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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.
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
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.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
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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.
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River Glen Health Care Center -40%-9%+6%
Regency House Of Wallingford I -11%-13%+15%
Lutheran Home Of Southbury Inc +41%+21%+11%
Laurel Ridge Health Care Center -4%+1%
2.2 miles from city center
162 S Britain Rd., Southbury, CT 06488
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 6.4 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 8.2 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 69 | 8.1 | No |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Last Health inspection on Dec 2023
6.33 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
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Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
6% below Connecticut average.
17% above Connecticut average.
19% above Connecticut average.
48% below Connecticut average.
2% above Connecticut average.
195% above Connecticut average.
97% below Connecticut average.
14% above Connecticut average.
6% above Connecticut average.
4% above Connecticut average.
23% below Connecticut average.
12% worse than Connecticut average
41% better than Connecticut average
18% worse than Connecticut average Historical financial and operational data for River Glen Health Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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