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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.
This home is ranked 30th out of 177 homes in Colorado. 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.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Registered Nurse (RN)
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.
| 23m per day | ▼ 54% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
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.
| 44m per day | ▲ 7% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
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 54m per day | ▼ 14% State avg: 2h 13m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
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 25m per day | ▼ 27% State avg: 3h 17m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
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Physical Therapist
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 | ▼ 80% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
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RN (Weekend)
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.
| 16m per day | ▼ 56% State avg: 36m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Lower than the Colorado average: 76.5%Juniper Village – the Spearly Center is administrated by Marie Lopez.
In Colorado, the Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division is the regulatory body that performs unannounced surveys and publishes facility inspection findings.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | CO Average | vs. CO Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 43 | 30 | This facility has 43% more total deficiencies than a typical Colorado nursing home (43 vs. CO avg 30).↑ 43% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 14.3 | 10 | This facility has 43% more deficiencies per year than a typical Colorado nursing home (14.3 vs. CO avg 10).↑ 43% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, showing ongoing issues with resident safety, infection control, and quality assurance despite some corrective actions. The most recent inspection on December 4, 2025 cited two deficiencies related to medication storage and infection prevention, continuing themes from earlier findings. Previous investigations documented immediate jeopardy for inadequate supervision after a fatal elopement in November 2024 and substantiated harm from improper transfer techniques in September 2024.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsColorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Colorado average 24.8
Colorado average 5.2
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
27 of 42 citations resulted from standard inspections; 6 of 42 resulted from complaint investigations; and 9 of 42 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
1150% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.4
43% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
50% worse than Colorado average
0% compared with Colorado average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
1,672 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 57 | 0 | 57 | 20,095 | 92 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 6,281 | 92 | 100% | 10.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,945 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,856 | 92 | 100% | 7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,688 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,286 | 65 | 71% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 520 | 63 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 452 | 60 | 65% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 59 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 59 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 440 | 61 | 66% | 7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 435 | 58 | 63% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 132 | 24 | 26% | 4.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 129 | 24 | 26% | 4.3 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023-2025
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)
657% higher than Colorado averageColorado average: $40K
260% more fines than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.2
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
276% more payment denials than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.3
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
8 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 22, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 11, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 23, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 5, 2024Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.9
13% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 9.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.7
22% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.5%
9% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
11.1%
35% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 17.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
15.6%
33% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.3%
28% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.3%
16% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.9%
41% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.2%
38% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
93% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
62.8%
234% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.0%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
52.2%
32% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
75.0%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
2% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
42% of new residents, often for short stays.
56% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
120Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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.
Historical financial and operational data for Juniper Village – the Spearly Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #67 / 182Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Colorado 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.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
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Estimated distance in miles from Denver's city center to Juniper Village – the Spearly Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Juniper Village – the Spearly Center is located in DENVER, Colorado.
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| Juniper Village – the Spearly Center | - |
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. | Denver | 135 | 91.0% | +19% | 4.41 | - | - | - | -23% | +14% | $299.7k | 42 | 6.0 | 8 | 124 | 95 | Juniper Park, LP | $12.7M | $7.4M | 58% | 65327 |
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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.
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| Woodland Estates Senior Living | - |
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.
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. | Denver (South Roslyn Street) | 135 | 26.8% | -65% | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 18 | #N/A | $4.4M | $2.5M | 56.6% | 65362 |
Juniper Village – the Spearly Center is in the USA neighborhood of DENVER.
The legal owner and operator of Juniper Village – the Spearly Center is Juniper Park Limited Partnership.
Juniper Village – the Spearly Center has a walk score of 95. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Juniper Village – the Spearly Center's occupancy is 27%.
Marie Lopez is the administrator of Juniper Village – the Spearly Center.
Juniper Village – the Spearly Center has 135 beds.
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