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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Overview of Westward Heights Care Center

Westward Heights Care Center is a locally owned, non-profit facility in Lander, Wyoming. It provides comprehensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, accommodating up to 60 individuals for long-term care, after-hospital rehabilitation, or short-term respite care. The facility also offers outpatient therapy services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

307-332-5560 westwardheightscarecenter@vhsmail.com

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.62/day

Overall rating

5/5

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 66

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

78.3%

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for

Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

56% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

28% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Medicaid

16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$8.6M

Surplus of revenue

$106.9K

Voluntary non-profit home Other

Home revenue

$8,634,654.00

Surplus of revenue

$106,875.00

Payroll costs

$3.3M

38.6% of revenue

Other operating costs

$5.2M

Total costs $8.5M

66-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License Status

Active

Facility Type

Additional licensing details

License number: 15338

CMS Certification Number: 535034

County: Fremont

Ownership & operating entity

Westward Heights Care Center is administrated by Caitlin Delbridge.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of Nursing: Shayna Goff

Care Services

Nursing Services

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Memory Care

Independent Living

Skilled Nursing

Contact Information

Email: [email protected]

Fax: 307-332-3690

Amenities & Lifestyle

Deluxe private rooms

Therapies: occupational

physical

and speech

Spiritual support: pastoral services

chapel services

and bible studies

Emotional support: special events

individual and group activities

Delicious meals and snacks

Regularly scheduled physician visits

Transportation

Wireless technology available in common areas

Beauty and barber shop

Family environment

Many quality of life choices

Memory support (Alzheimer’s and dementia)

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs

Short-Term Rehab / Sub-Acute Care, Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care, Specialized Options, Outpatient Therapies, Restorative Programs, Medicare Certified, Respite, Hospice, Amenities, Tours, Testimonials, Who We Are

Religious Services

Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description

Delicious meals and snacks provided.

Meals Included

Yes

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Westward Heights Care Center

SNF

WY 82520

WESTWARD HEIGHTS CORP

78.3%

$8,386,255.00

$3,331,573.00

39.7%

51.30

5/5

4.6235

4/5

5/5

Sage View Care Center

SNF

Rock Springs

A+

53.4%

$2,486,762.00

$798,698.00

32.1%

48.80

4/5

4.0023

4/5

3/5

Morning Star Care Center

SNF

WY 82514

MORNING STAR CARE CENTER

61.2%

$5,304,436.00

$2,128,355.00

40.1%

28.20

4/5

7.5357

4/5

2/5

Laramie Health and Rehabilitation

SNF

Laramie

105

STELLAR LARAMIE MANAGEMENT, LLC

52.9%

$8,290,036.00

$2,979,106.00

35.9%

49.20

1/5

3.7000

2/5

3/5

1/5

Westward Heights Care Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: WY 82520

Bed Count: 66

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: WESTWARD HEIGHTS CORP

CCN: 535034

Occupancy: 78.3%

Home Revenue: $8,386,255.00

Payroll Costs: $3,331,573.00

Payroll %: 39.7%

Avg Residents/Day: 51.30

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.6235

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Sage View Care Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: Rock Springs

Bed Count: 82

Pets Allowed: No

CCN: 535056

Occupancy: 53.4%

Home Revenue: $2,486,762.00

Payroll Costs: $798,698.00

Payroll %: 32.1%

Avg Residents/Day: 48.80

Overall Rating: 4/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.0023

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 3/5

Morning Star Care Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: WY 82514

Bed Count: 45

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: MORNING STAR CARE CENTER

CCN: 535050

Occupancy: 61.2%

Home Revenue: $5,304,436.00

Payroll Costs: $2,128,355.00

Payroll %: 40.1%

Avg Residents/Day: 28.20

Overall Rating: 4/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 7.5357

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 2/5

Number of Fines: 1

Laramie Health and Rehabilitation

Type of care: AL SNF

Community: Laramie

Bed Count: 105

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: STELLAR LARAMIE MANAGEMENT, LLC

CCN: 535043

Occupancy: 52.9%

Home Revenue: $8,290,036.00

Payroll Costs: $2,979,106.00

Payroll %: 35.9%

Avg Residents/Day: 49.20

Overall Rating: 1/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 3.7000

Health Insp Rating: 2/5

Staffing Rating: 3/5

QM Rating: 1/5

Number of Fines: 3

Lander, WY 82520

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Total Staff

Employees

Contractors

21,907

Total Hours (Quarter)

Avg Staff/Day

Avg Shift (hrs)

Nursing Staff Breakdown

Role ⓘ	Count ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ	Uses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse	13	8.4	No
Licensed Practical Nurse	3	11.1	No
Certified Nursing Assistant	46	8.2	No

Staff by Category

Administration

1 staff

8hs shift avg

Nursing Staff

64 staff

8.6hs shift avg

Physicians & Practitioners

5 staff

7.6hs shift avg

Therapy Services

8 staff

5.4hs shift avg

Activities & Recreation

0 staff

0hs shift avg

Social Services

2 staff

3.3hs shift avg

Dietary Services

3 staff

7.2hs shift avg

Other Services

1 staff

7.7hs shift avg

Contractor Analysis

6.8%

of total hours from contractors

1,483 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 1

Role ⓘ	Employees ⓘ	Contractors ⓘ	Total Staff ⓘ	Total Hours ⓘ	Days Worked ⓘ	% of Days ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant	46	0	46	11,137	91	100%	8.2
Registered Nurse	13	0	13	2,514	91	100%	8.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist	4	0	4	1,556	80	88%	7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse	3	0	3	1,383	84	92%	11.1
Other Dietary Services Staff	3	0	3	1,328	91	100%	7.2
Medication Aide/Technician	2	0	2	957	82	90%	11.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician	0	3	3	538	70	77%	6.7
Administrator	1	0	1	520	65	71%	8
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	520	65	71%	8
Dental Services Staff	1	0	1	510	66	73%	7.7
Physical Therapy Assistant	0	2	2	407	70	77%	5.2
Physical Therapy Aide	0	2	2	268	56	62%	4.7
Speech Language Pathologist	0	1	1	201	49	54%	4.1
Qualified Social Worker	0	2	2	70	21	23%	3.3

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Total Health inspections 4

29% below Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 5.6

Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total Health citations 8

58% below Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 18.9

2 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 6 citations

Complaint investigations 2 citations

Breakdown of citations

Critical Health citations 0

100% below Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 0.2

Serious Health citations 0

100% below Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 1.8

Moderate Health citations 7

Minor Health citations 1

Citations history (last 3 years)

Infection Control moderate citation Mar 27, 2025

Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Mar 27, 2025

Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jan 14, 2025

Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 14, 2025

Corrected

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation

Resident Census by Payment Source

55 Total Residents

Medicare 8 (14.5%)

Medicaid 32 (58.2%)

Private Pay/Other 15 (27.3%)

Programs & Services

Residents' Group

Nurse Aide Training

Family Engagement

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

Active Resident Council

High-risk clinical events score 9.5

13% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 10.9

Functional decline score 17.7

15% better than Wyoming average

Wyoming average: 20.8

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 16.6%

17% below Wyoming average.

Walking Ability Worsened 18.3%

4% below Wyoming average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 18.3%

21% below Wyoming average.

Falls with Major Injury 6.5%

32% above Wyoming average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 1.4%

72% below Wyoming average.

Urinary Tract Infection 0.0%

100% below Wyoming average.

Depressive Symptoms 0.6%

91% below Wyoming average.

Antipsychotic Use 6.0%

74% below Wyoming average.

Pneumococcal Vaccine 100.0%

6% above Wyoming average.

Influenza Vaccine 100.0%

6% above Wyoming average.

Lost Too Much Weight 4.7%

28% below Wyoming average.

Short-stay resident measures

Pneumococcal Vaccine 92.4%

24% better than Wyoming average

Antipsychotic medication increase 0.0%

100% better than Wyoming average

Influenza Vaccine 95.9%

25% better than Wyoming average

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Westward Heights Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 78.3% ↑ 3.2pp vs 2022

Net Income $106,875 ↑ ~$1.5M vs 2022

Total Payroll $4,788,839 ↓ ~$300K vs 2022

Profit Margin 1.3% ↑ 18.7pp vs 2022

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Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	83.4%	90.9%	92.2%	90.9%	89.0%	88.6%	87.6%	89.1%	86.1%	66.6%	54.8%	75.0%	78.3%
Beds	60	60	60	60	60	60	60	60	60	95	95	66	66
Net Income	-$87,388	$7,771	$138,401	-$8,781	-$182,216	$185,549	$358,601	$282,376	$520,028	$399,033	-$769,009	-$1,394,011	$106,875
Gross Revenue	$5,053,448	$5,759,113	$5,932,177	$6,038,321	$5,911,792	$6,285,723	$7,251,632	$7,724,505	$7,680,953	$7,632,223	$8,286,190	$8,005,624	$8,386,255
Operating Expenses	$4,870,412	$5,108,287	$5,030,782	$5,331,093	$5,397,193	$5,451,721	$5,486,117	$5,835,088	$5,942,497	$7,205,954	$7,674,902	$7,630,225	$7,274,640
Net Patient Revenue	$4,702,908	$4,909,410	$4,869,052	$5,115,404	$5,197,578	$5,421,136	$5,623,988	$6,202,100	$6,074,097	$6,543,255	$6,646,480	$6,555,395	$7,133,116
Total Payroll	$3,492,833	$3,653,818	$3,611,747	$3,728,918	$3,797,520	$3,847,838	$3,853,571	$3,955,973	$4,188,776	$5,014,133	$5,167,031	$5,088,639	$4,788,839
Profit Margin %	-1.7%	0.1%	2.3%	-0.2%	-3.1%	3.0%	5.0%	3.7%	6.8%	5.2%	-9.3%	-17.4%	1.3%
Medicare %	17.2%	10.8%	10.8%	13.5%	11.2%	10.8%	12.8%	12.7%	10.4%	12.7%	19.5%	20.9%	18.5%
Medicaid %	45.9%	56.4%	53.1%	51.0%	52.4%	54.6%	60.6%	50.3%	52.3%	55.6%	51.7%	54.0%	50.5%
Private %	36.8%	32.8%	36.2%	35.5%	36.4%	34.6%	26.6%	37.0%	37.3%	31.7%	28.7%	25.1%	31.0%
Revenue/Day	$258	$246	$241	$257	$267	$279	$293	$318	$322	$347	$350	$363	$378
Cost/Day	$267	$256	$249	$268	$277	$280	$286	$299	$315	$382	$404	$422	$386
Avg Length of Stay	182.5 days	415.9 days	348.3 days	297.0 days	360.8 days	367.1 days	299.8 days	300.2 days	269.3 days	281.3 days	150.9 days	136.9 days	112.0 days

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Community Choices Waiver

WY Medicaid CCW

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Wyoming 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).

WY Specifics: Sparse population; rural access focus.

Wyoming Home Services

WY Home Services

General: Age 60+, Wyoming resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).

WY Specifics: Limited funding; rural emphasis.

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Wyoming OAA Services

General: Age 60+, WY resident; no income/asset limits.

Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

WY Specifics: Includes Meals on Wheels; serves ~10,000 annually; rural emphasis.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wyoming Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, WY 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).

WY Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Wyoming LIEAP

General: Age 60+ prioritized, WY resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

WY Specifics: Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available; serves ~15,000 households.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Wyoming National Family Caregiver Support Program

General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; WY resident; 2+ ADLs.

Income Limits (2025): No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

WY Specifics: Covers Big Horn, Carbon, Converse, Fremont, Goshen, Hot Springs, Laramie, Natrona, Washakie; serves ~1,000 annually.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Wyoming SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WY resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified.

WY Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; serves Big Horn, Fremont, Natrona, Park, Washakie.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Wyoming VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WY resident, wartime service, 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).

WY Specifics: High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Property Tax Refund Program

Wyoming Property Tax Refund Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, WY resident 5+ years, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.

Income Limits (2025): ~$22,500/year (individual in high-cost counties), ~$18,000 (low-cost); $36,000/$28,800 (couples).

Asset Limits: Not assessed beyond income.

WY Specifics: Refunds up to $900 (homeowners) or 50% rent paid; serves ~5,000 annually.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wyoming SFMNP

General: Age 60+, WY resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

WY Specifics: Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually.

Westward Heights Care Center

Westward Heights Care Center is a Nursing Home in Wyoming

Westward Heights Care Center is a Nursing Home in Wyoming

Westward Heights Care Center

Westward Heights Care Center is a Nursing Home in Wyoming

Westward Heights Care Center is a Nursing Home in Wyoming

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Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Property Tax Refund Program

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