Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs is a Nursing Home in Colorado
Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Colorado
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs is a Nursing Home in Colorado
Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Colorado
Overview of Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional level of care that is delivered by their patient-friendly staff as an approach to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; as well as their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other services include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.
Home Information
LIFE CARE CENTER OF COLORADO SPRINGS
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Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The facility operates with a larger bed count than most state competitors, supporting broader intake. Residents generally stay for shorter periods than state peers, pointing to quicker turnover.
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Home revenue lands near the state median, signaling steady but not standout inflows. Payroll outlays align with state averages, keeping staffing resources on par with peers. Total income exceeds the majority of state facilities, highlighting strong profitability.
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Medicare nights track the statewide midpoint, keeping volumes steady. Medicaid nights sit above most state facilities, underscoring deep Title XIX coverage. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.
OccupancyBeds
121
Occupancy
69.8%
Total Bed Days Available
40150
Avg. Length of Stay
70 days
Avg. Residents per Day
86
FinanceHome Revenue
$10,562,482.00
Payroll Costs
$4,891,101.00
Profit
$578,963.00
Total Home Costs
$8,650,160.00
Payroll % of Revenue
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
46.3%
House Specifics:CCN
65356
Owner Name
ZABOJNIK, VANESSA
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
El Paso
Type of Control
Voluntary Nonprofit — Church
OperationsTotal Admissions
355
Total Discharges
357
% Medicaid Admissions
16%
% Medicare Admissions
19%
% Private Pay Admissions
66%
% Medicaid Discharges
14%
% Medicare Discharges
20%
% Private Pay Discharges
66%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
5 / 5
Health Inspection Rating
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
5 / 5
Staffing Rating
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5 / 5
QM Rating
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4.05 hrs
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
15171
Medicaid Nights
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
1880
Free Market Nights
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
7793
121-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 63 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
How BBB ratings work
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About this community
License Status
ActiveAdditional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
65356
Ownership & operating entity
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs is administrated by Van Gorder, Andrew Ryan.
Administrator:
Van Gorder, Andrew Ryan
Owner:
COLORADO SPRINGS MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLC
Nonprofit ownership:
No
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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2.2 miles from city center
2490 International Cir, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
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Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.Compare Nursing Homes around Colorado Springs
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Colorado Springs
121
No
A+
63
ZABOJNIK, VANESSA
69.8%
$10,562,482.00
$4,891,101.00
46.3%
85.60
5/5
4.0485
5/5
5/5
4/5
-
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Advanced Health Care of Colorado Springs
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Colorado Springs
34
No
A+
66
BECKMAN, ROBERT
93.2%
$10,620,273.00
$3,081,228.00
29%
26.70
5/5
5.5037
5/5
5/5
5/5
-
-
Colonial Health and Rehab Center
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Colorado Springs
80
No
A+
65
-
87.8%
$7,246,882.00
$2,810,542.00
38.8%
74.20
1/5
3.1891
2/5
1/5
1/5
1
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Liberty Heights
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
24/7 care needed
Colorado Springs
42
Yes
-
40
CCRC OPS MB1-T LLC
87.9%
$15,632,709.00
$6,037,427.00
38.6%
37.70
4/5
4.5115
3/5
5/5
4/5
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mt St Francis Nursing Center
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Colorado Springs
110
No
-
3
CENTURA HEALTH CORPORATION
86.6%
$13,682,924.00
$4,554,539.00
33.3%
93.40
3/5
4.6910
2/5
5/5
3/5
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
141
Total Staff
137
Employees
4
Contractors
39,425
Total Hours (Quarter)
51
Avg Staff/Day
8.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 23 | 9.4 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 9.9 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 57 | 8.6 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
94 staff
9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
27 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
6 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.2%
of total hours from contractors
82 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 57 | 0 | 57 | 15,754 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 23 | 0 | 23 | 7,701 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,895 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,471 | 65 | 71% | 8.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,755 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,056 | 76 | 84% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 789 | 79 | 87% | 6.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 550 | 64 | 70% | 6.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 6 | 0 | 6 | 525 | 77 | 85% | 6.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 5 | 0 | 5 | 517 | 75 | 82% | 6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 67 | 74% | 7.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 61 | 67% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 471 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 437 | 60 | 66% | 7.3 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 426 | 56 | 62% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 346 | 57 | 63% | 5.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 166 | 13 | 14% | 11.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 48 | 4 | 4% | 9.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 3 | 3% | 11.5 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Oct 2021 – Apr 2024)
4
Inspections
15
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
3.75
Citations/Inspection
Apr 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
8
53% of total
Infection Control
2
13% of total
Pharmacy Services
2
13% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
7% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
11
Complaint Investigations
4
State Comparison (CO)
Avg Citations (State)
24.8
This Facility: 15
Avg Critical (State)
0.4
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0676 | Corrected |
| Apr 16, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Nov 07, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Jan 19, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Jan 19, 2023 | D | Infection Control | F0883 | Corrected |
| Jan 19, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0745 | Corrected |
| Jan 19, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0644 | Corrected |
| Jan 19, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2021 | F | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2021 | D | Pharmacy | F0759 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2021 | D | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2021 | E | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2021 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2021 | D | Quality of Care | F0688 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2021 | E | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Colorado Seniors
Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver
Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, Colorado resident.
- Income Limits: ~$1,215/month (individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CO Specifics: Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).
- Services: All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day), meals, transportation, therapy, medical visits.
Home Care Allowance (HCA)
Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)
Official government program page
- 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 Specifics: Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.
- Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider), e.g., bathing, dressing.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- CO Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Colorado Seniors
Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver
Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
Colorado OAP
Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Colorado resident.
- Income Limits:~$1,215/month (individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CO Specifics:Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$100-$800/month), limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week), medical assistance.
Colorado Medicaid PACE
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, 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 Specifics:Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day), meals, transportation, therapy, medical visits.
Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)
Home Care Allowance (HCA)
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider), e.g., bathing, dressing.
Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- CO Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
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