Western Hills Health Care Center
Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care · Lakewood, 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.

Western Hills Health Care Center

Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care · Lakewood, 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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Western Hills Health Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Western Hills Health Care Center

Western Hills Health Care Center in Lakewood, CO, is a well-regarded nursing home that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. With its home-like setting, older adults can feel a sense of comfort and familiarity. Residents have a worry-free retirement, with high-quality services, including 24-hour care, housekeeping services, and medication management. The community also creates personalized care plans to meet residents’ needs and maintain holistic wellness.

Physical, occupational, and speech therapy also help residents recover and enrich their living experiences. A beauty salon, a library, and spacious courtyards provide residents with more avenues for interaction and relaxation. Surrounded by local shops, recreation parks, restaurants, and bus stops, the community ensures residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Colorado, this nursing home provides the highest quality of care for older adults’ well-being.

(303) 232-6881

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.
At CO avg. At 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 84th 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 44m per day
Rank #84 / 177Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 84th 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
-3%

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +27% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 46m per day ▼ 8% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 52m per day ▲ 27% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 5m per day ▼ 6% State avg: 2h 13m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
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 11m per day ▼ 3% State avg: 3h 17m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 4m per day ▼ 20% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 31m per day ▼ 14% State avg: 36m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Types of Care at Western Hills Health Care Center

Skilled Nursing Memory Care

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Higher occupancy than the Colorado average: 76.5%
Occupancy rate
84.2% Rank #70 / 185Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 70th 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
74 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 84 / 100 Rank #68 / 874Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Staffing Data

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

Total staff 145
Employees 108
Contractors 37
Staff to resident ratio 1.58:1
16% worse than Colorado average
Colorado average ratio: 1.88:1 Colorado average ratio: 1.88:1See full Colorado ranking
Avg staff/day 46
Average shift 8.7 hours
5% better than Colorado average
Colorado average: 8.3 hours Colorado average shift: 8.3 hoursSee full Colorado ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 36,987

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 25
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 11.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 22
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 59
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

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

2.5%

942 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 13 Registered Nurse: 12 Licensed Practical Nurse: 7 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 4 Medical Director: 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 Assistant46135917,18792100%9
Licensed Practical Nurse157226,38992100%9.6
Registered Nurse1312254,88692100%11.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,6107784%6.9
Other Dietary Services Staff3031,3739098%8.3
Physical Therapy Assistant2029366672%7.7
Dental Services Staff2028217177%7.4
Administrator1015286672%8
Nurse Practitioner1015206571%8
Dietitian1014816470%7.5
Occupational Therapy Aide3034536166%7.4
RN Director of Nursing1014315560%7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician6064045661%6.9
Speech Language Pathologist5053916773%4.7
Mental Health Service Worker1013775358%7.1
Qualified Social Worker202692932%2.4
Physical Therapy Aide202531314%4
Occupational Therapy Assistant0444833%7.9
Medical Director0113533%11.5
59 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
22 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
25 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 84%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 98%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 72%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 77%
1 Administrator
% of Days 72%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 70%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 66%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 60%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 61%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 58%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 32%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 14%
4 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

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. 5.9
35% better than 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. 18.0
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 18.8

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 6.9%
57% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 16.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 14.3%
16% better 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 32.7%
41% 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 2.6%
22% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 3.3%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.1%
45% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 3.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.7%
54% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.5%
33% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 5.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 5.8%
19% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 7.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.3%
24% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 18.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.2%
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 93.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 89.3%
6% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 94.7%

Short-stay resident measures
Average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 77.0%
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.1%
51% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 75.4%
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 75.6%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 35.9%
77% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 20.3%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.0%
38% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 12.8%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 0.8%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 49.6%
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

11% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 25 days

Private pay

63% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 29 days

Medicaid

26% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 92
Medicare
1
1.1% of residents
Medicaid
72
78.3% of residents
Private pay or other
19
20.7% 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
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$11.9M
Operating loss
-$1.5M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$11.9M Rank #89 / 182Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th 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
-$1.5M
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 #53 / 182Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd 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.
$7.8M
65.7% of revenue Rank #19 / 182Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th 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.
$5.6M
Total costs $13.4M

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Building Type: Single-story

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lakewood's city center to Western Hills Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Western Hills Health Care Center is located in Lakewood, 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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Western Hills Health Care Center
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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.

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Wheatridge Care Center
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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.

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Prestige Care Center of Morrison
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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Western Hills Health Care Center

What neighborhood is Western Hills Health Care Center in?

Western Hills Health Care Center is in the Morse Park neighborhood.

Is Western Hills Health Care Center in a walkable area?

Western Hills Health Care Center has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Western Hills Health Care Center?

Western Hills Health Care Center's occupancy is 84.2%.

What is the address of Western Hills Health Care Center?

Western Hills Health Care Center is located at 1625 Carr St, Lakewood, CO 80214.

What is the phone number of Western Hills Health Care Center?

(303) 232-6881 will put you in contact with the team at Western Hills Health Care Center.

Is Western Hills Health Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Western Hills Health Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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