Colorado Springs, CO · 34 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Colorado Springs's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,320–$12,520/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Liberty Heights
12205 Gunstock Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80921 · El Paso County
4.0CMS overall rating(719) 481-9494
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (38 of 42 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Colorado Springs
Liberty Heights is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Colorado Springs, CO, with 42 certified beds and an average of about 38 residents per day. It operates as part of the Senior Lifestyle network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.36 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.19 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 20.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $39,035 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.36 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •13 deficiencies at last survey
- •$39,035 in federal fines
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Colorado Springs for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 42
- Avg. residents/day
- 38
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Senior Lifestyle
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 065305
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,320–$12,520/mo (median $10,600) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,860–$7,810/mo (median $5,740) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Colorado Springs prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.36
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.19
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 20.9%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 13
- Federal fines
- 1 ($39,035)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-16
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2026-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2026-01-07Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
2025-07-16Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-07-16Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-07-16Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-07-16Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
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 …
2025-07-16Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-07 | Fine | $39,035 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
12205 Gunstock Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Liberty Heights
How much does Liberty Heights cost?
Liberty Heights does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Colorado Springs, CO area typically runs $9,320–$12,520 per month (median $10,600, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Liberty Heights's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Liberty Heights 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Liberty Heights?
Staff provide about 4.36 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 20.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Liberty Heights?
Liberty Heights has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-16). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Liberty Heights have availability?
Typically 90% full (38 of 42 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Liberty Heights offer?
Liberty Heights in Colorado Springs, CO offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 42 beds.
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