SeniorCareRanked
Kentucky/Bowling Green
48
Poor

Colonial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

2365 Nashville Road, Bowling Green, KY 42101
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Colonial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 48-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 48 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 38.5%. This facility has received 1 fine(s) totaling $56,814. No health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the ENCORE HEALTH PARTNERS chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score48/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.9 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.86 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover39% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies0 (↑ Better than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 1 fine(s) totaling $56,814
  • 2 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.9
RN hours/resident/day0.86
Staff turnover38.5%
RN turnover46.2%

Facility Information

Beds48
Avg residents44.7
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainENCORE HEALTH PARTNERS
Deficiencies (last inspection)0
Resident/Family councilNo

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What to Look for When Visiting Colonial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

Colonial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center reports 3.9 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 38.5% — near the national average. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

Ask about their most recent inspection

No deficiencies in the last inspection — a strong indicator. Ask to see the posted inspection report and confirm the date is recent.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.