Facility type
Assisted Living Community - Behavioral Health
Status
Active
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Assisted Living Home
River’s Bend Retirement Community
River's Bend Retirement Community is a nonprofit skilled nursing and assisted living community located in Kuttawa, Kentucky. It offers personalized healthcare, skilled nursing care, assisted living apartments, and rehabilitative services. The community is dedicated to providing quality services for residents and a stimulating workplace for employees.
Quality ratings
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.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
36
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
79.8%
Residents per day (avg)
37
Occupancy rate
79.8%
Residents per day (avg)
37
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
51% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
41% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
9 - 10 months
Medicaid
8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$4.8M
Operating deficit
-$394.1K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$4,819,943.00
Operating deficit
$-394,112.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.1M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$5.2M
36-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
License details
County:
LYON
Additional licensing details
License number:
101494
CMS Certification Number:
185410
Accreditations:
Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award from the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL)
Safety & Compliance
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Dawn Tedder
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
All Levels of Care
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Rehabilitation
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Three meals daily and snacks are provided.
Meals Included
Yes
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
State average 2.9
Last Health inspection on Sep 2023
Total health citations
6
Citations per inspection
2
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
5 of 6 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 6 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 1.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than State averageState average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
6 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Sep 08, 2023
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Sep 08, 2023
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Sep 08, 2023
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Dec 08, 2021
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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AL
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Respite Care
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
57
Total Staff
48
Employees
9
Contractors
15,111
Total Hours (Quarter)
20
Avg Staff/Day
8.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 10 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 9.7 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 24 | 8.4 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
39 staff
8.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
7 staff
5.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
9.5%
of total hours from contractors
1,429 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Medical Director: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 24 | 0 | 24 | 6,411 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,800 | 87 | 96% | 10 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,305 | 87 | 96% | 9.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,016 | 87 | 96% | 10.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 863 | 62 | 68% | 6.9 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 640 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 524 | 65 | 71% | 8.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 514 | 70 | 77% | 7.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 441 | 60 | 66% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 338 | 59 | 65% | 5.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 295 | 61 | 67% | 4.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 210 | 30 | 33% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 137 | 30 | 33% | 4.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 7 | 8% | 5.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 3% | 2 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
34 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
9 residents (26.5%)
Medicaid
14 residents (41.2%)
Private pay or other
11 residents (32.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
22.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
22.5
114% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
40.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
40.1
112% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 18.9
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
38.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
38.9%
131% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 16.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
49.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
49.7%
153% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 19.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
31.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
31.6%
54% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 20.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.2%
16% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 3.8%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.9%
72% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 5.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.3%
74% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
10.7%
58% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 6.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.9%
94% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 14.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
26.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
26.2%
68% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 15.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.3%
7% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 93.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.3%
In line with Kentucky averageKentucky average: 96.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
56.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
56.9%
32% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 83.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
51.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
51.2%
39% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 83.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for River’s Bend Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
79.8%
↓ 2.9pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$394,112
↓ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$2,886,440
↑ ~$238K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-8.2%
↓ 28.6pp vs 2022
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