River Glen Health Care Center

Nursing Home in Connecticut

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
River Glen Health Care Center

Nursing Home in Connecticut

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Overview of River Glen Health Care Center

River Glen Health Care Center is a compassionate nursing home in Southbury, CT, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With its nurturing environment, the community strives to keep older adults comfortable and safe. Therapy services, respite care, and complex medical care are also offered to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community’s wellness-centered approach provides residents with the utmost care and attention to enrich their living experiences.

Board games, light exercises, and a variety of recreational activities provides residents with more opportunities to live actively and maintain social connections. With state-of-the-art equipment and cozy communal spaces, residents are guaranteed a laid-back retirement. Set near a church, restaurants, and other local amenities, residents have quick access to their necessities. This nursing home is one of the best options for nursing care in Connecticut, especially with its top-tier amenities.

(203) 264-9600

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
5/5 ▲ 1.7 Connecticut average: 3.4/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
5/5 ▲ 1.9 Connecticut average: 3.1/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5 ▲ 0.6 Connecticut average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
4/5 ▲ 0.4 Connecticut average: 3.6/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Connecticut state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 46th out of 70 homes in Connecticut.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 36m per day
This facility Connecticut avg (4h 4m per day)
vs Connecticut avg
-11%

1 of 5 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +80% above state avg
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 46m per day ▲ 10% State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 12m per day ▼ 4% State avg: 2h 17m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 23m per day ■ Avg State avg: 3h 25m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 9m per day ▲ 80% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 32m per day ▲ 14% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120
Avg. Length of Stay
51 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

46% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

54% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$28.8M
Profit
$423.7K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$28.8M
Profit
$423.7K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$9.0M
31.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$19.4M
Total costs $28.4M
Years in operation
17 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 35 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Services

Hospice
Intergenerational Recreation
Iv Therapy
Outpatient Therapy
Recreation
Rehabilitation Therapy
Respiratory Therapy
Respite Care

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
89%
In line with Connecticut average
Occupied beds
107 / 120
Average residents 102 per day

License Details

Facility TypeChronic & Convalescent Nursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2009
ExpirationJune 30, 2027
License Number2280

Room costs

Private Room (15 rooms) $693 per day
Semi-Private Room (44 rooms) $621 per day

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Languages Spoken

French Italian Portuguese Spanish Tagalog

Staff Composition (State Data)

Admin
3 FTE
Registered Nurse
13 FTE
Licensed Practical Nurse
23 FTE
Nursing Assistant
37 FTE
Recreation
5 FTE
Social Services
2 FTE
Food Service Supervisor
2 FTE
Physical Therapy
6 FTE
Occupational Therapy
5 FTE
Speech Therapy
1 FTE
Dietary
10 FTE
Other Staff
13 FTE

Additional Policies & Features

Religious AffiliationNo Affiliation
Religious ServicesAll Denominations, Catholic, Jewish, Protestant

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Building Type: 2-story

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Dining Services

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Beauty Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Rehabilitative Support

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Types of Care at River Glen Health Care Center

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Inspection History

In Connecticut, the Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section conducts mandatory inspections and unannounced surveys to monitor the quality of care in long-term facilities.

10 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

8 routine inspections

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 1 renewal/recertification inspection
  • 1 licensing inspection
  • 2 plans of correction
  • 5 statements of deficiencies

Results

2 with issues

5 without issues

Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date November 6, 2025

Inspection history

01-29-2024 Inspection Report
04-30-2019 Inspection Report
06-12-2023 Inspection Report
06-12-2023 Inspection Report
06-12-2023 Inspection Report
07-05-2020 Statement of Deficiencies
08-14-2019 Plan of Correction
08-15-2025 Inspection Report
08-15-2025 Inspection Report
09-16-2025 Inspection Report
09-26-2025 Plan of Correction
10-07-2020 Statement of Deficiencies
10-08-2020 Statement of Deficiencies
10-16-2020 Statement of Deficiencies
11-06-2025 Inspection Report
12-15-2020 Statement of Deficiencies
12-22-2023 Inspection Report

61 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Connecticut average: 19 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for River Glen Health Care Center

The most recent inspection on September 16, 2025, confirmed that all previously cited deficiencies were corrected as of August 14, 2025. Earlier inspections, including one on August 15, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies related to medication storage and administration, documentation accuracy, resident supervision, and infection control. Complaint investigations from 2019 substantiated issues with resident care, safety, and documentation, including failures in timely physician notification, ambulation, and fall prevention. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports, and most complaints were substantiated when investigated. The facility’s record shows improvement with recent corrections following prior citations.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Connecticut average 5.7


Last Health inspection on Dec 2023

Total health citations 19

Connecticut average 32

Citations per inspection
6.33

Connecticut average 5.82


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 19 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 1
43% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.7

0 critical citations More info Connecticut average: 0.3

1 serious citation More info Connecticut average: 0.7

17 moderate citations More info Connecticut average: 28.8

1 minor citation More info Connecticut average: 2.3
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Dec 22, 2023
Corrected

Quality of Care minor citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Dec 22, 2023
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Dec 22, 2023
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Dec 22, 2023
Corrected

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Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+
General Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).
CT

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Meals Respite (up to 14 days/year)

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Age
General Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
CT

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day)

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+
General Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.
Income Limits (2025) ~$41,000/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not specified; focus is income-based.
CT

Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.

Benefits
Personal care (3-5 hours/day) Meals ($5-$7/meal) Housekeeping Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.
Asset Limits None since 2023 policy change.
CT

Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.

Benefits
Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20% of services)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Connecticut SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL, individual
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
CT

Priority for veterans, rural residents; limited slots (~500/year).

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 166
Employees 165
Contractors 1
Staff to resident ratio 1.57:1
17% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average ratio: 1.88:1

Avg staff/day 67
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 46,724
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 25
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 69
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.1%

24 contractor hours this quarter

Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant6906919,92191100%8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse250258,62291100%8.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist230235,87991100%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff8081,98291100%7.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician6061,4858998%6.7
Registered Nurse110111,4269099%6.4
Physical Therapy Assistant5051,3508998%6.6
Physical Therapy Aide4041,2207582%6.6
Speech Language Pathologist2029517684%7.1
Dental Services Staff3037516268%6.9
Qualified Social Worker3035086673%7.7
Nurse Practitioner1014886369%7.7
Mental Health Service Worker1014886167%8
Administrator1014806066%8
Dietitian1014325459%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1013846066%6.4
Qualified Activities Professional1013345965%5.7
Medical Director0112433%8
69 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
25 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
23 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 100%
8 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 98%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 98%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 82%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 84%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 68%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 73%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 69%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 59%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 66%
1 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 65%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 106
Medicare
47
44.3% of residents
Medicaid
38
35.8% of residents
Private pay or other
21
19.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.3
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 10.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 23.3
11% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Connecticut avg: 3.2 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.8%
6% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 22.5%
17% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 19.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 29.6%
19% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 24.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.8%
48% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.7%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5.0%
195% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.8%
23% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.4%
97% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 15.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 19.6%
14% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.9%
6% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 87.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.4%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 93.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.29
39% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 2.10

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.24
84% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.53

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Connecticut avg: 3.3 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 61.8%
12% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 70.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.9%
41% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 57.5%
18% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 69.8%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 25.0%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 25.0%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 11.1%
In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 11.1%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 41.4%
23% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 63.5%
26% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 50.6%

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