Stonegates
4031 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE 19807 · New Castle County · (302) 658-6200
49 certified beds, about 28 residents a day · For profit - Partnership · Medicare since 1984
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 085026 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on December 12, 2025, inspectors cited 6 health deficiencies (the Delaware average is 10.9, the national average 9.2).
Of 20 health citations since December 2023, 1 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (1 immediate jeopardy).
CMS lists 1 fine totaling $48,696 in the last three years; the largest was $48,696, and the latest is dated December 5, 2023.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 5.96 hours per resident per day, against 4.35 across Delaware and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 2.01 of those hours.
26.4% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Delaware average 41.3%).
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 20 health citations on file.
December 12, 2025Standard inspection · 6 citations
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that for two (R18 and R27) out of three residents reviewed for accidents, the facility failed to accurately reflect R18 and R27's status by documenting their medication, carbidopa-levodopa, as an anticonvulsant.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, it was determined that for one (R29) out of five residents reviewed for unnecessary medications, the facility failed to include the required members in the care planning conference.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, it was determined that for one (R18) out of three residents reviewed for accidents, the facility failed to have evidence of attempted alternatives, bed rail assessment, review of the risks and benefits and obtain informed consent prior to installation and use of bilateral bed rails.
- D Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R18) out of three residents reviewed for accidents, the facility failed to ensure each residents' records were accurate and complete.
- D Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, it was determined that for one (R18) out of three residents reviewed for accidents, the facility failed to ensure that R18's bed rail was included in a routine, preventative maintenance program.
- D Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that for two (E7 and E8) out of ten employees reviewed for training, the facility lacked evidence of QAPI training.
December 6, 2024Standard inspection · 5 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview it was determined that the facility failed to ensure food was stored, prepared and served in a manner that prevents food borne illness to the residents.
- F Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview it was determined that for two random observations of the laundry room, the facility failed to handle, store and process linens to prevent the spread of infection. 12/4/24 9:30 AM - The following was observed in the laundry area: - The door from the washer room to the dryer (clean) room was open. -The room with the washing machines had blue rags on the floor to the right of the washer and a cell phone was plugged in and laying on top of a washer. -The soiled room contained an office desk, resident emergency water supply, a cell phone on the desk and a cart with clean linen that had a cover on it. 12/4/24 9:35 AM - In an interview E16 (Laundress) confirmed the door was open. [...]
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on a random observation and interview it was determined that four (R13, R15, R17 and R19) residents observed during dining, food service employees utilized gloves while in the dining room to serve residents and nursing staff utilized gloves in the dining room to feed residents violating resident's dignity in their home environment.
- D Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review and review of other documentation, it was determined that for one (R17) out of one resident reviewed for hospice, the facility failed to collaborate with the hospice provider in the development of a written plan of care.
- D Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and review of other facility documentation it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that two (E13 and E14) out of five sampled employees received training on dementia management.
December 5, 2023Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 9 citations
- J Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteRevised post IDR Based on interview and record review, it was determined that for two (R14 and R38) out of two residents reviewed for accidents, the facility failed to ensure residents received adequate supervision and assistive devices to prevent accidents. R14, a cognitively impaired resident with dementia and identified as high risk for wandering, eloped from the building on 2/18/23 and was found outside on the community grounds by a bystander. R14 was at risk of a severe adverse outcome. An IJ (immediate jeopardy) was identified on 12/4/23 at 2:17 PM and abated on 12/4/23 at 11:59 PM. For R38, a cognitively impaired resident who was at high risk for falls upon admission, the facility failed to implement appropriate person-centered fall interventions taking into consideration her continued impulsivity, lack of safety awareness and her diagnosis of a urinary tract infection (UTI). [...]
- E Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that for four (E13, E21, E26 and E27) out of seven Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) reviewed for in-service education, the facility failed to ensure each CNA received at least twelve hours of in-service training per year.
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R38) out of three residents reviewed for hospitalization, the facility failed consult with the resident's physician and notify R38's resident representative of a fall on 10/5/22 which resulted in an injury and had the potential for requiring physician intervention.
- D Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R38) out of three residents sampled for hospitalization, the facility failed to have an admission order for R38's immediate care of her fractured finger.
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, it was determined that for one (R6) out of seventeen residents reviewed for assessments, the facility failed to ensure the accuracy of R6's Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI).
- D Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that for one (R38) out of three residents reviewed for hospitalization, the facility failed to develop and implement a baseline care plan for R38's fractured finger.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on record reviews and interviews, it was determined that for one (R2) out of one resident sampled for pressure ulcers and one (R38) out of three residents sampled for hospitalizations, the facility failed to revise each residents' care plan.
- D Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, it was determined that for two (E27 and E28) out of five CNAs reviewed for performance reviews, the facility failed to ensure each CNA had an annual performance review.
- D Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interviews, it was determined that for one (R26) out of five residents reviewed for immunizations the facility failed to offer the recommended pneumococcal vaccine.
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| December 5, 2023 | Fine | $48,696 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Delaware | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 5.96 | 4.35 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 2.01 | 0.97 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 5.14 | 3.89 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.73 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 1.21 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 26.4% | 41.3% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 5.9% | 41.2% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 2.77 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 6.29 on weekdays and 5.14 on weekends, 18% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.0% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 5.94 in April to June 2025 to 5.96 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 5.96 | 2.01 | 6.29 | 5.14 | 0.0% | 0 of 90 | 28 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 5.97 | 2.16 | 6.24 | 5.27 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 29 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 6.07 | 2.08 | 6.29 | 5.54 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 29 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 5.94 | 2.05 | 6.17 | 5.36 | 0.0% | 0 of 91 | 30 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Delaware, Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.05 | 0.79 | 4.21 | 3.67 | 5.7% | 0% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Staff pay reports
Staff pay at this home
No staff pay figure for this home has passed review yet. A figure appears only after at least 5 reports from at least 3 different people, sent over at least 60 days, have passed review.
Official wage estimates for Delaware
| Job | Median | Middle half | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware, all employers | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.21 | $18.51 to $21.74 | 5,530 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $33.03 | $30.97 to $36.07 | 2,240 |
| Registered nurses | $47.85 | $41.30 to $53.71 | 14,290 |
| United States, nursing care facilities | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.67 | $17.91 to $22.55 | 534,270 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $33.86 | $30.05 to $37.40 | 188,210 |
| Registered nurses | $41.11 | $37.85 to $47.68 | 142,270 |
Hourly wages; the middle half runs from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. BLS has no separate estimate for medication aides. These are survey estimates for whole occupations, not figures for any one home.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Delaware | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 17.9 | 12.7 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.0 | 2.1 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.9 | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.4 | 1.0 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 16.6 | 13.6 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 3.5 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.8 | 10.7 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 19.4 | 23.4 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 13.4 | 11.6 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 1.1 | 1.8 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 0.5 | 1.4 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: GREENVILLE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY L.L.C..
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cantera Tr Ua | Direct ownership interest | Organization | 08/17/2019 | |
| Cantera Tr Ua | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 08/17/2019 | |
| Dennis, Michele | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 10/01/2023 | |
| Locurcio, Cesca | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 01/01/2024 | |
| Cantera Tr Ua | Trustee of the SNF | Organization | 08/17/2019 | |
| Cantera Tr Ua | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 08/17/2019 | |
| Dennis, Michele | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 10/01/2023 | |
| Locurcio, Cesca | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 01/01/2024 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 7 problems in this area, most recently on December 12, 2025: "Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment."
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on December 12, 2025: "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."
- Who is the administrator and director of nursing, and how long have they been in the job?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on December 12, 2025: "Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program."
- What changed in infection control since the last inspection, and who on staff is the infection preventionist?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on December 6, 2024: "Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program."
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Delaware contacts for a concern about a nursing home
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- Inspections and complaints: Delaware Division of Health Care Quality, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Delaware Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, 1-855-773-1002. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: Delaware Licensed Nursing Homes, survey reports, where Delaware publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Stonegates's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Stonegates 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Stonegates get at its last inspection?
- 6 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on December 12, 2025. The Delaware average is 10.9.
- Has Stonegates been fined?
- Yes. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $48,696 in the last three years.
- Does Stonegates accept Medicaid?
- CMS lists it as "Medicare", so it is not certified for Medicaid.
- Who owns Stonegates?
- CMS lists 8 owners and managers. Legal business name: GREENVILLE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY L.L.C..
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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