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HomeColoradoLakeside Post Acute

Lakeside Post Acute

6270 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 800333034212272WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.9on Google(64 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
78
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
2 fine(s) totaling $14,058

How Lakeside Post Acute Compares in Colorado

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Colorado. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
3/5
CO average
3.1/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
CO average
2.7/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
2/5
CO average
3.1/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.25 hrs/day
CO average
3.72 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.46 hrs/day
CO average
0.83 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
56.5%
CO average
47.1%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Colorado average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.25 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.72.
Reported RN time is 0.46 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.83.
Staff turnover is 56.5%, higher than the Colorado average of 47.1%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
8
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 9, 2023
Most recent cycle
11
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 2, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 3 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$9,581/mo
Colorado median
Private Room
$11,101/mo
Colorado median
Jefferson County 65+
99,108
17.1% of county
County Population
580,519
Jefferson County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Lakeside Post Acute is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Wheat Ridge, Colorado with 78 certified beds. It has been operating since 1990. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
78
Avg Residents/Day
62.1
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 26, 1990
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Jefferson
Last Inspection
Jul 2, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11
Weighted Score
70.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (22)

F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Mar 26, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Dec 5, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Actual Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jul 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0921Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Jul 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Jul 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0698Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Jul 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Jul 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

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

Survey: Feb 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0622Potential for Harm

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Survey: Oct 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Feb 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Feb 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Feb 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Feb 9, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Actual Harm

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

Survey: Oct 12, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Oct 12, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 12, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$14,058
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineOct 21, 2024
$4,823
FineFeb 12, 2025
$9,235

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.06 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.72 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.46 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.25 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.94 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
56.5%
RN Turnover
66.7%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (8)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
CENTENNIAL MASTER TENANT, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Oct 11, 2022
PROVIDENCE GROUP NH, LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jun 30, 2023
DERGANCE, JEANNAECONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AApr 1, 2023
MCGINN, MICHELLEW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 20, 2023
APT, FREDERICKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
HANCOCK, MARKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
JERGENSEN, JOSHUACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
MITCHELL, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Lakeside Post Acute and nearby alternatives.

All Colorado facilities
Lakeside Post Acute
Wheat Ridge, COCurrent facilityAbuse flag
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $14,058
Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the
Wheat Ridge, CO2,640 ft
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $46,150
Wheatridge Care Center
Wheat Ridge, CO4,752 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $20,616
Cambridge Care Center
Lakewood, CO1.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,151
Edgewater Health and Rehabilitation
Lakewood, CO1.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Harmony Pointe Care Center
Lakewood, CO1.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Cedars Healthcare Center
Lakewood, CO2.0 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $55,908
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Lakeside Post Acute
Wheat Ridge, CO · Current facility
—3/52/52/5$14,058
Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the
Wheat Ridge, CO
2,640 ft4/53/54/5$46,150
Wheatridge Care Center
Wheat Ridge, CO
4,752 ft3/52/53/5$20,616
Cambridge Care Center
Lakewood, CO
1.9 mi5/54/54/5$8,151
Edgewater Health and Rehabilitation
Lakewood, CO
1.9 mi5/54/54/5None recorded
Harmony Pointe Care Center
Lakewood, CO
1.9 mi3/52/53/5None recorded
Cedars Healthcare Center
Lakewood, CO
2.0 mi2/51/54/5$55,908

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Lakeside Post Acute?▾
Lakeside Post Acute has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Lakeside Post Acute cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Colorado is $9,581/month for a semi-private room and $11,101/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Lakeside Post Acute participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Lakeside Post Acute had any health inspection violations?▾
Lakeside Post Acute had 11 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 2, 2024). The current CMS dataset records 2 fine(s) totaling $14,058.
What are the staffing levels at Lakeside Post Acute?▾
Lakeside Post Acute provides 3.25 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.46 RN hours, 0.72 LPN hours, and 2.06 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 56.5%.
How many beds does Lakeside Post Acute have?▾
Lakeside Post Acute has 78 certified beds with an average of 62.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 80% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Pacs Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Lakeside Post Acute?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Colorado, including 2 in Wheat Ridge. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Lakeside Post Acute?▾
On Google Maps, Lakeside Post Acute has a rating of 2.9 out of 5 based on 64 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

Part of Pacs Group

This chain operates 281 facilities. View all →