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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Villa Manor Care Center
NH
SNF
Lakewood
110
Facility 110
CO AVG 93
Rank #61 / 233
71.7%
Facility 71.7%
CO AVG 73.2%
Rank #92 / 142
-2%
3.76
Facility 3.76
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #78 / 203
B+ -6%-3%
$0
Facility $0
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #1 / 211
28
Facility 28
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #122 / 205
4.7
Facility 4.7
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #90 / 205
-79-
70
Facility 70
CO AVG 59
Rank #94 / 256
Developers Investment Company Inc
$11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #55 / 180
$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #48 / 180
65.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 65.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #41 / 180
65092
Columbine Commons
NH
Windsor
60
Facility 60
CO AVG 93
Rank #166 / 233
96.2%
Facility 96.2%
CO AVG 73.2%
Rank #10 / 142
+31%
3.92
Facility 3.92
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #65 / 203
? +44%+2%
$0
Facility $0
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #1 / 211
7
Facility 7
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #9 / 205
2.3
Facility 2.3
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #13 / 205
-58A+
75
Facility 75
CO AVG 59
Rank #78 / 256
Palmer Withrow
$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #105 / 180
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #62 / 180
81.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 81.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #9 / 180
65410
Briarwood Health Care Center
NH
RC
SNF
Denver
201
Facility 201
CO AVG 93
Rank #6 / 233
44.0%
Facility 44.0%
CO AVG 73.2%
Rank #125 / 142
-40%
4.38
Facility 4.38
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #39 / 203
A- -10%+13%
$9.1k
Facility $9.1k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #103 / 211
22
Facility 22
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #99 / 205
5.5
Facility 5.5
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #122 / 205
588A+
95
Facility 95
CO AVG 59
Rank #4 / 256
Life Care Centers Of America, Inc
$9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #74 / 180
$6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #64 / 180
68.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 68.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #27 / 180
65255
Broadview Health and Rehabilitation
NH
SNF
Greeley
100
Facility 100
CO AVG 93
Rank #98 / 233
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
CO AVG 73.2%
Rank #29 / 142
+25%-A -37%-
$0
Facility $0
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #1 / 211
15
Facility 15
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #46 / 205
2.5
Facility 2.5
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #27 / 205
191-
76
Facility 76
CO AVG 59
Rank #73 / 256
Dexter Creek Healthcare, Inc
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #91 / 180
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #133 / 180
45.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #163 / 180
65219
Forest Ridge Health and Rehab LLC
NH
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Woodland Park
80
Facility 80
CO AVG 93
Rank #138 / 233
98.1%
Facility 98.1%
CO AVG 73.2%
Rank #2 / 142
+34%
3.40
Facility 3.40
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #132 / 203
A- -13%-12%
$0
Facility $0
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #1 / 211
15
Facility 15
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #46 / 205
3.8
Facility 3.8
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #63 / 205
179-
69
Facility 69
CO AVG 59
Rank #105 / 256
Forest Ridge Health And Rehab LLC
$8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #112 / 180
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #111 / 180
61.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #71 / 180
65418
Englewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation
NH
MC
SNF
Englewood
82
Facility 82
CO AVG 93
Rank #133 / 233
88.4%
Facility 88.4%
CO AVG 73.2%
Rank #34 / 142
+21%
3.34
Facility 3.34
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #148 / 203
A- -17%-14%
$0
Facility $0
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #1 / 211
16
Facility 16
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #51 / 205
5.3
Facility 5.3
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #111 / 205
373-
82
Facility 82
CO AVG 59
Rank #52 / 256
Cherry Hills Healthcare, Inc
$10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #61 / 180
$6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #72 / 180
59.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 59.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #92 / 180
65077
Centre Avenue Health and Rehab Facility
NH
Fort Collins
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 93
Rank #115 / 233
35.6%
Facility 35.6%
CO AVG 73.2%
Rank #132 / 142
-51%
3.36
Facility 3.36
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #132 / 203
? +16%-13%
$0
Facility $0
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #1 / 211
6
Facility 6
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #6 / 205
2.0
Facility 2.0
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #8 / 205
232A+
73
Facility 73
CO AVG 59
Rank #83 / 256
Centre Avenue Health And Rehab LLC
$13.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #28 / 180
$7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #45 / 180
56.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 56.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #120 / 180
65377
Frasier Retirement Community
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
SNF
Boulder (Frasier Meadows)
54
Facility 54
CO AVG 93
Rank #190 / 233
86.3%
Facility 86.3%
CO AVG 73.2%
Rank #44 / 142
+18%
5.61
Facility 5.61
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #12 / 203
? +49%+45%
$49.2k
Facility $49.2k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #179 / 211
7
Facility 7
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #9 / 205
2.3
Facility 2.3
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #13 / 205
247A+
65
Facility 65
CO AVG 59
Rank #125 / 256
Nikki Lewis
$9.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #86 / 180
$14.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $14.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #3 / 180
163%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 163%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #2 / 180
65324
Continuing Care at Wind Crest
NH
AL
IL
MC
Highlands Ranch (Westridge)
44
Facility 44
CO AVG 93
Rank #209 / 233
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
CO AVG 73.2%
Rank #24 / 142
+26%
5.40
Facility 5.40
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #16 / 203
? +9%+40%
$0
Facility $0
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #1 / 211
7
Facility 7
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #9 / 205
2.3
Facility 2.3
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #13 / 205
-41-
31
Facility 31
CO AVG 59
Rank #221 / 256
Wind Crest, Inc
$7.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #121 / 180
$33.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $33.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #1 / 180
430.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 430.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #1 / 180
65409
Cherrelyn Healthcare Center
NH
SNF
Littleton
190
Facility 190
CO AVG 93
Rank #7 / 233
88.4%
Facility 88.4%
CO AVG 73.2%
Rank #34 / 142
+21%
2.54
Facility 2.54
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #196 / 203
B- -13%-34%
$0
Facility $0
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #1 / 211
37
Facility 37
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #163 / 205
9.3
Facility 9.3
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #195 / 205
7168A+
78
Facility 78
CO AVG 59
Rank #67 / 256
Snh Co Tenant LLC
$20.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #3 / 180
$13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #4 / 180
64.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 64.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #44 / 180
65203

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Overview of Villa Manor Care Center

Villa Manor Care Center is a nursing home offering skilled nursing in Lakewood, CO. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while individualized care plans organize services around each resident’s documented needs. The center has been serving the community since 1971 and has 110 beds.

Villa Manor Care Center provides rehabilitation services and short-term rehabilitation, giving someone who needs a limited recovery stay access to skilled care and therapy without a long-term nursing home placement. Rehabilitation equipment includes the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill, which supports walking exercises with reduced weight bearing. Religious services are also available for residents who wish to attend.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 46m per resident/day, representing the recorded daily hands-on nursing time for each resident. Families can pay through Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay; Medicare can help cover eligible short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help families whose savings do not cover a long stay. Villa Manor Care Center may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing or rehabilitation during a defined recovery period.

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Overview of Columbine Commons

Columbine Commons is a nursing home in Windsor, CO, providing residential care for people who need ongoing help with daily needs and clinical support. A nursing home setting can suit a resident whose care needs require regular assistance and nursing services.

The home has 60 licensed beds, giving families a clear sense of its capacity. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 55 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Medicare and private pay, so eligible residents may use Medicare or families may pay directly for care; transportation services are available through the community, and pets are allowed for residents who want to live with a pet.

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Overview of Briarwood Health Care Center

Operating for 40 years, Briarwood Health Care Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and respite care in Denver, CO. Licensed nurses provide ongoing clinical support for older adults’ needs. Rehabilitation services are also available to provide recovery-focused care that aims to improve residents’ functionality. Those seeking a short-term stay are also welcome through respite care.

The center has 201 beds, with a 44% occupancy. Residents also receive a total of 4 hours and 23 minutes of nursing care daily. Moreover, Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, so eligible residents may use public coverage while other families can pay directly. Andrew Ryan Van Gorder serves as administrator, while Life Care Centers of America operates the community.

Meanwhile, its Walk Score is 95, making it a Walker’s Paradise and allowing residents to conveniently access nearby amenities by walking.

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Overview of Broadview Health and Rehabilitation

Broadview Health & Rehabilitation, situated in Greeley, Colorado, offers a warm and nurturing environment, functioning as a trusted nursing home dedicated to exceptional senior care. Their compassionate staff, well-versed in the latest medical advancements, ensures residents receive top-notch care. Equipped with cutting-edge medical equipment and staffed by highly trained professionals, including a full medical team available around the clock, families can rest assured that their loved ones are in capable hands.

This 100-bed community specializes in various services, ranging from short-term rehabilitation to long-term care, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite care. It is a Medicare and Medicaid certified facility, emphasizing their commitment to providing comprehensive and high-quality care for residents. For families seeking a reliable and reputable long-term nursing home or long-term care facility, Broadview Health & Rehabilitation emerges as a top choice, ensuring seniors receive the care and support they deserve.

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Overview of Forest Ridge Health and Rehab

Forest Ridge Health and Rehab in Woodland Park, Colorado, provides long-term nursing care, skilled nursing support, memory care, palliative services, and respite stays. Secured units offer continuous supervision to protect individuals experiencing memory loss, while palliative care prioritizes comfort and symptom management. Short-term respite admissions offer temporary care to give primary family caregivers time away.

Administrator Holden Brett Grandstaff manages the 80-bed facility. Direct care records indicate an average of 3 hours and 24 minutes of nursing time assigned per resident daily. On-site amenities include a salon for grooming services, a secured outdoor terrace, and coordinated transportation for scheduled medical appointments.

Payment choices encompass Medicare for short-term rehabilitation, Medicaid for extended residence, and private pay. Located in an area with a 69 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood allows residents to complete certain routine errands on foot.

Families researching extended clinical care or short-term caregiver support can get in touch with Forest Ridge Health and Rehab to inquire about bed availability, discuss funding guidelines, or schedule a tour.

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Overview of Englewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation

Englewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation offers nursing home care, memory care, and skilled nursing in Englewood, Colorado. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Short term rehabilitation and long term care are both available, so a resident may receive recovery focused support for a limited stay or ongoing nursing care.

In house therapy allows rehabilitation services to take place at the facility rather than requiring outside transportation. The home has 82 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 20 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

A Walk Score of 82 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. David Dunyon serves as administrator, and Cherry Hills Healthcare operates the community. The combination of cognitive supervision, licensed nursing, and rehabilitation may suit a resident whose needs include more than one of these supports.

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Overview of Centre Avenue Health and Rehab Facility

Centre Avenue Health and Rehab Facility is a nursing home in Fort Collins, CO. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing oversight and help with daily needs, while 24-hour staffing means staff are present around the clock. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs ongoing nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, or a temporary respite stay.

Short-term rehabilitation and rehabilitation services provide therapy during recovery. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs temporary coverage, such as during travel or recovery.

Centre Avenue Health and Rehab Facility opened in 1971 and has 90 beds. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted: Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, and private pay means using personal funds.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 21m per resident/day, representing the total nurse time assigned per resident each day. Clinton C. Dale is the administrator.

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Overview of Frasier Retirement Community

Frasier Retirement Community is a continuing care retirement community in Boulder, Colorado, offering independent living, assisted living, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Because these care levels are available within one community, a resident whose needs grow may be able to move between them without leaving the community or starting over socially. The range may suit someone who wants independent living now but may need more support later.

The community has 54 beds, with one bedroom and two bedroom housing options. A one bedroom layout provides space for one resident, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Frasier Retirement Community is in the Frasier Meadows neighborhood.

Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock. Respite care is also available for short stays when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Total nurse staffing is 5h 36m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time available per resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, with Medicare applying to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. A Wellness Center and rehabilitation services give residents access to these services through the community. Dining uses a community specific menu shaped by resident preferences and local seasonal ingredients, while salon and spa services allow residents to arrange grooming and spa appointments within the community.

Pets are allowed. With a Walk Score of 65 out of 100, the area is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands without a car.

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Overview of Continuing Care at Wind Crest

Continuing Care at Wind Crest offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Highlands Ranch, CO. Nursing home care includes on-site nursing support, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 44 beds, so it is smaller in scale and gives staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 5h 24m per resident per day, which represents the amount of daily nurse time allocated to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted. Kelsey J Ficca serves as administrator, and Wind Crest operates the community.

Fitness and indoor aquatics spaces give residents places to exercise, while walking paths offer an on-site route for walks. Transportation services are available for residents who need a ride, and rehabilitation services support recovery and functional needs. Respite care provides short-term stays when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed.

A Medical Center is part of the community. With a Walk Score of 31, the area is dependent on cars, so most errands require a car or a ride. The combination of independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care may be a good fit for someone whose needs change over time without requiring a move to another community.

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Overview of Cherrelyn Healthcare Center

Cherrelyn Healthcare Center offers round-the-clock skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and short-term stays in a beautifully furnished and landscaped facility. Located in Littleton, their staff is dedicated to providing compassionate care and ensuring that residents feel respected. 
The facility is not only clean and spacious but also has a pleasant scent that adds to the overall atmosphere. They provide an array of amenities such as a library, game rooms, Wi-Fi, fitness and wellness programs, and transportation services. They also take care of the mundane tasks such as laundry and housekeeping so that seniors can focus on enjoying their time. With a cheerful and vibrant atmosphere, Cherrelyn Healthcare Center goes beyond providing basic care and strives to create a home-like environment for seniors.

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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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • 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
No paid rankings Facilities cannot pay to influence placement.
How we're paid: If we help you find a home and you move in, that home may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
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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 225 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.

Nursing Homes in Colorado at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.1/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Colorado. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.0/ 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