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Best Nursing Homes in Wilmington, DE

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026
We analyzed 9 homes in Wilmington, DE

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.

8 facilities compared · CMS & DE Dept. of Health data · Updated May 2026

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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
64.6%
Facility 64.6%
DE AVG 80.7%
Rank #29 / 34
-20%
4.74
Facility 4.74
DE AVG 4.66
Rank #7 / 35
+35%+2%
0
Facility 0
DE AVG 1.3
6
Facility 6
DE AVG 38.9
Rank #2 / 35
2.0
Facility 2.0
DE AVG 8.7
Rank #1 / 35
-
Facility -
DE AVG 2.1
31
4
Facility 4
DE AVG 30
Rank #23 / 25
-
$32.7M
Facility $32.7M
DE AVG $19.5M
Rank #6 / 30
$7.8M
Facility $7.8M
DE AVG $6.3M
Rank #5 / 30
23.8%
Facility 23.8%
DE AVG 35.2%
Rank #17 / 30
85003
Cardia Healthcare Silverside
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
128
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
DE AVG 80.7%
Rank #16 / 34
+7%
4.55
Facility 4.55
DE AVG 4.66
Rank #11 / 35
-25%-2%
1
Facility 1
DE AVG 1.3
22
Facility 22
DE AVG 38.9
Rank #10 / 35
5.5
Facility 5.5
DE AVG 8.7
Rank #9 / 35
1
Facility 1
DE AVG 2.1
98
29
Facility 29
DE AVG 30
Rank #15 / 25
-
$25.5M
Facility $25.5M
DE AVG $19.5M
Rank #8 / 30
$7.2M
Facility $7.2M
DE AVG $6.3M
Rank #12 / 30
28.1%
Facility 28.1%
DE AVG 35.2%
Rank #20 / 30
85056
Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
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 (Wawaset Heights)
150
81.5%
Facility 81.5%
DE AVG 80.7%
Rank #23 / 34
+1%
3.83
Facility 3.83
DE AVG 4.66
Rank #27 / 35
-24%-18%
1
Facility 1
DE AVG 1.3
21
Facility 21
DE AVG 38.9
Rank #8 / 35
7.0
Facility 7.0
DE AVG 8.7
Rank #13 / 35
1
Facility 1
DE AVG 2.1
136
77
Facility 77
DE AVG 30
Rank #1 / 25
Master Delaware Snf Management, LP
$16.6M
Facility $16.6M
DE AVG $19.5M
Rank #22 / 30
$8.3M
Facility $8.3M
DE AVG $6.3M
Rank #3 / 30
49.9%
Facility 49.9%
DE AVG 35.2%
Rank #3 / 30
85002
Coral Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
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
169
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
DE AVG 80.7%
Rank #7 / 34
+12%
3.73
Facility 3.73
DE AVG 4.66
Rank #29 / 35
-9%-20%
3
Facility 3
DE AVG 1.3
59
Facility 59
DE AVG 38.9
Rank #26 / 35
19.7
Facility 19.7
DE AVG 8.7
Rank #34 / 35
4
Facility 4
DE AVG 2.1
150
25
Facility 25
DE AVG 30
Rank #16 / 25
Coral Springs LLC
$48.5M
Facility $48.5M
DE AVG $19.5M
Rank #1 / 30
$7.2M
Facility $7.2M
DE AVG $6.3M
Rank #11 / 30
14.9%
Facility 14.9%
DE AVG 35.2%
Rank #30 / 30
85004
Complete Care at Hillside LLC
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
106
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
DE AVG 80.7%
Rank #6 / 34
+12%
3.71
Facility 3.71
DE AVG 4.66
Rank #29 / 35
-7%-20%
0
Facility 0
DE AVG 1.3
31
Facility 31
DE AVG 38.9
Rank #16 / 35
7.8
Facility 7.8
DE AVG 8.7
Rank #17 / 35
-
Facility -
DE AVG 2.1
96
52
Facility 52
DE AVG 30
Pc De Opcos LLC
$13.8M
Facility $13.8M
DE AVG $19.5M
Rank #25 / 30
$4.1M
Facility $4.1M
DE AVG $6.3M
Rank #27 / 30
29.7%
Facility 29.7%
DE AVG 35.2%
Rank #13 / 30
85013
Gilpin Hall Nursing Home
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 (Highlands)
96
97.9%
Facility 97.9%
DE AVG 80.7%
Rank #1 / 34
+21%
5.56
Facility 5.56
DE AVG 4.66
Rank #4 / 35
-62%+19%
0
Facility 0
DE AVG 1.3
27
Facility 27
DE AVG 38.9
Rank #13 / 35
6.8
Facility 6.8
DE AVG 8.7
Rank #12 / 35
-
Facility -
DE AVG 2.1
93
76
Facility 76
DE AVG 30
Stephen Clark
$21.0M
Facility $21.0M
DE AVG $19.5M
Rank #16 / 30
$5.2M
Facility $5.2M
DE AVG $6.3M
Rank #23 / 30
24.9%
Facility 24.9%
DE AVG 35.2%
Rank #16 / 30
85047
Kentmere Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
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 (Highlands)
104
90.4%
Facility 90.4%
DE AVG 80.7%
Rank #8 / 34
+12%
4.28
Facility 4.28
DE AVG 4.66
Rank #16 / 35
+12%-8%
0
Facility 0
DE AVG 1.3
40
Facility 40
DE AVG 38.9
Rank #21 / 35
13.3
Facility 13.3
DE AVG 8.7
Rank #29 / 35
1
Facility 1
DE AVG 2.1
94
76
Facility 76
DE AVG 30
Kentmere Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center Inc
$22.2M
Facility $22.2M
DE AVG $19.5M
Rank #21 / 30
$6.2M
Facility $6.2M
DE AVG $6.3M
Rank #17 / 30
27.9%
Facility 27.9%
DE AVG 35.2%
Rank #9 / 30
85001
Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation
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
138
82.6%
Facility 82.6%
DE AVG 80.7%
Rank #20 / 34
+2%
4.27
Facility 4.27
DE AVG 4.66
Rank #16 / 35
-43%-8%
3
Facility 3
DE AVG 1.3
80
Facility 80
DE AVG 38.9
Rank #33 / 35
20.0
Facility 20.0
DE AVG 8.7
Rank #35 / 35
9
Facility 9
DE AVG 2.1
111
65
Facility 65
DE AVG 30
Wilmington Snf Operator Holdings LLC
$8.4M
Facility $8.4M
DE AVG $19.5M
Rank #30 / 30
$3.7M
Facility $3.7M
DE AVG $6.3M
Rank #28 / 30
44.2%
Facility 44.2%
DE AVG 35.2%
Rank #5 / 30
85028
Overview of Willowbrooke Court at Country House

Willowbrooke Court at Country House is a compassionate care home located in the heart of Wilmington. They offer a wide range of services, including top-notch therapies and skilled nursing care, all provided by a team of dedicated and experienced professionals. As a non-profit organization, they take pride in providing affordable care options that accept Medicare and Medicaid. The care home boasts 24/7 private and semi-private accommodations, as well as brain health and fitness programs to promote wellness and independence among residents. 

Additionally, they have an on-site medical director to ensure residents receive prompt medical attention. One of the most remarkable features of Willowbrooke Court is its commitment to minimizing the risk of dementia and providing best-practice support during cognitive changes that occur with aging. They take a holistic approach to dementia care, focusing on enhancing residents’ overall well-being and quality of life.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 485 - 550 / 751 - 960 / 1,040 - 1,910 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Cardia Healthcare Silverside

Tucked in the picturesque Pike Creek Valley is Cardia Healthcare, a two-story house that serves as a haven for those in need of care and rehabilitation. The rehabilitation suites here are private and semi-private, offering a comfortable and peaceful atmosphere for residents to recover and heal. With advanced therapeutic technologies tailored to individual needs, they also offer extensive respiratory care in close collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
At Cardia Healthcare, they value the importance of family and visitors, which is why they provide ample parking and a spacious outdoor setting. The team of professionals here boasts expertise and the highest quality of nursing and rehabilitation care. They prioritize helping residents transition smoothly and regain their maximum level of functioning to enable them to return home as soon as possible. Dialysis services are also available, making Cardia Healthcare a comprehensive care center.

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Overview of Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides specialized long-term and short-term care services, along with medical and social support. Their team includes an on-site medical director available for consultation whenever needed, even on weekends. Their services include wound care, medication management, continence management, memory care, and comprehensive therapies such as neuro and pulmonary therapy. They also offer post-orthopedic care, registered dietitian services, and much more.

Their staff also provides home safety evaluations to ensure safety and well-being. They focus on enriching the lives of their residents through a variety of activities and educational opportunities for families. The environment at Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is designed to promote overall well-being for the mind, body, and spirit, providing a comforting and welcoming atmosphere. This facility is one of the top providers of health care for seniors in Wilmington.

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Overview of Coral Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Coral Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a top-tier skilled nursing facility prioritizing residents’ independence. With licensed care professionals who specialize in personalized therapy, they offer exceptional care to those recovering from hospital visits or in need of ongoing medical support. Nestled in the heart of Wilmington, Coral Springs goes above and beyond to provide comprehensive care.

In addition to their skilled nursing staff, they also offer dental, podiatry, audiology, diagnostic, and x-ray services. Their social services team is also available to help residents maintain a fulfilling lifestyle. At Coral Springs, every resident is treated with dignity and respect. Their dedicated staff works tirelessly to ensure that each resident receives the highest care and attention, making it an excellent choice for anyone seeking top-quality nursing and rehabilitation services.

Contact Coral Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Overview of The Mary Campbell Center
The Mary Campbell Center is an intermediate long-term care facility located in Wilmington, Delaware. It serves individuals with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities, providing residential services, respite care, and programs for children and youth. The center focuses on maximizing independence and offers a variety of specialized programs and services.

Contact The Mary Campbell Center

Overview of Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation
Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a senior care facility in Wilmington, Delaware. It provides high-quality long-term care and skilled nursing services for seniors. The center focuses on assisting residents in their recovery and reintegration into the community.

Contact Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation

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 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.

Contact Kentmere Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

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.

Contact Complete Care at Hillside LLC

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

CMS data 5 weighted categories Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

Includes Overall Rating Health Inspection QM Rating Long-Stay QM Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Includes Nurse Hrs/Res/Day RN vs State Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes Citations Citations/Inspection Severe Citations Fines Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

Includes Occupancy vs State Avg Length of Stay Revenue Payroll % Years in Operation Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

Includes Walk Score BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Wilmington, DE

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 nursing home care?

Yes — Delaware Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 9 nursing homes in Wilmington, DE. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Wilmington, DE?

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 Wilmington, DE, 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 nursing homes in Wilmington, DE?

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.