Millcroft Living

Millcroft Living is an Assisted Living Home in Delaware

Millcroft Living is an Assisted Living Home in Delaware

Millcroft Living

255 Possum Park Rd, Newark, DE 19711 View Map

Millcroft Living is an Assisted Living Home in Delaware

Millcroft Living is an Assisted Living Home in Delaware

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Overview of Millcroft Living

Nestled in a charming neighborhood in New York, Millcroft Living is a haven that combines the best of independent living with the warmth and compassion of supportive care. At Millcroft Living, they take their skilled nursing services seriously, providing post-surgical care, oxygen therapy, catheter care, and more. They offer inpatient therapies such as memory enhancement, comprehensive physical and occupational therapy, speech therapy, and pain management.

This lovely community is surrounded by convenient establishments for shopping, dining, and entertainment, as well as public parks and pools, and the stunning beaches of Delaware. Plus, pets are welcome too. Gone are the days of worrying about household chores and maintenance. Residents can now fully immerse themselves in the many amenities and activities that Millcroft Living offers. Choose from cozy alcove or studio units, complete with wall-to-wall carpeting, individual temperature control, and safe step-in showers with built-in seats and safety bars. The dining experience is also top-notch with delicious restaurant-style meals.

302-366-0160

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 5.10/day
Overall rating Info Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Health Inspection Info Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3/5
Staffing Info Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 28

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Delaware average
Occupancy rate 77.7%
Residents per day (avg) 88
Occupancy rate
77.7%
Residents per day (avg)
88

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

44% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 5 months

Private pay

48% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Medicaid

8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Church
Home revenue
$14.8M
Deficit of revenue
-$3.2M
Voluntary non-profit home Church
Home revenue
$14,821,255.00
Deficit of revenue
$-3,235,457.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.0M
40.7% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$12.0M
Total costs $18.1M
Bed community size
28-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 35 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
Assisted Living
License Date
January 7, 2025
License Expiration
June 30, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: 1099

Ownership & operating entity

Millcroft Living is administrated by Ed Burleigh - Interim Admin.

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of Nursing: Christina Hushen - Interim
Director of Nursing email: [email protected]
Administrator email: [email protected]

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Health Care Quality.
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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136
Yes
-
57
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-
-
-
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Paramount Senior Living at Newark
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

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132
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A+
16
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Millcroft Living
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Newark
110
No
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35
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77.7%
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87.60
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Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans

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Places of interest near Millcroft Living

Address 3.6 miles from city center

Address 255 Possum Park Rd, Newark, DE 19711

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

160
Total Staff
121
Employees
39
Contractors
47,462
Total Hours (Quarter)
67
Avg Staff/Day
7.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse177.9 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse248.6 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant698.1 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
110 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
7 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services
32 staff
5.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
1 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services
8 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
8.7%
of total hours from contractors
4,108 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 1 Certified Nursing Assistant: 4 Registered Nurse: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 8 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7 Physical Therapy Aide: 11 Qualified Social Worker: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant6546922,78691100%8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse231249,83791100%8.6
Registered Nurse152174,73591100%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist5052,2507886%8.5
Other Dietary Services Staff7071,4878796%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist0881,0777987%6
Nurse Practitioner2028786571%7.5
Physical Therapy Assistant0558287886%6.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician0777458290%4.7
Physical Therapy Aide011116797987%4.5
Dietitian1014806470%7.5
Occupational Therapy Aide1014365965%7.4
Dental Services Staff1014285763%7.5
Administrator1014245358%8
Qualified Social Worker0113946268%6.3

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Mar 2021 – Oct 2025)

6
Inspections
39
Total Citations
1
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
6.5
Citations/Inspection
Oct 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
1
Moderate (D-F)
36
Serious (G-I)
1
Critical (J-L)
1
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
9
23% of total
Resident Rights
8
21% of total
Pharmacy Services
6
15% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
4
10% of total
Administration
3
8% of total
Infection Control
1
3% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 29
Complaint Investigations 18
State Comparison (DE)
Avg Citations (State)
38.9
This Facility: 39
Avg Critical (State)
0.9
This Facility: 1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Oct 29, 2025 D PharmacyF0755 Corrected
Oct 29, 2025 G PharmacyF0760 Corrected
Oct 29, 2025 E Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D Quality of CareF0690 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D Quality of CareF0695 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D Care PlanningF0641 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D Resident RightsF0553 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D Resident RightsF0583 Corrected
Nov 26, 2024 D Resident RightsF0625 Corrected
Aug 28, 2024 E Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Aug 28, 2024 D Abuse/NeglectF0610 Corrected
Aug 28, 2024 B AdministrationF0944 Corrected
Aug 28, 2024 E AdministrationF0949 Corrected
Aug 28, 2024 J Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Oct 19, 2023 D Nursing ServicesF0728 Corrected
Oct 19, 2023 D Nursing ServicesF0730 Corrected
Oct 19, 2023 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Oct 19, 2023 D PharmacyF0757 Corrected
Oct 19, 2023 D PharmacyF0760 Corrected
Oct 19, 2023 D Quality of CareF0686 Corrected
Oct 19, 2023 D Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Oct 19, 2023 D Quality of CareF0695 Corrected
Oct 19, 2023 D Resident RightsF0580 Corrected
Apr 14, 2023 E Abuse/NeglectF0607 Corrected
Apr 14, 2023 D Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Mar 31, 2021 F AdministrationF0868 Corrected
Mar 31, 2021 E Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Mar 31, 2021 D Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Mar 31, 2021 D Care PlanningF0641 Corrected
Mar 31, 2021 D Resident RightsF0558 Corrected
Mar 31, 2021 E Resident RightsF0574 Corrected
Mar 31, 2021 E Resident RightsF0577 Corrected
Mar 31, 2021 E Resident RightsF0585 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Life Care Services
Resident Census by Payment Source
91 Total Residents
Medicare 22 (24.2%)
Medicaid 30 (33%)
Private Pay/Other 39 (42.9%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
CCRC
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
12.4 Score
29% worse than avg Delaware avg: 9.6

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
23.9 Score
26% worse than avg Delaware avg: 19.0

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
17.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
10.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.3%
Depressive Symptoms
0.0%
Falls with Major Injury
2.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
9.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
26.8%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
4.2%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
27.1%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
98.7% 20% better than avg Delaware: 82.1%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.7% 21% better than avg Delaware: 0.9%
Influenza Vaccine
99.1% 19% better than avg Delaware: 83.1%

Penalties & Fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total Fines $16K Delaware avg: $98K 83% better than avg
Number of Fines 1 Delaware avg: 1.9
Compared to Delaware Average Facility: $16K | Delaware Avg: $98K
Penalty History

Showing all 1 penalties (Aug 2024 - Aug 2024)

Aug 28, 2024 Civil Money Penalty
$16K

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly and Disabled Waiver
Delaware Medicaid E&D Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Delaware resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • DE Specifics: Small state, faster processing in some areas.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home modifications.
Delaware Caregiver Support Program
DE Caregiver Support (NFCSP)
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Delaware resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • DE Specifics: Limited slots; rural focus.
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
  • General: Age 55+, Delaware resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • DE Specifics: Limited to specific areas (e.g., New Castle County); few providers.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Delaware Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Delaware resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual, adjusted annually.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • DE Specifics: Three tiers; broader limits than some states.
  • Services: Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20% of services).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Delaware SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Delaware resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • DE Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~400 slots/year.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Delaware Seniors

Delaware Medicaid E&D Waiver

Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Delaware resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • DE Specifics:
    Small state, faster processing in some areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home modifications.
DE Caregiver Support (NFCSP)

Delaware Caregiver Support Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+, Delaware resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • DE Specifics:
    Limited slots; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Delaware Medicaid PACE

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, Delaware resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • DE Specifics:
    Limited to specific areas (e.g., New Castle County); few providers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Delaware Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Delaware resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual, adjusted annually.
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • DE Specifics:
    Three tiers; broader limits than some states.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20% of services).
Delaware SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Delaware resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • DE Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~400 slots/year.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
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