Nikki
May 2024
Do not send your love ones to this facility. They are very unorganized, have no communication skills, no compassion for those who are ill. Try another location.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 175
- Medicare rating
- 2 of 5
- Ownership
- Government, State
- Certified beds
- 175
- Inspections
- View history (16 citations)
- Facility capacity
- Licensed for up to 175 residents
- Building age
- Historic building dating to the 1930s
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Reviewers are mixed on this Smyrna skilled nursing and long-term care facility: several praise the caring staff and rehab progress, while at least one reviewer describes serious problems with organization and communication. With only a handful of reviews, families should ask specific questions before deciding.
The Good
- Staff described as caring and engaging
- Reviewers report strong rehab progress
- Long-term residents speak positively of environment
The Bad
- One report of disorganization and poor communication
- One reviewer cited lack of compassion for ill residents
- No published pricing information available
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill is a senior living community in Smyrna, Delaware offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 14 reviews.
About Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill
Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Smyrna, Delaware, with a licensed capacity of 175 residents.
Family experiences at the facility are mixed. Some families report notably positive outcomes, with staff described as caring and engaged, one family noted their father showed significant improvement and appreciated that staff "treat him like a normal person" and "engage in conversations to get to know him more." The facility occupies a distinctive 1930s building. However, other families have expressed serious concerns about organization, communication, and compassion during care.
The facility holds a 3.6 out of 5 Google rating based on 14 reviews. Prospective residents and families should carefully weigh these differing accounts when considering admission.
Types of Care at Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill
3.6overall · 14 ratings combined
3.6★ on Google (14)
Emily Van Vlack
May 2024
Beautiful 1930s building, stopped in to DHSS to pick up a state funded AED. Friendly supportive staff.
Cecilia Noel
Mar 2023
My dad has been in this rehab since December and he's been improving so much more than he was at Christiana. The staff is so caring and treat him like a normal person. They talk with him and engage in conversations to get to know him more. Thank you so much!!!
Kawee Egerson
Jul 2021
Great place to help you when your recovering
Kawee Egerson
Aug 2018
A very good place that helps you in a nice environment to be in to meet beautiful people I was there myself for 8 years and 28 days.
Government Inspection History
6 inspection visits in the last three years, 16 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Jan 9, 2026Health Standard9 citations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity K of L: immediate jeopardy, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2026
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 23, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 23, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 23, 2026
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 23, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 23, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 23, 2026
Oct 3, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 17, 2025
Feb 24, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 24, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 31, 2025
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 31, 2025
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 31, 2025
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 31, 2025
Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 31, 2025
Jan 10, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth StandardNo citations
Feb 22, 2022Fire Safety StandardNo citations
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill offer?
Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill located?
Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill is located at 100 Sunnyside Road in Smyrna, Delaware.
What do families say about Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill?
Reviewers are mixed on this Smyrna skilled nursing and long-term care facility: several praise the caring staff and rehab progress, while at least one reviewer describes serious problems with organization and communication. With only a handful of reviews, families should ask specific questions before deciding.
How did Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill do on recent health and safety inspections?
Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 16 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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