The Moorings at Lewes
17028 Cadbury Circle, Lewes, DE 19958-7028
Cadbury Senior Services' newest full service retirement community near historic Lewes, Delaware offers residents an opportunity to live in one of the most desirable retirement locations on the east coast.
With 45 beds, The Moorings at Lewes is smaller than most nearby options, senior care communities in Lewes average about 320 beds. Smaller communities often mean more consistent day-to-day staffing and a calmer environment, while larger ones may have more specialized services on site. Which suits a particular person depends on the level of care needed.
Federal reporting puts occupancy at about 86% of its licensed beds.
Medicare rates this community 5 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Communities in Lewes average about 3.5 stars. Its most recent standard health inspection was in January 2026 and recorded no deficiencies.
Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day on average, including 1.3 hours from a registered nurse. Nursing staff turnover over the past year was about 42%.
The community is located in Sussex County, DE.
The Moorings at Lewes offers assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, independent living, continuing care (CCRC), retirement living, and senior living.
Facility details
- Beds / units 45
- Occupancy 86%
- Nursing hours per resident/day 4.4
- Annual staff turnover 42%
- Last health inspection January 2026