1001 MIDDLEFORD ROAD, SEAFORD, DE 19973
Phone: (302)629-4593
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 15 | Est. Occupancy: 72% (~4 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars
Last Updated: November 2025
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About Nursing Homes in SEAFORD
SEAFORD, Delaware has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 3 stars. 0 facilities earn the top five-star rating, while facilities average 0 RN hours per resident per day.
SEAFORD Quick Facts:
- •100% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
- •1 nonprofit facilities (33.3% of market)
- •100% of facilities have abuse violations
- •Average facility size: 83 beds (mid-size facilities)
Nursing Home Costs in SEAFORD
Nursing home costs in SEAFORD, Delaware average $466-$490 per day ($13,980-$14,700/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 46% above the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents. Some facilities also participate in Veterans Aid & Attendance programs for qualifying veterans and spouses.
Market Overview
SEAFORD's nursing homes include 66.7% for-profit, 33.3% nonprofit facilities.
Choosing a Nursing Home in SEAFORD
While SEAFORD has no five-star facilities, the average 3-star rating suggests reasonable quality options are available. Consider the 1 nonprofit facilities—research shows nonprofits earn five-star ratings at twice the rate of for-profits nationwide. Note that 3 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding.
All nursing homes in SEAFORD are licensed and inspected by the Delaware Division of Health Care Quality. Delaware Medical Assistance Program (DMAP) covers nursing home care for eligible Delaware residents. For advocacy and complaints, contact the Delaware Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-800-223-9074. Delaware law requires nursing homes to maintain minimum staffing ratios, conduct quarterly inspections, and report all incidents to state authorities. Families can file complaints with the Delaware Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which investigates concerns about quality of care, resident rights, and facility conditions.
All Nursing Homes in SEAFORD
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Showing 3 of 3 facilities in SEAFORD
715 E. KING STREET, SEAFORD, DE 19973
Phone: (302)628-3000
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 110 | Est. Occupancy: 93% (~8 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars
1100 NORMAN ESKRIDGE HIGHWAY, SEAFORD, DE 19973
Phone: (302)629-3575
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 124 | Est. Occupancy: 76% (~30 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars
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