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Liberty Heights
12205 Gunstock Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 42 beds, Liberty Heights serves Colorado Springs in El Paso County, Colorado and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1992.
CMS gives it 4 of 5 stars overall, above the Colorado median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 5 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 16 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (13, 2, 1 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 38.1 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 25.0.
CMS lists 1 penalty in the period covered: fines totalling $25K.
Reported nurse staffing is 4.5 hours per resident per day (1.3 RN), above the Colorado median of 3.5; nursing staff turnover is 23.4%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | El Paso Co. median | Colorado median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 16 | 21 | 22 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 38.1 | 25.0 | 25.0 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 4.5 | 3.5 | 3.5 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 23.4% | 54.0% | 46.7% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $25,373 | $9,110 | $10,033 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (20 in the county, 210 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Colorado average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 16 Jul 2025, 13 Sep 2023.
Severity mix: J ×1 D ×11 E ×2 F ×2
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Apr 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 May 2026 |
| 15 Apr 2026 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Mar 2026 |
| 7 Jan 2026 | F0805 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | J | Complaint investigation | 26 Jan 2026 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 15 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 15 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Standard survey | 15 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0700 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | E | Standard survey | 15 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 15 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 15 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 15 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0688 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 15 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 15 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0807 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. | D | Standard survey | 15 Aug 2025 |
| 13 Sep 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 4 Nov 2023 |
| 13 Sep 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 13 Nov 2023 |
| 19 Dec 2019 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 21 Jan 2020 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Jan 2026 | Fine | $25,373 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Colorado average. Turnover: nursing staff 23.4%, RNs 0.0%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Colorado median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 15.5% | 11.1% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 2.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.0% | 3.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 2.1% | 3.0% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 0.0% | 18.8% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Ga Hc Reit Ii Liberty Trs Sub, Llc. Chain: Senior Lifestyle (4 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ccrc Ops Mb1-T LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/03/2014 |
| Blackrock, Inc. | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/01/2023 |
| J.P. Morgan Investment Management, Inc. | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/01/2023 |
| Ventas Ssl, Inc. | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/01/2023 |
| Ventas, Inc. | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/01/2023 |
| Vtr Shi Trs, LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/01/2023 |
| Vtr Shi Venture, LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/01/2023 |
| Sl Liberty Heights LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2014 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in El Paso County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Health Care of Colorado Springs | Colorado Springs | 34 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 5.9 | — | 16 Mar 2023 |
| Brookdale Skyline | Colorado Springs | 82 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 20.7 | $9K | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Center At Centennial, The | Colorado Springs | 80 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 20 | 25.0 | — | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Gardens, The | Colorado Springs | 45 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 6.7 | — | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Life Care Center of Colorado Springs | Colorado Springs | 121 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 8.3 | $32K | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Bear Creek Senior Living | Colorado Springs | 45 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 11 | 24.4 | $7K | 11 Feb 2026 |
| The Center At Cordera | Colorado Springs | 80 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 35 | 43.8 | $9K | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Fountain View Rehabilitation and Nursing LLC | Colorado Springs | 90 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 17 | 18.9 | — | 28 Jan 2026 |
All 20 facilities in El Paso County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Liberty Heights been cited for?
16 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 1 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Colorado median is 22 per facility.
Has Liberty Heights been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $25K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Liberty Heights compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 4.5 hours per resident per day against a Colorado median of 3.5 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Liberty Heights?
It is part of the Senior Lifestyle chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Ccrc Ops Mb1-T LLC, Blackrock, Inc. and J.P. Morgan Investment Management, Inc.. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Liberty Heights last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 15 Apr 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 16 Jul 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.