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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.
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.
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.
$6.1M*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.
$4.5M*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.
73.4%*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.
Overview of Willow Tree Care Center Skilled Nursing & Rehab
Willow Tree Care Center is a tight-knit senior living community in Delta, CO, offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and short-term stays, providing a supportive environment for seniors recovering from health setbacks or experiencing a decline in quality of life. The community ensures seniors enjoy daily housekeeping, chef-prepared meals, and a variety of social activities, creating a comfortable and engaging living space.
The community aims to make residents glad they chose their community, focusing on healing and comfort. Amenities include a beauty salon, weekly shuttle bus excursions, and a call-light system in every room. With individually controlled heating and the freedom to personalize their rooms, residents feel at home while receiving top-notch care.
Accel at Longmont, a 116-bed skilled nursing and respite care facility at 1960 S Fordham St in Longmont, Boulder County, Colorado, is operated by Longmont Tc, LLC. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with most residents staying an average of 38 days.
The community carries a 1-star CMS overall rating, with all three performance categories: health inspection, staffing, and quality measures scoring at the same 1-star level. Health inspection performance falls 68.2% below Colorado benchmarks.
Between 2023 and 2024, the facility received four separate federal penalties totaling $88,000, significantly exceeding the state average of two penalties per facility and $40,000 combined.
At 1 hour 14 minutes per resident per day, it ranks dead last among Colorado’s 177 skilled nursing facilities, falling far short of the state average of 3 hours 52 minutes. Weekend coverage drops further to 1 hour 7 minutes per resident per day, leaving just 66% of the state’s already-limited weekend baseline. The staff-to-resident ratio is 1.47:1.
Falls with serious injury occur at 9.3%; nearly three times the 3.3% state rate. Urinary tract infections affect 3.6% of residents, triple the Colorado average. High-risk residents develop pressure ulcers at 7.9%, double the benchmark.
The facility operates at an annual loss of $1.5 million on $9.1 million in revenue.
Occupancy stands at 37.9%, half the state average.
On-site pharmacy, dental, podiatry, and optometry services are available, along with beauty and barber facilities.
The facility’s current care model and staffing structure orient it toward short-term post-acute stays.
Serving residents needing long-term nursing care and rehabilitation support, Sedgwick County Memorial Nursing Home is a county-owned, 32-bed nursing facility in Julesburg, Colorado. Administered by John Gardner, it accepts Medicaid, providing skilled nursing and assisted living in one setting.
Staffed with registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nursing aides supporting residents throughout each day, Sedgwick County Memorial Nursing Home is structured around 24-hour nursing coverage. Nurse aides provide the most direct daily assistance, averaging 4 hours 36 minutes per resident day, while registered nurses contribute approximately 31 minutes per resident daily, and licensed practical nurses add 1 hour 41 minutes per resident each day. This staffing blend supports both routine personal care and clinical oversight. To give families some choice in housing style, resident accommodations include private and semi-private rooms. The home features an activities department and offers restorative nursing care tailored to help residents maintain function and independence. On-site services include rehabilitation and specialty clinics, reducing the need for external appointments. To meet individual health and cultural needs, Sedgwick County Memorial Nursing Home also provides special dietary accommodations. The Julesburg location is in a moderately walkable neighborhood, with a Walk Score of 51, so some errands and amenities are within walking distance, with most trips requiring driving. The area benefits from being near health services and community resources typical of a small Colorado town.
Facility state inspections have marked areas of focus, including infection control, quality of life and care, and pharmacy services. Such citations mirror typical operational areas that nursing homes work to address and improve over time.
Zacharie Mbida owns Brookshire Post Acute, a 67-bed nursing home in Denver, Colorado. The building stays mostly full, operating at roughly 90 percent occupancy. Stays average 226 days, showing that the daily operation balances ongoing long-term care with short-term post-hospital recovery. To handle room and therapy costs, the business works with standard private pay, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.
Visiting families will find the surrounding neighborhood highly accessible, given its walk score of 95 out of 100, which makes walking to nearby spots simple. On the floor, the staff provides about 3 hours and 29 minutes of direct, hands-on care per resident every day. This round-the-clock crew runs specialized programs for memory care, short-term physical rehabilitation, and complex wound treatments, while the kitchen serves up a variety of meals to meet different dietary needs.
State inspectors evaluate the building through regular compliance checks, and their recent filings noted problems with medication oversight, staff training, care plan records, building systems, and general resident safety.
Prospective representatives can discuss these specific regulatory records with the intake coordinator by calling the front office, where they can also ask about current open beds or coordinate a look around the facility.
Storybrook Care & Rehabilitation is a 60-bed skilled nursing facility privately operated by Storybrook Care & Rehabilitation LLC in Fort Collins, Colorado. Provided are skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care to Larimer County residents. Occupancy stands at 72.8 percent, slightly below Colorado’s average which indicates general availability. With an average stay length of 159 days, the census leans toward sub-acute and transitional care instead of long-term residency.
The inspection record warrants attention. Across five inspections since 2022, the facility totaled 33 citations, roughly 33 percent above Colorado’s 24.8 average, with four citations stemming from complaint investigations. Five of those citations were classified as serious, compared to a 2.1 state average. No immediate jeopardy findings appear on record. Separately, the facility carries a 2-star CMS overall rating, driven primarily by health inspection performance and staffing levels, both of which fall significantly below state benchmarks. Meanwhile, staffing is the sharpest gap. Total nurse hours run 3h 9m per resident daily, 18 percent below Colorado’s 3h 51m average, placing the facility 134th out of 177 Colorado SNFs on this measure. Every staffing metric tracked by CMS falls below state average.
Services include 24-hour staffing, rehabilitation services, respite care, and a Pulmonary Rehabilitation program. Memory care is also offered on-site. The facility’s walk score of 92 reflects a highly walkable location in central Fort Collins, convenient for family visits and outpatient appointments.
Storybrook fits residents pursuing short- to mid-term post-acute recovery, especially those with pulmonary or rehabilitation needs weighing a facility close to Fort Collins’ urban core.
Overview of Rock Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
A skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation facility in Monte Vista, Colorado, is Rock Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. Owned by Dakavia Management Corp, it specializes in cardiac and orthopedic rehabilitation, so it’s well-suited for patients convalescing from heart procedures, surgery, or orthopedic interventions. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. This gives families numerous ways to afford rehabilitation care. With 60 beds and a current 42 percent occupancy rate, the facility has the capacity to accommodate residents seeking both short-term and longer-term care, averaging a stay of 295 days reflecting the mixed census.
Daily clinical support is delivered through a total of 2 hours 39 minutes of nursing care per resident day. This attentive care is provided by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses working together in a 24-hour staffing model, ensuring consistent support all the time. For residents working to regain strength and independence, the focus on rehabilitation services sees that occupational and physical therapy are in daily care. The facility is located in an average walkable area scoring 68 on the walkability scale, meaning nearby errands can be finished on foot, plus the neighborhood offers accessible transit connections. The community provides private short-term rehabilitation rooms and semi-private suites for longer-stay residents. Daily life is supported by diverse dining options, family lounges for visitors, housekeeping and laundry services, and outdoor access to a courtyard and patio. Available throughout the facility are Wi-Fi and cable television.
For families contemplating Rock Creek for a loved one’s rehabilitation, touring in person can help clarify the particular programs available and room options that best suit their family member’s needs.
Overview of Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Owned by Jacob Duke, Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a 60-bed nursing home that spotlights short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. It welcomes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so families have flexible ways to afford rehabilitation stays and continuous care needs. With an 87 percent occupancy rate, averaging a stay of about 246 days, the facility balances short-term rehab admissions with residents staying for longer-term skilled nursing care.
Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, clinically speaking, is equipped for specialized rehabilitation across numerous vital areas. Cardiac rehabilitation, orthopedic rehabilitation, pain management, pulmonary care, diabetes management, wound healing, and palliative care services are among the home offerings. This range of focused programs makes it a solid option for people recuperating from cardiac or orthopedic surgery, managing a pulmonary condition, or needing skilled wound care and pain support alongside nursing oversight. Beneficial to short-term rehab residents is subacute care, while respite stays and 24-hour staffing sustain scheduled recovery and active resident needs. Daily attentive care averages 2 hours 42 minutes per resident, with nursing support from registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses spread throughout the day. This staffing mix offers a consistent presence and support all the time. The physical setting has private and semi-private suites, a spacious courtyard and patio where residents can spend time outdoors, and family lounges for visiting and time together. Dining options are tagged as a fine dining variety, and the home supplies standard support services like laundry, housekeeping, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. Some nearby services may be within walking reach, with most trips necessitating transportation, as the location is somewhat walkable with a grade of 34 out of 100.
Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center is a licensed 60-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Paonia, Colorado. The center provides short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, outpatient rehab services, and a secure memory unit. It aims to create a home-like environment for residents with various amenities and activities.
Established 34 years ago and managed by Park Forest Care Center, Park Forest Care Center is a 103-bed nursing home in Westminster, Colorado. It takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, ensuring families have numerous ways to fund care. With roughly 2 hours 45 minutes of total nursing care per resident day, the facility blends attentive support with a rehabilitation-focused model.
The home spotlights behavioral health and specialized training. Programming includes crisis prevention and BLS certification, plus comprehensive mental health services: individual and group counseling, family support groups, educational workshops, and volunteer opportunities. Dementia training for staff highlights a dedication to understanding residents with cognitive changes, and pet therapy sessions bring more therapeutic engagement to daily life. Dining centers on nutritional balance and choice. Menus are dietician-approved and rotate seasonally. Alternative options are offered at every meal to accommodate individual dietary needs and preferences. This flexibility helps residents maintain eating patterns they recognize and enjoy. The home’s location in Westminster sits on a somewhat walkable corridor (Walk Score 27), where some nearby services are reachable on foot, but most trips need a car. The surrounding area has moderate pedestrian access, which can factor into family visits and transportation planning. Daily amenities span a patio for outdoor time, scheduled transportation for appointments and outings, and housekeeping support. Activities are varied and social, including arts and crafts, games, music, group outings, and resident-led clubs and interest groups.
Families thinking of choosing Park Forest Care Center will find an established operation with deep roots in the community and an unmistakable focus on mental health support, rehabilitation, and structured daily engagement.
Chateau Julia Healthcare Inc. runs Julia Temple Healthcare Center, a 128-bed nursing home located in Englewood, Colorado. The building stays mostly full, maintaining a 93 percent occupancy rate. Stays average about 78 days, meaning the daily routine focuses heavily on short-term post-hospital rehab and getting people back home rather than permanent long-term care. To process room and medical bills, the front office coordinates payments through standard private pay, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.
The surrounding neighborhood is car-dependent, so visitors will generally need to drive when coming to the property. On the floor, residents receive roughly 3 hours and 24 minutes of direct, hands-on attention every day. This round-the-clock team of registered nurses, practical nurses, and aides centers their work on in-house physical rehabilitation to help individuals recover from major illnesses and surgeries.
Families looking for a placement can check on current room openings by calling the main desk, where they can also ask about the intake process or pick a day to come look around the building.
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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