About Wheatridge Care Center
Nursing home overview and details
Wheatridge Care Center is a for-profit nursing home in Wheat Ridge, CO, serving Jefferson County and the surrounding community. The facility has 65 certified beds with an average daily census of 53.5 residents.
Wheatridge Care Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1993, bringing 33 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with VIVAGE SENIOR LIVING, which provides administrative support and oversight.
The facility holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Wheat Ridge, CO, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Average
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Wheatridge Care Center has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. This composite rating helps families compare nursing homes when evaluating care options.
Health Inspection
Below Average
Quality Measures
Excellent
Staffing
Average
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Wheatridge Care Center provides 3.42 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.61 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 56.9%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 53.8%. Weekend staffing averages 3.35 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Wheatridge Care Center has received 3 fines totaling $41,722. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Wheatridge Care Center
What is the CMS rating for Wheatridge Care Center?
Wheatridge Care Center has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Wheatridge Care Center have?
Wheatridge Care Center has 65 certified beds with an average daily census of 53.5 residents.
What type of facility is Wheatridge Care Center?
Wheatridge Care Center is a for profit - limited liability company nursing home serving Jefferson County in Wheat Ridge, CO.
How many doctors practice at Wheatridge Care Center?
Affiliated doctor information is not currently available for Wheatridge Care Center.
Does Wheatridge Care Center have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Wheatridge Care Center has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·