Kentmere Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
1900 Lovering Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806 · (302) 652-3311
Non profit - Other · 104 certified beds
Kentmere Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center has a 3-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in December 2025, found 2 citations, 1 for actual harm or immediate jeopardy (the Delaware average is 10.9). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $8,278 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on December 13, 2025 found 2 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.December 13, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.December 13, 2025 · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 9 citations.
- Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.December 13, 2025 · F0609 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.December 13, 2025 · F0610 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.December 13, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.December 13, 2025 · F0925 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.November 22, 2024 · F0600 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.November 22, 2024 · F0602 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.November 22, 2024 · F0609 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.November 22, 2024 · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.November 22, 2024 · F0741 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $8,278December 13, 2025
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Delaware average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 4.51 | 4.35 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.91 | 0.97 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.91 | 0.98 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.69 | 2.40 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 39.4% | 41.3% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Other |
| Certified beds | 104 |
| Average residents per day | 90.1 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
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