Hope Springs Care Center
1043 Ridge St · Montrose, CO · 81401 · 9702499683
74 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Recover-Care Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $21,808 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
61% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.20 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.81 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.96 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 9 · $87,079 |
Inspection citations (35 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G December 10, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G December 10, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 10, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F December 10, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected December 26, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E November 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 26, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 26, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected November 9, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 25, 2023
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected June 14, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2023
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.
Corrected June 14, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E May 25, 2023
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected August 21, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected June 14, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2023
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected June 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected June 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 25, 2023
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected June 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 25, 2023
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.
Corrected June 14, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 25, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected June 14, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 25, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected July 7, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 25, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 24, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| December 10, 2024 | Fine | $21,808 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $14,814 |
| January 8, 2024 | Fine | $4,938 |
| January 2, 2024 | Fine | $4,587 |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $13,762 |
| November 20, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| November 13, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| November 6, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 17, 2023 | Fine | $13,409 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065195 · certified since September 27, 1984. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.