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Our editorial team analyzed 30 nursing homes in Denver, CO using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in CO
Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.2/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Denver, CO. 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:3.2/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Denver, CO. 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:2.4/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Denver, CO. 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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableAL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
$8.3M*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.
54.2%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$7.5M*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.
$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.
60.2%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$10.3M*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.
$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.
58.9%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$13.5M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$9.0M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
67.2%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$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.
Rank badges are statewide: each nursing home is ranked against every CO nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 30 analyzed for Denver. See how we rank facilities
Overview of City Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
City Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a 150-bed SNF in Denver serving residents who need post-acute rehabilitation and continuous nursing care. Located at 1667 Saint Paul St in a walker’s paradise neighborhood with a Walk Score of 95, the community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, offering flexible coverage options for families.
The facility maintains 150 beds with strong occupancy at 88 percent. Residents stay 138 days on average, indicating a mix of short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care. The community is well-staffed for hands-on care, with total nursing support averaging 2 hours 47 minutes per resident daily. This includes registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses working across three shifts to ensure consistent attention. Clinically, City Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center focuses on rehabilitation services with in-house therapy and maintains a physician on staff to oversee medical needs. The 24-hour staffing model means occupants get support 24/7, whether for post-surgical recovery, orthopedic rehab, or active skilled nursing care. The neighborhood location near downtown Denver and strong transit access make it convenient for family visits and access to community resources.
If City Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is considered by families for a loved one’s care, they should tour it to see the rooms, meet the care team, and talk about particular rehabilitation goals or active care needs directly with the personnel.
Crestmoor Care Center is committed to exceptional services tailored to each resident’s needs. The facility fosters community and belonging by supporting every resident’s pursuit of new possibilities. It provides transportation to local hospitals and physician appointments.
Amberwood Post Acute is an 88-bed nursing home located at 4686 E Asbury Avenue in Denver, Colorado. Run by Centennial Master Tenant, the building stays busy with an 87 percent occupancy rate. Stays here average 141 days, showing that the staff splits its time between short-term therapy cases and long-term medical care. On the financial side, the billing office takes traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, and private funds.
The surrounding Asbury Circle neighborhood is great for walking, scoring a 95 out of 100, so family members can easily step out and run quick errands on foot when they come by. Inside, nurses and aides spend about 2 hours and 58 minutes giving direct, hands-on care to each resident every day. This round-the-clock team uses the on-site therapy gym for post-hospital physical rehab and handles complex wound care. The building itself is set up with large shared living rooms and open outdoor courtyards.
State inspectors have noted repeat issues on recent surveys with infection control, medication tracking, and basic resident safety, which the facility’s management is required to fix.
Interested individuals can call the front desk to see if there are any open beds, ask about how the wound care admissions work, or pick a morning to come look around the property and courtyards.
Overview of City Scape Rehabilitation & Care Center
City Scape Rehabilitation & Care Center is a 60-bed nursing home situated on Forest Street in Denver, Colorado. Owned by Lllp Forest Street Ltc, the building operates at an 81 percent occupancy rate. Residents stay an average of 202 days, indicating an operational focus that balances short-term post-hospital rehabilitation with long-term skilled nursing placements. To manage expenses, the billing department handles state Medicaid, traditional Medicare, and standard private payments.
The surrounding Denver neighborhood is exceptionally walkable, scoring a 95 out of 100, which allows visiting families to easily access local services and shops entirely on foot. Inside the facility, residents receive an average of 3 hours and 48 minutes of direct nursing care each day from a round-the-clock team of RNs, LPNs, and aides. This floor crew manages structured physical rehab and exercise programs, while on-site operations handle laundry, housekeeping, and local medical transportation.
Government regulators keep tabs on the property via periodic health and safety reviews. The administrative team must keep daily nursing routines and building operations aligned with state guidelines to remain in compliance with regional healthcare laws.
Families can contact the admissions office directly to verify room openings, inquire about the rehabilitation schedules, or book a time to tour the Forest Street campus.
Westwood Post Acute offers nursing home, hospice care, memory care, and skilled nursing in Denver, CO. Its skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports residents who need end-of-life services, and the combination of memory care and skilled nursing may suit a resident whose needs include both cognitive supervision and ongoing clinical care.
Westwood Post Acute has 85 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3h 30m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted; Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence. Jonathan Creason serves as administrator, and North Star Healthcare operates the community.
A Walk Score of 95 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby destinations independently. Rehabilitation services and an on-site rehabilitation gym allow residents to receive therapy without arranging transportation elsewhere. Rubato Music Therapy gives residents access to a named music-based program, while complex wound management and psychiatric care address specific clinical needs. Courtyards and common areas provide designated outdoor and shared spaces for daily use.
Hilltop Park Post Acute is a 160-bed nursing home in Denver, Colorado, owned by Jonathan Ashcroft. The average stay here is about 73 days, meaning the daily workflow centers around short-term post-hospital therapy and temporary clinical recovery rather than long-term residence. To handle room and medical billing, the administrative staff works with private funds, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.
The surrounding Denver neighborhood is moderately walkable, scoring a 53 out of 100, so visitors can handle a few local errands on foot, while most trips require a car. Inside the facility, residents receive an average of 2 hours and 51 minutes of direct nursing care every day from a 24-hour floor crew of RNs, LPNs, and aides. This clinical team provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy, with shared or private room layouts available for incoming patients.
Recent inspection filings noted operational and clinical findings regarding medication administration, respiratory care, wound treatments, staff training, and how the facility communicates with residents and their families, which the administration is responsible for tracking and correcting.
Prospective representatives can call the main intake department to verify open beds, ask about specific therapy schedules, or plan a time to walk through the building.
Highline Post Acute is a 135-bed nursing home on East Iliff Avenue in Denver, owned by Mathew Pearce. People stay here for an average of 198 days, so the daily routine combines long-term residential care with short-term post-hospital recovery. To handle room rates and therapy fees, the front office coordinates payments through private funds, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.
The surrounding neighborhood is a highly pedestrian-friendly area that scores a 95 out of 100 for walkability, making it easy for visitors to park and run quick errands on foot. Inside, the floor crew logs an average of 3 hours and 6 minutes of direct, hands-on care per resident each day. This round-the-clock team of registered nurses, practical nurses, and aides uses a large on-site therapy gym to run physical rehab programs and manages complex wound care.
State regulators monitor the property through routine health checks, and recent inspection and complaint filings highlighted issues concerning resident injuries, safety incidents, environmental safety procedures, and medication administration. Interested individuals can call the front desk to see how the management team has addressed these safety findings, ask about open beds, or schedule a time to walk through the therapy gym and common areas.
Zacharie Mbida owns Brookshire Post Acute, a 67-bed nursing home in Denver, Colorado. The building stays mostly full, operating at roughly 90 percent occupancy. Stays average 226 days, showing that the daily operation balances ongoing long-term care with short-term post-hospital recovery. To handle room and therapy costs, the business works with standard private pay, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.
Visiting families will find the surrounding neighborhood highly accessible, given its walk score of 95 out of 100, which makes walking to nearby spots simple. On the floor, the staff provides about 3 hours and 29 minutes of direct, hands-on care per resident every day. This round-the-clock crew runs specialized programs for memory care, short-term physical rehabilitation, and complex wound treatments, while the kitchen serves up a variety of meals to meet different dietary needs.
State inspectors evaluate the building through regular compliance checks, and their recent filings noted problems with medication oversight, staff training, care plan records, building systems, and general resident safety.
Prospective representatives can discuss these specific regulatory records with the intake coordinator by calling the front office, where they can also ask about current open beds or coordinate a look around the facility.
Overview of South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation
South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation in Denver provides skilled nursing, nursing home care, and short term rehabilitation. Skilled nursing gives residents access to nursing care, while short term rehabilitation supports recovery after an illness, injury, or hospital stay. Long term care is also available for residents who need ongoing support.
The community has 106 beds. In house therapy keeps rehabilitation services on site, so residents can receive therapy without arranging outside appointments. A doctor is on staff, and payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Jonathan Boarman serves as administrator, and Avalanche Healthcare operates the community. South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation may be a good fit for someone who needs short term rehabilitation or ongoing nursing home care in the same setting.
Overview of South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation
South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation is a modern care center located in Denver, CO. It offers skilled nursing and in-house therapy services tailored to individual needs. The facility features a variety of activities and a commitment to quality care.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Denver, CO
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 30 nursing homes in Denver, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Denver, CO?
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 Denver, CO, 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 Denver, CO?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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