Home of the Innocents

Nursing Home · Louisville, KY
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Home of the Innocents

Nursing Home in Louisville

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 Home of the Innocents

Home of the Innocents is dedicated to enriching the lives of children and families with hope, health, and happiness. Established in 1880, it works to strengthen Kentucky by building partnerships and reimagining the way families are cared for. The organization is a values-focused employer of choice for a mission-driven workforce.

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.
▼ 64.2% Below KY avg.
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.
▼ 66.0% Below KY avg.
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.
▼ 59.0% Below KY avg.
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.
▲ 3.4% Above KY avg.

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 Kentucky state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 168th out of 170 homes in Kentucky.

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.
1h 38m per day
Rank #168 / 170Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 168th out of 170 homes in Kentucky.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Kentucky average, with a ranking across 170 Kentucky SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Kentucky avg (3h 27m per day)
vs Kentucky avg
-53%

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Registered Nurse (RN) is +226% 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. 2h 30m per day ▲ 226% State avg: 46m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 2h 11m per day ▲ 167% State avg: 49m per day · National avg: 52m 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. 4h 5m per day ▲ 69% State avg: 2h 25m 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. 2h 11m per day ▼ 37% State avg: 3h 29m 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. 7m per day ▲ 75% State avg: 4m 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. 1h 26m per day ▲ 177% State avg: 31m per day · National avg: 29m per day
Bed community size
76-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 36 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
96%
Rank #17 / 175Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 175 homes in Kentucky.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kentucky average, with its statewide rank out of 175. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Higher than the Kentucky average: 81.3%
Occupied beds
73 / 76
Average residents per home in Kentucky 80 per day

License Details

Facility TypeLong Term Care (nursing Facility)
StatusActive
IssuanceJune 1, 2025
CountyJefferson
License Number100493
CMS Certification Number185154
AccreditationsAndrus Sanctuary Institute certification, Better Business Bureau Accredited Charity, Charity Navigator Four-Star Charity, Council on Accreditation COA Accredited, Face It: A Movement to End Child Abuse, GuideStar by Candid, Kosair for Kids, WHAS Crusade for Children

Ownership & Operating Entity

Home of the Innocents is administrated by April Raddish.

Owner NameTHE HOME OF THE INNOCENTS, INC.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsMental & Behavioral Health, Foster Care, Parent Education, Custody Exchanges, Pool, Pharmacy, Pediatric Complex Care, Residential Treatment

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Inspection History

In Kentucky, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General is the regulatory authority that conducts inspections and investigates complaints in all long-term care homes.

The data displayed corresponds to the last 9 years.

4 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.

Latest inspection

Date September 13, 2025
Complaint Investigation

15 deficiencies

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

Kentucky average: 6 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Home of the Innocents

The most recent inspection on September 13, 2025, identified deficiencies related to involuntary seclusion, delayed reporting of abuse allegations, incomplete investigations of injuries, and medication communication errors. Earlier inspections showed similar issues with abuse prevention, supervision failures leading to elopement, and food safety concerns. Complaint investigations in 2023 substantiated failures in treating residents with dignity, abuse screening for agency staff, and supervision, including an immediate jeopardy event that was resolved after corrective actions. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring challenges in abuse prevention and supervision, with some corrective measures taken but ongoing deficiencies noted.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Kentucky average 2.9


Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total health citations
10 Rank #73 / 172Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 172 homes in Kentucky.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Kentucky state average, with a ranking across all 172 KY SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Kentucky average 13.5

Citations per inspection
3.33 Rank #60 / 172Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th out of 172 homes in Kentucky.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Kentucky mean across 172 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Kentucky average 4.4


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

2 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; 5 of 10 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 10 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical Health citations More info
2
82% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 0.6

2 critical citations More info Kentucky average: 1.1

0 serious citations More info Kentucky average: 0.6

8 moderate citations More info Kentucky average: 11.6

0 minor citations More info Kentucky average: 0.1
Citations history (last 7 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Sep 13, 2025

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Sep 13, 2025

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Sep 13, 2025

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Sep 13, 2025

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Kentucky

Home of the Innocents is located in LOUISVILLE, Kentucky.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Kentucky.

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Home and Community Based Waiver

Kentucky Medicaid HCB Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kentucky resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
KY

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Homemaker services Home modifications

Hart-Supported Living Program

KY Hart-Supported Living

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kentucky resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
KY

Competitive grants; limited availability.

Benefits
In-home support (up to 10 hours/week) Respite (varies) Adaptive equipment (~$500 avg.)

Kentucky Homecare Program

Kentucky Homecare Program

Age 60+
General Kentucky resident, at risk of nursing home placement, not eligible for Medicaid waivers.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based focus.
KY

15 AAAs; rural focus; not in nursing homes.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (5 days/year) Chore services Meal delivery ($7/meal) Minor home repairs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kentucky Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kentucky resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
KY

Three tiers; no waitlist; auto Extra Help for Part D.

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kentucky NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kentucky resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
KY

15 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($55/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

Age
General Grandparents (often 55+) as primary caregivers to grandchildren under 18, Kentucky resident, not on Kinship Care.
Income Limits (2025) ~$31,225/year (individual); varies by AAA.
Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; need-based.
KY

Max $1,500/year; statewide via AAAs.

Benefits
Grants (~$500-$1,500/year) for respite Supplies Care costs; counseling Training

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Kentucky SCSEP

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

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Kentucky VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Kentucky resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
KY

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Address 3.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from LOUISVILLE's city center to Home of the Innocents's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 181
Employees 181
Contractors 0
Staff to resident ratio 2.45:1
40% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average ratio: 1.75:1

Avg staff/day 89
Average shift 8.8 hours
0% compared with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 8.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 23,463
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 26
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 39
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 58
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0%

0 contractor hours this quarter

No contractor roles were reported this quarter.

Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant580588,74630100%9.4
Licensed Practical Nurse390394,55530100%8.8
Registered Nurse260263,12430100%9.1
Qualified Activities Professional210212,43630100%8.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist150152,1882893%7.7
Qualified Social Worker3034552273%8
Dietitian2023282687%8.2
Speech Language Pathologist3033002067%8.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant4042872377%8.4
Physical Therapy Assistant3032572273%7.5
Physical Therapy Aide2022551963%7.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician2022381860%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1011441963%7.6
RN Director of Nursing1011441860%8
Mental Health Service Worker1018517%1.6
58 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
39 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
26 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
21 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 100%
15 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 93%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 73%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 87%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 67%
4 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 77%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 73%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 63%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 60%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 63%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 60%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 17%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 74
Medicaid
73
98.6% of residents
Private pay or other
1
1.4% of residents
Programs & Services
Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, 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. 8.3
21% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 11.9
37% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 18.9

Long-stay resident measures
Average Kentucky avg: 3.5 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 18.0%
7% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 15.3%
22% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 19.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 2.4%
88% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 20.5%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.0%
73% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 3.8%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.4%
59% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 5.8%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5.4%
191% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.8%
29% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 6.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 14.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.3%
8% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 15.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.0%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 93.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 96.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 78.1%
7% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.7%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $21K
66% lower than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: $63K

Number of fines 2
13% fewer fines than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 2.3

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
206% more payment denials than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $21K
Kentucky average $63K

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Home of the Innocents

What neighborhood is Home of the Innocents in?

Home of the Innocents is in the Clifton Heights neighborhood of LOUISVILLE.

Is Home of the Innocents in a walkable area?

Home of the Innocents has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Home of the Innocents?

According to KY state health department records, Home of the Innocents's license number is 100493.

Who is the administrator of Home of the Innocents?

April Raddish is the administrator of Home of the Innocents.

How many beds does Home of the Innocents have?

Home of the Innocents has 76 beds.

Are there photos of Home of the Innocents?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Home of the Innocents in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Home of the Innocents?

Home of the Innocents is located at 1100 EAST MARKET STREET.

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