Heritage Park Care Center
Nursing Home · Carbondale, CO
CMS certification number065237
Contact & location
1200 Village RDCarbondale, CO 81623
Garfield County
- Phone
- (970) 963-1500
- ZIP code
- 81623 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 90
- Residents per day
- 40.2 (45% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- Heritage Park Operations LLC
- Chain
- Life Care Centers of America (194 facilities, avg 3.4★)
- Medicare certified since
- December 1, 1987
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 3.66 (state 3.72 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.89 (state 0.82 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.76 (state 0.68 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.02 (state 2.22 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 3.20 (state 3.30 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.6 (state 47.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 45.5 (state 44.6 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- August 29, 2024
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 17.0 (state 8.6 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 1
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 28 health · 23 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-29 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. F0867 · Administration Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. F0685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | 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. F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. F0730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | 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. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. F0947 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2024-08-29 | Post nurse staffing information every day. F0732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-26 |
| 2023-02-09 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2023-03-31 |
| 2023-02-09 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-11 |
| 2023-02-09 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-31 |
| 2023-02-09 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. F0744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-31 |
| 2023-02-09 | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. F0886 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-11 |
| 2023-02-09 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-03-31 |
| 2021-10-26 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-12-17 |
| 2021-10-26 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-12-12 |
| 2021-10-26 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-12-12 |
| 2021-10-26 | 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. F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-12-12 |
| 2021-10-26 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2021-12-12 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years, including $25,990 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-29 | Fine | $25,990 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Medical Investors LLC (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Brink, Crystal (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Colorado Medical Investors LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Life Care Centers of America, INC. (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Oravec, Robert (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Preston, Forrest (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Cross, Cindy (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Henry, Terry (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Lay, Lisa (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Swanker, Richard (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Thurmond, Joan (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Preston, Forrest (individual) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Brink, Crystal (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Cox, Samantha (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Schmidt, Derek (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Brink, Crystal (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Cox, Samantha (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Developers Investment Company INC (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Fletcher, Todd (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Life Care Centers of America, INC. (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Oravec, Robert (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Preston, Aubrey (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Schmidt, Derek (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Ziegler, James (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Heritage Park Care Center?
Heritage Park Care Center has a 3-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.1-star average in Colorado.
How many beds does Heritage Park Care Center have?
It has 90 certified beds and cares for about 40 residents per day.
Has Heritage Park Care Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $25,990 in the last three years.
Who owns Heritage Park Care Center?
It is part of Life Care Centers of America and is classified as for profit - corporation. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of Heritage Park Care Center?
(970) 963-1500. The facility is located at 1200 Village RD, Carbondale, CO 81623.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.