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Uptown Health Care Center

745 East 18Th Ave., Denver, CO 80203

Nursing Home Hospice Respite Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $7,655

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $8,038
  • Average State Price: $8,108
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Uptown Health Care Center Description

    Uptown Health Care Center is a community that offers nursing care, hospice, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in Denver, 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 7.8 out of 10 making it the 54th highest rated community in the city out of 9 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 4 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
    Uptown Health Care Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 31 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 56 out of 91 communities in Denver
  • Ranking in State: 396 out of 666 communities in CO
  • Facility and Grounds A

    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 the senior living facility present a mixed picture of experiences. Many reviewers praise the staff for being attentive, respectful, and making residents feel at home. The facility is described as clean, with a focus on encouraging residents to live fulfilling lives. The staff is commended for being friendly, helpful, and going out of their way for residents. There's a notable mention of the facility's successful handling of COVID-19, with no cases reported, attributed to strict adherence to CDC guidelines.

    Some reviewers have shared positive personal experiences, mentioning that their family members received great care, including a successful transition to a memory care facility for one resident. The facility is also described as a great place to work by someone who has been associated with it through an agency.

    However, there are negative reviews as well. One review bluntly states it's "not a good place," while another criticizes the facility's appearance, comparing it to a homeless shelter with issues like dirtiness, holes in the wall, and broken furniture. Another review simply advises potential clients to be wary of the place.

    Despite the mixed feedback, some staff members, like those at the front desk, receive individual praise for their welcoming and great service, though specific personal details are not included in this summary.

    Overall, the reviews suggest that while many have had positive experiences with the care and staff at the facility, there are concerns about its physical condition and overall environment that potential residents and their families may want to consider.


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    Health

    Occupational Therapy

    Speech and Language Therapy

    Respiratory Therapy

    On-Site Physician Services

    Telemedicine Options

    Diabetic Care and Management Strategies


    Services

    Secure Environment

    Long Term Nursing Care

    Skilled Rehabilitation Focusing on the Geriatric Psychiatric Population


    Activities

    Yoga

    Recreation Room

    Wellness

    Aromatherapy

    Tai Chi

    Behavioral Health


    Community Amenities

    Outdoor Courtyard

    Comfortable Lounges

    Beauty and Barber Shop


    Room Amenities

    Wireless Internet Access

    Guest Rooms

    Therapy Room


    Dining

    Available In-Room Dining


    Transportation

    Transportation from Local Hospitals and to Physician Appointments



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 4
    Health inspection rating: 4
    Staffing rating: 4
    Quality measure rating: 4
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: July 1, 1993
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 79
    Total current residents: 73
    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.

    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 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
    2022-09-22 2022-10-24 E Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2022-09-22 2022-10-24 D Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2022-09-22 2022-10-24 E Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2022-09-22 2022-10-24 E Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-09-22 2022-10-24 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2019-09-17 2019-09-20 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2019-09-17 2019-09-20 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2019-09-17 2019-09-25 F Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2019-09-17 2019-11-05 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2018-08-21 2018-09-05 D 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.
    2018-08-21 2018-09-05 D Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2018-08-21 2018-09-30 D Smoke Deficiencies Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
    2018-08-21 2018-09-01 D Smoke Deficiencies Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
    2018-08-21 2018-09-07 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
    2018-08-21 2018-09-05 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2018-08-21 2018-09-30 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
    2018-08-21 2018-09-05 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-08-25 2022-09-16 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.
    2022-08-25 2022-08-30 F Infection Control Deficiencies Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
    2019-08-29 2019-09-19 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.
    2019-08-29 2019-09-19 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
    2019-08-29 2019-10-09 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
    2019-08-29 2019-09-19 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
    2019-08-29 2019-09-19 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.
    2019-08-29 2019-09-19 D 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.
    2019-08-29 2019-09-19 D Administration Deficiencies Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
    2019-08-29 2019-09-19 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2019-08-29 2019-09-19 E Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
    2018-08-09 2018-09-01 D Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
    2018-08-09 2018-09-04 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.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2020-07-14 $37,421

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Denver which is 0.5 miles away and has a population of 682,545 (medium sized city).
    • The average income is $69,769, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 76
      • Low Temperature: 33
      • Average Temperature: 53.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 101 days of rain, 49 days of snow and 213 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.0 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 34.1 years old, low compared to other cities.
    • 4.3% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 16.59% 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, 3% Asian, 8% Black or African-American, 23% Hispanic or Latino, and 62% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 11.05 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.88 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 8.03 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.47 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.52 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 152.0, Moderate Days 122.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 7.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Marczyk Fine Foods
    0.1 miles away
    Safeway
    0.3 miles away
    Natural Grocers
    0.4 miles away
    Pacific Mercantile
    0.9 miles away
    King Soopers
    1.0 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    E 17th Ave & Clarkson St
    0.1 miles away
    E 17th Ave & Pearl St
    0.2 miles away
    Ogden St & E 17th Ave
    0.2 miles away
    E 18th Ave & Downing St
    0.2 miles away
    Downing St & E 18th Ave
    0.2 miles away

    Banks

    Bank of Denver
    0.1 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    0.3 miles away
    UMB Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Bank of Colorado
    0.5 miles away
    Credit Union of Colorado
    0.5 miles away

    Hospitals

    SCL Health Saint Joseph Hospital
    0.4 miles away
    Children's Hospital Colorado Uptown Denver
    0.5 miles away
    Presbyterian / Saint Luke's Medical Center
    0.5 miles away
    Kindred Hospital Denver
    0.7 miles away
    Fillmore Building
    1.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.2 miles away
    Saint Joseph Clinic Pharmacy
    0.3 miles away
    Denver Drug and Liquor
    0.4 miles away
    Avella Specialty Pharmacy
    0.5 miles away
    King Soopers Pharmacy
    1.0 miles away

    Dentists

    Heather Stamm, DDS
    0.2 miles away
    Bottenbley Cecil J DMD
    0.4 miles away
    Howard Dental Center
    0.5 miles away
    Dr. Paul L. Legg, DDS
    0.5 miles away
    Happy Teeth
    0.6 miles away

    Parks

    Benedict Fountain Park
    0.2 miles away
    North Capitol Hill
    0.3 miles away
    City Park West
    0.3 miles away
    Dominick Park
    0.4 miles away
    Sonny Lawson Park
    0.5 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Unity Temple of Pratical Christianity
    0.8 miles away

    Shopping

    Cherry Creek Shopping Center
    2.2 miles away
    Northfield
    5.0 miles away
    Stanley Marketplace
    5.3 miles away
    University Hills West
    5.5 miles away
    University Hills Plaza
    5.5 miles away

    Culture

    Ceramics In the City
    0.1 miles away
    Cleo Parker Robinson Dance
    0.2 miles away
    Avenue Theater
    0.2 miles away
    Fillmore Auditorium
    0.3 miles away
    Ogden Theatre
    0.3 miles away

    Restaurants

    Beast and Bottle Restaurant
    0.1 miles away
    Walter's Pizzeria
    0.1 miles away
    WaterCourse Foods
    0.1 miles away
    The Avenue Grille
    0.1 miles away
    La Pasadita Inn
    0.2 miles away

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