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HomeColoradoSunny Vista Living Center

Sunny Vista Living Center

2445 E Cache La Poudre St, Colorado Springs, CO 809097194718700WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.6on Google(76 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
116
certified

How Sunny Vista Living Center 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
3/5
CO average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
CO average
3.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.87 hrs/day
CO average
3.72 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.60 hrs/day
CO average
0.83 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
26.5%
CO average
47.1%
Lower than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Reported RN time is 0.60 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.83.
Staff turnover is 26.5%, lower 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
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 30, 2023
Most recent cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 24, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation 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
El Paso County 65+
97,399
13.3% of county
County Population
730,323
El Paso County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Sunny Vista Living Center is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Colorado Springs, Colorado with 116 certified beds. It has been operating since 1989. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
116
Avg Residents/Day
110.2
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 1, 1989
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
El Paso
Last Inspection
Jul 24, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6
Weighted Score
44.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (16)

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 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0605Potential for Harm

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Survey: Jul 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: Jul 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Jul 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0742Potential for Harm

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

Survey: Jul 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0699Potential for Harm

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Survey: Sep 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0742Potential for Harm

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

Survey: Sep 4, 2024Corrected: 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: Nov 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Nov 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0813Potential for Harm

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Survey: Nov 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 11, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 11, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Aug 11, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: Aug 11, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Aug 11, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.28 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.99 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.60 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.87 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.72 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.05 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
26.5%
RN Turnover
31.3%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (5)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
SUNNY VISTA LIVING CENTER5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jan 1, 1966
CAPPELLA LIVING SOLUTIONSOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ANov 15, 2024
TROUT, JEFFREYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 15, 2024
CAPPELLA LIVING SOLUTIONSADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ANov 15, 2024
TROUT, JEFFREYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 23, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Sunny Vista Living Center and nearby alternatives.

All Colorado facilities
Sunny Vista Living Center
Colorado Springs, COCurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Advanced Health Care of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO4,752 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO1.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $45,171
Medallion Post Acute Rehabilitation
Colorado Springs, CO1.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $86,723
Pikes Peak Post Acute
Colorado Springs, CO1.8 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $89,318
Fountain View Rehabilitation and Nursing LLC
Colorado Springs, CO1.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Colonial Rehabilitation and Nursing, LLC
Colorado Springs, CO2.3 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $24,453
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Sunny Vista Living Center
Colorado Springs, CO · Current facility
—3/53/54/5None recorded
Advanced Health Care of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
4,752 ft5/55/53/5None recorded
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
1.1 mi5/54/55/5$45,171
Medallion Post Acute Rehabilitation
Colorado Springs, CO
1.2 mi1/52/51/5$86,723
Pikes Peak Post Acute
Colorado Springs, CO
1.8 mi1/51/53/5$89,318
Fountain View Rehabilitation and Nursing LLC
Colorado Springs, CO
1.9 mi3/53/52/5None recorded
Colonial Rehabilitation and Nursing, LLC
Colorado Springs, CO
2.3 mi1/52/51/5$24,453

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 Sunny Vista Living Center?▾
Sunny Vista Living Center has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Sunny Vista Living Center 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). Sunny Vista Living Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Sunny Vista Living Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Sunny Vista Living Center had 6 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 24, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Sunny Vista Living Center?▾
Sunny Vista Living Center provides 3.87 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.60 RN hours, 0.99 LPN hours, and 2.28 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 26.5%.
How many beds does Sunny Vista Living Center have?▾
Sunny Vista Living Center has 116 certified beds with an average of 110.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 95% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Sunny Vista Living Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Colorado, including 6 in Colorado Springs. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Sunny Vista Living Center?▾
On Google Maps, Sunny Vista Living Center has a rating of 3.6 out of 5 based on 76 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.