Somerford House

501 South Harmony Road, Newark, DE 19713

(302) 266-9255

Assisted Living Facility|Last inspected January 23, 2025

6 violations cited

Last inspected: January 23, 2025|Licensed for 72 beds

AI-Generated Summary

State inspectors found six deficiencies at Somerford House during an unannounced annual and complaint survey conducted January 22–23, 2025. Violations included contracts being signed before full resident assessments and service agreements were completed (4 of 5 sampled residents affected), failure to complete pre-admission UAI-based resident assessments prior to admission for 2 residents, missing pre-admission physician medical evaluations for 1 resident, failure to complete a 30-day UAI update within the required timeframe for 1 resident, and a food safety violation involving improperly labeled/dated refrigerated ready-to-eat foods in the kitchen. The facility submitted correction plans with anticipated completion dates of March 28, 2025, including staff re-education, revised admission procedures, and enhanced auditing protocols.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Somerford House

How many violations does Somerford House have?
Somerford House has 6 violations documented in The Care Audit database. Review the full citation details above.
When was Somerford House last inspected?
The most recent inspection date on file is January 23, 2025. Facilities in Delaware are typically re-inspected annually.
Is there an official inspection report for Somerford House?
Yes. A link to the official state inspection report is available on this page. The report is hosted on the Delaware government website.
Is Somerford House a licensed facility in Delaware?
Somerford House is listed in The Care Audit as a state-licensed assisted living facility in Newark, Delaware. Licensing status is sourced from official Delaware health department records and is updated periodically.