Life Care Center of Evergreen
Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care · Jefferson County, CO
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Life Care Center of Evergreen

Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care · Jefferson County, CO
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Life Care Center of Evergreen accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Life Care Center of Evergreen

Life Care Center of Evergreen is a highly recognized nursing home in Evergreen, CO, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community has a peaceful and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults feel at ease during their stay. 24-hour care, fall prevention, and medication management are among the exceptional services provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Striving to understand residents’ needs and preferences, the community provides personalized care plans.

Light exercises, social events, and various activities ensure residents can make friends and explore new hobbies. A beauty salon and barber shop, a library, and spacious courtyards ensure residents can relax and interact with their surroundings. Elk Meadow Park, restaurants, and public transportation also surround the area, providing accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has comprehensive care options that aim to help older adults live to their potential in retirement, making it an ideal option for senior living in Colorado.

(303) 674-4500

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 59.0% Above CO avg. ▲ 59.0% Above CO avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 44.4% Above CO avg. ▲ 44.4% Above CO avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 31.6% Above CO avg. ▲ 31.6% Above CO avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 20.5% Above CO avg. ▲ 20.5% Above CO avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Colorado state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 102nd out of 177 homes in Colorado. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 30m per day
Rank #102 / 177Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 102nd out of 177 homes in Colorado. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Colorado average, with a ranking across 177 Colorado SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Colorado avg (3h 52m per day)
vs Colorado avg
-9%

0 of 1 metrics below state avg

Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 17m per day ■ Avg State avg: 3h 15m per day · National avg: 3h 25m per day

Types of Care at Life Care Center of Evergreen

Skilled Nursing Memory Care

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy than the Colorado average: 76.5%
Occupancy rate
53.1% Rank #154 / 185Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 154th out of 185 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Colorado average, with its Statewide rank out of 185. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
64 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 33 / 100 Rank #651 / 874Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 651st out of 874 homes in Colorado. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Colorado SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 88
Employees 86
Contractors 2
Staff to resident ratio 1.57:1
16% worse than Colorado average
Colorado average ratio: 1.88:1 Colorado average ratio: 1.88:1See full Colorado ranking
Avg staff/day 32
Average shift 8.5 hours
0% compared with Colorado average
Colorado average: 8.3 hours Colorado average shift: 8.3 hoursSee full Colorado ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 25,081

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 8
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 28
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0.2%

54 contractor hours this quarter

Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant2802810,84692100%8.8
Registered Nurse130134,64792100%9.5
Licensed Practical Nurse8082,9289199%9.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist2028476166%7.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician4048447480%6.3
Other Dietary Services Staff5057588289%7.2
Mental Health Service Worker1016486672%9.8
Physical Therapy Assistant5056307278%7.8
Speech Language Pathologist2025876773%7.2
Administrator1015286672%8
Nurse Practitioner1015286672%8
Dietitian1013945863%6.8
Occupational Therapy Aide4043294448%6.7
Dental Services Staff1012403740%6.5
Qualified Social Worker7072043538%5.7
RN Director of Nursing1015778%8.1
Medical Director0112933%9.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112533%8.4
Nurse Aide in Training1011511%14.8
Physical Therapy Aide101011%0.4
28 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 99%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 66%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 80%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 89%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 72%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 78%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
1 Administrator
% of Days 72%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 72%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 63%
4 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 48%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 40%
7 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 38%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 8%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 1%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 1%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.4
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 9.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 20.1
7% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 18.8

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.9%
26% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 16.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 21.6%
27% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 17.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 26.8%
15% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 23.2%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.3%
28% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 3.3%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.1%
31% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 3.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.6%
57% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.2%
19% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 5.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 7.8%
9% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 7.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.7%
32% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 18.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 89.0%
5% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 93.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 94.7%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.2%
19% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.4%
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.0%
22% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 75.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 27 days

Private pay

61% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 56
Medicare
16
28.6% of residents
Medicaid
30
53.6% of residents
Private pay or other
10
17.9% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.7M
Operating loss
-$575.1K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.7M Rank #134 / 182Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 134th out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Colorado SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$575.1K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #96 / 182Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Colorado average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$5.8M
67.1% of revenue Rank #17 / 182Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Colorado average. Well-run Colorado SNFs typically land around 59–66% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.4M
Total costs $9.3M

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Exercise Programs

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

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Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Evergreen's city center to Life Care Center of Evergreen's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Colorado

Life Care Center of Evergreen is located in Evergreen, Colorado.
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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Colorado resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+
General Colorado resident.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CO

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Benefits
Cash (~$100-$800/month) Limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week) Medical assistance

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Benefits
All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy Medical visits

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Age
General Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, stricter than waivers
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider) E.g. Bathing Dressing

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4 facilities compared · CMS & CO Dept. of Health data

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Life Care Center of Evergreen
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Evergreen (Evergreen West Central)97 53.1% -31%3.50 +5%-9%$0113.7-56 33 Amber Carlson$8.7M$5.8M67.1%65276
Western Hills Health Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Lakewood (Morse Park)103 84.2% +10%3.74 +22%-3%$0225.5-90 84 Amy Goeglein$11.9M$7.8M65.7%65209
Wheatridge Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Wheat Ridge65 91.0% +19%3.44 +15%-11%$24.5k244.8260 59 Joyce Moskowitz$8.4M$5.2M61.3%65308
Prestige Care Center of Morrison
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Morrison180 65.7% -14%3.71 -18%-4%$131.6k645.3985 36 -$13.3M$8.7M65.4%65188

Frequently Asked Questions about Life Care Center of Evergreen

What neighborhood is Life Care Center of Evergreen in?

Life Care Center of Evergreen is in the Evergreen West Central neighborhood.

Is Life Care Center of Evergreen in a walkable area?

Life Care Center of Evergreen has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Life Care Center of Evergreen?

Life Care Center of Evergreen's occupancy is 53.1%.

What is the address of Life Care Center of Evergreen?

Life Care Center of Evergreen is located at 2987 Bergen Peak Dr, Evergreen, CO 80439.

What is the phone number of Life Care Center of Evergreen?

(303) 674-4500 will put you in contact with the team at Life Care Center of Evergreen.

Is Life Care Center of Evergreen Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Life Care Center of Evergreen is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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