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Center at Centennial, the

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise highly effective physical and occupational therapy. Still worth an in-person visit.

3490 Centennial Blvd, West Colorado Springs · Colorado Springs, CO 8090780 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: CO CDPHE — view official record
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.6/5

based on 104 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

The facility is an excellent choice for short-term physical and occupational therapy, as the therapy team is consistently praised. However, families must be highly involved; do not rely on the facility for 24/7 nursing oversight. We strongly recommend visiting frequently to monitor call light response times and medication administration.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

104 reviews on Google
The Center at Centennial receives polarized feedback, with many families praising the modern, clean facility and the effectiveness of the physical and occupational therapy teams. However, a significant number of reviewers report serious concerns regarding chronic understaffing, slow response times for call lights, and inconsistent nursing care that has led to preventable medical complications for some residents. Families should be aware that while the environment is physically appealing, the quality of care can vary drastically depending on the shift and individual staff attention.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff4.0Clean8.0Activities7.0Meds2.0Memory2.0Comms3.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Highly effective physical and occupational therapy
  • Modern, clean, and well-maintained facility
  • Spacious private rooms
  • Friendly and professional reception staff

Concerns

  • Chronic understaffing leading to slow call light response times (mentioned by 11 reviewers)
  • Inconsistent or negligent nursing care and medication management (mentioned by 8 reviewers)
  • Poor communication from management and medical staff regarding patient status (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
  • Poor food quality and dietary management (mentioned by 6 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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2343.02021(10)3.32022(6)3.92023(27)4.02024(23)3.42025(31)3.42026(9)

Distribution · 106 analyzed

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13 reviews posted between Oct 11, 2023Oct 13, 2023 · 13 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the facility's focus on physical and occupational therapy, how do you integrate these services into a resident's daily routine to ensure they stay active?
  • 2I noticed some concerns regarding call light response times; could you explain your current process for ensuring residents receive timely assistance when they need help?
  • 3How does your nursing team coordinate with families to ensure clear, consistent communication regarding a resident's health status and medication changes?
  • 4Could you walk me through your protocol for managing medication administration to ensure accuracy and safety for residents?
  • 5What steps are being taken to improve the dining experience and ensure that dietary needs are consistently met for all residents?
  • 6Since the facility has a 5-star CMS rating but some feedback mentions staffing challenges, what is your approach to maintaining high-quality care during peak hours?

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Key Review Excerpts

The Physical Therapy and Speech Therapy was great, but care from the nurses IS HORRIBLE! It's not their family, they don't care.

Long-term resident's family · 2022☆☆☆☆

Loved ones can ring the bell for help of one sort or another and wait 45 minutes, believe me it happened very day my son was there.

Long-term resident's family · 2023☆☆☆☆

The building and living areas are clean. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The food is good for the most part with a decent variety. If you do your part the staff will get you out of here sooner.

Rehab patient · 2025★★★★★
Source: 104 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
1.06hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.36hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
53%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
69%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 3 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

3

measures

Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility94.9%
Better than Avg
Here
94.9%
US
81.8%
CO
76.3%
El paso
82.8%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility94.1%
Better than Avg
Here
94.1%
US
79.7%
CO
75.6%
El paso
82.2%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.1%
Better than Avg
Here
0.1%
US
1.6%
CO
1.5%
El paso
2.7%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

1deficiencies
Well below state avg (8.8)
6 complaint-triggered

Families have filed complaints that triggered investigations, including recent safety hazards and care quality concerns in July 2024. The facility shows recurring issues with fire safety systems, accident prevention, and infection control across multiple surveys from 2022-2024. While all deficiencies appear corrected, the pattern of repeat violations in safety systems and the recent complaint-triggered deficiency regarding accident hazards suggest ongoing operational challenges that families should discuss during visits.

Oct 23, 2024Routine
8
0291Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0311Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

0324Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0363Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0521Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

0881Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Jul 31, 2024Complaint
2
0689Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Apr 13, 2023Routine
13
0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0912Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0908Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

0923Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.

0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

0689Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0806Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0372Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0927Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.

Apr 13, 2023Complaint
4
0031Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Provide emergency officials' contact information.

0036Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

0037Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Jan 25, 2022Routine
10
0686Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0697Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0886Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0552Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

0561Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0804Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

0806Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment

3total
Jun 10, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Mar 5, 2025Complaint
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Jan 9, 2025Follow-up
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Center at Centennial, the

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Veritas Management Group

Chain Size

15 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 4.3/5 · Rank 7 of 15 (Best)

Ownership & Management

Owners

The Medical Center LLC

Owner · Organization

6%

Key personnel

Lafont, GerardW-2 Managing EmployeeLee, RussellOfficer / DirectorMurdock, MonteOfficer / DirectorSenkoff, AlexanderOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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