Total health inspections
4
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Bear Creek Senior Living
Nursing Home
Bear Creek Senior Living
Nursing Home
Bear Creek Senior Living is an award-winning senior living community located in West Windsor Township, NJ. It offers assisted living and memory care services tailored to individual needs. The community features a range of amenities and a vibrant calendar of activities to enhance residents' quality of life.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
45
This home is often near full
That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.
Occupancy rate
240.5%
Residents per day (avg)
41
Occupancy rate
240.5%
Residents per day (avg)
41
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
22% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
27 days
Private pay
76% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Medicaid
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$12.8M
Operating loss
-$843.5K
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$12,820,998.00
Operating loss
$-843,498.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.6M
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.
$8.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.7M
45-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
SNF (Medicare Only)
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
065373
Ownership & operating entity
Bear Creek Senior Living is administrated by Swanson, Christine Ann.
Owner name:
STELLAR BEAR CREEK, LLC
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
24-Hour Staffing
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Activities
Vibrant calendar of scheduled activities and events.
Specific Programs
Assisted Senior Living, GLOW Memory Care, Military Veterans Program, Activities & Events, Exclusive Programs, Community Blog, Senior Living Library.
Religious Services
Spiritual services available.
Pricing & Financial Information
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Chef-prepared dining with a vibrant calendar of scheduled activities and events.
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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
Advanced Health Care of Colorado Springs
-24%
+43%
+20%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Colorado Springs (Southeast Colorado Springs)
34
No
A+
66
BECKMAN, ROBERT
91.7%
$10,316,885.00
$3,083,282.00
29.9%
26.70
5.5037
-
5
-
-24%+43%+20%-
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
+21%
+5%
-6%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Colorado Springs (Southeast Colorado Springs)
110
No
A+
63
ZABOJNIK, VANESSA
71.7%
$12,725,743.00
$6,469,697.00
50.8%
85.60
4.0485
-
15
-
+21%+5%-6%-
Bear Creek Senior Living
+41%
-19%
+214%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
CO 80904-4207
45
No
-
-
S-H FORTY-NINE OPCO VENTURES LLC
240.5%
$12,785,321.00
$5,573,021.00
43.6%
41.40
3.1422
2
13
2
+41%-19%+214%-
Liberty Heights
+11%
+17%
+24%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Colorado Springs (Northgate)
92
Yes
-
40
CCRC OPS MB1-T LLC
95.2%
$18,826,256.00
$7,492,142.00
39.8%
37.70
4.5115
-
13
-
+11%+17%+24%Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Colonial Health and Rehab Center
-43%
-17%
+14%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Colorado Springs (Northeast Colorado Springs)
80
No
A+
65
-
86.8%
$11,648,540.00
$4,145,428.00
35.6%
74.20
3.1891
1
36
3
-43%-17%+14%-
Advanced Health Care of Colorado Springs
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Colorado Springs (Southeast Colorado Springs)
Bed Count:
34
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
BECKMAN, ROBERT
CCN:
65407
Occupancy:
91.7%
Home Revenue:
$10,316,885.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,083,282.00
Payroll %:
29.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
26.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.5037
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
5
RN share vs State Avg:
-24%
-24%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+43%
+43%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+20%
+20%
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Colorado Springs (Southeast Colorado Springs)
Bed Count:
110
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
ZABOJNIK, VANESSA
CCN:
65356
Occupancy:
71.7%
Home Revenue:
$12,725,743.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,469,697.00
Payroll %:
50.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
85.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.0485
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
15
RN share vs State Avg:
+21%
+21%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-6%
-6%
Bear Creek Senior Living
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
CO 80904-4207
Bed Count:
45
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
S-H FORTY-NINE OPCO VENTURES LLC
CCN:
65373
Occupancy:
240.5%
Home Revenue:
$12,785,321.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,573,021.00
Payroll %:
43.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
41.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1422
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
13
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
+41%
+41%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-19%
-19%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+214%
+214%
Liberty Heights
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Colorado Springs (Northgate)
Bed Count:
92
Pets Allowed:
Yes
Operator:
CCRC OPS MB1-T LLC
CCN:
65305
Occupancy:
95.2%
Home Revenue:
$18,826,256.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,492,142.00
Payroll %:
39.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
37.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.5115
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
13
RN share vs State Avg:
+11%
+11%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+17%
+17%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+24%
+24%
Bed Options:
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Colonial Health and Rehab Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Colorado Springs (Northeast Colorado Springs)
Bed Count:
80
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
65225
Occupancy:
86.8%
Home Revenue:
$11,648,540.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,145,428.00
Payroll %:
35.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
74.20
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1891
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
36
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
-43%
-43%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-17%
-17%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+14%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
89
Total Staff
59
Employees
30
Contractors
15,047
Total Hours (Quarter)
25
Avg Staff/Day
6.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 7.3 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 8.9 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 36 | 6.7 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
59 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
20 staff
5.2hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
4.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
1 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
15.4%
of total hours from contractors
2,316 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 7
Registered Nurse: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 5
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 5
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
13
Citations per inspection
3.25
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.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
2
2
5% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
0 critical citations
2 serious citations
11 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation
Jan 30, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Jan 30, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
May 06, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
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.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Stellar Senior Living
Resident Census by Payment Source
31
Total Residents
Medicare
3
(9.7%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
28
(90.3%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
CCRC
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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.
9.6
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
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
21.6
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
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
27.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.3%
70% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.4%
45% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 17.0%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.2%
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%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
6% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.5%
61% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.2%
55% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.7%
28% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.7%
34% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.2%
46% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
78.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
78.1%
16% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.9%
6% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
20.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
20.1%
74% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.5%
80% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
25.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
25.6%
66% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
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
$27K
33% lower than Colorado averageColorado average: $40K
Number of fines
2
10% fewer fines than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.2
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 Colorado averageColorado average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$27K
Colorado 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.
Jan 30, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 30, 2025
$7K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 26, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 26, 2023
$20K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Bear Creek Senior Living based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
240.5%
↓ 9.4pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$843,498
↑ ~$694K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,659,812
↑ ~$177K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-6.6%
↑ 5.0pp vs 2022
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