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Compare Nursing Homes around Aurora (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
| The Springs at St Andrew‘s Village |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Aurora (Heather Gardens) | 58
Facility
58
CO AVG
76
Rank
#325 / 533 |
60.3%
Facility
60.3%
CO AVG
76.5%
Rank
#134 / 185 | -21% | 3.50
Facility
3.50
CO AVG
3.86
Rank
#102 / 177 | +39% | -9% | $0
Facility
$0
CO AVG
$39.2k
Rank
#1 / 182 | 16
Facility
16
CO AVG
24.8
Rank
#46 / 182 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
CO AVG
5.2
Rank
#101 / 182 | 1 | 35 | - |
38
Facility
38
CO AVG
51
Rank
#598 / 872 | David Dunyon | $8.6M
Facility
$8.6M
CO AVG
$11.2M
Rank
#136 / 182 | $4.5M
Facility
$4.5M
CO AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#136 / 182 | 52.3%
Facility
52.3%
CO AVG
46.6%
Rank
#105 / 182 | 65388 | ||||
| Life Care Center of Aurora |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Aurora (Southeast Crossing) | 166
Facility
166
CO AVG
76
Rank
#27 / 533 |
31.9%
Facility
31.9%
CO AVG
76.5%
Rank
#169 / 185 | -58% | 3.95
Facility
3.95
CO AVG
3.86
Rank
#56 / 177 | +17% | +2% | $33.2k
Facility
$33.2k
CO AVG
$39.2k
Rank
#137 / 182 | 28
Facility
28
CO AVG
24.8
Rank
#118 / 182 | 5.6
Facility
5.6
CO AVG
5.2
Rank
#115 / 182 | 2 | 53 | A+ |
41
Facility
41
CO AVG
51
Rank
#570 / 872 | David Strain | $17.4M
Facility
$17.4M
CO AVG
$11.2M
Rank
#34 / 182 | $10.7M
Facility
$10.7M
CO AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#19 / 182 | 61.7%
Facility
61.7%
CO AVG
46.6%
Rank
#47 / 182 | 65332 | ||||
| Garden Terrace at Aurora |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Aurora (South Potomac Street) | 120
Facility
120
CO AVG
76
Rank
#79 / 533 |
77.5%
Facility
77.5%
CO AVG
76.5%
Rank
#87 / 185 | +1% | 4.36
Facility
4.36
CO AVG
3.86
Rank
#30 / 177 | -10% | +13% | $0
Facility
$0
CO AVG
$39.2k
Rank
#1 / 182 | 11
Facility
11
CO AVG
24.8
Rank
#22 / 182 | 2.8
Facility
2.8
CO AVG
5.2
Rank
#26 / 182 | - | 96 | - |
46
Facility
46
CO AVG
51
Rank
#525 / 872 | Jerry Weeter | $12.6M
Facility
$12.6M
CO AVG
$11.2M
Rank
#75 / 182 | $8.2M
Facility
$8.2M
CO AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#46 / 182 | 65.1%
Facility
65.1%
CO AVG
46.6%
Rank
#23 / 182 | 65266 | ||||
| Summit Rehabilitation and Care Community |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Aurora (Sunny Vale) | 110
Facility
110
CO AVG
76
Rank
#108 / 533 |
92.7%
Facility
92.7%
CO AVG
76.5%
Rank
#19 / 185 | +21% | 2.98
Facility
2.98
CO AVG
3.86
Rank
#147 / 177 | +4% | -23% | $0
Facility
$0
CO AVG
$39.2k
Rank
#1 / 182 | 23
Facility
23
CO AVG
24.8
Rank
#94 / 182 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
CO AVG
5.2
Rank
#40 / 182 | 1 | 106 | - |
70
Facility
70
CO AVG
51
Rank
#227 / 872 | - | $17.1M
Facility
$17.1M
CO AVG
$11.2M
Rank
#36 / 182 | $7.4M
Facility
$7.4M
CO AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#64 / 182 | 43.4%
Facility
43.4%
CO AVG
46.6%
Rank
#140 / 182 | 65176 | ||||
| Aviva at Fitzsimons |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Aurora (Morris Heights) | 100
Facility
100
CO AVG
76
Rank
#161 / 533 |
80.2%
Facility
80.2%
CO AVG
76.5%
Rank
#75 / 185 | +5% | 3.04
Facility
3.04
CO AVG
3.86
Rank
#147 / 177 | +51% | -21% | $14.7k
Facility
$14.7k
CO AVG
$39.2k
Rank
#87 / 182 | 28
Facility
28
CO AVG
24.8
Rank
#118 / 182 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
CO AVG
5.2
Rank
#59 / 182 | 3 | 74 | - |
31
Facility
31
CO AVG
51
Rank
#673 / 872 | Kcp Aurora, LLC | $34.9M
Facility
$34.9M
CO AVG
$11.2M
Rank
#4 / 182 | $13.9M
Facility
$13.9M
CO AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#4 / 182 | 39.9%
Facility
39.9%
CO AVG
46.6%
Rank
#160 / 182 | 65430 | ||||
| Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Aurora (Fitzsimons) | 180
Facility
180
CO AVG
76
Rank
#17 / 533 |
70.1%
Facility
70.1%
CO AVG
76.5%
Rank
#117 / 185 | -8% | 5.59
Facility
5.59
CO AVG
3.86
Rank
#11 / 177 | -100% | +45% | $79.5k
Facility
$79.5k
CO AVG
$39.2k
Rank
#171 / 182 | 24
Facility
24
CO AVG
24.8
Rank
#97 / 182 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
CO AVG
5.2
Rank
#121 / 182 | 3 | 127 | - |
67
Facility
67
CO AVG
51
Rank
#271 / 872 | Lynne Miller | $44.7M
Facility
$44.7M
CO AVG
$11.2M
Rank
#3 / 182 | $18.8M
Facility
$18.8M
CO AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#2 / 182 | 42.1%
Facility
42.1%
CO AVG
46.6%
Rank
#148 / 182 | 65380 | ||||
| Cadence Aurora |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Aurora (Utah Park) | 54
Facility
54
CO AVG
76
Rank
#343 / 533 |
84.3%
Facility
84.3%
CO AVG
76.5%
Rank
#64 / 185 | +10% | 4.11
Facility
4.11
CO AVG
3.86
Rank
#50 / 177 | +84% | +6% | $0
Facility
$0
CO AVG
$39.2k
Rank
#86 / 182 | 6
Facility
6
CO AVG
24.8
Rank
#7 / 182 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
CO AVG
5.2
Rank
#5 / 182 | 1 | 50 | - |
44
Facility
44
CO AVG
51
Rank
#549 / 872 | Daniel Cortez | $15.5M
Facility
$15.5M
CO AVG
$11.2M
Rank
#48 / 182 | $6.2M
Facility
$6.2M
CO AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#89 / 182 | 39.9%
Facility
39.9%
CO AVG
46.6%
Rank
#160 / 182 | 65393 | ||||
| Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Aurora (Hoffman Heights) | 108
Facility
108
CO AVG
76
Rank
#123 / 533 |
74.1%
Facility
74.1%
CO AVG
76.5%
Rank
#106 / 185 | -3% | 3.23
Facility
3.23
CO AVG
3.86
Rank
#134 / 177 | -13% | -16% | $2.5k
Facility
$2.5k
CO AVG
$39.2k
Rank
#95 / 182 | 52
Facility
52
CO AVG
24.8
Rank
#173 / 182 | 6.5
Facility
6.5
CO AVG
5.2
Rank
#137 / 182 | 9 | 80 | - |
39
Facility
39
CO AVG
51
Rank
#586 / 872 | Sweetwater Care Opco LLC | $11.8M
Facility
$11.8M
CO AVG
$11.2M
Rank
#91 / 182 | $5.1M
Facility
$5.1M
CO AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#125 / 182 | 43%
Facility
43%
CO AVG
46.6%
Rank
#142 / 182 | 65001 | ||||
| University Heights Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
NC Nursing Care
PC Palliative Care
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Aurora (Hoffman Heights) | 105
Facility
105
CO AVG
76
Rank
#141 / 533 |
86.2%
Facility
86.2%
CO AVG
76.5%
Rank
#58 / 185 | +13% | 3.72
Facility
3.72
CO AVG
3.86
Rank
#84 / 177 | -5% | -4% | $9.3k
Facility
$9.3k
CO AVG
$39.2k
Rank
#88 / 182 | 48
Facility
48
CO AVG
24.8
Rank
#171 / 182 | 9.6
Facility
9.6
CO AVG
5.2
Rank
#176 / 182 | 3 | 90 | - |
39
Facility
39
CO AVG
51
Rank
#586 / 872 | Matthew Nielsen | $11.2M
Facility
$11.2M
CO AVG
$11.2M
Rank
#103 / 182 | $6.5M
Facility
$6.5M
CO AVG
$4.9M
Rank
#80 / 182 | 58.1%
Facility
58.1%
CO AVG
46.6%
Rank
#68 / 182 | 65337 |
Overview of University Heights Care Center
University Heights Care Center is a 105-bed nursing home that provides extended skilled nursing and long-term care within a suburban neighborhood. The facility serves residents with layered clinical needs, logging a 537-day average length of stay and running close to its full building capacity. Its funding structure handles a standard mix of Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay accounts. Because the building sits in a car-dependent neighborhood with a walkability score of 39 out of 100, visiting guests and staff will typically need a vehicle to run daily errands.
State records point to a broad clinical care model and steady daily nursing hours alongside standard regulatory updates. Caregivers supply an average of 3 hours and 43 minutes of direct nursing time per resident each day, supporting a service mix that includes chronic disease management, behavioral health care, hospice, and standard physical rehabilitation.
Records from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment show that inspectors have cited past deficiencies involving pharmacy storage, infection control, resident rights, and general quality of care. The facility corrected each of these findings following the reviews, and its broader complaint history shows that day-to-day operations remain under 24-hour nursing coverage.
Prospective residents evaluating regional long-term placements or homes equipped for complex chronic disease management can review these state filings to weigh the operator’s background. The public paperwork outlines a heavily utilized, high-occupancy facility that provides diverse medical programs and steady daily care hours, balanced against standard administrative and infection control fixes.
Overview of Hampden Hills Post Acute
Hampden Hills Post Acute is a modern, state-of-the-art care center located in Aurora, CO. It features 218 beds and offers skilled nursing and in-house therapy services. The facility provides a diverse activities program, nutritious menus, and housekeeping services.
Highland Park Rehabilitation and Care Center is located in Aurora, Colorado. It provides 24/7 skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care services. The facility aims to help residents achieve the highest level of independence for returning home or staying for long-term care.
Overview of University Heights Care Center
A skilled nursing community at 656 Dillon Way in Aurora, Colorado, University Heights Care Center has easy access to local services. It takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so families have many ways to fund extended care and rehabilitation.
The facility maintains 105 beds and operates at around 86 percent occupancy. Residents stay an average of 537 days, indicating a blend of short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. Daily nursing support totals about 3 hours and 43 minutes per resident, with registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses providing coordinated care all day. University Heights Care Center specializes in rehabilitation and recovery. It has programs in short-term rehab, chronic disease management, behavioral health, respite care, and hospice and comfort care. This array of services sets the facility as a grounded choice for residents healing from surgery or acute illness, those managing chronic conditions, or families looking for respite support. For residents who need care between hospital discharge and returning home, the facility offers short-term stays. The surrounding neighborhood scores 70 for walkability, meaning visiting family members can do a majority of errands on foot and access nearby amenities with relative ease.
University Heights Care Center’s accessibility can be especially beneficial for families coordinating regular visits and handling appointments.
Overview of Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation is located in Aurora, Colorado, providing exceptional care for residents. The facility offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Daily activities are tailored to residents' interests, fostering a positive and uplifting environment.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
01
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Aurora, CO
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Colorado?
Assisted living in Colorado is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Colorado Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Colorado Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 15 nursing homes in Aurora, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Aurora, CO?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Aurora, CO, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Aurora, CO?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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