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THE MOORINGS AT LEWES

17028 Cadbury Circle, Lewes, DE

Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing

★ 4.85 reviewsRead reviews

About the community

About THE MOORINGS AT LEWES

The Moorings at Lewes in Lewes, DE is one of senior living communities in the area. To find the right community for your needs and budget, connect with one of A Place For Mom’s local senior living advisors for free, expert advice.

Tracked public-data history

Recent changes

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  1. November 3, 2026 at 4:18 AM PST

    1 change detected in this data refresh

    Inspection record updated

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services cms quality profile is now available or has changed.

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ↗
  2. August 15, 2026 at 11:18 AM PDT

    2 changes detected in this data refresh

    Inspection coverage updated

    Inspection coverage changed from NOT_COVERED to COVERED.

    Inspection record added

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services cms quality profile is now available or has changed.

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ↗
  3. September 15, 2026 at 4:14 PM PDT

    1 change detected in this data refresh

    Inspection record updated

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services cms quality profile is now available or has changed.

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ↗

Family and resident feedback

4.8 out of 5 from 5 reviews

Overall rating from Caring.com. Recent public reviews can help surface themes to ask about on a tour. Ratings belong to the original review source and are not independently verified by us.

★★★★★

Positive

I visited this facility

I am on the waiting list for The Moorings at Lewes, and have already put down a deposit. I like the idea of having continuous care throughout my life. The staff was excellent. They did a fine job. Everything was in beautiful condition. They have a gym and a pool. They have everything that I need.

PeterJune 24, 2026Caring.com

★★★★★

Positive

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

After my mom had 4 surgeries in 9 days and spent 16 days in the hospital, she needed rehabilitation including wound care. I was grateful The Moorings accepted the challenge! The staff worked tirelessly to ensure all her needs were met and spoiled her with chocolate ice cream. Every staff member was kind and gentle as she was in a lot of pain. They used advanced technology and equipment to help her recover. The staff cared for us with hugs and tears as visits became increasingly tough. Although my mom's body wa…

Zandra SauersFebruary 25, 2024Caring.com

★★★★★

Positive

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

EXCELLENT! A move like this is obviously a huge decision, for the incoming resident and for their family. I cannot express enough what a gift the Moorings retirement community has been to our entire family. My mother's move from her residence of over 50 years into a beautiful Delaware Corner model apartment was seamless. Communication along the way was so good, the intake process was very personal and detailed, and the community itself has far exceeded my expectations. Every single employee we have interacted …

Robin ShelburneMarch 23, 2023Caring.com

★★★★★

Positive

I visited this facility

The Moorings at Lewes is very upscale and relatively new. It's bigger and newer, and it's in a very expensive area, and so is their monthly price. They had both semi-private and private rooms, and I prefer private for my wife. I was impressed with it. The staff during the tour was very nice. They accommodated me. I was a walk-in. Their care seemed to be excellent. They have a lot of people working there. The staff during the tour was very knowledgeable and very accommodating. They were very good. The room…

JeffNovember 15, 2022Caring.com

★★★★★

Positive

I visited this facility

We went to look at The Moorings at Lewes. There's an awful lot of walking involved. The amenities were very nice. The staff was very nice. We saw a two-bedroom. The layout was nice.

WilliamMay 9, 2022Caring.com

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
November 3, 2026

Campus care settings

Skilled nursing

THE MOORINGS AT LEWES

40 CMS-certified beds · CMS CCN 085053

Classification and identity evidence

Why this community appears in these categories

Skilled Nursing

Current CMS-certified nursing-home provider record; classification does not imply current admission availability.

Authoritative classification evidence · observed November 3, 2026

Skilled Nursing

Current CMS-certified nursing-home provider record; classification does not imply current admission availability.

Authoritative classification evidence · observed September 15, 2026

Skilled Nursing

Current CMS-certified nursing-home provider record; classification does not imply current admission availability.

Authoritative classification evidence · observed August 15, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.

Meals & dining

  • Meals Provided

Health & wellness

  • Medication Management
  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Memory Care

Services & convenience

  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Beautician
  • English
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Resident Parking Available

Activities & engagement

  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Devotional Activities On-Site

Outdoor spaces

  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Swimming Pool

Apartment & room features

  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered

Facility-level payment evidence

Plans and public programs found in source records

These are directory, certification, contract, or participation records. They do not determine an individual’s eligibility, authorization, network benefits, cost sharing, admission, or whether a visit or stay is free.

Certified provider record

Original Medicare

Payer: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · Service scope: Short Term Skilled Nursing

Room-and-board coverage is not publicly confirmed.

CMS Provider Data Catalog ↗ · source dated October 1, 2026

Certified provider record

DE Medicaid

Payer: DE Medicaid · Service scope: Long Term Nursing

Room-and-board coverage is not publicly confirmed.

CMS Provider Data Catalog ↗ · source dated October 1, 2026

Payment-program records

Medicare and Medicaid information

Medicaid

CMS provider type: Medicare and Medicaid

A contract or certification record does not guarantee coverage, eligibility, or current acceptance of new residents.

Medicare

CMS provider type: Medicare and Medicaid

A contract or certification record does not guarantee coverage, eligibility, or current acceptance of new residents.

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services5/5 overall CMS rating · 5/5 health inspection · 5/5 staffing · 0 recent-cycle deficienciesView the official record ↗

Coverage last checked November 3, 2026 via Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
Confirmation required