Page 20 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.

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 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 Brookdale Meridian Englewood

A 45-bed mid-rise community on South Corona Street in Englewood, Colorado, is Brookdale Meridian Englewood, well-positioned for walkability with a Walk Score of 75. It offers one- and two-bedroom accommodations and has been operating for 35 years. The community, at $4,370 monthly, caters to those seeking rehabilitation services, short-term rehab stays, and respite care, with licensed nurses and nursing assistants supplying 24-hour staffing support.

The community centers daily life around its extensive amenities and programming. A fitness center and gym, a library and salon with barber services, and a wellness spa are accessible to residents. The multi-building campus includes dining options spanning from a formal dining room to a restaurant, bistro, and café, along with outdoor spaces including a courtyard, gardens, patio, and walking paths. More features are recreational options like a putting green and billiards. Dining at Brookdale Meridian spotlights healthy, scrumptious choices and actively incorporates resident feedback into menu planning. Arts and crafts, gardening, and social events mirroring the community’s interests are among the daily activities. Practical support includes transportation, concierge services, housekeeping, laundry, and Wi-Fi throughout the building. These help residents and families stay connected and easily manage daily needs.

Brookdale Meridian Englewood offers an extensive range of health services alongside the type of dining, recreation, and personal services that support life quality. These fit residents considering rehab or extended care with attention to lifestyle amenities and a walkable location near shopping and services.

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Overview of The Bridge at Longmont

Located in Longmont, Colorado, The Bridge at Longmont is a senior living community offering nursing home care, assisted living, and skilled nursing services. Having multiple levels of care under one roof allows residents to remain in the same community if their care needs change over time. The community is operated by Longmont Assisted Living LLC, with Meredith Brady serving as the administrator and Kurt Blalock as the Chief Operating Officer.

The community has 70 beds, which is a moderately sized option. Residents and staff can become familiar with one another while still enjoying a variety of shared amenities. The Bridge at Longmont has served the local community for more than 25 years. Residents can choose from studio and one-bedroom residences. Both standard and deluxe floor plans are available for different preferences and budgets.

Daily support includes a 24-hour emergency response system, medication management, and transportation services for appointments and local errands. Residents also have access to restaurant-style dining, a wellness center, a hair salon and barbershop, a craft room, a library, and lounge areas with fireplaces. These shared spaces provide opportunities to relax, socialize, and enjoy hobbies without leaving the community.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 62, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while other errands and outings require a short drive. Families considering The Bridge at Longmont may find this balance of walkability and nearby conveniences helpful when planning regular visits.

Contact The Bridge at Longmont

Overview of Garden Plaza of Aurora

Garden Plaza of Aurora is a continuum-of-care senior living community located at 14221 E Evans Avenue in the Southeast Crossing neighborhood of Aurora, Colorado. Operated by Arapahoe Assisted Living Investors, LLC under administrator Alicia Murray, the three-story community is pet-friendly and has served local seniors for 25 years in proximity to the Jewell VA Clinic.

The community features 90 beds and offers private senior apartments in one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts. It is structured as a continuum-of-care campus, allowing residents to transition seamlessly between independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing services as their health needs change.

Daily life at the resort-style campus is supported by numerous wellness and recreational features, including an on-site restaurant, a Jacuzzi, a putting green, a dedicated massage suite, a beauty salon, and a robust social activities calendar. Residents receive regular wellness checks, on-site physician visits, scheduled transportation, and housekeeping services.

The neighborhood carries a walk score of 42, indicating a car-dependent setting where family members or staff will typically need a vehicle for off-site chores and errands.

Families exploring placement options can contact the Evans Avenue administrative office directly to arrange a tour or inquire about specific physical, occupational, or speech therapy programs available on site.

Contact Garden Plaza of Aurora

Overview of North Shore Health & Rehab Facility

Owned by North Shore Manor, North Shore Health & Rehab Facility is a nursing home in Loveland, Colorado. Its location at West 29th Street is in a highly walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 88, making it easy for families and visitors to navigate the surrounding area while walking.

The 120-bed home specializes in rehabilitation and short-term post-acute care, with dedicated physical therapy services on-site. The care team includes registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses providing roughly 4 hours and 20 minutes of combined care per resident each day. This level of hands-on support helps residents recover from surgery, hospitalization, or illness.

Residents are served with comforts and connection. An on-site chef prepares nutritious meals, with housekeeping and laundry services to support residents’ comfort. Amenities include a salon for hair and nail care, a chapel for residents who want to observe their faith, and transportation services for appointments and outings. There are also complimentary WiFi and landscaped gardens for residents who want to stay connected or spend quiet time outdoors.

State inspections reviewed clinical care and facility standards, with particular attention to infection control practices, pain management, and sanitation. Staffing responsiveness to resident needs and prompt care were also reviewed. These are ongoing areas of focus for the home, just like in other skilled nursing facilities.

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Overview of Someren Glen Assisted Living

A 55-bed community offering short-term rehabilitation care and ongoing assisted living support is Someren Glen Assisted Living in Centennial, Colorado. It provides 24-hour nursing supervision with licensed nurses on staff, making it suitable for residents needing post-hospital or post-surgery recovery, along with daily activities assistance.

Someren Glen Assisted Living balances care with an active lifestyle via wellness programs and robust life enrichment activities. Dining is flexible and restaurant-style, with freshly made meals that accommodate gluten-friendly and vegetarian preferences. Practical amenities include weekly housekeeping and personal laundry services, plus community spaces designed for social connection and engagement: a library, salon and nail spa, fitness center, woodshop, resident gardens, and games lounges. The property is in a somewhat walkable neighborhood where some errands are accessible on foot, with various local amenities nearby.

The facility, for families considering a short-term rehabilitation stay or longer-term care, offers nursing oversight and a lifestyle approach encouraging residents to stay active and engaged.

Contact Someren Glen Assisted Living

Overview of Prestige Care Center of Pueblo

Prestige Care Center of Pueblo is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Pueblo, Colorado. Serving Pueblo County residents at 1601 Constitution Road, the facility offers long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, and respite care. 24-hour staffing is available.

Restaurant-style dining with an in-room dining option and connectivity and entertainment services are among the amenities. More offerings are safety and convenience features and private and semi-private room configurations.

Near the city’s medical corridor, the community is built for long- and short-term skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation in Pueblo. Families should request the latest survey report from the facility or through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Health Facilities Division.

Contact Prestige Care Center of Pueblo

Overview of Westlake Care Community
Westlake Care Community is located in Lakewood, CO. It specializes in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, providing a comfortable environment with medical and emotional support. The community emphasizes the importance of relationships and well-being among its residents.

Contact Westlake Care Community

Overview of Mountain Vista Senior Living Community

Live a blissful retirement at Mountain Vista Senior Living Community, a dedicated community in Wheat Ridge, CO, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community has well-thought-out and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents find the right accommodation according to their preferences. Residents also receive the highest quality of care tailored to their personal needs from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock.

With a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community’s wide range of care and extensive amenities create the ideal setting for residents to age with dignity in a vibrant and welcoming environment.

Contact Mountain Vista Senior Living Community

Overview of The Chateau at Sharmar Village

Entering an assisted living community doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your independence and autonomy. At Sharmar Village’s The Chateau, their professional and friendly staff collaborates with each resident to ensure that they receive the helping hand they need and want. This allows seniors to choose the level of assistance they’d prefer, ranging from full supervision such as bathing and dressing, to minimal assistance with housekeeping here and there, alongside medical management.

This grants seniors in need of assisted living homes in Pueblo, Colorado,  a better sense of fulfillment and independence in their golden years, allowing them to invest their time in relaxation, recreation, and socialization among fellow residents.

Contact The Chateau at Sharmar Village

Overview of The Bridge at Colorado Springs

Operated by Colorado Springs Retirement Operations, The Bridge at Colorado Springs is a 65-bed senior living community on International Circle in the city’s southeast part. Serving residents for 56 years, it’s housed in a three-story building where all residents are accommodated in private rooms. This provides a more personalized living environment and privacy.

The facility offers a full care continuum: assisted living, skilled nursing, and nursing home services in one place. This lets occupants age in place and transition between care levels without relocating, making it an especially pragmatic option for families wanting extensive senior care solutions. The ability to provide multiple levels of care also means the home can serve residents with varying health needs and circumstances. The location sits in a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 61, so most trips need transportation, but some errands and daily needs can be finished on foot. This positioning balances the convenience of nearby amenities with the residential area’s quieter character, which many seniors prefer to more busy or commercial settings. The neighborhood’s proximity to Colorado Springs’ central areas makes it convenient for occupants and visiting family members.

An in-person tour of The Bridge at Colorado Springs is the best way to learn more about amenities, services, dining options, activities, and staffing. Visiting will give you and your dearest one a direct sense of its atmosphere, room configurations, meal services, daily programming, and the diligent care approach. You’ll also be able to meet staff members and observe how the facility is run daily.

Contact The Bridge at Colorado Springs

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.