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Nursing Home

Colorado Veterans Community Living Ctr at Homelake

Nursing Home

Colorado Veterans Community Living Ctr at Homelake

3749 SHERMAN AVE, MONTE VISTA, CO 81144-9403 View map
Overview of Colorado Veterans Community Living Ctr at Homelake
The Colorado Veterans Community Living Center at Homelake is a nursing home located in Monte Vista, Colorado. It is managed by the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs. The facility provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to veterans.
(719) 852-5118

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
5/5
Colorado average: 3.2/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
5/5
Colorado average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info 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.
5/5
Colorado average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
2/5
Colorado average: 4.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 41m per day

This home provides 22% more nursing time per resident than the Colorado average.

Colorado average: 3h 51m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 60

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Colorado average
Occupancy rate 70.6%
Residents per day (avg) 41
Occupancy rate
70.6%
Residents per day (avg)
41

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

40% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 years

Medicaid

15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 years

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by city authorities.
Home revenue
$8.2M
Surplus of revenue
$628.2K
Governmental community Operated by city authorities.
Home revenue
$8,185,689.00
Surplus of revenue
$628,234.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.7M
45% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.9M
Total costs $7.6M
Bed community size
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Snf/nf Dual Certification
Status Active

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 065391

Ownership & operating entity

Colorado Veterans Community Living Ctr at Homelake is administrated by KLIPPERT, CRYSTAL.

Owner name: STATE OF COLORADO

Care Services

Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Contact Colorado Veterans Community Living Ctr at Homelake

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Colorado average 4.8


Last Health inspection on Oct 2024

Total health citations 9

Colorado average 24.8

Citations per inspection
2.25

Colorado average 5.2


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

8 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 9 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 1
52% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 2.1

0 critical citations More info Colorado average: 0.4

1 serious citation More info Colorado average: 2.1

8 moderate citations More info Colorado average: 22.2

0 minor citations More info Colorado average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Oct 17, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Oct 17, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect serious citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Feb 13, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Mar 16, 2023
Corrected

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

5 facilities compared · CMS & CO Dept. of Health data · Updated Mar 2026

Colorado Veterans Community Living Ctr at Homelake
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).

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.

MONTE VISTA
60
70.6%
-8%
4.68
+95%
+21%
0
9
1
41
Aldrich, Erin
$7,8M
$3,7M
47.3%
65391
Adventhealth Avista
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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).

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.

LOUISVILLE
114
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Adventhealth Castle Rock
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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).

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.

CASTLE ROCK
90
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0
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Adventhealth Littleton
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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).

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.

LITTLETON
231
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0
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Adventhealth Parker
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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).

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.

PARKER
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 53
Employees 42
Contractors 11
Staff to resident ratio 1.39:1
27% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average ratio: 1.91:1

Avg staff/day 24
Average shift 7.6 hours
8% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 8.3 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 16,643
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 0
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 0 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 23
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

7.6%

1,273 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Administrator: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Medical Director: 1 Other Social Services Staff: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant230239,44191100%7.9
Registered Nurse140144,23291100%8.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist2027676976%6.9
Administrator1125887178%7.5
Speech Language Pathologist0114656673%7
Dental Services Staff1014255560%7.7
Physical Therapy Aide0112336066%3.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0222253033%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff1011594448%3.6
Occupational Therapy Aide01148910%5.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician022232123%1.1
Medical Director0112267%3.7
Qualified Social Worker0111078%1.4
Other Social Services Staff011811%8
23 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
14 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 76%
2 Administrator
% of Days 78%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 60%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 66%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 33%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 48%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 10%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 23%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 7%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 8%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 1%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
38 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicaid
14 residents (36.8%)
Private pay or other
24 residents (63.2%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 11.9
32% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 9.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.3
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 18.8

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 22.3%
39% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 16.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 24.5%
44% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 17.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 11.2%
52% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 23.2%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.7%
19% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 3.3%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.1%
20% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 3.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.4%
138% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.9%
32% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 5.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 7.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 17.5%
7% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 18.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.6%
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 93.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.3%
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 94.7%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 45.3%
41% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.4%

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Colorado resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+, Colorado resident.

~$1,215/month (individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.

~$1,004/month (individual, stricter than waivers).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.