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Home of the Innocents

1100 East Market Street, Louisville, KY 40206 · Jefferson County

Home of the Innocents provides behavioral health services, foster care, and skilled nursing care for children with complex medical needs.

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Good

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 93% full (70 of 76 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Louisville

Home of the Innocents is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Louisville, KY, with 76 certified beds and an average of about 70 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 10.60 total nurse hours per resident each day (2.98 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 17.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (10.60 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Louisville, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 76
Avg. residents/day: 70
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 185154

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,560–$11,300/mo (median $9,640)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Louisville/Jefferson County prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 10.60; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 2.98; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 17.2%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 5
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-09-13
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (10 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-09-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).

2025-09-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2025-09-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-09-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-09-13Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2023-02-12Severity J — immediate jeopardyResident 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.

2023-02-12Severity J — immediate jeopardyQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2023-02-12Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library

Location

1100 East Market Street, Louisville, KY

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Home of the Innocents

How much does Home of the Innocents cost?

Home of the Innocents does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Louisville, KY area typically runs $8,560–$11,300 per month (median $9,640, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Home of the Innocents's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Home of the Innocents 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Home of the Innocents?

Staff provide about 10.60 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 17.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Home of the Innocents?

Home of the Innocents has 10 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Home of the Innocents have availability?

Typically 93% full (70 of 76 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Home of the Innocents offer?

Home of the Innocents in Louisville, KY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 76 beds.

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