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Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana

2070 Chester Blvd

4.1(24 ratings)· Richmond average: 4.2

Part of Willows Healthcare · 4 communities · 4.7★ average

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Quick Facts

Total units
87
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Government, County
Certified beds
87
Licensed capacity
Up to 87 residents
Care setting
Skilled nursing and long-term care only

What Families Think

An automated summary of family reviews and public information. Not verified by MyLivingChoice; confirm services, staffing and pricing with the community.

Families generally describe warm, attentive staff and a family-like atmosphere at Willows of Richmond, with several long-term residents and their loved ones praising the quality of care. However, one detailed and serious complaint about theft, neglect, and inadequate dementia training stands in sharp contrast to the otherwise positive reviews.

What reviewers praise

  • Staff described as caring and attentive
  • Reviewers say it feels like family
  • Long-term residents report years of positive care
  • Therapy staff singled out for praise
  • Hosts community events like Thanksgiving dinner for families

What reviewers flag

  • One serious report of stolen jewelry and neglect
  • One report staff untrained in dementia care
  • One report of unprofessional overnight (3rd shift) staff
  • Concern raised about inconsistent pain management

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana is a senior living community in Richmond, Indiana offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 24 reviews.

About Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana

Willows of Richmond is a county-operated nursing home in Richmond, Indiana, licensed for up to 87 residents and certified for Medicare and Medicaid. The facility offers skilled nursing and long-term care with 24-hour staffing, on-site nurses, private rooms with private bathrooms, medication management, and a range of amenities including restaurant-style dining, social activities, and holiday events.

Reviewers describe starkly different experiences. Many families praise the staff's attentiveness and care quality, citing successful rehabilitation stays, compassionate social work assistance, and special events like Thanksgiving dinners with live music. One reviewer wrote, "They go above and beyond to give them great care." However, other reviews raise serious concerns about neglect and medication errors, including allegations of inadequate feeding, delayed medical attention, poor hygiene, and medication being withheld or stopped without proper oversight.

The facility holds a one-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which contrasts with its four-star Google rating across 24 reviews.

Types of Care at Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana

4.1overall · 24 ratings combined

4.1★ on Google (24)

Dianna Sams

Nov 2025

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Every year since our mother has been a resident at this facility, they have hosted a Thanksgiving dinner for residents and their families. The cuisine and ambiance were exceptional. It felt like a large family reunion, complete with laughter and live piano music. This staff genuinely cares for the patients. They spend Quality time with their patients to made their time there filled with kindness and dignity. Thank you Willows ❤️

Brenda Williams

Nov 2025

via Google ↗ · Report

Attended Thanksgiving dinner with family and staff were wonderful. Thank you for taking care of my loved one

Ellie Fost

Nov 2025

via Google ↗ · Report

My grandma has been here for many years and we love all the staff. They take so much care and time with our loved ones ❤️

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Government Inspection History

7 inspection visits in the last three years, 35 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Oct 15, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 21, 2025

May 30, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard12 citations
  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 11, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 12, 2025

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 12, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 12, 2025

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 12, 2025

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

Jan 3, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 17, 2025

Jun 18, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 1, 2024

Apr 19, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 1, 2024

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 1, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 8, 2024

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2024

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2024

  • Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2024

Jan 18, 2024Health Complaint4 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 29, 2024

  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 29, 2024

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 29, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 29, 2024

Mar 17, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 7, 2023

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 7, 2023

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 7, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 27, 2023

  • Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 7, 2023

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 21, 2023

  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 21, 2023

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 21, 2023

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 21, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana offer?

Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana located?

Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana is located at 2070 Chester Blvd in Richmond, Indiana.

What do families say about Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana?

Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana carries a 4.1 out of 5 rating from 24 Google reviews. Families generally describe warm, attentive staff and a family-like atmosphere at Willows of Richmond, with several long-term residents and their loved ones praising the quality of care. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

How did Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana do on recent health and safety inspections?

Willows of Richmond: Nursing Home, Rehab, Long-Term Care In Indiana had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 35 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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