Nursing Home

The Center at Centennial

Nursing Home

The Center at Centennial

3490 Centennial Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907 View map
Overview of The Center at Centennial

The Center at Centennial is a skilled nursing facility in Colorado, celebrated for its exceptional care and outstanding facility. They have a remarkable track record of effectively involving families and offering comprehensive discharge planning while tailoring individualized programs for seniors, meeting all nursing home requirements. In addition to top-notch medical care, they prioritize psychological well-being, providing therapeutic services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with physical rehabilitation and social services, in line with nursing home facilities standards.

Residents can also indulge in fine dining experiences featuring healthy and satisfying meals. The facility itself boasts a state-of-the-art design and meticulously maintained grounds, offering 80 private suites with private bathrooms and showers. Their amenities include a beauty salon, scenic city views, and individual thermostat control. The gym is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, exuding a classic and exquisite interior design. The home surely emanates a timeless atmosphere, ensuring that residents enjoy world-class amenities while receiving top-tier care.

(719) 685-8888

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Colorado average: 3.2/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Colorado average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Colorado average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
Colorado average: 4.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 3m per day

This home provides 5% more nursing time per resident than the Colorado average.

Colorado average: 3h 51m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 37m per day 36m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 80

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Colorado average
Occupancy rate 90.2%
Residents per day (avg) 64
Occupancy rate
90.2%
Residents per day (avg)
64

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix 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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

51% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 17 days

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$29.3M
Profit
$2.8M
Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$29,325,697.00
Profit
$2,783,587.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.0M
27.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$18.5M
Total costs $26.5M
Bed community size
80-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 45 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
90%
In line with Colorado average
Occupied beds
72 / 80
Average residents 72 per day

License details

Status Active

Ownership & operating entity

The Center at Centennial is administrated by Lafont, Gerard.

Owner: THE CENTER AT CENTENNIAL, LLC

Types of Care at The Center at Centennial

Skilled Nursing
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Private pay Medicare

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

Colorado average 4.8


Last Health inspection on Oct 2024

Total health citations 21
Citations per inspection
4.2

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

17 of 21 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 21 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 21 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 3
43% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 2.1

0 critical citations More info Colorado average: 0.4

3 serious citations More info Colorado average: 2.1

18 moderate citations More info Colorado average: 22.2

0 minor citations More info Colorado average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Oct 23, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care serious citation Jul 31, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Jul 31, 2024
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Apr 13, 2023
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Centennial

The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
The Center at Centennial
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Colorado Springs (West Colorado Springs)
80
45
THE MEDICAL CENTER LLC
90.2%
$27,597,380.00
$7,997,120.00
29%
64
5/5
4.0436
4/5
3/5
5/5
-
21
3
-2%
+5%
+18%
-
The Suites at Someren Glen
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

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.

Centennial
109
70
MULLETT, KEITH
84.1%
$14,947,119.00
$7,041,739.00
47.1%
81
3/5
5.0598
3/5
4/5
3/5
2
19
3
+60%
+31%
+10%
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Places of interest near The Center at Centennial

Address 52.6 miles from city center — 1.06 miles to nearest hospital (WellLife Medical Centers)

Address 3490 Centennial Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

128
Total Staff
128
Employees
0
Contractors
35,763
Total Hours (Quarter)
45
Avg Staff/Day
8.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse179.6 No
Licensed Practical Nurse1910.2 No
Certified Nursing Assistant529.3 No
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
90 staff
9.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Therapy Services
27 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
6.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant5205213,78491100%9.3
Licensed Practical Nurse190196,58691100%10.2
Registered Nurse170173,52791100%9.6
Speech Language Pathologist7072,50191100%7.5
Physical Therapy Aide9092,2678998%7.1
Physical Therapy Assistant5051,7898492%7.4
RN Director of Nursing2021,0006571%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician4047888088%7.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist2026886571%8
Qualified Social Worker2025606571%6.2
Nurse Practitioner2025276571%8.1
Administrator1015206571%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1015136571%7.9
Occupational Therapy Aide2024636369%7.3
Dental Services Staff3032493033%8.1

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
46 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
25 residents (54.3%)
Private pay or other
21 residents (45.7%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Colorado avg: 2.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.4%
28% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.1%
96% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.1%
24% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 75.6%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 27.6%
36% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 20.3%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 11.1%
13% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 12.8%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.2%
69% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 63.9%
19% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 65.1%
29% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 50.6%

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Colorado resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+, Colorado resident.

~$1,215/month (individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

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

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.

~$1,004/month (individual, stricter than waivers).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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