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HomeDelawareThe Moorings at Lewes

The Moorings at Lewes

17028 Cadbury Circle, Lewes, DE 199583026456400WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.5on Google(34 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
40
certified

How The Moorings at Lewes 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
5/5
DE average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
DE average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
DE average
4.0/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.38 hrs/day
DE average
4.35 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
1.29 hrs/day
DE average
0.97 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
42.2%
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 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Delaware average of 3.2/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Delaware average of 2.7/5.
Reported RN time is 1.29 hours per resident per day, above 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
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 18, 2024
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 9, 2026
The two inspection cycles recorded the same number of deficiency citations.

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
Sussex County 65+
70,195
29.2% of county
County Population
240,668
Sussex County

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

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The Moorings at Lewes is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Lewes, Delaware with 40 certified beds. It has been operating since 2008. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
40
Avg Residents/Day
34.6
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 3, 2008
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Sussex
Last Inspection
Jan 9, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
0.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (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: Jan 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: Jan 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.21 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.88 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.29 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.38 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.00 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.24 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
42.2%
RN Turnover
30.8%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (17)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ARGONDIZZA, ANTHONYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
CAFFERTY, MAUREENCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 2, 1999
MIDGETT, GARRETTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 5, 2009
WOODWARD, DAVIDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 23, 2018
SPRINGPOINT SENIOR LIVING INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2017
MIDGETT, GARRETTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
WOODWARD, DAVIDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
ARGONDIZZA, ANTHONYTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
CAFFERTY, MAUREENTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
MIDGETT, GARRETTTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
WOODWARD, DAVIDTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
SPRINGPOINT SENIOR LIVING INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2017
ARGONDIZZA, ANTHONYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
CAFFERTY, MAUREENADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
KOPEC, MARYBETHADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2006
MIDGETT, GARRETTADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017
WOODWARD, DAVIDADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 1, 2017

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for The Moorings at Lewes and nearby alternatives.

All Delaware facilities
The Moorings at Lewes
Lewes, DECurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Excelcare at Lewes LLC
Lewes, DE1.5 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $106,560
Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance
Millsboro, DE9.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $13,627
Ocean Grove Post Acute
Millsboro, DE14.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Delaware Bay Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Georgetown, DE14.4 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $62,618
Polaris Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Milford, DE18.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $153,884
Milford Center
Milford, DE19.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $176,862
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
The Moorings at Lewes
Lewes, DE · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Excelcare at Lewes LLC
Lewes, DE
1.5 mi2/52/53/5$106,560
Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance
Millsboro, DE
9.1 mi3/53/54/5$13,627
Ocean Grove Post Acute
Millsboro, DE
14.2 mi2/52/54/5None recorded
Delaware Bay Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Georgetown, DE
14.4 mi2/52/53/5$62,618
Polaris Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Milford, DE
18.9 mi2/52/52/5$153,884
Milford Center
Milford, DE
19.3 mi2/52/54/5$176,862

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 The Moorings at Lewes?▾
The Moorings at Lewes has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does The Moorings at Lewes 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). The Moorings at Lewes participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has The Moorings at Lewes had any health inspection violations?▾
The Moorings at Lewes had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 9, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at The Moorings at Lewes?▾
The Moorings at Lewes provides 4.38 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.29 RN hours, 0.88 LPN hours, and 2.21 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 42.2%.
How many beds does The Moorings at Lewes have?▾
The Moorings at Lewes has 40 certified beds with an average of 34.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 87% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Springpoint Senior Living chain.
Are there other nursing homes near The Moorings at Lewes?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Delaware, including 1 in Lewes. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about The Moorings at Lewes?▾
On Google Maps, The Moorings at Lewes has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 34 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Springpoint Senior Living

This chain operates 8 facilities. View all →