Mt St Francis Nursing Center

Mt St Francis Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Mt St Francis Nursing… is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Mt St Francis Nursing Center

7550 Assisi Heights, Colorado Springs, CO 80919 View Map

Mt St Francis Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Mt St Francis Nursing… is a Nursing Home in Colorado

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Overview of Mt St Francis Nursing Center

Ensconced on the scenic foothills of Colorado Springs, MT St. Francis Nursing Center is more than just a run-of-the-mill care facility. As a non-profit, sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Saint Francis of Colorado Springs, they serve people of all beliefs with dedication and excellence. The five-star Medicare rating is a testament to their quality of care, including rehabilitation, long-term care, end-of-life care, and round-the-clock admission. They go above and beyond basic medical care, offering a range of therapies, medication management, registered dietitian services, laundry and housekeeping, chaplain services, and a choice of menus.
The home understands that health and wellness goes beyond physical care. Their fitness classes, punctuated by golf cart rides and excursions, are conducted to encourage an active lifestyle and good mental health. They also offer spiritual services to those seeking emotional and spiritual support. At MT St. Francis Nursing Center, they pride themselves on creating a warm, welcoming haven where residents can live their best lives.

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.69/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 110

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in Colorado
Occupancy rate 95.1%
Residents per day (avg) 93
Occupancy rate
95.1%
Residents per day (avg)
93

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

6% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

65% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Medicaid

29% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 - 6 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$15.2M
Surplus of revenue
$2.0M
Voluntary non-profit home Other
Home revenue
$15,199,495.00
Surplus of revenue
$1,962,517.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.0M
33.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.2M
Total costs $13.2M
Bed community size
110-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 3 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Status
Active

Ownership & operating entity

Mt St Francis Nursing Center is administrated by Whiting-Wagner, Angela Lal.

Owner: CATHOLIC HEALTH INITIATIVES COLORADO
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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.

Payment & Funding Options

Private pay Medicaid Medicare

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
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Address 8.3 miles from city center

Address 7550 Assisi Heights, Colorado Springs, CO 80919

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

156
Total Staff
78
Employees
78
Contractors
41,669
Total Hours (Quarter)
43
Avg Staff/Day
10.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse3211.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse1412.4 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant7911.8 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
125 staff
11.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
7 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
9 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
3.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services
6 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Other Services
4 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
38.4%
of total hours from contractors
16,014 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 43 Licensed Practical Nurse: 8 Registered Nurse: 16 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant36437919,99891100%11.8
Registered Nurse1616327,83191100%11.5
Licensed Practical Nurse68144,8119099%12.4
Other Dietary Services Staff6062,61191100%7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist6062,0367582%8
Dental Services Staff2029127077%8
Mental Health Service Worker2028606369%8.3
Speech Language Pathologist0225416066%7.7
Administrator2025126470%8
Nurse Practitioner1014725965%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0114726066%7.9
Occupational Therapy Aide1012923741%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0111613538%4.6
Qualified Social Worker022672022%3.4
Occupational Therapy Assistant011541516%3.6
Physical Therapy Aide0332878%4
Medical Director0111178%1.6

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Aug 2019 – Mar 2025)

4
Inspections
20
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
5
Citations/Inspection
Mar 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
20
Serious (G-I)
0
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Infection Control
4
20% of total
Quality of Life & Care
4
20% of total
Resident Rights
2
10% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
2
10% of total
Pharmacy Services
1
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 18
Complaint Investigations 8
State Comparison (CO)
Citations
20
Colorado average: 24.8
Critical Citations
0
Colorado average: 0.4
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Mar 06, 2025 D Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
Mar 06, 2025 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Mar 06, 2025 E Nursing ServicesF0730 Corrected
Mar 06, 2025 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Mar 06, 2025 D Resident RightsF0622 Corrected
Nov 30, 2023 E Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Nov 30, 2023 F Infection ControlF0882 Corrected
Aug 17, 2023 E Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
Aug 17, 2023 E Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Aug 17, 2023 D Nursing ServicesF0726 Corrected
Aug 17, 2023 E NutritionF0804 Corrected
Aug 17, 2023 E NutritionF0806 Corrected
Aug 17, 2023 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Aug 17, 2023 D Quality of CareF0676 Corrected
Aug 17, 2023 D Quality of CareF0695 Corrected
Aug 17, 2023 D Quality of CareF0744 Corrected
Aug 17, 2023 D Resident RightsF0563 Corrected
Aug 15, 2019 E Quality of CareF0676 Corrected
Aug 15, 2019 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Aug 15, 2019 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Part of: Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado
Resident Census by Payment Source
96 Total Residents
Medicare 3 (3.1%)
Medicaid 81 (84.4%)
Private Pay/Other 12 (12.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
14.8 Score
64% worse than avg Colorado avg: 9.0

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
28.5 Score
52% worse than avg Colorado avg: 18.8

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
33.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
4.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.1%
Depressive Symptoms
5.9%
Falls with Major Injury
6.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
99.7%
Antipsychotic Use
15.3%
Walking Ability Worsened
23.9%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.3%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
28.2%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
91.3% 19% better than avg Colorado: 76.6%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
6.5% 358% worse than avg Colorado: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
85.2% 13% better than avg Colorado: 75.6%

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver
Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Colorado 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).
  • CO Specifics: Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program
  • General: Age 60+, Colorado resident.
  • Income Limits: ~$1,215/month (individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CO Specifics: Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.
  • Services: Cash (~$100-$800/month), limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week), medical assistance.
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
  • General: Age 55+, Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • CO Specifics: Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).
  • Services: All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day), meals, transportation, therapy, medical visits.
Home Care Allowance (HCA)
Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)
Official government program page
  • General: Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,004/month (individual, stricter than waivers).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • CO Specifics: Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.
  • Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider), e.g., bathing, dressing.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • CO Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

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Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Colorado 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).
  • CO Specifics:
    Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
Colorado OAP

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Colorado resident.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$1,215/month (individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CO Specifics:
    Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$100-$800/month), limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week), medical assistance.
Colorado Medicaid PACE

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • CO Specifics:
    Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day), meals, transportation, therapy, medical visits.
Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,004/month (individual, stricter than waivers).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • CO Specifics:
    Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider), e.g., bathing, dressing.
Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • CO Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
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