Thomson-Hood Veterans Center

100 Veterans Drive · Wilmore, KY · 40390 · 8598582814

285 certified beds Government - State

Why this verdict

  • Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
  • Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.

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Red flags

Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule

Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 72
Serious harm & abuse 20% 100
Staffing 20% 89
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 18
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day5.033.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.800.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day4.33≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year29%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (8 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · F March 27, 2025

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Corrected May 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · E March 27, 2025

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

    Corrected May 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025 · found via complaint

    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Corrected May 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D September 5, 2019

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Corrected October 10, 2019 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D December 6, 2018

    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Corrected January 12, 2019 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D December 6, 2018

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Corrected January 12, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D December 6, 2018

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

    Corrected January 12, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E December 6, 2018

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

    Corrected January 12, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 185473 · certified since February 28, 2014. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.