SeniorCareRanked
Colorado/DENVER
47
Poor

CENTER AT LOWRY, LLC

8550 E LOWRY BLVD, DENVER, CO 80230
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

CENTER AT LOWRY, LLC is a 96-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in DENVER, Colorado. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 47 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 50%. This facility has received 1 fine(s) totaling $17,933. 8 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score47/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day4.7 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day1.14 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover50% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies8 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • Most recent health inspection more than 2 years ago
  • 1 fine(s) totaling $17,933
  • 1 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day4.7
RN hours/resident/day1.14
Staff turnover50%
RN turnover50%

Facility Information

Beds96
Avg residents75.1
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
Deficiencies (last inspection)8
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting CENTER AT LOWRY, LLC

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

CENTER AT LOWRY, LLC reports 4.7 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 50% — near the national average. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

8 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.