Sussex County, Delaware · Nursing home
Seaford Center
3 of 5 overall from CMS
1100 Norman Eskridge Highway, Seaford, DE 19973
At a glance
- Overall rating 3 of 5 Below the state average of 3.2
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.59 hours Below the state average of 4.35
- Nursing staff who left in a year 37.2% Below the state average of 41.3%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 55 3 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $33,933 1 fine
- Certified beds in use 72.5% of 124 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Seaford Center is a 124-bed nursing home in Seaford, Delaware (Sussex County). CMS rates it 3 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 3.59 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the Delaware average of 4.35. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $33,933 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 124
- Residents per day (average)
- 89.9
- Certified since
- 1976 (50 yrs)
For profit - Limited Liability company Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Genesis Healthcare (184 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Seaford Center
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 1 fine totaling $33,933 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- About 72.5% of certified beds are in use on an average day. Are any units closed, or are admissions limited?Certified beds and average residents in CMS data
- Registered nurse time is 0.71 hours per resident per day; the Delaware average is 0.97. Is an RN on site overnight?RN staffing in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 3 of 5 Delaware average 3.2
- Health inspections 3 of 5 Delaware average 2.7
- Staffing 4 of 5 Delaware average 4.0
- Quality measures 3 of 5 Delaware average 4.0
The vertical line marks the Delaware average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 3.59 h Delaware average 4.35
- Nurse aides 2.21 h Delaware average 2.40
- Licensed practical nurses 0.67 h Delaware average 0.98
- Registered nurses 0.71 h Delaware average 0.97
- All staff, weekends 3.43 h Delaware average 3.89
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 11 hours. The vertical line marks the Delaware average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover37.2%
- Delaware average41.3%
- Registered nurse turnover45.0%
- Delaware average41.2%
- Administrators who left1
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Delaware and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Delaware | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 16.9% | 12.7% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 8.5% | 5.4% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 12.4% | 10.3% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 2.6% | 3.2% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.0% | 95.7% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 22.9% | 13.6% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 30.7% | 21.8% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.5% | 97.4% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.1% | 3.5% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 28.6% | 20.2% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 11.1% | 10.7% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.68 | 1.81 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.71 | 1.40 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Delaware | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 91.4% | 83.5% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.4% | 1.0% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 84.1% | 83.1% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 21.5% | 23.3% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 17.3% | 11.6% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 55 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 2 were at the immediate jeopardy level and 1 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 21 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Sep 24, 2024: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2025 | 10 | 0 |
| Sep 24, 2024 | 17 | 2 |
| Sep 7, 2023 | 28 | 4 |
Delaware homes averaged 10.9 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (55)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Past Non-Compliance (Jun 6, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 5, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 5, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Complaint investigation · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 5, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Keep complete, dated laboratory records in the resident's record.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 5, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 5, 2025)
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GActual harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 30, 2024)
Showing the 30 most recent of 55.
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2024 | Fine | $33,933 |
Delaware homes averaged 1.5 fines and $67,512 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Delaware
- Size15 of 44 by certified beds
- Delaware average residents per day90.1
- ChainGenesis Healthcare
- Chain average overall rating2.3 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Seaford3
- Homes in Sussex County12
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Seaford Center?
Seaford Center has an overall rating of 3 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 3, staffing is 4 and quality measures is 3.
How many beds does Seaford Center have?
Seaford Center has 124 certified beds. It averages 89.9 residents per day, about 72.5% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Seaford Center?
The home reports 3.59 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.71 hours from registered nurses. The Delaware average is 4.35 hours and 0.97 hours from registered nurses.
Has Seaford Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $33,933 in the past three years.
Does Seaford Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
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Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Sussex County
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 085015. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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