nursing home in Littleton, CO
Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center
5822 S Lowell Way, Littleton, CO 80123 · (303) 798-2497
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center is a 35-bed for-profit nursing home in Littleton, Colorado (Arapahoe County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Colorado average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 19, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Colorado average is 8.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $7,781.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 35
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Arapahoe County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065320
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.56 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.02 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.05 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.07 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 18 | 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) | $7,781 | $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 | 35 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 33 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94% | 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) | 0% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.4% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 20% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.6% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.2% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 0% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.6% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 11% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.4% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| 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) | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.3% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 76.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 19, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2026 |
| October 3, 2024 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 October 21, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 21, 2024 |
| October 3, 2024 Complaint | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 21, 2024 |
| January 9, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 28, 2024 |
| January 9, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 28, 2024 |
| January 9, 2024 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 28, 2024 |
| September 7, 2023 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 26, 2023 |
| September 14, 2022 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2022 |
| September 14, 2022 Standard | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2022 |
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 $7,781 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 3, 2024 | Fine | $7,781 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARETRUST GP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2009 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2009 |
| HORTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/08/2025 |
| JORGENSEN, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/08/2025 |
| LOWELL HEALTH HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2009 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2002 |
| PORT, BARRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| DUNYON, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| JORGENSEN, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| SATO, AMI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| HORTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2016 |
| JORGENSEN, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2009 |
| SATO, AMI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| HORTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2016 |
| JORGENSEN, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2009 |
| ONSHIFT INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2009 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center has 5 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 Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center 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 Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center is at 5822 S Lowell Way, Littleton, CO 80123. Phone: (303) 798-2497.
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.