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University Heights

656 Dillon Way, Aurora, CO 80011

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Estimated $7,105

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $7,925
  • Average State Price: $8,108
  • Average National Price: $7,508

    • University Heights Description

    University Heights is a community that offers nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in Aurora, Colorado and is part of the Vivage Senior Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.9 out of 10 making it the 22nd highest rated community in the city out of 37 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 2 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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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    7.8
    University Heights
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 48 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 21 out of 38 communities in Aurora
  • Ranking in State: 406 out of 666 communities in CO

    • Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff A

    Employee Reviews

    6.3
    Vivage Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 206 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Colorado

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B

    Review Summary

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

    The reviews for University Heights senior living facility present a mixed picture, with some reviewers praising the facility, staff, and care provided, while others express significant concerns and dissatisfaction.

    • Several reviewers commend the facility for its cleanliness, the professionalism and friendliness of the staff, and the quality of care provided to residents. Positive experiences highlight the facility's efforts to keep residents engaged and happy, even amidst COVID-19 restrictions.
    • Some employees and residents express pride in the improvements and changes made at the facility over time, noting that it is a great place to work or live, with caring staff and a variety of activities.
    • On the other hand, a number of reviews raise serious concerns about the facility, including issues with communication, such as difficulty reaching staff by phone and experiencing unreturned calls. There are also complaints about the quality of food and allegations of neglect and unprofessional behavior by some staff members.
    • One particularly distressing review accuses the facility of severe neglect, lack of security, unprofessional staff behavior, and even admission of elderly abuse by a staff member. This review calls for the facility to be shut down and reported to state authorities.

    In summary, while some find University Heights to be a caring and professional environment for their loved ones, others have had experiences that lead them to question the safety and quality of care provided. Prospective residents and their families may want to consider these varied experiences when making decisions about senior living options.

    Reviews

    Myself F
    Nov. 26, 2022 My Caring Plan Icon

    This prison is a joke, check All sites reviews they are the same reviews they are responded to the same and the higher percentage are written by staff or written by paid off residents and family the ratings for this facility are out dated and to say the least incorrect,This facilitie is on the national nursing home register look it up as well as this place is manged by Vivage Owned by Birch they have many facilities in many states Slot of Shut down due to Death, Abuse, Overdose of meds , Wrong meds, Unattended wounds to server infection that resulted in amputations then results in death there is no 2 hour bed checks for any resident, Residents are left all night in urine socked,💩filled dippers all nite, food is under portion ,hot food is cold,and cold food is warm below serving guidelines there for resulting in food posing,and stomach bacteria 🧫🧪,no CDC cleaning measures of any kind And residents are not fully vaccines,The staff get the doses first then there is Not enough for residents they make residents sing the waiver stating they received the vaccine when they don't,then if residents speak up about this the make false statement to health department saying residents has a community illness in attempt to contain the resident , Because legally they can't detain a resident in any manner.The facility is over run by Rats and the Wednesday meat supise meal is Rat because it's less costly to feed the dogs (residents) rat then to purchase fresh meat or to hier an exterminator

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    Health

    Physical Therapy

    Occupational Therapy

    Speech and Language Therapy

    Respiratory Therapy

    On-Site Physician Services

    Telemedicine Options

    Services

    Home Assessments

    Fast Recovery Focus

    Transitional Care

    Post-Acute Rehabilitation Care

    Activities

    Life Enrichment Programs Seven Days a Week

    Community Amenities

    Beauty and Barber Shop

    Comfortable Common Areas

    Courtyards and Outdoor Living Spaces

    Library

    Room Amenities

    Wireless Internet Access

    Cable Television

    Dining

    Personalized Menus and Meals

    Available In-Room Dining

    Transportation

    Transportation to and from Local Hospitals and Physician Appointments

    Transportation to and from Medical Appointments

    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

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

    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: March 1, 1995
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 90
    Total current residents: 90
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Both

    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 23
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 4
    Total cost of fines: $70432

    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.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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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
    2022-10-26 2022-11-02 D Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2022-10-26 2022-12-02 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.
    2022-10-26 2022-11-28 E Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2022-10-26 2022-11-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-10-26 2022-11-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2021-07-14 2021-07-19 E Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2021-07-14 2021-07-15 E Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2021-07-14 2021-07-23 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
    2019-06-17 2019-07-03 F Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2019-06-17 2019-07-10 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2019-06-17 2019-07-03 F Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2019-06-17 2019-07-24 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 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.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 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.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 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.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
    2022-09-29 2022-09-30 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-06-22 2021-06-23 G Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    2021-06-22 2021-06-23 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2021-06-22 2021-06-23 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-06-22 2021-06-22 G Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 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.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 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.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 F Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2020-09-18 2020-10-22 D Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 C Resident Rights Deficiencies Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-28 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2019-05-21 2019-06-21 F Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2018-07-03 $6,503
    2020-09-18 $52,068
    2021-06-22 $4,935
    2021-08-13 $9,750
    2022-09-29 $3,679

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Aurora which is 0.7 miles away and has a population of 359,407 (small city).
    • The average income is $40,635, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 78
      • Low Temperature: 32
      • Average Temperature: 54.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 68 days of rain, 40 days of snow and 255 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.8 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 34.2 years old, low compared to other cities.
    • 7.01% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 18.34% of the population are Foreign-born which is a average percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 5% Asian, 13% Black or African-American, 24% Hispanic or Latino, and 54% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 8.66 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.87 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.61 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.24 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.71 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 155.0, Moderate Days 109.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 12.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    King Soopers
    1.1 miles away
    Save-A-Lot
    1.4 miles away
    Lek's Asian Market
    1.5 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.7 miles away
    Sam's Club
    1.8 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Sable Blvd & E 6th Ave Frontage Road
    0.1 miles away
    E 6th Ave & Dillon Way
    0.1 miles away
    Sable Blvd & E 6th Ave
    0.1 miles away
    E 6th Ave & Sable Blvd
    0.1 miles away
    E 6th Ave & Billings St
    0.2 miles away

    Banks

    Aurora Schools Federal Credit Union
    0.4 miles away
    Rocky Mountain Law Enforcement Federal Credit Union
    0.6 miles away
    Chase
    1.0 miles away
    Bellco Credit Union
    1.0 miles away
    Westerra Credit Union
    1.0 miles away

    Hospitals

    The Medical Center of Aurora-North Campus
    0.4 miles away
    Kindred Hospital Aurora
    0.4 miles away
    HealthOne Spalding Rehabilitation Hospital
    0.5 miles away
    Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center (RMR VAMC)
    1.1 miles away
    Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora
    1.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Target Pharmacy
    0.8 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.0 miles away
    Outpatient Pharmacy
    1.6 miles away
    Atrium Pharmacy
    1.6 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    1.7 miles away

    Dentists

    Small Smiles Dental
    0.2 miles away
    City Place Modern Dentistry & Orthodontics
    0.8 miles away
    Clyde Bowden DDS
    1.1 miles away
    Kids Choice
    1.1 miles away
    Dental Center (Dr Phillip Hom)
    1.5 miles away

    Parks

    Aurora
    0.5 miles away
    City Center Park
    0.9 miles away
    Apache Mesa Park
    1.0 miles away
    Bicentennial Park
    1.0 miles away
    Hoops Park
    1.1 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Unity Temple of Pratical Christianity
    7.8 miles away

    Shopping

    Aurora Mall
    1.3 miles away
    Base Exchange/Commissary
    1.8 miles away
    Stanley Marketplace
    3.6 miles away
    Northfield
    5.2 miles away
    Cherry Creek Shopping Center
    7.1 miles away

    Culture

    Larry D. Carter Theater
    1.0 miles away
    Aurora Fox Arts Center
    3.0 miles away
    Vintage Theater
    3.1 miles away
    The Hangar at Stanley
    3.6 miles away
    The Soiled Dove Underground
    4.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Denny's
    0.2 miles away
    Pho 888 Vietnamese Noodle & Grill
    0.2 miles away
    Sabor Mexican Grill
    1.0 miles away
    Tacos Tijuana
    1.0 miles away
    Atlanta Bread Co.
    1.0 miles away

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