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Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Life Care Center of Evergreen
Nursing Home in Jefferson County
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Life Care Center of Evergreen
Life Care Center of Evergreen is a highly recognized nursing home in Evergreen, CO, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community has a peaceful and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults feel at ease during their stay. 24-hour care, fall prevention, and medication management are among the exceptional services provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Striving to understand residents’ needs and preferences, the community provides personalized care plans.
Light exercises, social events, and various activities ensure residents can make friends and explore new hobbies. A beauty salon and barber shop, a library, and spacious courtyards ensure residents can relax and interact with their surroundings. Elk Meadow Park, restaurants, and public transportation also surround the area, providing accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has comprehensive care options that aim to help older adults live to their potential in retirement, making it an ideal option for senior living in Colorado.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
97
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
53.1%
Residents per day (avg)
56
Occupancy rate
53.1%
Residents per day (avg)
56
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
27 days
Private pay
61% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
8 - 9 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.7M
Operating loss
-$575.1K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.7M
Operating loss
-$575.1K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.9M
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.
$4.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$9.3M
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Types of Care at Life Care Center of Evergreen
Skilled Nursing
Memory Care
Compare Nursing Homes around Jefferson County The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
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| Life Care Center of Evergreen |
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.
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). | Evergreen (Evergreen West Central) | - | 53.1% | -31% | 3.50 | - | -9% | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 56 | - | 33 | Carlson, Amber | $8.6M | $4.9M | 57.3% | 65276 | ||||
| Western Hills Health Care Center |
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.
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). | Lakewood (Morse Park) | - | 84.2% | +10% | 3.74 | - | -3% | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 90 | - | 84 | Goeglein, Amy | $11.5M | $6.2M | 54% | 65209 | ||||
| Lakewood Villa |
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).
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.
SN Skeilled Nursing | Lakewood (Applewood) | - | 86.2% | +13% | 3.82 | - | -1% | 16 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 52 | - | 61 | - | $6.6M | $2.5M | 38.8% | 65408 | ||||
| Prestige Care Center of Morrison |
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
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). | Morrison | - | 65.7% | -14% | 3.71 | - | -4% | 3 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 85 | - | 36 | - | $13.3M | $5.8M | 43.5% | 65188 | ||||
| Wheatridge Care Center | - |
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
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). | Wheat Ridge | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | - | 59 | - | - | - | - | - |
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