Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center

Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center is nestled in the charming town of Morrison, Colorado. Whether a resident needs short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, or respite services, Bear Creek has them covered. Their rehabilitation therapy program is top-notch, and staff members are always available to help with medication management.
One of the standout features of Bear Creek is its commitment to providing urgent medical services. With access to CareNow Urgent Care and a nearby health clinic, residents can receive prompt medical attention whenever they need it. But Bear Creek isn’t just about medical care – the environment and atmosphere are designed to feel like home. In addition to nursing care, Bear Creek also offers services such as podiatry, dental, and audiology care.

(303) 697-8105

Walk Score: 36 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMs. June Richards, Owner/Manager

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 60 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Colorado state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2018 vs. Colorado state average

Overall vs. CO average

Latest Inspection November 4, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CO Average	vs. CO Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	60	30	This facility has 100% more total deficiencies than a typical Colorado nursing home (60 vs. CO avg 30).↑ 100% worse
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2018.	7.5	3.8	This facility has 97% more deficiencies per year than a typical Colorado nursing home (7.5 vs. CO avg 3.8).↑ 97% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

November 4, 2025 inspection found immediate jeopardy for failure to protect residents from sexual abuse, inadequate supervision causing injury, and ineffective staff training programs.
July 28, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated resident-to-resident verbal and physical abuse and significant medication errors, including missed IV vancomycin doses.
April 9, 2025 complaint investigation found repeated failures in supervision and use of assistive devices, causing multiple resident falls and serious injuries despite prior corrective actions.

16.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Morrison's city center to Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.52 miles to nearest hospital (CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital)

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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).

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

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).

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).

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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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.

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What neighborhood is Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center in?

Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center is in the Morrison neighborhood of Morrison.

Is Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center in a walkable area?

Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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What is the address of Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center?

Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center is located at 150 Spring St, Morrison, CO 80465.

What is the phone number of Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center?

(303) 697-8105 will put you in contact with the team at Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center.

Is Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Bear Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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