Best Nursing Homes in Lakewood, CO

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27 homes in Lakewood, CO

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Colorado Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Lakewood, Colorado: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.

13 facilities compared · CMS & CO Dept. of Health data

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Woodlake Legacy Senior Living	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Lakewood (Foothills)	131 Facility 131 CO AVG 77 Rank #68 / 535	51.4% Facility 51.4% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #147 / 185	-33%	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	71 Facility 71 CO AVG 51 Rank #208 / 874		$7.6M Facility $7.6M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #148 / 182	$3.1M Facility $3.1M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #166 / 182	41% Facility 41% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #153 / 182	65374
Cedars Healthcare Center Rehab, Skilled Nursing & Short Term Care		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Lakewood (Edgewood)	130 Facility 130 CO AVG 77 Rank #69 / 535	26.2% Facility 26.2% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #177 / 185	-66%	4.04 Facility 4.04 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #56 / 177				-15%	+5%	$41.4k Facility $41.4k CO AVG $39.2k Rank #138 / 182	44 Facility 44 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #165 / 182	5.5 Facility 5.5 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #109 / 182	3	34	A+	77 Facility 77 CO AVG 51 Rank #138 / 874	Snh Proj Lincoln Trs LLC	$9.3M Facility $9.3M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #122 / 182	$7.4M Facility $7.4M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #65 / 182	79.4% Facility 79.4% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #4 / 182	65202
Westlake Care Community		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Lakewood (South Alameda)	69 Facility 69 CO AVG 77 Rank #278 / 535	45.0% Facility 45.0% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #152 / 185	-41%	3.98 Facility 3.98 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #56 / 177				+3%	+3%	$0 Facility $0 CO AVG $39.2k Rank #1 / 182	12 Facility 12 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #25 / 182	4.0 Facility 4.0 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #59 / 182	1	64	A+	85 Facility 85 CO AVG 51 Rank #56 / 874	Mark Bedinger	$7.1M Facility $7.1M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #155 / 182	$4.5M Facility $4.5M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #137 / 182	62.7% Facility 62.7% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #39 / 182	65171
Cambridge Care Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Lakewood (South Alameda)	100 Facility 100 CO AVG 77 Rank #166 / 535	29.0% Facility 29.0% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #172 / 185	-62%	3.50 Facility 3.50 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #102 / 177				-5%	-9%	$8.2k Facility $8.2k CO AVG $39.2k Rank #83 / 182	16 Facility 16 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #46 / 182	2.7 Facility 2.7 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #22 / 182	1	29	A+	85 Facility 85 CO AVG 51 Rank #56 / 874	Pamela Smith	$11.4M Facility $11.4M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #100 / 182	$6.0M Facility $6.0M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #93 / 182	52.6% Facility 52.6% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #101 / 182	65296
Western Hills Health Care Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Lakewood (Morse Park)	103 Facility 103 CO AVG 77 Rank #154 / 535	84.2% Facility 84.2% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #65 / 185	+10%	3.74 Facility 3.74 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #84 / 177				+22%	-3%	$0 Facility $0 CO AVG $39.2k Rank #1 / 182	22 Facility 22 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #80 / 182	5.5 Facility 5.5 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #109 / 182	-	90	-	84 Facility 84 CO AVG 51 Rank #68 / 874	Amy Goeglein	$11.9M Facility $11.9M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #89 / 182	$7.8M Facility $7.8M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #53 / 182	65.7% Facility 65.7% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #19 / 182	65209
Lakewood Villa		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Lakewood (South Alameda)	57 Facility 57 CO AVG 77 Rank #333 / 535	87.7% Facility 87.7% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #48 / 185	+15%	3.82 Facility 3.82 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #76 / 177				+36%	-1%	$104.1k Facility $104.1k CO AVG $39.2k Rank #172 / 182	22 Facility 22 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #80 / 182	2.8 Facility 2.8 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #26 / 182	5	52	A	85 Facility 85 CO AVG 51 Rank #56 / 874	-	$6.6M Facility $6.6M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #160 / 182	$3.8M Facility $3.8M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #151 / 182	57.9% Facility 57.9% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #70 / 182	65408
Bethany Nursing and Rehab		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Lakewood	170 Facility 170 CO AVG 77 Rank #26 / 535	65.3% Facility 65.3% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #128 / 185	-15%	3.24 Facility 3.24 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #134 / 177				-5%	-16%	$235.9k Facility $235.9k CO AVG $39.2k Rank #181 / 182	65 Facility 65 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #180 / 182	8.1 Facility 8.1 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #162 / 182	11	108	-	57 Facility 57 CO AVG 51 Rank #392 / 874	-	$14.7M Facility $14.7M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #54 / 182	$9.4M Facility $9.4M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #25 / 182	64.1% Facility 64.1% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #26 / 182	65248
Villa Manor Care Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Lakewood	110 Facility 110 CO AVG 77 Rank #111 / 535	71.5% Facility 71.5% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #114 / 185	-7%	3.91 Facility 3.91 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #68 / 177				-6%	+1%	$0 Facility $0 CO AVG $39.2k Rank #1 / 182	27 Facility 27 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #115 / 182	4.5 Facility 4.5 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #78 / 182	-	77	-	70 Facility 70 CO AVG 51 Rank #227 / 874	Developers Investment Company Inc	$13.7M Facility $13.7M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #61 / 182	$8.0M Facility $8.0M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #49 / 182	58.5% Facility 58.5% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #64 / 182	65092
Ahc of Lakewood LLC		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Lakewood	36 Facility 36 CO AVG 77 Rank #401 / 535	75.2% Facility 75.2% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #100 / 185	-2%	5.12 Facility 5.12 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #17 / 177				+12%	+33%	$72.6k Facility $72.6k CO AVG $39.2k Rank #160 / 182	7 Facility 7 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #11 / 182	7.0 Facility 7.0 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #146 / 182	-	30	-	68 Facility 68 CO AVG 51 Rank #260 / 874	Mauricio Waintrub	$9.2M Facility $9.2M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #124 / 182	$4.1M Facility $4.1M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #144 / 182	44.6% Facility 44.6% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #134 / 182	65435
Allison Care Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Lakewood (South Alameda)	85 Facility 85 CO AVG 77 Rank #227 / 535	76.1% Facility 76.1% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #93 / 185	0%	3.54 Facility 3.54 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #102 / 177				-18%	-8%	$1.7k Facility $1.7k CO AVG $39.2k Rank #66 / 182	18 Facility 18 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #63 / 182	4.5 Facility 4.5 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #78 / 182	3	76	-	85 Facility 85 CO AVG 51 Rank #56 / 874	-	$8.9M Facility $8.9M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #129 / 182	$5.5M Facility $5.5M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #105 / 182	62% Facility 62% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #44 / 182	65297
Mapleton Post Acute		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Lakewood	90 Facility 90 CO AVG 77 Rank #204 / 535	79.3% Facility 79.3% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #79 / 185	+4%	3.08 Facility 3.08 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #143 / 177				-38%	-20%	$0 Facility $0 CO AVG $39.2k Rank #1 / 182	31 Facility 31 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #129 / 182	5.2 Facility 5.2 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #99 / 182	1	70	-	69 Facility 69 CO AVG 51 Rank #244 / 874	Dontre Mcdonald	$7.8M Facility $7.8M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #147 / 182	$4.8M Facility $4.8M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #132 / 182	61.8% Facility 61.8% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #46 / 182	65097
Lakewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Lakewood	108 Facility 108 CO AVG 77 Rank #126 / 535	-	-	-				+2%	-	$49.1k Facility $49.1k CO AVG $39.2k Rank #150 / 182	34 Facility 34 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #140 / 182	8.5 Facility 8.5 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #166 / 182	3	19	-	75 Facility 75 CO AVG 51 Rank #158 / 874	Austin Birrell	$18.2M Facility $18.2M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #33 / 182	$7.0M Facility $7.0M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #68 / 182	38.6% Facility 38.6% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #166 / 182	65400
Sierra Post Acute		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Lakewood (South Alameda)	102 Facility 102 CO AVG 77 Rank #158 / 535	88.2% Facility 88.2% CO AVG 76.5% Rank #46 / 185	+15%	4.30 Facility 4.30 CO AVG 3.86 Rank #39 / 177				-15%	+11%	$12.9k Facility $12.9k CO AVG $39.2k Rank #92 / 182	34 Facility 34 CO AVG 24.8 Rank #140 / 182	4.3 Facility 4.3 CO AVG 5.2 Rank #68 / 182	7	89	-	85 Facility 85 CO AVG 51 Rank #56 / 874	Jarom Eberhard	$10.3M Facility $10.3M CO AVG $11.2M Rank #109 / 182	$6.3M Facility $6.3M CO AVG $4.9M Rank #86 / 182	60.8% Facility 60.8% CO AVG 46.6% Rank #50 / 182	65272

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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.

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5 weighted categories
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Weighting overview

35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment

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

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

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

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

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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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 27 nursing homes in Lakewood, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, 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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