Occupancy rate
72%
In line with Colorado averageMix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Nursing Home
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
Overview of Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional level of care that is delivered by their patient-friendly staff as an approach to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; as well as their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other services include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
121
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
71.7%
Residents per day (avg)
86
Occupancy rate
71.7%
Residents per day (avg)
86
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
58% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
29 days
Medicaid
22% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$12.9M
Operating loss
-$359.9K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$12,875,033.00
Operating loss
$-359,912.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.5M
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.
$6.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.2M
121-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 63 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community
Occupancy
In line with Colorado averageOccupied beds
87 / 121
Average residents
72 per day
License details
Status
Active
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
65356
Awards:
Best Nursing Home
Ownership & operating entity
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs is administrated by Van Gorder, Andrew Ryan.
Owner:
COLORADO SPRINGS MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLC
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
All Levels of Care
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
4
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Apr 2024
Total health citations
15
Citations per inspection
3.75
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
11 of 15 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 15 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
0
0
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
15 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Apr 16, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Apr 16, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Nov 07, 2023
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Jan 19, 2023
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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Colorado Springs
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
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
A+
63
ZABOJNIK, VANESSA
71.7%
$12,725,743.00
$6,469,697.00
50.8%
86
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
A+
-
S-H FORTY-NINE OPCO VENTURES LLC
240.5%
$12,785,321.00
$5,573,021.00
43.6%
41
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
-
40
CCRC OPS MB1-T LLC
95.2%
$18,826,256.00
$7,492,142.00
39.8%
38
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
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
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
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:
86
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
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
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
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:
38
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
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)
141
Total Staff
137
Employees
4
Contractors
39,425
Total Hours (Quarter)
51
Avg Staff/Day
8.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 23 | 9.4 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 9.9 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 57 | 8.6 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
94 staff
9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
27 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
6 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.2%
of total hours from contractors
82 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 57 | 0 | 57 | 15,754 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 23 | 0 | 23 | 7,701 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,895 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,471 | 65 | 71% | 8.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,755 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,056 | 76 | 84% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 789 | 79 | 87% | 6.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 550 | 64 | 70% | 6.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 6 | 0 | 6 | 525 | 77 | 85% | 6.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 5 | 0 | 5 | 517 | 75 | 82% | 6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 67 | 74% | 7.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 61 | 67% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 471 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 437 | 60 | 66% | 7.3 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 426 | 56 | 62% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 346 | 57 | 63% | 5.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 2 | 0 | 2 | 166 | 13 | 14% | 11.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 48 | 4 | 4% | 9.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 3 | 3% | 11.5 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
93 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
6 residents (6.5%)
Medicaid
62 residents (66.7%)
Private pay or other
25 residents (26.9%)
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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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.
10.4
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.4
15% 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.
21.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
21.0
12% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8
Long-stay resident measures
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
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.3%
20% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.8%
In line with 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
27.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.0%
16% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.1%
22% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.3%
11% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.8%
48% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.4%
42% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
9.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
9.7%
35% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.9%
74% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
6% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.46
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.46
12% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.30
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.45
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.45
13% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.67
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.6%
13% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.6%
59% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.2%
9% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
19.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
19.5%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 20.3%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.3%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 12.8%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.4%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.4%
83% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
79.2%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
79.2%
47% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.3%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.3%
13% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Colorado Springs based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
71.7%
↑ 9.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$359,912
↓ ~$939K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7,660,781
↑ ~$1.8M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-2.8%
↓ 8.3pp vs 2022
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