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Wi Veterans Home-Boland Hall

Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility

21425 E Spring St
Union Grove, WI 53182

Report Date
Nov 1, 2026
Data Through
Oct 1, 2026
Report ID
VR-WI-525688-2611
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Provider Category
Nursing home
Location
Union Grove, WI
Record Period
2023–2026
Source Documents
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01

The Essentials

Summary

Across 9 inspections from October 2023 to April 2026, state surveyors documented 44 findings at Wi Veterans Home-Boland Hall; 44 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 7 enforcement actions in the window.

Inspections
9
2023–2026, standard and complaint
Findings
44
Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
Corrected
44
Of 44 findings, with a recorded correction date
Penalties
7
5 fines; payment not published, 2 closed

Findings by Year

  • Findings
  • Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
2023: 5 findings across 1 inspection; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1520231 inspection2024: 3 findings across 1 inspection320241 inspection2025: 32 findings across 6 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 83220256 inspections2026: 4 findings across 1 inspection42026*1 inspection2023: 5 findings across 1 inspection; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1520231 insp.2024: 3 findings across 1 inspection320241 insp.2025: 32 findings across 6 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 83220256 insp.2026: 4 findings across 1 inspection42026*1 insp.

* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.

Findings by year
YearInspectionsFindingsOf which, actual harm (level G or above)
2023151
2024130
20256328
2026140

What the Record Shows

  • 44 of 44 findings have a recorded correction date.
  • CMS lists 7 enforcement actions in the window: 5 fines totaling $268,304, their payment not published; denial of payment imposed March 26, 2025, ended May 21, 2025; denial of payment imposed June 12, 2025, ended November 18, 2025.
  • 8 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
  • The latest standard inspection, April 22, 2026, recorded 4 findings (most serious: Level F).
02

Chronology

Inspection History

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

  1. 2026

    Standard health inspection

    4 findings

    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 21, 2026
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 21, 2026
    • F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 21, 2026
    • F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 21, 2026

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  2. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    5 findings

    • F585Honor 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 30, 2025
    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 30, 2025
    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 30, 2025
    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 30, 2025
    • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 30, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  3. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    10 findings

    • F675Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.Level KImmediate jeopardyCorrected Nov 18, 2025
    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level KImmediate jeopardyCorrected Nov 18, 2025
    • F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Nov 18, 2025
    • F745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Nov 18, 2025
    • F941Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 18, 2025
    • F944Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 18, 2025
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 18, 2025
    • F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 18, 2025
    • F627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 18, 2025
    • F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 18, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  4. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    2 findings

    • F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Jul 2, 2025
    • F742Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.Level GActual harmCorrected Nov 18, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  5. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 21, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  6. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    7 findings

    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected May 21, 2025
    • F745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.Level GActual harmCorrected May 15, 2025
    • F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 16, 2025
    • F585Honor 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 16, 2025
    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 16, 2025
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 18, 2025
    • F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 16, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  7. 2025

    Standard health inspection

    7 findings

    The same visit included a complaint investigation.

    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 5, 2025
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 15, 2025
    • F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 3, 2025
    • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 26, 2025
    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 10, 2025
    • F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 10, 2025
    • F868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyLevel CPotential for minimal harmCorrected Jan 14, 2025

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $73,190 imposed March 26, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of January 9, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Enforcement Action

    Denial of payment imposed March 26, 2025. Status: Closed, May 21, 2025. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of January 9, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $10,358 imposed June 12, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of January 9, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $10,358 imposed June 12, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of January 9, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $17,345 imposed June 12, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of January 9, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $157,053 imposed June 12, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of January 9, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Enforcement Action

    Denial of payment imposed June 12, 2025. Status: Closed, November 18, 2025. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of January 9, 2025, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  8. 2024

    Complaint investigation

    3 findings

    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 8, 2024
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 8, 2024
    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 30, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  9. 2023

    Standard health inspection

    5 findings

    The same visit included a complaint investigation.

    • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level GActual harmCorrected Nov 3, 2023
    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 3, 2023
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 3, 2023
    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 3, 2023
    • F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 3, 2023

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

03

Context

Patterns Worth Examining

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

  1. 1

    Accident Hazards and Supervision, Cited in Six Inspections

    Inspectors cited F689 in October 2023, January 2025, March 2025, May 2025, October 2025 and December 2025. This citation covers whether residents are protected from accident hazards and supervised closely enough to prevent accidents, including falls. The most serious of these was recorded at level K (immediate jeopardy). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    232425252525252526F689 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
  2. 2

    Reporting Suspected Abuse, Cited in Five Inspections

    Inspectors cited F609 in October 2023, August 2024, January 2025, March 2025 and December 2025. This citation covers whether suspected abuse, neglect or theft is reported to the authorities on time, with the results of the home’s investigation. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    232425252525252526F609 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
  3. 3

    Investigating Alleged Violations, Cited in Five Inspections

    Inspectors cited F610 in October 2023, August 2024, January 2025, March 2025 and October 2025. This citation covers how the home responds to and investigates an allegation of abuse, neglect or mistreatment. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    232425252525252526F610 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
  4. 4

    Telling Families About Changes, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F580 in March 2025 and October 2025. This citation covers whether the resident, their doctor and a family member are told promptly about an injury, a decline or another significant change. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    232425252525252526F580 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
  5. 5

    Grievances, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F585 in March 2025 and December 2025. This citation covers residents’ right to voice grievances without reprisal, and the home’s process for resolving them. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    232425252525252526F585 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
  6. 6

    Protection From Abuse and Neglect, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F600 in June 2025 and October 2025. This citation covers whether residents are protected from abuse and neglect by anyone. The most serious of these was recorded at level J (immediate jeopardy). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    232425252525252526F600 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
  7. 7

    Pressure Injury Care, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F686 in October 2023 and January 2025. This citation covers how the home prevents and treats pressure injuries (bedsores). The most serious of these was recorded at level G (actual harm). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    232425252525252526F686 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
  8. 8

    Citation F745, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F745 in March 2025 and October 2025. The agency describes it this way: Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. The most serious of these was recorded at level J (immediate jeopardy). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    232425252525252526F745 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
  9. 9

    Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F812 in August 2024 and April 2026. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    232425252525252526F812 across all 9 inspections, oldest to newest
04

For Your Next Visit

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

  1. 01

    What changed in fall prevention and supervision after the last citation, and how do you check that it is still working?

    Accident Hazards and Supervision: cited in six inspections, most seriously at level K.

  2. 02

    How are staff trained to report suspected abuse or neglect, and who reports it to the state?

    Reporting Suspected Abuse: cited in five inspections, most seriously at level E.

  3. 03

    When an allegation is made, who investigates it, and how are residents protected in the meantime?

    Investigating Alleged Violations: cited in five inspections, most seriously at level E.

  4. 04

    How quickly will we hear about a fall, an injury or a change in condition, and from whom?

    Telling Families About Changes: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  5. 05

    How do we file a grievance, who answers it, and how quickly?

    Grievances: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  6. 06

    What happened after the abuse or neglect citation, and what changed in training or supervision?

    Protection From Abuse and Neglect: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level J.

  7. 07

    How often are residents checked for pressure injuries and repositioned, and who is responsible for it?

    Pressure Injury Care: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level G.

  8. 08

    What changed after F745 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F745: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level J.

  9. 09

    May we see the kitchen, and what do your own sanitation checks look like week to week?

    Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level F.

  10. 10

    How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

    No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.

  11. 11

    What led to the 2025 fine, and has it been paid?

    A $10,358 civil money penalty was imposed June 12, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. The record holds seven enforcement actions in the window.

05

The Evidence

Sources and Coverage

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Wisconsin state survey agency.

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Wisconsin state survey agency

    Inspection Oct 16, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Wisconsin state survey agency

    Inspection Aug 8, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Wisconsin state survey agency

    Inspection Jan 9, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Wisconsin state survey agency

    Inspection Mar 26, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Wisconsin state survey agency

    Inspection May 13, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Wisconsin state survey agency

    Inspection Jun 12, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Wisconsin state survey agency

    Inspection Oct 1, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Wisconsin state survey agency

    Inspection Dec 3, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Wisconsin state survey agency

    Inspection Apr 22, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Penalties, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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  • Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 525688

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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Coverage

Record windowOctober 16, 2023 – October 1, 2026

  • CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before October 2023 are not in this release.
  • CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.

What This Report Cannot Tell You

Complaints not investigated onsite
Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
Complaint allegations
CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
Facility-reported incidents
Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
Follow-up visits
CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
Fire safety inspections
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
Staffing levels and ownership history
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.
Whether fines were paid
CMS publishes the fines imposed, not whether or when they were paid.

Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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