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Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center

23500 Us Highway 160, Walsenburg, CO 81089

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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $8,044

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $8,044
  • Average State Price: $8,108
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center Description

    Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center is a community that offers nursing care and is located in Westminster, Colorado. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 9.3 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Community Reviews

    9.3
    Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 27 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 1 communities in Walsenburg
  • Ranking in State: 86 out of 666 communities in CO


  • Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Overall Impressions: The facility is highly praised for its cleanliness, respectful and knowledgeable staff, and excellent care, particularly for veterans and their spouses. The food receives positive mentions for its quality, and the facility is noted for its fantastic views of the mountains.

    Special Mention: The facility is recognized for its exceptional care towards veterans, with many reviewers highlighting the respectful treatment of their loved ones who served. The staff's ability to navigate VA and Social Security processes is also appreciated.

    Personal Experiences: Many reviewers express deep gratitude for the care their loved ones received, mentioning the staff's kindness, professionalism, and the overall atmosphere of caring and respect. One review specifically mentions the comfort in knowing their father received excellent care in his final weeks, highlighting the staff's efforts to treat residents with dignity and respect.

    Negative Experiences: There is a mention of a negative experience where a resident was placed in a room filled with storage, and the staff was described as rude and condescending. However, this appears to be an isolated incident among otherwise overwhelmingly positive reviews.

    Community and Family: Several reviews emphasize the sense of community and family within the facility, with one reviewer stating it feels like a home away from home. The facility's efforts to make residents feel special and not forgotten are particularly valued.

    Conclusion: The facility is highly recommended for its exceptional care, especially for veterans and their spouses. The staff's professionalism, the quality of care, and the facility's environment contribute to a positive living experience for residents.


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    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 1
    Health inspection rating: 2
    Staffing rating: 1
    Quality measure rating: 3
    Long-term quality measure rating: 3


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Dec. 31, 1997
    Ownership type: Government
    Provider type: Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 120
    Total current residents: 74
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2019-09-03 2019-09-06 D Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2019-09-03 2019-09-06 D Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2019-09-03 2019-09-20 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2019-09-03 2019-09-06 E Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2019-09-03 2019-09-03 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2019-09-03 2019-09-03 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2019-08-06 2019-09-27 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
    2018-09-05 2018-10-07 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2017-02-07 2017-02-22 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2017-02-07 2017-02-09 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2019-08-06 2019-09-27 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2019-08-06 2019-09-27 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2019-08-06 2019-09-27 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
    2019-08-06 2019-09-27 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2019-08-06 2019-09-27 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2019-08-06 2019-09-27 F Administration Deficiencies Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations and emergencies.
    2019-08-06 2019-09-27 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-07 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-07 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-16 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-07 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-07 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-07 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-08 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-07 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-07 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-07 F Administration Deficiencies Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
    2018-08-09 2018-10-07 F Environmental Deficiencies Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
    2017-01-09 2017-03-16 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2017-01-09 2017-03-16 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Keep each resident free from physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
    2017-01-09 2017-03-16 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide activities to meet the interests and needs of each resident.
    2017-01-09 2017-03-16 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
    2017-01-09 2017-03-16 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores.
    2017-01-09 2017-03-16 D Environmental Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.
    2017-01-09 2017-03-16 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.
    2017-01-09 2017-03-16 E Environmental Deficiencies Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Westminster which is 0.9 miles away and has a population of 113,130 (small city).
    • The average income is $43,605, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 68
      • Low Temperature: 24
      • Average Temperature: 46.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 104 days of rain, 66 days of snow and 194 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.8 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.4 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Safeway
    3.0 miles away
    First Choice Market
    3.2 miles away
    Charlie's Market
    11.7 miles away
    Valley Market
    23.7 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Greyhound
    3.2 miles away

    Banks

    First National Bank in Trinidad
    3.1 miles away
    Community Banks of Colorado
    3.1 miles away
    Ent Credit Union: Rye Service Center
    22.8 miles away

    None Found

    Pharmacies

    Valley Health Mart Pharmacy
    23.7 miles away

    Dentists

    Iconic Dental
    3.2 miles away

    Parks

    People's Park
    2.5 miles away
    Railroad Park
    11.6 miles away
    La Veta
    11.7 miles away
    Spanish Peaks Wilderness Area
    12.9 miles away
    Greenhorn Mountain Wilderness Area
    15.7 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Culture

    Space Art Gallery
    11.7 miles away
    Francisco Center for the Performing Arts
    11.7 miles away

    Restaurants

    H&H Cafe
    2.4 miles away
    Aly's Fireside Cafe
    11.9 miles away
    Mission Deli Mesa Steak House
    12.0 miles away
    Timbers
    21.2 miles away
    Viktorios Pizzeria and Full Service Bar
    23.8 miles away

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