Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness
Memory Care, Assisted Living & Independent Living · Cheyenne, WY
CMS overall rating Info 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.

Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness

Memory Care, Assisted Living & Independent Living · Cheyenne, WY
CMS overall rating Info 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.
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Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness

Undoubtedly one of Cheyenne’s most elegant senior living communities, Granite is a rehabilitation and wellness center that provides resort-like hospitality. Specializing in post-acute and long-term care, residents still immerse themselves in a vibrant social environment where they can build new connections and meaningful relationships with staff and other residents. Granite is a sophisticated tightly-knit community that makes residents feel like they belong in their newfound home.

Its centers of excellence include memory care support programs, wellness programs, exercise activities, recreational outings, delicious dining experiences, engaging events, and compassionate supervised care.

(307) 634-7901

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.
▼ 66.0% Below WY avg. ▼ 66.0% Below WY avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 30.5% Below WY avg. ▼ 30.5% Below WY avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 14.3% Below WY avg. ▼ 14.3% Below WY avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▼ 68.3% Below WY avg. ▼ 68.3% Below WY avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Wyoming state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 12th out of 13 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 36m per day
Rank #12 / 13Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 13 homes in Wyoming. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Wyoming average, with a ranking across 13 Wyoming SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Wyoming avg (4h 32m per day)
vs Wyoming avg
-20%

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +48% above state avg
Staff type Hours / Day / Resident vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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. 38m per day ▼ 30% State avg: 54m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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. 43m per day ▲ 48% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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 ▼ 26% State avg: 2h 28m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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 53m per day ▼ 12% State avg: 3h 18m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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. 1m per day ▼ 67% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info 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. 31m per day ▼ 16% State avg: 37m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Types of Care at Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy than the Wyoming average: 69.2%
Occupancy rate
64.9% Rank #17 / 24Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 24 homes in Wyoming. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wyoming average, with its Statewide rank out of 24. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
133 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #14 / 55Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 55 homes in Wyoming. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Wyoming SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 125
Employees 125
Contractors 0
Staff to resident ratio 1.52:1
7% worse than Wyoming average
Wyoming average ratio: 1.64:1 Wyoming average ratio: 1.64:1See full Wyoming ranking
Avg staff/day 43
Average shift 8.4 hours
0% compared with Wyoming average
Wyoming average: 8.4 hours Wyoming average shift: 8.4 hoursSee full Wyoming ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 33,152

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 49
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0%

0 contractor hours this quarter

No contractor roles were reported this quarter.

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant 49 0 49 12,662 92 100% 8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse 14 0 14 4,951 92 100% 9.5
Registered Nurse 17 0 17 4,125 92 100% 9.5
Physical Therapist 18 0 18 3,461 76 83% 7.3
Medication Aide/Technician 7 0 7 1,562 87 95% 8.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist 4 0 4 1,279 72 78% 7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff 5 0 5 1,143 92 100% 7.6
Mental Health Service Worker 3 0 3 997 73 79% 7.8
Occupational Therapy Aide 2 0 2 948 59 64% 8.9
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 520 65 71% 8
RN Director of Nursing 2 0 2 505 45 49% 9.9
Administrator 1 0 1 496 62 67% 8
Dietitian 1 0 1 413 55 60% 7.5
Dental Services Staff 1 0 1 90 10 11% 9
49 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
17 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
18 Physical Therapist
% of Days 83%
7 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 95%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 78%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 79%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 64%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 49%
1 Administrator
% of Days 67%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 60%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 11%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2025

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 $24K Rank #11 / 13Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 13 homes in Wyoming. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Wyoming average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 13 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
40% lower than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: $40K

Number of fines 1
63% fewer fines than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 2.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $24K
Wyoming average $40K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Jun 24, 2025 · $24K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 24, 2025
$24K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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. 13.4
23% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 10.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 28.9
39% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 20.8

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Wyoming avg: 3.6 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 26.0%
30% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 20.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 35.7%
86% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 19.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 25.1%
8% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 23.2%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.0%
39% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 4.9%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 0.9%
82% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.4%
56% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.6%
76% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 6.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.7%
27% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 6.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 23.6%
In line with Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 22.7%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.3%
In line with Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 94.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.6%
In line with Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 94.3%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.53
18% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 1.30

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.35
38% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 2.19

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Wyoming avg: 2.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 54.3%
27% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 74.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 3.7%
63% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 2.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 36.4%
53% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 77.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 37.4%
80% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 20.8%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 14.1%
In line with Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 13.7%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.0%
29% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 28.1%
48% worse than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 49.0%
In line with Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

54% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

26% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 82
Medicare
11
13.4% of residents
Medicaid
63
76.8% of residents
Private pay or other
8
9.8% of residents
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.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$5.1M
Operating loss
-$68.6K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$5.1M Rank #11 / 12Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 12 homes in Wyoming. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Wyoming SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$68.6K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #11 / 12Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 12 homes in Wyoming. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Wyoming average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$2.2M
43.6% of revenue Rank #10 / 12Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 12 homes in Wyoming. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Wyoming average. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.9M
Total costs $5.2M

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: 3-story

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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.

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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cheyenne's city center to Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.44 miles to nearest hospital (Cheyenne Vet Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Wyoming

Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness is located in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Wyoming.

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Community Choices Waiver

WY Medicaid CCW

Age 65+ or disabled
General Wyoming 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).
WY

Sparse population; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Wyoming Home Services

WY Home Services

Age 60+
General Wyoming resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
WY

Limited funding; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Wyoming OAA Services

Age 60+
General WY resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Includes Meals on Wheels; serves ~10,000 annually; rural emphasis.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wyoming Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WY resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WY

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Wyoming LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WY resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available; serves ~15,000 households.

Benefits
Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Wyoming National Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; WY resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Covers Big Horn, Carbon, Converse, Fremont, Goshen, Hot Springs, Laramie, Natrona, Washakie; serves ~1,000 annually.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Wyoming VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WY resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WY

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Refund Program

Wyoming Property Tax Refund Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WY resident 5+ years, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$22,500/year (individual in high-cost counties), ~$18,000 (low-cost); $36,000/$28,800 (couples).
Asset Limits Not assessed beyond income.
WY

Refunds up to $900 (homeowners) or 50% rent paid; serves ~5,000 annually.

Benefits
Tax refund (~$200-$900/year avg.)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wyoming SFMNP

Age 60+
General WY resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness

What neighborhood is Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness in?

Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness is in the Boxelder Drive neighborhood.

Is Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness in a walkable area?

Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness?

Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness's occupancy is 64.9%.

What is the phone number of Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness?

(307) 634-7901 will put you in contact with the team at Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness.

Is Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Granite Rehabilitation and Wellness is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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