1101 Gilpin Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806 · New Castle County
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Typically 97% full (93 of 96 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Gilpin Hall is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Wilmington, DE, with 96 certified beds and an average of about 93 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.48 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.61 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 26.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $13,830–$16,830/mo (median $14,930) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Wilmington prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
1101 Gilpin Avenue, Wilmington, DE
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Talk to an advisor about this communityGilpin Hall does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wilmington, DE area typically runs $13,830–$16,830 per month (median $14,930, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Gilpin Hall 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 4.48 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 26.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Gilpin Hall has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 97% full (93 of 96 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Gilpin Hall in Wilmington, DE offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 96 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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