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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 12 nursing homes in Owensboro, KY using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in KY
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.7/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Owensboro, KY. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.3/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Owensboro, KY. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 3.6/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Owensboro, KY. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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The information below is reported by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General.

CMS & KY Dept. of Health data

Hermitage Care & Rehabilitation Center
NH
SNF
Owensboro
92
Facility 92
KY AVG 82
Rank #128 / 341
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #90 / 168
+4%
4.18
Facility 4.18
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #26 / 191
+14%+12%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 197
4
Facility 4
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #11 / 193
2.0
Facility 2.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #17 / 193
-81A+
49
Facility 49
KY AVG 41
Rank #170 / 423
Matthew Clark
$11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #52 / 194
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #87 / 194
39.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #173 / 194
185346
Twin Rivers Nursing And Rehab Center
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Owensboro
132
Facility 132
KY AVG 82
Rank #36 / 341
72.7%
Facility 72.7%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #145 / 168
-14%
3.39
Facility 3.39
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #76 / 191
-6%-10%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 197
18
Facility 18
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #142 / 193
9.0
Facility 9.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #185 / 193
-96-
52
Facility 52
KY AVG 41
Rank #147 / 423
Myra Raymer
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #122 / 194
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #49 / 194
57.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #7 / 194
185087
The Transitional Care Center of Owensboro
NH
AL
Owensboro
30
Facility 30
KY AVG 82
Rank #310 / 341
44.3%
Facility 44.3%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #162 / 168
-47%
8.49
Facility 8.49
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #1 / 191
+116%+126%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 197
2
Facility 2
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #3 / 193
1.0
Facility 1.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #1 / 193
-13-
80
Facility 80
KY AVG 41
Rank #12 / 423
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Signature Healthcare at Hillcrest
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Owensboro
156
Facility 156
KY AVG 82
Rank #17 / 341
81.4%
Facility 81.4%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #128 / 168
-3%
3.57
Facility 3.57
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #54 / 191
+47%-5%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 197
7
Facility 7
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #37 / 193
3.5
Facility 3.5
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #77 / 193
-127-
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 41
Rank #404 / 423
William Conley
$15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #12 / 194
$5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #40 / 194
38.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 38.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #170 / 194
185120
Wellington Parc of Owensboro
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Owensboro
80
Facility 80
KY AVG 82
Rank #168 / 341
52.5%
Facility 52.5%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #158 / 168
-38%
7.74
Facility 7.74
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #2 / 191
-8%+106%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 197
14
Facility 14
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #112 / 193
4.7
Facility 4.7
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #118 / 193
-42-
52
Facility 52
KY AVG 41
Rank #147 / 423
Jack T Wells Estate
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #146 / 194
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #132 / 194
54.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #76 / 194
185436
Heartland Villa Center
NH
SNF
Lewisport
45
Facility 45
KY AVG 82
Rank #269 / 341
92.7%
Facility 92.7%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #50 / 168
+10%
3.20
Facility 3.20
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #116 / 191
+25%-15%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #144 / 197
6
Facility 6
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #29 / 193
2.0
Facility 2.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #17 / 193
142-
29
Facility 29
KY AVG 41
Rank #289 / 423
-
$5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #164 / 194
$2.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #168 / 194
39.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #107 / 194
185399
Carmel Home
NH
SNF
Owensboro (Old Hartford Road)
115
Facility 115
KY AVG 82
Rank #63 / 341
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #116 / 168
-1%- --
$40.2k
Facility $40.2k
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #179 / 197
3
Facility 3
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #7 / 193
3.0
Facility 3.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #48 / 193
-96-
20
Facility 20
KY AVG 41
Rank #334 / 423
Mary Heisler
$6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #147 / 194
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #105 / 194
70.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 70.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #29 / 194
185226
Woodmont Health Campus
NH
ADC
AL
MC
RC
SNF
Boonville
99 54.5% -17%3.06 -36%-11%$0202.9-54A+ 19 Robyn Meador$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023$4.6MFiscal year ending 12/202350.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023155682
Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Owensboro
184
Facility 184
KY AVG 82
Rank #8 / 341
67.9%
Facility 67.9%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #150 / 168
-19%
3.21
Facility 3.21
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #116 / 191
-38%-14%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 197
34
Facility 34
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #185 / 193
11.3
Facility 11.3
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #189 / 193
4125-
7
Facility 7
KY AVG 41
Rank #382 / 423
Donna Davis
$12.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #61 / 194
$5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #67 / 194
47.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #101 / 194
185236
Overview of Riverside Care & Rehabilitation Center

Riverside Care and Rehabilitation Center in Calhoun, KY, is committed to revolutionizing nursing home facilities through its resident-centered healthcare services. As part of Signature HealthCARE’s Hometown facilities, Riverside focuses on individualized clinical programming. Their mission extends beyond healthcare to include personalized spirituality and quality-of-life initiatives that contribute to the well-being of its residents.
The facility boasts a comprehensive range of services, including 7-day-a-week admissions and specialized care options like IV administration, pain and nutrition management, and wound care. By offering such a broad spectrum of services, Riverside addresses the multifaceted needs of its multi-ethnic, multi-cultural community.

Contact Riverside Care & Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation

Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation in Owensboro, Kentucky, offers a serene setting, strategically located across from Chautauqua Park. This 184-bed facility provides both short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care, tailored to help residents recover quickly and return home stronger. A strong emphasis is placed on creating a warm, caring environment, allowing residents to experience success during their stay.
A unique feature of Chautauqua is its range of nursing home activities designed to engage residents mentally, physically, and emotionally. From its therapy gym and beauty shop to various recreational services like Bingo, gardening, and arts and crafts, the facility ensures that residents have a fulfilling and active lifestyle. The goal is to offer more than just healthcare; it’s about enriching the lives of residents in a holistic manner.

Contact Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Owensboro, KY

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Kentucky?

Assisted living in Kentucky is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Kentucky Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Kentucky Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 12 nursing homes in Owensboro, KY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Owensboro, KY?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Owensboro, KY, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Owensboro, KY?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.