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656 Dillon Way, Aurora, CO 80011 · (303) 344-0636 · 105 certified beds
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Open your comparisonCMS overall star rating: this provider 3/5; median among 209 providers with a published value in the same state and provider category: 3/5.
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Per CMS filings, this facility is affiliated with Long Peak Operating Company, a group operating 8 facilities in 1 state. Group record: average rating 2.8/5, 3 abuse citation icons, 0 facilities on the Special Focus list, $81,529 in federal fines. This facility rates above its group average (2.8/5).
Total nurse staffing: 2.93 (Colorado median: 3.49). RN hours: 0.78. Weekend total: 2.48. Nursing staff turnover: 28%.
In the downloaded CMS dataset: 48 deficiency citations. Below: up to 40 most recent citations from 2023 onward (severity letters explained in methodology).
| Survey date | Deficiency | Sev. | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-16 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F | complaint | corrected 2025-12-17 |
| 2025-12-16 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-12-17 |
| 2025-12-16 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-12-17 |
| 2025-08-07 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-08-07 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-08-07 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | D | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-08-07 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-08-07 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-08-07 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-08-07 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-08-07 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. | D | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-08-07 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-08-07 | 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. | D | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-08-07 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | D | Health | corrected 2025-08-28 |
| 2025-03-26 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | E | complaint | corrected 2025-03-27 |
| 2025-03-26 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-03-27 |
| 2025-03-26 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-03-27 |
| 2024-01-24 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | F | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. | F | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | F | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | F | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | 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. | E | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | E | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | E | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | D | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | D | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | D | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
| 2024-01-24 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Health | corrected 2024-01-25 |
No federal fines or payment denials in this downloaded dataset.
| Name | Role | Type | % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS SNF HOLDINGS LLC | 5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | Organization | 100% | since 07/01/2024 |
| LONG PEAK OPCO LLC | Direct Ownership Interest | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/01/2024 |
| HASKELL, CYNTHIA | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/01/2024 |
| KORETKE, MARY | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/01/2024 |
| MOSKOWITZ, JAY | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/01/2024 |
| RASKIN, CHAIM | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/01/2024 |
| VALLE, KARLA | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/01/2024 |
| CAUSEVIC, ERVIN | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/01/2024 |
How to cite this page: CareRecords, “University Heights Care Center — compliance, penalty and ownership record” (CCN 065337), compiled from the CMS Provider Data Catalog, August 2026 release. https://carerecords.org/nursing-home/university-heights-care-center-aurora-co/
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (August 2026 release) — provider file, deficiency file, ownership file, penalty file. CCN 065337. Corrections: data@carerecords.org.