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Nursing Home in Wilmington

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Complete Care at Hillside LLC

Nursing Home in Wilmington

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Complete Care at Hillside LLC

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.
(302) 652-1181

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
4/5
Delaware average: 3.3/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
3/5
Delaware average: 2.7/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5
Delaware average: 4.0/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
5/5
Delaware average: 4.2/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 43m per day

This home provides 21% less nursing time per resident than the Delaware average.

Delaware average: 4h 43m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 46m per day 1h 2m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 20m per day 2h 28m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 42m per day 4h 2m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 4m per day 9m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 35m per day 43m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 106

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Delaware average
Occupancy rate 90.6%
Residents per day (avg) 96
Occupancy rate
90.6%
Residents per day (avg)
96

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 30 days

Private pay

59% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 25 days

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.8M
Operating loss
-$9.6K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.8M
Operating loss
-$9.6K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.1M
29.7% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.7M
Total costs $13.8M
Bed community size
106-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
91%
In line with Delaware average
Occupied beds
96 / 106
Average residents 86 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJune 1, 2025

Additional Licensing Details

License Number1070
CMS Certification Number085013

Ownership & Operating Entity

Complete Care at Hillside LLC is administrated by Ruth Graziano.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of NursingDebra Baich- Pietlock

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Post-Acute Care

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsServices, What to Expect, Careers, Contact

Contact Complete Care at Hillside LLC

Inspection History

In Delaware, the Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Health Care Quality is responsible for the oversight, unannounced inspection, and licensing of all long-term care settings.

5 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date February 6, 2025
Routine

65 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Delaware average: 64 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Complete Care at Hillside LLC

The most recent inspection on February 6, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies across several areas including medication self-administration, call light accessibility, abuse investigation, care planning, staffing, pressure ulcer prevention, respiratory care, psychotropic drug use, infection control, immunizations, and resident call system functionality. Earlier inspections also noted deficiencies related to care planning, infection control, respiratory care, staffing, food safety, and abuse reporting, with substantiated complaints regarding abuse investigations and infection control. The main themes of deficiencies have consistently involved resident care planning, infection prevention, medication management, and staff qualifications. Complaint investigations were substantiated in several surveys, particularly concerning abuse investigations and infection control practices. The inspection history shows ongoing challenges with compliance in multiple care and safety areas, with no clear improvement trend over time.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Delaware average 4.4


Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

Total health citations 31

Delaware average 38.9

Citations per inspection
7.75

Delaware average 8.72


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

26 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 31 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 0.9


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 1.2

0 critical citations More info Delaware average: 0.9

0 serious citations More info Delaware average: 1.2

29 moderate citations More info Delaware average: 35.7

2 minor citations More info Delaware average: 1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Feb 06, 2025
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. Feb 06, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Feb 06, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Feb 06, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Wilmington The information below is reported by the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Health Care Quality.

5 facilities compared · CMS & DE Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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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
88.5%
+10%
3.71
-7%
-20%
0
31
7.8
0
96
-
Pc De Opcos Llc
$13.2M
$4.1M
31.2%
85013
-
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
88.2%
+9%
4.55
-25%
-2%
1
22
5.5
1
98
29
-
$25.5M
$7.2M
28.1%
85056
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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
114
81.8%
+1%
5.56
-62%
+19%
0
27
6.8
0
93
-
Clark, Stephen
$18.0M
$5.2M
29.1%
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
104
88.3%
+9%
4.28
+12%
-8%
0
40
13.3
1
94
-
Kentmere Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center Inc
$15.9M
$6.2M
39%
85001
-
Coral Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
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.

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
169
90.2%
+12%
3.73
-9%
-20%
3
59
19.7
4
150
25
Coral Springs Llc
$46.9M
$7.2M
15.4%
85004
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 152
Employees 91
Contractors 61
Staff to resident ratio 1.58:1
0% compared with Delaware average

Delaware average ratio: 1.61:1

Avg staff/day 54
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with Delaware average

Delaware average: 7.6 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 38,058
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 18
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 30
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 70
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

23.6%

8,967 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 19 Licensed Practical Nurse: 17 Registered Nurse: 8 Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant51197019,70191100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse1317307,71891100%8.1
Registered Nurse108184,15391100%8.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist5051,5756470%7.9
Nurse Practitioner5058956470%7.9
Mental Health Service Worker2027766470%8
Physical Therapy Aide0555456571%7.8
Administrator1014806066%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1014675965%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224615864%8
Dental Services Staff1014615965%7.8
Speech Language Pathologist0442505662%4
Physical Therapy Assistant0332113134%6.8
RN Director of Nursing2022094651%4.1
Qualified Social Worker0331563235%4.7
70 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
30 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
18 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 70%
5 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 66%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 65%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 64%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 65%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 62%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 34%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 51%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 35%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
96 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
12 residents (12.5%)
Medicaid
69 residents (71.9%)
Private pay or other
15 residents (15.6%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 3.9
59% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 9.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 12.4
35% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 19.0

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Delaware avg: 4.6 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 2.5%
84% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 15.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 6.0%
70% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 19.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 28.6%
30% worse than Delaware average

Delaware average: 22.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.9%
36% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 3.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.4%
46% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.3%
85% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.9%
20% worse than Delaware average

Delaware average: 5.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.8%
54% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 6.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 13.9%
27% worse than Delaware average

Delaware average: 11.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.2%
In line with Delaware average

Delaware average: 95.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Delaware average

Delaware average: 97.4%

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Delaware avg: 3.6 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.0%
18% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 82.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 0.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
20% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 83.1%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 24.1%
12% worse than Delaware average

Delaware average: 21.5%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 11.5%
In line with Delaware average

Delaware average: 11.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 75.0%
40% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 53.9%
7% better than Delaware average

Delaware average: 50.6%

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Delaware Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Delaware resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Small state, faster processing in some areas.

Delaware Caregiver Support Program

DE Caregiver Support (NFCSP)

Caregiver of someone 60+, Delaware resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural focus.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Delaware Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Delaware resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific areas (e.g., New Castle County); few providers.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Delaware Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Delaware resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual, adjusted annually.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; broader limits than some states.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Delaware SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Delaware resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~400 slots/year.

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