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Our editorial team analyzed 226 nursing homes in CO using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in CO
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableNH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Colorado average is: 63.4% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
$7.4M*Fiscal year ending 01/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$5.1M*Fiscal year ending 01/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
69%*Fiscal year ending 01/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$8.9M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$6.0M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
67.2%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other CO nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 226 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Overview of The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs
The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs provides independent living, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Having both independent living and skilled nursing can suit a resident whose care needs may grow without requiring a move to another community.
Located in West Colorado Springs, the community has 32 beds. It is a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident.
Rehabilitation services give residents access to therapy as they work on recovery or daily function. An outdoor courtyard with a fire pit provides space for sitting and social activities, while the full service salon offers grooming services within the community. Health and wellness gyms give residents room for exercise and wellness activities. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, and private pay is accepted. Shem Wanlass serves as the administrator, and Pikes Peak Healthcare operates the community.
Juniper Village, the Spearly Center delivers long-term skilled care and short-term rehabilitation services in Denver, Colorado. Complex medical conditions and behavioral health needs receive ongoing supervision through specialized nursing programs, while short-term admissions assist individuals working toward rehabilitation targets.
Juniper Park Limited Partnership operates the 135-bed residence alongside administrator Marie Lopez. Direct care logs show an average of 3 hours and 55 minutes of daily nursing time dedicated to each resident. Payment structures accommodate Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment options.
Prospective residents seeking nursing support for complex medical needs or short-term physical therapy can contact Juniper Village, the Spearly Center to review open accommodations, verify funding sources, or arrange a visit.
Offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, Riverdale Post Acute is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility administered by Broderick Nef in Brighton, Colorado. Licensed nurses, along with 24-hour staffing, provide care whenever needed. Rehabilitation services are also available to help residents regain function.
The home has 105 beds, with a 33% occupancy. Additionally, total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 33 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nurse time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted for covered services.
An expansive rehabilitation gym gives residents an on-site space for rehabilitation services, and complex wound care is available for residents with complex wounds. Spacious courtyards also provide outdoor areas, while common areas give residents places for shared activities or time outside their rooms. Riverdale Healthcare operates the community.
Overview of Falcon Heights Health and Rehabilitation
Make the most of your best years at Falcon Heights Health and Rehabilitation, a distinguished community in Colorado Springs, CO, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents can ease their worries with a kind and highly trained team, providing exceptional care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Purposely built and secure accommodations are also provided, ensuring older adults are comfortable and safe.
The community also participated in Medicare and Medicaid, striving to ease financial burdens. To enhance residents’ living experiences, physical, occupational, and speech therapy are provided. Featuring a wide range of care options and well-maintained amenities, the community ensures older adults have a blissful retirement.
Overview of Columbine West Health and Rehab Facility
Columbine West Health and Rehab Facility provides nursing home care in Fort Collins, CO. Nursing home care gives residents ongoing nursing support within a residential setting, and the facility has 100 beds. Julie Ann Sleath serves as the administrator.
Short-term rehabilitation and therapy services support residents who need a temporary stay focused on rehabilitation, while respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs time away. Infusion services and medical equipment are also available, and transportation is provided for resident needs.
Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families public and direct-payment options when they meet the applicable requirements. The combination of nursing home care, rehabilitation, and respite services may suit someone who needs residential nursing support, a temporary recovery stay, or short-term caregiver coverage.
Overview of City Scape Rehabilitation & Care Center
City Scape Rehabilitation & Care Center operates as a skilled nursing and memory care facility in Denver, Colorado. Programs in the secured memory unit focus on supervising individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, helping prevent unsafe wandering.
Administrator William Painter oversees the 60-bed property, which currently maintains a 94% occupancy rate. Direct nursing time averages 3 hours and 26 minutes per resident each day. Community amenities include on-site physical rehabilitation services, group fitness classes, and scheduled transportation assistance.
Located in a neighborhood rated as a walker’s paradise, the surrounding area allows residents to handle routine outings on foot. Coverage options include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.
Interested families exploring localized memory care or skilled nursing solutions can contact City Scape Rehabilitation & Care Center to inquire about current bed turnover, review payment options, or request a tour of the facility.
Sierra Post Acute runs out of Lakewood, CO, with skilled nursing, hospice care, and nursing home care named on its license. Nursing home care is for a resident who needs ongoing residential care. Complex wound care needs attention on a clock rather than on an appointment, which is what round-the-clock licensed nursing does.
Hospice care is the stay in a post-acute building that does not end in a discharge. Short-term rehabilitation goes the other way, a place to recover with no long-term stay attached.
The license here covers 102 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay all fund care here, and the payer decides nothing about the care itself. Medicare reaches eligible short-term skilled care in the weeks after a hospital admission; Medicaid covers eligible residents; while private pay is money handed over directly.
Lakewood Healthcare LLC operates Sierra Post Acute, and Jarom D. Eberhard is administrator on-site. The fit is somebody needing short-term rehabilitation, complex wound care, or hospice care next to skilled nursing.
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation in the Hoffman Heights neighborhood of Aurora, Colorado, provides nursing home care, secure memory care, and skilled nursing. Rehabilitation programs feature physical, occupational, and speech therapy to aid physical function and recovery. Dedicated memory care units feature supervision designed to protect residents prone to wandering.
This 108-bed location operates under administrator Marissa Keating and operator Sweetwater Aurora Opco. Daily nurse staffing across the facility averages 3 hours and 28 minutes per resident. Local surroundings carry a 39 walk score, meaning routine errands outside the community require a personal vehicle or arranged transportation. Payment methods embrace Medicare for qualifying short-term stays, Medicaid for extended residential assistance, and private funds.
Prospective residents and their families can reach out to Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation to verify unit availability, set up a tour, or discuss personal care needs and financial arrangements.
Overview of Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation
Situated in Pueblo, Colorado, Pueblo Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, along with hospice, palliative, and respite care. Residents receive ongoing support as needed with a doctor on-site, supported by 24-hour staffing. The community also ensures those with life-limiting conditions or serious illness receive comfort-focused care through hospice and palliative services.
Additionally, respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs temporary relief, while short-term rehabilitation supports recovery after an illness, injury, or hospital stay.
The home has 120 beds, with private rooms for one resident and semi-private rooms arranged for shared living. Occupancy is at 38%, with an average length of stay of 149 days. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are also accepted, allowing several options to cover costs. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 24 minutes per day, representing the nursing time allocated to each resident across a day.
Rehabilitation, wound care management, pain management, and stroke recovery, as well as care for tracheostomies, COPD, CHF, CPAP, and BiPAP needs, are available. Nutritional services and meals prepared by skilled chefs support dining. Moreover, therapeutic recreational programs, entertainment and social areas, and beauty salon and barber services provide options for activities and grooming within the community.
Joshua Bohnen serves as administrator, and Constitution Operations operates the community.
Thornton Care Center is a nursing home in Thornton, Colorado, offering skilled nursing, nursing care, hospice care, and respite care. Skilled nursing and nursing care provide licensed nursing support on site, while hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care.
Respite care provides a short term stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Thornton Care Center may be a good fit for a family needing temporary support.
The center has 101 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, with Medicare applying to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid helping cover care for eligible residents whose savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allowing families to pay directly.
Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 50 minutes per resident per day. This represents the total daily nursing time allocated per resident.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Colorado
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 226 nursing homes in Colorado. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Colorado?
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 Colorado, 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 Colorado?
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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Nursing Homes in Colorado at a glance
Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.1/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Colorado. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:3.1/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Colorado. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.7/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Colorado. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.0/ 5
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