Cherrelyn Healthcare Center
Littleton, CO · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 065203) · 190 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 2
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (303) 798-8686 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Cherrelyn Healthcare Center has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Colorado state average of 3.13. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 2 stars.
Cherrelyn Healthcare Center reports 2.99 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.60 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 2 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 36.2%.
Cherrelyn Healthcare Center has no federal fines on record and zero payment denials according to CMS. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently listed in the Special Focus program.
About this facility
Cherrelyn Healthcare Center is a for-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Littleton, Arapahoe County, Colorado, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since 1984. The facility maintains 190 certified beds with an average daily census of 179.3 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Cherrelyn holds an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Colorado state average of 3.13. Its four component ratings are: Health Inspection 4 stars, Quality Measures 3 stars, and Staffing 2 stars.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours of 2.99 per resident per day, including 0.60 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 36.2%.
On the penalty record, CMS reports zero federal fines (no federal fines on record) and zero payment denials for this facility.
Cherrelyn Healthcare Center is part of the Stellar Senior Living chain, which operates 7 facilities with an average chain rating of 2.3 stars, notably lower than this facility's own 4-star overall rating. There has been no ownership change reported in the past 12 months, so the current ratings reflect the present operator.
Families evaluating this facility for a parent should note the combination of an above-average overall rating alongside a lower staffing star and elevated turnover figure, and are encouraged to review the full inspection record on Medicare Care Compare. Data reflect the most recent CMS Care Compare release.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Cherrelyn Healthcare Center has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Colorado state average of 3.13.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse hours are 2.99 per resident per day, with 0.60 RN hours per resident per day, and a staffing star rating of 2. Nursing turnover is 36.2%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS reports zero fines and zero payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, the data provided do not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus program status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility has 190 certified beds with an average daily census of 179.3 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Stellar Senior Living chain, which operates 7 facilities with an average rating of 2.3 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since December 27, 1984.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Health Inspection (4 stars), Quality Measures (3 stars), Staffing (2 stars), and an Overall rating (4 stars) that combines these components.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided do not specify service lines; contact the facility at 3037988686 and verify current offerings on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided do not cover tour details; contact the facility at 3037988686 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most up-to-date record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/065203?state=CO.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.