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Our editorial team analyzed 245 nursing homes in CO using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in CO
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:3.0/ 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:2.8/ 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.
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 to lowest based on our ranking 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 TableAL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (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.
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.
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: 63.5% 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.
$15.9M*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.
$5.8M*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.
36.2%*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.
$13.5M*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.
$9.0M*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.
Find the care you need at Lamar Estates LLC, an outstanding community in Lamar, CO, offering skilled nursing. With a kind and well-trained team available around the clock, residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs. Social services are also provided for residents’ convenience, ensuring they find reliable resources and optimize them.
Aside from their healthcare needs, a variety of fun recreational activities are conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Healthy meals are important for residents’ well-being, so delicious and well-balanced dining options are provided to meet their dietary needs and preferences. Therapy services and rehabilitation are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community is a great option for those needing a higher level of care, especially with its top-notch services and state-of-the-art amenities.
Overview of Creekside Village Health and Rehabilitation Center
Live a blissful retirement at Creekside Village Health and Rehabilitation Center, an outstanding community in Fort Collins, CO, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents receive top-notch care tailored to their unique needs from a compassionate and well-trained team available 24/7. Purposely built and secure accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults feel at ease during their stay.
The community participates in Medicare and Medicaid to ease financial burdens. With therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, the community strives to enhance residents’ living experiences. With exceptional care and extensive amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.
Pikes Peak Post Acute is a large, 210-bed nursing home in Colorado Springs, Colorado, operated by Pikes Peak SNF Healthcare. The facility has an average length of stay of 87 days and currently runs at a 33 percent occupancy rate, indicating a smaller resident census that shifts between post-hospital rehabilitation and permanent nursing placements. To manage care costs, the front office accepts traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, and private accounts.
The surrounding neighborhood is moderately walkable, scoring a 65 out of 100, which allows visitors to handle some errands on foot. Inside the building, the floor staff provides an average of 3 hours and 32 minutes of direct nursing attention to each resident daily. This team of RNs, LPNs, and aides carries out the clinical rehabilitation programs, offers shared or private room layouts, and runs a structured dining setup.
Recent compliance reports noted operational and safety findings involving resident protection measures, supervision protocols, infection control practices, and kitchen safety, which the administration is responsible for correcting to meet state codes.
Families can contact the admissions department to ask about the intake timelines, verify how specific safety protocols are monitored, or set up an afternoon to walk through the building.
Colonial Health and Rehab Center at 1340 E Fillmore St has been a fixture in northeast Colorado Springs since 1963. That is over 60 years of history, which is impressive for any facility. It is an 80-bed community that handles both nursing and assisted living. You are about 2.9 miles from the city center, and with a Walk Score of 65, you can actually manage a few errands on foot, which is a nice perk for this kind of place.
Right now, they have 74 of their 80 beds filled, which is 86.8% occupancy. The average stay here is 437 days; that’s nearly 15 months, so this is definitely more of a long-term home than a place for quick rehab. Residents get 3 hours and 11 minutes of nursing care every day. That breaks down into 1 hour and 50 minutes from nurse aides and 20 minutes from registered nurses.
They accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and they have an active resident council on-site. Looking at their state inspections, they tend to focus on the usual suspects like medication management, care documentation, resident rights, and injury prevention.
Since this place is designed for extended care rather than short-term recovery, and given how long they have been around, it feels like a very stable, established choice. If you are looking for long-term placement in Colorado Springs and need a facility that accepts all major payment types, this is a solid, reliable option that has stood the test of time.
Overview of Pelican Pointe Health and Rehabilitation Center
Pelican Pointe Health and Rehabilitation provides skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care services in a compassionate environment. The facility focuses on restoring health and wellbeing through professional quality healthcare. It offers a variety of activities to keep residents engaged and active.
Overview of Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center
Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center is a 141-bed skilled nursing facility in Pueblo, Colorado, providing short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, in-house therapy, and respite care, with a particular focus on respiratory therapy and post-acute recovery. The facility is operated by Rock Canyon Healthcare LLC. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
CMS rates the facility at 2 stars overall, with staffing as the primary driver. Adjusted nurse staffing averages 2 hours and 25 minutes per resident per day, compared with the Colorado average of 3 hours and 51 minutes — placing the facility 174th out of 177 Colorado SNFs on that measure. Four of six staffing metrics fall below state averages. Quality measures are a counterpoint: the facility scores 21.4% above the Colorado average on clinical performance indicators, reflecting outcomes that outpace its staffing levels.
Across its inspection record, the facility has accumulated 42 total citations, ranking 159th of 182 Colorado SNFs for cumulative citations. CMS has issued three federal fines totaling $90,000 — roughly double the Colorado average of $40,000 and 35% more fines than the typical in-state facility. Citation severity over the past four years includes one critical finding, six serious, and 35 moderate, with noted moderate citations in abuse/neglect and infection control. The facility’s citations-per-inspection rate ranks near the middle of the state pool at 101st of 182.
The facility’s occupancy rate is above the Colorado state average, ranking 42nd of 185 Colorado nursing homes — a sign of consistent local demand for its post-acute and respiratory services.
Rock Canyon is best suited for patients requiring short-term respiratory rehabilitation or post-acute skilled nursing care in Pueblo County, particularly those whose placement decisions hinge on clinical quality-of-care outcomes rather than staffing depth. However, families should review the facility’s staffing levels, inspection history, and enforcement record before making a placement decision.
Highline Post Acute is a 135-bed nursing home on East Iliff Avenue in Denver, owned by Mathew Pearce. People stay here for an average of 198 days, so the daily routine combines long-term residential care with short-term post-hospital recovery. To handle room rates and therapy fees, the front office coordinates payments through private funds, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.
The surrounding neighborhood is a highly pedestrian-friendly area that scores a 95 out of 100 for walkability, making it easy for visitors to park and run quick errands on foot. Inside, the floor crew logs an average of 3 hours and 6 minutes of direct, hands-on care per resident each day. This round-the-clock team of registered nurses, practical nurses, and aides uses a large on-site therapy gym to run physical rehab programs and manages complex wound care.
State regulators monitor the property through routine health checks, and recent inspection and complaint filings highlighted issues concerning resident injuries, safety incidents, environmental safety procedures, and medication administration. Interested individuals can call the front desk to see how the management team has addressed these safety findings, ask about open beds, or schedule a time to walk through the therapy gym and common areas.
Prestige Care Center of Morrison is a dedicated nursing home in Morrison, CO, that focuses on dementia care, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care. The community’s supportive environment ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. On-site physician services, pain management, and therapy services are also provided to meet residents’ needs. Personalized care plans are also created to help residents recover with ease and live to their potential.
Mental exercises, walking programs, and creative activities provide residents with more opportunities to stay active and explore new interests. Hospice care is also available, ensuring residents can age comfortably in place. A variety of dining options, parks, and the Morrison Natural History Museum are also located nearby, ensuring accessibility and convenience. With its dedicated services, this nursing home remains one of the best options for senior living in Colorado.
Medallion Post Acute Rehabilitation is a 60-bed care community on East Bijou Street in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Owned by Bijou Healthcare LLC, the building operates at a 55 percent occupancy rate with an average length of stay of 77 days. This baseline reflects a split operational flow between long-term skilled nursing setups and shorter post-hospital rehabilitation. For financial coverage, the business office handles standard private pay, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.
The surrounding location is very pedestrian-friendly, with a walk score of 95 out of 100, which makes it easy for visitors to get to nearby spots on foot. On the inside, residents receive roughly 3 hours and 31 minutes of face-to-face nursing care every day from a floor crew made up of RNs, LPNs, and aides. This therapy and nursing staff monitor individual treatment plans for residents recovering from recent injuries, illnesses, or major surgeries.
Past surveys identified persistent clinical and operational issues related to wound care, infection control, medication management, nutritional support, resident dignity, and emergency response times for acute medical events, which the administration must track and resolve.
Prospective residents can get in touch with the admissions desk to check the status of open beds, ask how the staff manages specific safety and medication protocols, or plan an afternoon to tour the East Bijou Street property.
Overview of Mantey Heights Rehabilitation & Care Center
Mantey Heights Rehab & Care Center stands as a shining gem in Grand Junction, Colorado, offering exceptional nursing home facilities that truly set it apart. Managed with care and dedication by the esteemed Stellar Living Group, this community values its residents deeply. With 88 beds and active participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs, Mantey Heights provides a thoughtful, supportive environment for seniors, ensuring their well-being and comfort.
The living spaces have been meticulously designed, providing the ideal backdrop for seniors to thrive. The team at Mantey Heights includes expert professionals, including nutritionists, dietitians, and registered nurses, ensuring comprehensive care. Engaging activities, both on-site and off-site, are tailored to residents’ interests, fostering a sense of community. The common areas, including an enclosed courtyard perfect for memory care patients, create a secure and serene atmosphere. In addition, the community offers amenities like a library, beauty salon, barbershop, and computer media center.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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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 245 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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