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.

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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.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
46% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
54% of new residents, often for short stays.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Rehabilitative Support
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
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.
8 routine inspections
2 with issues
5 without issues
Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Connecticut average: 19 deficiencies
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.
Connecticut average 5.7
Last Health inspection on Dec 2023
Connecticut average 32
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.
Connecticut average: 0.3
Connecticut average: 0.7
| River Glen Health Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Southbury (South Britain Road) | 120 | 88.9% | +6% | 3.60 | -40% | -9% | 0 | 19 | 6.3 | 1 | 110 | - | 35 | Thci Company, Llc | $28.8M | $9.0M | 31.1% | 75241 | ||||
| Regency House Of Wallingford I |
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| Lutheran Home Of Southbury Inc |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Southbury | 134 | 93.5% | +11% | 4.81 | +41% | +21% | 0 | 20 | 5.0 | 0 | 110 | - | 3 | Ascentria Care Alliance Inc | $22.7M | $9.2M | 40.3% | 75371 | ||||
| Laurel Ridge Health Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Ridgefield (Route 7 Gateway) | - | 85.1% | +1% | 3.80 | - | -4% | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 111 | - | - | David Reis Family Trust No. 3 | $28.2M | $8.6M | 30.7% | 75395 |
2.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Southbury's city center to River Glen Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
24 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 69 | 0 | 69 | 19,921 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 0 | 25 | 8,622 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 23 | 0 | 23 | 5,879 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,982 | 91 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,485 | 89 | 98% | 6.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,426 | 90 | 99% | 6.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,350 | 89 | 98% | 6.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,220 | 75 | 82% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 951 | 76 | 84% | 7.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 751 | 62 | 68% | 6.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 508 | 66 | 73% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 384 | 60 | 66% | 6.4 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 1 | 0 | 1 | 334 | 59 | 65% | 5.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
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Historical financial and operational data for River Glen Health Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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