Barren County Nursing and Rehabilitation
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
- Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (4 vs median 2.0)
Below average in KY · Below recommended RN staffing · No penalties on record
What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its active social calendar and effective rehabilitation services. However, because there are serious, specific reports of neglect and hygiene issues, families should conduct unannounced visits and closely monitor their loved one's daily care routines during the first few weeks.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
143 reviews analyzed“Barren County Nursing and Rehabilitation receives high praise for its compassionate staff, particularly in the admissions and therapy departments, and for its active community engagement. However, a small number of critical reviews allege serious lapses in basic care, including hygiene and medication management, suggesting a potential inconsistency in the quality of care provided.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Warm, attentive admissions and administrative leadership
- Effective physical therapy department
- Active, resident-focused community events
- Clean and well-maintained facility
Concerns
- Allegations of neglect regarding hygiene and basic care (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Inadequate communication or responsiveness from nursing staff (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Reports of insufficient food portions or nutrition (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard great things about your administrative leadership and the admissions process; how do you ensure a smooth transition for new residents during their first week?
- 2Can you tell me more about the physical therapy department and how they work with residents to maintain their mobility?
- 3What kind of resident-focused community events or social activities are currently planned for the upcoming month?
- 4How does the nursing team ensure that every resident's personal hygiene and daily care needs are met consistently throughout every shift?
- 5With the importance of nutrition in mind, how would you describe the variety and portion sizes of the meals served here?
- 6What is the specific protocol for managing medications and how do you ensure accuracy during shift changes?
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Key Review Excerpts
“My Mother was at BC Nursing for 11 weeks prior to her passing... they cared for her with such love, compassion & professionalism. Words can’t express my gratitude.”
“I can’t say enough good things about the therapy department. Zack & Logan are tops in my book. I would highly recommend this place for”
“My Grandmother with dementia has been put into this nursing home Hasn’t been there 2 weeks and she has been completely neglected... She had the same clothes on for 5 days. Same pull-up on for 5 days.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents who lost too much weight
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility shows recurring issues with food safety and dietary services, appearing in all three surveys from 2019 to 2025, suggesting ongoing challenges with kitchen operations and food handling. Other problem areas include care planning and respiratory care, with one complaint-triggered deficiency in 2023 involving resident protection from abuse and neglect. All deficiencies have correction dates, but the repeated food safety violations indicate persistent operational struggles that families should discuss during visits.
Aug 8, 2025Routine5
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Mar 9, 2023Routine5
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Dec 4, 2019Routine4
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Barren County Nursing and Rehabilitation
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Simcha Hyman & Naftali Zanziper
94 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.3/5 · Rank 43 of 94
Ownership & Management
Owners
Hyman, Simcha
Owner
Zanziper, Naftali
Owner
Key personnel
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