Walbridge Memorial Convalescent Wing
100 Pioneers Medical Center Dr · Meeker, CO · 81641 · 9708785047
30 certified beds Government - Hospital district
Why this verdict
- 4 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.03 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.51 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.49 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $29,981 |
Inspection citations (24 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
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.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected January 5, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected January 5, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 5, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected January 5, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F December 11, 2025
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 January 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 11, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 10, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G December 14, 2023
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected January 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected January 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 2023
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected January 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected January 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected January 12, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 14, 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 January 12, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 14, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 12, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2023
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected January 12, 2024 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G August 25, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 23, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 25, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 23, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 25, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 23, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2022
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 23, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2022
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected September 23, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 25, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 23, 2022 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 14, 2023 | Fine | $29,981 |
Better-scoring options nearby
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065264 · certified since December 1, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.