Page 18 of Best Nursing Homes in Colorado

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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.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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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.

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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 Table AL (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.
Sedgwick County Memorial Nursing Home
NH
Julesburg
32
Facility 32
CO AVG 74
Rank #392 / 516
--
5.35
Facility 5.35
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #17 / 203
-+38%
$0
Facility $0
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #1 / 211
---21-
51
Facility 51
CO AVG 53
Rank #458 / 838
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Brookshire Post Acute
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Denver
67
Facility 67
CO AVG 74
Rank #273 / 516
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #46 / 140
+17%
3.92
Facility 3.92
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #65 / 203
-8%+2%
$75.7k
Facility $75.7k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #189 / 211
44
Facility 44
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #184 / 205
8.8
Facility 8.8
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #189 / 205
558-
95
Facility 95
CO AVG 53
Rank #7 / 838
Zacharie Mbida$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.65242
Storybrook Care & Rehabilitation
NH
MC
SNF
Fort Collins (Old Town West)
60
Facility 60
CO AVG 74
Rank #293 / 516
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #43 / 140
+18%
3.29
Facility 3.29
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #148 / 203
+32%-15%
$38.5k
Facility $38.5k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #161 / 211
33
Facility 33
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #148 / 205
6.6
Facility 6.6
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #151 / 205
552-
92
Facility 92
CO AVG 53
Rank #31 / 838
-
$4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #166 / 180
$3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #154 / 180
63.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 63.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #58 / 180
65257
Rock Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
NH
MC
SNF
Monte Vista
60
Facility 60
CO AVG 74
Rank #293 / 516
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #112 / 140
-23%- +19%-
$42.0k
Facility $42.0k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #167 / 211
24
Facility 24
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #110 / 205
8.0
Facility 8.0
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #178 / 205
134-
68
Facility 68
CO AVG 53
Rank #258 / 838
Dakavia Management Corp
$2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #179 / 180
$1.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $1.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #178 / 180
61.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #74 / 180
65291
Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
NH
MC
PC
RC
SNF
La Jara
60
Facility 60
CO AVG 74
Rank #293 / 516
80.3%
Facility 80.3%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #67 / 140
+10%
2.84
Facility 2.84
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #189 / 203
-30%-27%
$54.9k
Facility $54.9k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #181 / 211
31
Facility 31
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #144 / 205
6.2
Facility 6.2
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #143 / 205
348-
34
Facility 34
CO AVG 53
Rank #628 / 838
Jacob Duke
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #153 / 180
$2.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #159 / 180
48.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #155 / 180
65399
Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center
NH
MC
SNF
Paonia
60
Facility 60
CO AVG 74
Rank #293 / 516
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #48 / 140
+17%
3.89
Facility 3.89
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #65 / 203
+23%+1%
$32.6k
Facility $32.6k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #151 / 211
44
Facility 44
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #184 / 205
11.0
Facility 11.0
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #201 / 205
552-
6
Facility 6
CO AVG 53
Rank #809 / 838
Leland Bruce
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #174 / 180
$2.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #175 / 180
51.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #142 / 180
65251
Park Forest Care Center LLC
NH
HOS
PC
SNF
Westminster (South Westminster)
103
Facility 103
CO AVG 74
Rank #143 / 516
--
2.69
Facility 2.69
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #191 / 203
--30%
$0
Facility $0
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #1 / 211
---84A+
27
Facility 27
CO AVG 53
Rank #702 / 838
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Juniper Village – the Spearly Center-
NH
SNF
Denver
135
Facility 135
CO AVG 74
Rank #52 / 516
27.4%
Facility 27.4%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #138 / 140
-63%
3.92
Facility 3.92
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #65 / 203
----26%+1%
$274.2k
Facility $274.2k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #211 / 211
42
Facility 42
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #178 / 205
6.0
Facility 6.0
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #133 / 205
837-
95
Facility 95
CO AVG 53
Rank #7 / 838
Juniper Park, LP
$12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #36 / 180
$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #50 / 180
58.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 58.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #104 / 180
65327
Brookdale Lowry-
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Denver (East)
172
Facility 172
CO AVG 74
Rank #20 / 516
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90
Facility 90
CO AVG 53
Rank #36 / 838
$4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #169 / 180
$3.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #145 / 180
76.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 76.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #11 / 180
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Overview of Hampden Hills Post Acute

Conveniently located on East Hampden Avenue, Hampden Hills Post Acute is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Aurora, Colorado. Operating 218 beds and running at about 82 percent occupancy, the community has an average stay duration of 247 days, reflecting a mix of short-term post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term skilled nursing residents. Accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families many pathways to fund care. The location, with a walk score of 53, offers moderate walkability, allowing some nearby errands on foot, while most trips necessitate driving.

Clinically, the home spotlights rehabilitation and recovery, with on-site therapy services and a doctor on staff. Daily nursing support averages 3 hours 1 minute per resident, with registered nurses, licensed practical/vocational nurses, and certified nursing aides providing diligent care 24/7. For occupants recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or acute illness, the staffing level supports intensive post-acute management. The 24-hour staffing model means residents have consistent clinical oversight and support for medication management, wound care, and recovery-focused programming. In-house therapy services back the rehabilitation mission. It allows residents to join structured recovery work without needing outside referrals.

Hampden Hills Post Acute offers a clinical setting built to help residents regain function and return home or to a lower care level as their condition improves, up for consideration by families thinking of placement.

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Overview of Berthoud Care and Rehabilitation

Administered by Andrew Lafflam, Berthoud Care and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing home in Berthoud, Colorado. Operated by Franklin Avenue Healthcare Inc, it specializes in short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care. The 76-bed home takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to afford costs.

With 76 beds and 90 percent occupancy, the facility maintains an active residential community. The average stay duration is 160 days, indicating a typical mix of post-acute patients and longer-term residents. Total nursing care averages 3 hours 16 minutes per resident day, providing consistent hands-on support across shifts. The facility is staffed by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses who deliver daily rehabilitation and nursing services. In-house therapy programs support residents’ healing from surgery, illness, or injury, making the home suitable for those in the rehabilitation period post-hospitalization. The location on Franklin Avenue in Berthoud has a walk score of 31, so some nearby errands can be walkable, though most outings demand a car.

The facility’s positioning in a quieter Colorado community captivates families seeking a smaller-scale care environment. It fits those in the rehabilitation phase after hospitalization.

Contact Berthoud Care and Rehabilitation

Overview of Westlake Health and Rehabilitation Center

Focused on rehabilitation and short-term care recovery, Westlake Health and Rehabilitation Center is an SNF in Greeley, Colorado. It has 107 beds and typically maintains about 70 percent occupancy, averaging 152 days of stay length. This reflects its role as a place for post-acute rehabilitation and recovery instead of longer-term residence.

The facility is established for hands-on care. Total nursing support averages 3 hours 5 minutes per resident day, with registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses providing 24/7 staffing. This level of daily support makes it a practical setting for people convalescing from surgery, injury, or illness. Westlake Health and Rehabilitation Center takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, offering families numerous options to fund rehabilitation stays. Its service range concentrates on physical recovery. The facility delivers rehabilitation services and respite care, along with 24-hour nursing coverage. Daily activities include an activities program with ice cream socials, arts and crafts classes, current events, and lecture series, plus church services for those who prefer them. Dining is restaurant-style, with meals prepared according to each resident’s desires. The facility also offers salon and spa services and has outdoor spaces where residents can spend time. The location sits in a somewhat walkable area of Greeley, with a walk score of 39, meaning some services are reachable on foot, but most family visits need a short drive. Residential is the surrounding neighborhood, so it’s a quieter setting for recovery and healing.

The facility’s level of daily support makes it a practical setting for individuals recovering from surgery, illness, or injury.

Contact Westlake Health and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Grace Pointe Cont Care Sr Campus, Skilled Nursing

A skilled nursing home in Greeley, Colorado, Grace Pointe Senior Care Community is set in a two-story building with studio and one-bedroom housing selections. The community, Mountain States Health Properties-owned and Executive Director Rebeaka Varghese-led, has been operating for 16 years. It has an average resident stay of 59 days. The home takes both Medicare and private pay, giving families flexible coverage routes. The location scores 35 for walkability, meaning most errands require a quick drive, with some nearby services reachable on foot.

A focal part of daily operations is staffing support, with an average of 4 hours 57 minutes of total nursing care per resident day and 3 hours 52 minutes of nurse aide support. This level of hands-on attention mirrors the community’s focus on consistent, personal care all day.

Themes around care supervision, care planning, and medication safety are shown by state inspection findings. Families touring the facility can discuss how such areas are managed as part of daily routines and staff training.

Grace Pointe Senior Care Community’s closeness to Greeley services and its long tenure in the area make it a known option for families who seek skilled nursing care in the region. Visiting the home is a chance to see the layout, meet the executive director and care team, and get a feel for the daily environment.

Contact Grace Pointe Cont Care Sr Campus, Skilled Nursing

Overview of Oakwood Care and Rehabilitation

Serving residents recovering from surgery, illness, or hospital stays, Oakwood Care and Rehabilitation is a 170-bed skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation facility. It welcomes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so families have several pathways to fund post-acute care. Averaging a stay length of around 324 days, the facility accommodates short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing residents.

Operating at 65 percent occupancy, the community maintains staffing that mirrors a focus on hands-on care: total nursing support averages 3 hours 14 minutes per resident day, supported by registered nurses, nurse aides, and LPNs working 24/7. Short-term rehabilitation is central to the home’s mission, with in-house therapy services available to residents as part of their recovery programs. Everyday life is anchored by a monthly calendar of activities and dining menus designed to be nutritious and satisfying. The community sits in a location that scores 78 for walkability, meaning family members and visitors can navigate the surrounding neighborhood comfortably on foot, and some errands are within easy walking distance.

Contact Oakwood Care and Rehabilitation

Overview of Lakewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation

Lakewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation is a 108-bed nursing home located at 7395 W Eastman Pl in Lakewood, Colorado. Managed under owner Austin Birrell, the facility handles short-term recovery, with resident stays averaging just eight days. This brief timeline indicates an operation focused heavily on fast-tracked post-hospital care and transitional rehabilitation.

On the floor, residents receive an average of nearly seven hours of direct nursing care every day. This intensive daily schedule is managed by a 24-hour crew of RNs, LPNs, and aides who oversee pain management, diabetic monitoring, complex wound treatments, and temporary respite stays. The building features an expanded therapy gym and outdoor courtyards, while the surrounding neighborhood is highly walkable, scoring an 85 out of 100, which makes it easy for visitors to arrive on foot or handle errands nearby.

Routine compliance monitoring falls under state health guidelines, requiring periodic inspections of the physical property and clinical routines. The administration is responsible for keeping all daily therapy protocols, building systems, and staffing schedules aligned with regional licensing laws.

Prospective residents can reach out to the admissions office to ask about current bed openings, verify details regarding the short-term rehab intake process, or schedule a time to come look around the recovery spaces.

Contact Lakewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation

Overview of Crestmoor Care Center

Crestmoor Care Center is a 108-bed nursing home on Monaco Parkway in South Denver, Colorado. The building currently houses 70 residents, which amounts to a 65 percent occupancy rate. With stays averaging 231 days, the facility splits its everyday operations between permanent medical care and short-term post-hospital therapy. For billing and room costs, the business desk accepts traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, and standard private pay.

The surrounding Denver neighborhood is exceptionally pedestrian-friendly, scoring a 95 out of 100, so visiting family members can easily step out and handle local errands on foot. Inside the building, the floor staff provides an average of 2 hours and 53 minutes of direct nursing care to each resident daily. This team includes registered nurses, practical nurses, and aides who coordinate clinical oversight and assist with daily living activities.

Routine compliance monitoring falls under state health and safety guidelines. Recent regulatory inspections noted areas that need attention from management, specifically regarding infection control procedures and daily resident safety protocols, which the administration is responsible for keeping up to state codes.

Families can contact the admissions desk to check on current room openings, ask about the corrections made to recent inspection findings, or plan a time to come take a look around the building.

Contact Crestmoor Care Center

Overview of Skylake Post Acute
Skylake Post Acute is a Medicare-certified rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Thornton, Colorado. It offers 24-hour skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and a memory care unit. The facility is committed to providing high-quality care in a home-like environment.

Contact Skylake Post Acute

Overview of Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center

Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center is located in Pueblo, Colorado. It offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, along with a variety of activities to keep residents engaged. The facility features 81 beds and provides a comprehensive care plan tailored to individual needs.

Contact Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center
Riverbend 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 with a dedicated staff. Residents can expect dignity and professional quality healthcare every day.

Contact Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center

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.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

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 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.