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HomeDelawareRegal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center

Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center

6525 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE 197073029980181
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
172
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
4 fine(s) totaling $140,261

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 2/5 stars (below average)

• Has 172 certified beds with an average of 161.3 residents per day (94% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 26 deficiencies (inspected May 23, 2025)

• Has been fined a total of $140,261 across 4 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.94 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 42.0%

• Part of the Nationwide Healthcare Services chain (7 facilities)

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. The facility scored below average compared to Delaware facilities.

Beds
172
Avg Residents/Day
161.3
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)
26
Weighted Score
144.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (67)

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: 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: 1
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: 1
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: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0697Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: 1
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Feb 10, 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
F0658Potential for Harm

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

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
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
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
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
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 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0676Potential for Harm

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

Survey: May 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 37 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$140,261
Number of Fines
4
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
4

Penalty History

FineFeb 10, 2025
$12,438
FineMay 1, 2024
$16,801
FineMay 23, 2025
$17,760
FineJun 8, 2023
$93,262

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

Nurse Aide2.18 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.39 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.37 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.94 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.64 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.05 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
42.0%
RN Turnover
43.8%
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

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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 3/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center had 26 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 23, 2025). The facility has been fined a total of $140,261 across 4 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center?▾
Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center provides 3.94 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.37 RN hours, 1.39 LPN hours, and 2.18 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 42.0%.
How many beds does Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center have?▾
Regal Heights Healthcare & Rehab Center has 172 certified beds with an average of 161.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% 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, there are 2 other nursing homes in Hockessin, Delaware with an average rating of 4/5. You can compare all facilities on the Hockessin nursing homes page.

Part of Nationwide Healthcare Services

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