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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 133rd out of 161 homes in Colorado.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
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.
| 1h 13m per day | ▲ 46% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
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.
| 21m per day | ▼ 49% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
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.
| 1h 49m per day | ▼ 17% State avg: 2h 12m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
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.
| 2h 31m per day | ▼ 23% State avg: 3h 16m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
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.
| 2m per day | ▼ 60% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
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.
| 46m per day | ▲ 28% State avg: 36m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
76% of new residents, often for short stays.
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #66 / 165Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 165 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.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Higher than the Colorado average: 76.5%Bear Creek Senior Living is administrated by Swanson, Christine Ann.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Colorado, the Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division is the regulatory body that performs unannounced surveys and publishes facility inspection findings.
The data displayed corresponds to the last 6 years.
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
The facility’s inspection record is mixed, showing repeated deficiencies in resident care, supervision, and infection control across multiple inspections. On January 30, 2025, inspectors cited two deficiencies related to improper discharge notice and refusal to readmit a resident, causing minimal harm. Earlier, inspections in 2023 and 2024 flagged medication errors, fall prevention failures, unsafe feeding practices, and lapses in infection control, with substantiated complaints confirming ongoing issues.
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Colorado average 24.8
Colorado average 5.2
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
11 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations.
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.4
2
5% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jan 30, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jan 30, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
May 06, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
May 06, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Bear Creek Senior Living is located in COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado.
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Estimated distance in miles from COLORADO SPRINGS's city center to Bear Creek Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
51% better than Colorado averageColorado average ratio: 1.91:1
20% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 8.3 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
2,316 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 29 | 7 | 36 | 5,525 | 91 | 100% | 6.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 1 | 17 | 3,048 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,192 | 85 | 93% | 8.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 945 | 83 | 91% | 7.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 614 | 65 | 71% | 5.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 553 | 63 | 69% | 6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 1 | 2 | 502 | 60 | 66% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 501 | 73 | 80% | 4.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 416 | 52 | 57% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 316 | 62 | 68% | 4.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 181 | 52 | 57% | 3.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 166 | 22 | 24% | 6.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 94 | 14 | 15% | 6.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 3% | 4 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
31Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.6
6% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 9.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
21.6
15% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.3%
70% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.4%
45% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 17.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.2%
21% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
6% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.5%
61% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.2%
55% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.7%
28% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.7%
34% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.2%
46% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
78.1%
16% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.9%
6% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
20.1%
74% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.5%
80% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
25.6%
66% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
30.1%
48% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 20.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
16.4%
28% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 12.8%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
62.2%
16% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
62.2%
23% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
33% lower than Colorado averageColorado average: $40K
10% fewer fines than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.2
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.3
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Jan 30, 2025 · $7K
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 30, 2025Last updated: Jan 2026
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Bear Creek Senior Living is in the Downtown neighborhood of COLORADO SPRINGS.
The legal owner and operator of Bear Creek Senior Living is Stellar Bear Creek, Llc.
Bear Creek Senior Living has a walk score of 95. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Christine Ann Swanson is the administrator of Bear Creek Senior Living.
Bear Creek Senior Living has 45 beds.
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Bear Creek Senior Living is located at 1685 S 21ST ST.
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