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HomeDelawareRegal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center

Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center

6525 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE 197073029980181WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.3on Google(41 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
172
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
3 fine(s) totaling $46,999

How Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center Compares in Delaware

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Delaware. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
2/5
DE average
3.2/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
DE average
2.7/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
4/5
DE average
4.0/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.86 hrs/day
DE average
4.35 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.46 hrs/day
DE average
0.97 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
41.7%
DE average
41.3%
Close to state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the Delaware average of 3.2/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Delaware average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.86 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 4.35.
Reported RN time is 0.46 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.97.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
27
deficiency citations
Inspected May 1, 2024
Most recent cycle
19
deficiency citations
Inspected May 23, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 8 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$12,167/mo
Delaware median
Private Room
$13,567/mo
Delaware median
New Castle County 65+
92,683
16.2% of county
County Population
570,567
New Castle County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Hockessin, Delaware with 172 certified beds. It has been operating since 1967. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
172
Avg Residents/Day
165.3
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 1967
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
New Castle
Last Inspection
May 23, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
19
Weighted Score
106.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (65)

F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: May 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: May 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: May 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0551Potential for Harm

Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0559Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0685Potential for Harm

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0887Potential for Harm

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0940Potential for Harm

Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0604Actual Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Feb 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Feb 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Feb 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Feb 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Feb 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Feb 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: May 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 35 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$46,999
Number of Fines
3
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
3

Penalty History

FineFeb 10, 2025
$12,438
FineMay 1, 2024
$16,801
FineMay 23, 2025
$17,760

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.14 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.26 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.46 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.86 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.66 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.04 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
41.7%
RN Turnover
45.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
GELLEY, LEAH5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJun 1, 2006
GELLEY, MEIR5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJun 1, 2006
GELLEY, MEIRW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJun 1, 2006

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center and nearby alternatives.

All Delaware facilities
Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center
Hockessin, DECurrent facilityAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $46,999
Willowbrooke Court at Cokesbury Village
Hockessin, DE4,224 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Coral Springs Rehab & Healthcare
Wilmington, DE2.1 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $99,184
Cadia Rehabilitation Pike Creek
Wilmington, DE2.5 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $78,351
Complete Care at Brackenville LLC
Hockessin, DE2.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $16,801
Pike Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Wilmington, DE2.8 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $484,596
Stonegates
Greenville, DE3.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $48,696
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center
Hockessin, DE · Current facility
—2/52/54/5$46,999
Willowbrooke Court at Cokesbury Village
Hockessin, DE
4,224 ft5/54/55/5None recorded
Coral Springs Rehab & Healthcare
Wilmington, DE
2.1 mi2/52/52/5$99,184
Cadia Rehabilitation Pike Creek
Wilmington, DE
2.5 mi3/52/52/5$78,351
Complete Care at Brackenville LLC
Hockessin, DE
2.7 mi4/53/53/5$16,801
Pike Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Wilmington, DE
2.8 mi2/51/53/5$484,596
Stonegates
Greenville, DE
3.0 mi4/53/55/5$48,696

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center?▾
Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Delaware is $12,167/month for a semi-private room and $13,567/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center had 19 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 23, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 3 fine(s) totaling $46,999.
What are the staffing levels at Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center?▾
Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center provides 3.86 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.46 RN hours, 1.26 LPN hours, and 2.14 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 41.7%.
How many beds does Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center have?▾
Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center has 172 certified beds with an average of 165.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 96% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Nationwide Healthcare Services chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Delaware, including 2 in Hockessin. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center?▾
On Google Maps, Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center has a rating of 3.3 out of 5 based on 41 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

Part of Nationwide Healthcare Services

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