SeniorCareRanked
Colorado/DENVER
97
Excellent

BERKLEY MANOR CARE CENTER

735 S LOCUST ST, DENVER, CO 80224
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

BERKLEY MANOR CARE CENTER is a 118-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in DENVER, Colorado. It has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 97 out of 100, placing it above average for quality and safety. Staff turnover is 8.5%. This facility has received 1 fine(s) totaling $17,160. 9 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score97/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating5/5 stars (↑ Better than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.9 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.83 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover9% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies9 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 1 fine(s) totaling $17,160
  • 1 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.9
RN hours/resident/day0.83
Staff turnover8.5%
RN turnover27.3%

Facility Information

Beds118
Avg residents72.3
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainLIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA
Deficiencies (last inspection)9
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting BERKLEY MANOR CARE CENTER

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

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Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

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Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

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Count staff vs. residents during your visit

BERKLEY MANOR CARE CENTER reports 3.9 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

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Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 8.5% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

9 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.