COLORADO VETERANS COMMUNITY LIVING CTR AT HOMELAKE

Colorado Veterans Community Living Center at Homelake is a state government-owned skilled nursing facility located at 3749 Sherman Ave in Monte Vista, Colorado (Rio Grande County), ZIP code 81144. The facility operates 60 certified beds and holds dual certification for both Medicare and Medicaid. It serves as a specialized residential care resource for veterans in the region. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated using three primary domains. The health inspection rating stands at 5 out of 5, reflecting outcomes from state and federal inspections conducted at the facility. The staffing rating is also 5 out of 5, which accounts for nurse staffing levels relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is 3 out of 5, which represents the facility's performance on a set of clinical quality indicators drawn from resident assessment data. Each domain is weighted in the calculation of the overall rating, and the overall score represents a composite view of facility performance across all three areas. Colorado Veterans Community Living Center at Homelake is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is able to accept residents whose care is funded through either federal program. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing or rehabilitation stays following a qualifying hospital admission, while Medicaid may cover longer-term residential care for eligible individuals who meet income and asset criteria. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly at 719-852-5118 to discuss specific coverage questions and admission requirements. As a state government-operated facility, it is designated to serve Colorado veterans. When compared against national averages, this facility presents a mixed profile. The overall 5-star rating places it well above the national average of 3.0 stars. Both the health inspection and staffing domain ratings exceed national norms, while the quality measure rating of 3 stars aligns with the national average for that specific domain. The facility's 60-bed capacity is smaller than many larger urban nursing facilities, and its state government ownership reflects its specialized mission serving the veteran population of Colorado. Individuals seeking additional information about this facility may contact it directly or consult publicly available CMS Care Compare data for further detail on inspection reports and staffing metrics.