE AVG 102
Rank #23 / 73
No
47
Facility 47
DE AVG 40
Rank #40 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed-B. Eileen Bennett - EdCourtney Smith
Brookdale Dover
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Dover
96
Facility 96
DE AVG 102
Rank #42 / 73
Yes
47
Facility 47
DE AVG 40
Rank #40 / 111
Studio-Bryan Davenport InterimMargaret Covey
Complete Care at Silver Lake
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Dover
120
Facility 120
DE AVG 102
Rank #25 / 73
No
7
Facility 7
DE AVG 40
Rank #98 / 111
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-Steven SmithDonna Burns
The Pointe at South Harmony Lodge and Place
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Newark
52
Facility 52
DE AVG 102
Rank #62 / 73
Yes
67
Facility 67
DE AVG 40
Rank #19 / 111
Studio-Regina Romano - EdHesdie Josias
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Overview of Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance

Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance is a 130-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located on Route 24 in Millsboro, Sussex County, Delaware. It is operated as a privately owned business corporation under administrator Marycolleen Rodgers. The center accepts Medicare and Medicaid and focuses on short- and long-term nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care.

CMS rates the facility 2 stars overall — below the Delaware average across all four rating categories. The health inspection score is roughly 26% below the state benchmark. Staffing is about 24% below, and quality measures about 29% below. Total nursing hours run 3 hours and 58 minutes per resident per day against a Delaware average of 4 hours and 43 minutes, placing the facility 27th of 38 Delaware SNFs. CNA hours average 2 hours and 15 minutes per day, 9% below the state figure.

The seven-year deficiency record shows 6.4 deficiencies per year — 27% better than the Delaware average of 8.8. That figure, however, is pulled down by cleaner COVID-era surveys; the pattern since 2022 is more concerning. The October 2021 annual inspection produced 26 deficiencies spanning staffing shortfalls, medication errors, infection control, care planning, and resident dignity.

The August 2023 annual inspection added 7 more, again citing minimum staffing failures. Multiple complaint investigations between 2022 and 2025 were substantiated for abuse-related deficiencies. A June 2024 survey found the facility failed to immediately protect residents from alleged sexual abuse by a CNA; a May 2024 investigation substantiated resident-to-resident physical altercation and verbal abuse by a registered nurse.

The most recent complaint survey, concluded June 2, 2025, found staff failed to report an abuse allegation and did not suspend the accused CNA during the investigation. Separate desk-audit findings in March 2024 and March 2025 found the facility fell below Delaware’s 3.28 PPD staffing-hour minimum on multiple days in both periods.

The center offers 24-hour staffing, memory care, and rehabilitation services including a structured Care Transitions and Discharge Program. The community’s occupancy rate is 82%, in line with the Delaware average of 80.7%.

Families considering Cadia Renaissance for post-acute rehabilitation or long-term nursing care should weigh the facility’s repeated staffing shortfalls and substantiated abuse findings against its geographic accessibility in southern Sussex County.

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Overview of Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation

Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation is a 138-bed skilled nursing and long-term care facility at 700 Foulk Road in Wilmington, Delaware, offering rehabilitation and memory care services. The facility is operated by Wilmington SNF Operator Holdings LLC and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

CMS rates the facility 1 star overall — 62.8% below the Delaware average on health inspections, the sub-rating that carries the most weight in the composite score. Over the inspection window, the facility has averaged 13.3 deficiencies per year, roughly 51% above Delaware’s average of 8.8.

Enforcement actions include $409,000 in federal fines across three penalty events, 316% above the Delaware average among penalized facilities. A substantiated complaint in April 2024 found the facility failed to report resident injuries within required timeframes. The most recent inspection, in May 2025, cited deficiencies involving a failure to maintain required CNA staffing ratios.

Overall staffing levels are close to Delaware averages — total nursing hours average 4 hours and 16 minutes per resident per day, ranking the facility 15th of 38 Delaware skilled nursing facilities — though CNA hours specifically run 16% below the state’s average at 2 hours and 5 minutes per day versus the state’s 2 hours and 28 minutes. Therapy staffing includes physical therapy aides, physical therapy assistants, and respiratory therapy technicians. The facility’s occupancy rate is 83%, in line with Delaware’s average of 80.7%.

Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation is best suited for residents in Wilmington who require long-term skilled nursing care or post-acute rehabilitation, with memory care capacity for residents needing dementia-specific services.

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Overview of Gilpin Hall Nursing Home
Gilpin Hall Nursing Home is a non-profit organization in Wilmington, DE, providing care for the elderly since 1824. It offers services such as assisted care, nursing care, and rehabilitation therapy in a secure and caring environment. The facility focuses on enhancing the quality of life for its residents.

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Overview of Polaris Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center LLC
Polaris Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center provides cutting-edge post-acute services, skilled nursing care, and goal-oriented therapies in a homelike environment in Milford, Delaware. The facility is committed to meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of its residents while promoting dignity and respect. It is part of the Nationwide Healthcare Family.

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Overview of Kentmere Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Kentmere Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing is located in Wilmington, Delaware, providing rehabilitation services, senior nursing care, and specialized dementia care. The facility has been a part of the community since 1901, offering a warm and welcoming environment. Kentmere is committed to delivering exceptional care with a focus on compassion and professionalism.

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Overview of Complete Care at Hillside LLC
Complete Care at Hillside offers post-acute rehabilitation programs and long-term care services in Wilmington, DE. The facility provides a range of specialized care including skilled nursing, orthopedic care, cardiac care, and palliative care. Their focus is on delivering compassionate and comfortable care to support patients' recovery and quality of life.

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Overview of Homewell Care Services

Homewell Care Services is an adult health care provider that provides in-house care for those who prefer being taken care of at their residences. Ensuring flexible, specially-trained, and professional care, the caregiver’s areas of specialization include rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care. Residents live their best lives because of excellent services that help a speedy recovery.

HomeWell offers exclusive programs such as its Companion Care program, which provides genuine and compassionate companionship while guiding and watching the seniors; the Basic Care program, a Companion Care Plus program that extends its services to help with the simple tasks of daily living; and the Specialty Care which is a combination of the two programs mentioned above but with the exclusivity of a personalized care plan that is specific to each individual.

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Overview of New Castle Health & Rehabilitation Center

New Castle Health & Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home that not only meets but exceeds the expectations of families who place their trust in its care. With a person-centered approach, this center is wholeheartedly committed to supporting the wellness goals of seniors, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care. Offering skilled nursing services, senior rehabilitation, and long-term care, each aspect is thoughtfully customized to cater to the unique needs of every individual resident.

Beyond providing exceptional care, this home in Delaware also offers a plethora of opportunities for new experiences and skill development, empowering seniors to embrace life to the fullest. Families can rest assured that their loved ones are in reliable and caring hands, making this center a place they can truly count on for providing compassionate and top-tier care to the seniors who call it home.

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Overview of Kpanah Homecare Services

Kpanah Homecare Services is proud of its lifestyle built on style, wellness, and purpose. A hassle-free lifestyle is the goal of the caregivers, ensuring that residents can thrive and continue to nurture at the comfort of their homes. Kpanah Homecare Services offers an unmatched level of care that enhances and empowers the lives of its community residents. 

A senior living community that aims to let its residents live a worry-free lifestyle, management ensures seniors fulfill their holistic needs by offering fun-filled activities, ADLs, and medical assistance. 

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Overview of Forwood Manor

Forwood Manor is a charming senior living home that offers a friendly atmosphere where residents can feel comfortable making new friendships. They offer assisted living, independent living, and respite care services. As the name suggests, the senior living home offers a high-quality senior-living experience that is established through their excellent service that many families from all over the country acclaim. A proud member of the Five Star Residences, Forwood Manor offers a stress-free senior living lifestyle for you. 

Life at Forwood Manor offers modern amenities and friendly staff, they offer senior care service like no other. From delicious meals served any time of the day, to fun activities open for everyone, they always strive to provide everything you will need. Residential life is all about amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour concierge, hair salon, library, and restaurant-style dining.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Delaware

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Delaware?

Assisted living in Delaware supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Delaware?

Assisted living in Delaware is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Delaware Medicaid cover assisted living?

Delaware Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Delaware) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 90 assisted living facilities in Delaware. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Delaware?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Delaware, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Delaware?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.