Sierra Place Senior Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Carson City, NV

Sierra Place Senior Living

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Carson City, NV

Overview of Sierra Place Senior Living

Burrowed in the serene neighborhood of Carson City, NV, the Sierra Place Senior living is a dedicated senior living community offering assisted living and respite care services. A wide range of spacious and convenient accommodations are available for its residents tailored to their needs. Having a highly equipped and compassionate team, this community assures its residents with a service-enriched set of programs and services most especially in terms of memory care.

Discover its top-notch amenities and services including the fitness center with senior friendly equipment ranging from treadmills and resistance training to free weights and machines, sunrooms, library and many more. Moreover, avail of its concierge services such as transportation services to make the most out of your time participating in diverse social activities and community events. With the Sierra Place Senior Living, seniors can enjoy a living experience worth remembering.

(775) 841-4111
Bed community size
76-bed community Rank #74 / 321Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 321 homes in Nevada. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Nevada facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Nevada that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
28 years in operation Rank #32 / 277Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 277 homes in Nevada. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Nevada facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Nevada that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 48 / 100 Rank #199 / 414Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 199th out of 414 homes in Nevada. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Nevada facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Nevada that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Rank #210 / 267Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 210th out of 267 homes in Nevada. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nevada average, with its Statewide rank out of 267. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Nevada that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Nevada average: 81.5%
Occupied beds
51 / 76
Average occupied beds in Nevada homes 92 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Facility For Groups
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 22, 1997
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sierra Place Senior Living is administered by Patrick Ward.

Type Of Units

Independent Living
0 units
Assisted Living Beds (Low Income) Units designated for residents who qualify for low-income assistance programs.
0 units
Assisted Living
76 units
Total beds
76 units

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Inspection History

In Nevada, the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance performs unannounced onsite surveys to evaluate resident safety and care quality.

Since 2013 · 13 years of data 111 deficiencies 27 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nevada state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2013 vs. Nevada state average
Overall vs. NV average 4 Worse Metrics worse than Nevada average:
• Total deficiencies (79% above)
• Deficiencies per year (77% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% above)
• Total inspections (29% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection April 8, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNV Averagevs. NV Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 11162 This facility has 79% more total deficiencies than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (111 vs. NV avg 62).↑ 79% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2013. 8.54.8 This facility has 77% more deficiencies per year than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (8.5 vs. NV avg 4.8).↑ 77% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.13 This facility has 37% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (4.1 vs. NV avg 3).↑ 37% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNV Averagevs. NV Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2721 This facility has 29% more total inspections than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (27 vs. NV avg 21).↑ 29% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on April 8, 2025 found no deficiencies and unsubstantiated complaint allegations after investigation.
  • The November 18, 2024 survey cited 11 deficiencies mainly involving food service permits, medication administration, resident file maintenance, and infection control training.
  • The facility’s record shows recurring medication administration errors, incomplete resident assessments, and food safety violations from 2022 through 2024, with some improvement but persistent compliance gaps.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 400 / 600 / 670 / 800 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sierra Place Senior Living

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Places of interest near Sierra Place Senior Living

Address 2.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Carson City's city center to Sierra Place Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance.

Sierra Place Senior Living
AL
IL
Carson City
76
Facility 76
NV AVG 42
Rank #74 / 321
Yes
48
Facility 48
NV AVG 45
Rank #199 / 414
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
NV AVG 14
Rank #32 / 277
67.1%
Facility 67.1%
NV AVG 80.5%
Rank #203 / 256
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111
Facility 111
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NV AVG 3.0
Rank #193 / 251
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NH
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30
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NV AVG 42
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66
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Independent Living (30), Assisted Living Beds (Low Income)
22
Facility 22
NV AVG 14
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76.7%
Facility 76.7%
NV AVG 80.5%
Rank #170 / 256
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119
Facility 119
NV AVG 62
Rank #221 / 251
11.9
Facility 11.9
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Rank #246 / 251
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Nevada

Sierra Place Senior Living is located in Carson City, Nevada.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Nevada.

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Home and Community Based Waiver

Nevada Medicaid HCBW

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nevada 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).
NV

High urban demand (e.g., Las Vegas); rural challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Meals ($6/meal)

Nevada Senior Services Program

NV SSP

Age 60+
General Nevada resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
NV

Limited funding; rural focus.

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

Personal Care Services (PCS)

Nevada Personal Care Services

Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus)
General Nevada resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL.
Income Limits (2025) ~$967/month (individual); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NV

Self-directed (family can be paid); statewide via DHHS.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Limited homemaker services Respite (~200 hours/year)

Senior Rx Program

Nevada Senior Rx Program

Age 65+
General Nevada resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NV

Covers up to $38.75/month premium; funded by tobacco settlement.

Benefits
Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year) Reducing out-of-pocket costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nevada Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nevada 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).
NV

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

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

Nevada Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Nevada Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Nevada resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NV

5 AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.

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

Nevada VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Nevada resident, wartime service, need for 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 limit
NV

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Sierra Place Senior Living

Is Sierra Place Senior Living in a walkable area?

Sierra Place Senior Living has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

When does Sierra Place Senior Living's license expire?

According to NV state health department records, Sierra Place Senior Living's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Sierra Place Senior Living?

Sierra Place Senior Living's occupancy is 67%.

Who is the administrator of Sierra Place Senior Living?

Patrick Ward is the administrator of Sierra Place Senior Living.

How many beds does Sierra Place Senior Living have?

Sierra Place Senior Living has 76 beds.

Are there photos of Sierra Place Senior Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Sierra Place Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Sierra Place Senior Living?

Sierra Place Senior Living is located at 1111 W College Pkwy, Carson City, NV 89703.

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