Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Hockessin, Delaware
1 of 3 nursing homes in Hockessin (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Delaware statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
286
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$156,647 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
55 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Hockessin, Delaware, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 33% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware of one facility with significant fines totaling $139,846, while Willowbrooke Court at Cokesbury Village stands out with a top rating.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 WILLOWBROOKE COURT AT COKESBURY VILLAGE (90) — Willowbrooke Court at Cokesbury Village stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. The facility's non-profit status emphasizes its dedication to the community, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a cozy environment with only 10 beds.
The other 2 Hockessin facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $156K.
Recommended
Willowbrooke Court at Cokesbury Village stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. The facility's non-profit status emphasizes its dedication to the community, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a cozy environment with only 10 beds.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Hockessin Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.59 | 0.92 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 7 | 38.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $156,647
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Hockessin Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Hockessin's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Hockessin facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Hockessin avg is 55 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Hockessin facilities average 38.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Hockessin at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 33% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $156K in total fines across 2 facilities
- Worst facility has $139K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 52.7 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 67% for-profit, 33% non-profit, 0% government
- 38.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Hockessin, DE are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Hockessin (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Hockessin "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Hockessin?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.