nursing home in Westminster, CO

Life Care Center of Westminster

7751 Zenobia Ct, Westminster, CO 80030 · (303) 412-9121

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • 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

Life Care Center of Westminster at a glance

Life Care Center of Westminster is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Westminster, Colorado (Adams County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Colorado average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (May 1, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.

Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $47,398.

Nursing staff turnover is 52.3% per year (state average 47.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
120
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Life Care Centers of America
Medicare-certified since
May 20, 1997
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Adams County
CMS Certification Number
065358

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.2 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.1 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.87 hrsColorado average3.72 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Colorado and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.87 hrs3.72 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.71 hrs0.82 hrs0.69 hrsAverage
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.14 hrs2.21 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.38 hrs3.29 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)52.3%47.1%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)56.3%44.6%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)201Worse

Inspections

This facility11Colorado average9U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Colorado and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)1199Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)223Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)857480.6Worse

Penalties

This facility3Colorado average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Colorado and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)311Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$47,398$22,802$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)311Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds12094107
Average residents per day807586
Occupancy66.6%80.7%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.8%Colorado average3.4%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Colorado and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)2.8%3.4%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)6.7%3.4%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)17.5%20%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)2%1.4%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.4%0.6%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)5.7%13.4%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)7%13.3%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)1.5%4.7%5.2%Better
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)1.6%0.1%0.1%Worse
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)6.3%11.5%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)29.9%21.2%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)86.4%94.7%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)44.6%93.5%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility1.2%Colorado average1.6%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Colorado and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.2%1.6%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)62.4%75.6%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)43.4%76.4%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 29 health deficiencies and 28 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 19, 2026
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected April 10, 2026
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 28, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 2, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure medical gas and vacuum systems have documented maintenance programs.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0907
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 7, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 2, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 28, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 8, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 8, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 8, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 8, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 8, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that sources of ignition are removed from patients receiving respiratory therapy.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0925
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
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.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 8, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 23, 2025
May 1, 2025
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 8, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 29, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 29, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
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 May 29, 2025
May 1, 2025
Complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 29, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2025
May 1, 2025
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2025
November 13, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
June 17, 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 July 17, 2024
August 17, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 7, 2023
August 17, 2023
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 13, 2023
August 17, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 19, 2023
August 17, 2023
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 23, 2023
August 17, 2023
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 19, 2023
August 17, 2023
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 4, 2023
August 17, 2023
Standard
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 September 27, 2023
August 17, 2023
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 17, 2023
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 17, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 17, 2023
Standard
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 17, 2023
Standard
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 17, 2023
Standard
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 17, 2023
Standard
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
May 12, 2022
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 22, 2022
May 12, 2022
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 22, 2022
May 12, 2022
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 22, 2022
May 12, 2022
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 22, 2022
May 12, 2022
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 22, 2022
May 12, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 22, 2022
May 12, 2022
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 22, 2022
May 12, 2022
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 22, 2022
May 12, 2022
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected June 10, 2022
May 12, 2022
Standard
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 10, 2022
May 12, 2022
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 June 10, 2022
May 12, 2022
Standard
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0888
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 10, 2022
May 12, 2022
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 10, 2022
May 12, 2022
Standard
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 June 10, 2022
May 12, 2022
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 10, 2022
May 12, 2022
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 10, 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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $47,398 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
March 19, 2026Fine$17,215
May 1, 2025Fine$21,359
June 17, 2024Fine$8,824

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
CROSS, CINDY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/03/1994
THURMOND, JOAN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE09/21/2000
LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC.
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/1997
MURPHY, SEAN
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE12/28/2020

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Frequently asked questions

What is Life Care Center of Westminster's rating?

Life Care Center of Westminster has 3 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 Life Care Center of Westminster receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Life Care Center of Westminster 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 Life Care Center of Westminster?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Life Care Centers of America. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Life Care Center of Westminster and how do I contact it?

Life Care Center of Westminster is at 7751 Zenobia Ct, Westminster, CO 80030. Phone: (303) 412-9121.

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.