nursing home in Homer, LA
Presbyterian Village of Homer
3700 Hwy. 79 South, Homer, LA 71040 · (318) 927-6133
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Presbyterian Village of Homer at a glance
Presbyterian Village of Homer is a 79-bed non-profit nursing home in Homer, Louisiana (Claiborne County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Louisiana average of 2.6.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.2 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 1, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Louisiana average is 6.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 34.1% per year (state average 47.6%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 79
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 14, 2003
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Claiborne County
- CMS Certification Number
- 195579
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.52 hrs | 3.76 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.18 hrs | 0.31 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.00 hrs | 2.27 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.99 hrs | 3.21 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 34.1% | 47.6% | 45.8% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 30 | 65.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $46,795 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 79 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 48 | 91 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 60.3% | 74.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.1% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 26.1% | 22.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 10.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 26.8% | 17.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 24.2% | 17.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.3% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.2% | 2.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 35.6% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.7% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.2% | 94.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 69.6% | 76.3% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.7% | 85.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | No revisit needed |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2026 |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2026 |
| July 1, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2026 |
| May 29, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Waiver has been granted |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| May 29, 2025 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| June 4, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Waiver has been granted |
| June 4, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 4, 2024 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 4, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 4, 2024 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| October 3, 2023 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 17, 2023 |
| October 3, 2023 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 17, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABSHIRE, BEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2018 |
| BAYS, DANIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2018 |
| BRAY, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2018 |
| DOWIES, MARY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2018 |
| HILLIDGE, PATSY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| HOOD, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2018 |
| JILES, RAY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2018 |
| LEWIS, JOELLYN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2018 |
| WARE, RUSH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2018 |
| WATSON, CHLOE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2018 |
| ABERCROMBIE, TONI Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/27/2009 |
| WILLIAMS, JIMMY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/24/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Presbyterian Village of Homer's rating?
Presbyterian Village of Homer has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Louisiana nursing homes is 2.6 stars.
How many inspection citations did Presbyterian Village of Homer receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Louisiana average of 6.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Presbyterian Village of Homer accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Presbyterian Village of Homer?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Presbyterian Village of Homer and how do I contact it?
Presbyterian Village of Homer is at 3700 Hwy. 79 South, Homer, LA 71040. Phone: (318) 927-6133.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.