nursing home in Alamosa, CO
Evergreen Nursing Home
1991 Carroll St, Alamosa, CO 81101 · (719) 589-4951
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Evergreen Nursing Home at a glance
Evergreen Nursing Home is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Alamosa, Colorado (Alamosa County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Colorado average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 29, 2024) found 8 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $20,150.
Nursing staff turnover is 30% per year (state average 47.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Centers of America
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1987
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Alamosa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065234
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.34 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.64 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.22 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.71 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30% | 47.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.4% | 44.6% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 58 | 74 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $20,150 | $22,802 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 46 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 77.2% | 80.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.6% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.4% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.1% | 20% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.9% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.5% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.3% | 8.8% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16.9% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.1% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 94.7% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 77.4% | 76.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 5, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 5, 2026 |
| February 5, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 5, 2026 |
| August 29, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 Complaint | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 16, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 16, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 16, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 16, 2024 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0023 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 24, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Establish methods for sharing information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0033 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 16, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 3, 2023 |
| October 21, 2021 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2021 |
| October 21, 2021 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 17, 2021 |
| October 21, 2021 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 8, 2021 |
| October 21, 2021 Fire safety | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0034 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 5, 2021 |
| October 21, 2021 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $20,150 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 5, 2026 | Fine | $20,150 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COLORADO MEDICAL INVESTORS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2000 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/21/2025 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2000 |
| STACK, VINCENT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2025 |
| STIERLE, BRIDGER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2026 |
| FRANCO, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2025 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2017 |
| SMITH, FRANK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/19/2025 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/1996 |
| HENRY, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2018 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| THURMOND, JOAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2000 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/07/1996 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/07/1996 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/07/1996 |
| GUTTIERREZ, YESTLY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/02/2025 |
| SCHMIDT, DEREK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2012 |
| STIERLE, BRIDGER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/29/2025 |
| COLORADO MEDICAL INVESTORS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/1996 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2006 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| GUTTIERREZ, YESTLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/02/2025 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/1996 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| SCHMIDT, DEREK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/18/2012 |
| STACK, VINCENT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2020 |
| STIERLE, BRIDGER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/29/2025 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Evergreen Nursing Home's rating?
Evergreen Nursing Home has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Colorado nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Evergreen Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Evergreen Nursing Home accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Evergreen Nursing Home?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Life Care Centers of America. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Evergreen Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Evergreen Nursing Home is at 1991 Carroll St, Alamosa, CO 81101. Phone: (719) 589-4951.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.