Total health inspections
4
Wyoming average 5.6
Last Health inspection on Sep 2024
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Life Care Center of Cheyenne
Assisted Living in Cheyenne
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Life Care Center of Cheyenne
Assisted Living in Cheyenne
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Overview of Life Care Center of Cheyenne
Life Care Center of Cheyenne 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 care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center is 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; and 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other benefits include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.
Quality ratings
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 14th out of 14 homes in Wyoming.
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.
This home is ranked 14th out of 14 homes in Wyoming.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 24m per day
vs Wyoming avg
-25%
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
155
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
67.3%
Avg. Length of Stay
73 days
Occupancy rate
67.3%
Avg. Length of Stay
73 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
68% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
24% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 months
Medicaid
8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
10 - 11 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$20.1M
Operating loss
-$60.4K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$20.1M
Operating loss
-$60.4K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$12.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$20.2M
Walk Score: 43 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
AwardsBest Nursing Home
Rehabilitation Services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Rehabilitation
24-Hour Security And Fire Safety Systems
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights
Certified Dietitian
Community Re-Entry Program
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Daily Activity Schedule
Family/Resident Councils
Fine Dining Program
Flat-Screen Tvs
Flexible Visiting Hours
Full-Time
Certified Activity Director
Homelike Setting
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Library
Non-Smoking Facility
Pet Visitors Allowed
Private And Semiprivate Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Religious Services
Patient/Family Education Program
Telephone And Cable Television Hookups
Transportation Services
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy
Operating Hours24/7
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Life Care Center of Cheyenne
Nursing Home
Assisted Living
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
13
Wyoming average 18.9
Citations per inspection
3.25
Wyoming average 3.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
5 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations; and 7 of 13 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 0.2
Serious Health citations
1
1
44% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 1.8
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
12 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Sep 05, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Sep 05, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 06, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 06, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jun 06, 2024
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jun 06, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Mar 02, 2023
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Mar 02, 2023
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.
Compare Assisted Living around Cheyenne The information below is reported by the Wyoming Department of Health, Healthcare Licensing and Surveys.
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| Life Care Center of Cheyenne |
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).
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| Edgewood Sierra Hills |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Cheyenne (North College Drive) | 100 | No | 58 | Studio / 1 Bed | - |
| Heritage Court Apartments |
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| Edgewood Aspen Wind |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Cheyenne (North College Drive) | - | No | 43 | Studio / 1 Bed | - |
| Edgewood Sierra Hills in Cheyenne |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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. | Cheyenne (North College Drive) | - | Yes | 55 | Studio / 1 Bed | - |
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
132
Employees
129
Contractors
3
Staff to resident ratio
1.11:1
31% worse than Wyoming averageWyoming average ratio: 1.60:1
Avg staff/day
64
Average shift
8.1 hours
0% compared with Wyoming averageWyoming average: 8.4 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
47,206
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
23
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
13
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
57
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.9%
411 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 57 | 0 | 57 | 20,723 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 23 | 0 | 23 | 7,758 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 3,724 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,905 | 72 | 79% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,852 | 83 | 91% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,496 | 84 | 92% | 7.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,316 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,294 | 84 | 92% | 7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,293 | 64 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,062 | 82 | 90% | 10.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 1 | 2 | 880 | 69 | 76% | 8.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 600 | 64 | 70% | 9.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 496 | 65 | 71% | 4.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 61 | 67% | 8.1 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 450 | 56 | 62% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 418 | 55 | 60% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 286 | 44 | 48% | 6.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 73 | 7 | 8% | 10.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 3 | 3% | 16 |
57 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
23 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
79%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
91%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
92%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
92%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
70%
2 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
90%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
76%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
70%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
71%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
67%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
62%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
60%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
48%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
8%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
119
Medicare
42
35.3% of residents
Medicaid
38
31.9% of residents
Private pay or other
39
32.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
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.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.4
14% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 10.9
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.6
11% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 20.8
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.7%
37% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 20.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.3%
15% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 19.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.8%
15% worse than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 23.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.8%
In line with Wyoming averageWyoming average: 4.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.3%
27% worse than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 5.0%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 3.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.9%
6% worse than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 6.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
12.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
12.8%
98% worse than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 6.4%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.4%
15% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 22.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
6% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 94.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.1%
In line with Wyoming averageWyoming average: 94.3%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.1%
22% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 74.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.5%
34% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 2.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.8%
15% better than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 77.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$8K
79% lower than Wyoming averageWyoming average: $40K
Number of fines
1
63% fewer fines than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 2.7
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Wyoming averageWyoming average: 0.2
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$8K
Wyoming average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 2, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 2, 2023
$8K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Cheyenne based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
67.3%
↑ 2.4pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$60.4K
↑ ~$254.9K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$10.2M
↑ ~$1.3M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-0.3%
↑ 1.5pp vs 2022
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