Total health inspections
3
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Columbine Commons
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Colorado, CO
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Columbine Commons
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Colorado, CO
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Columbine Commons accepts Medicare and private pay.
Overview of Columbine Commons
Discover a comfortable living with Columbine Commons located in Fort Collins, CO. This senior living community offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing services. Beautifully designed and cozy accommodations are available and tailored to the needs of its residents. Having a competent and compassionate team, this community ensures convenience and security of its residents at all times. As for skilled nursing, the community partners with two local hospital organizations, Banner and UCHealth to provide the highest quality of services to its residents.
Offering exceptional care services such as therapy, infusion, home care, and Columbine Medical Equipment, along with its outstanding programs including Centre Pharmacy for immediate medication needs, Chaplains for spiritual care, and transportation services for appointments and activities, seniors can never go wrong with Columbine Commons.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 16th out of 177 homes in Colorado. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 16th out of 177 homes in Colorado. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 11m per day
Rank #16 / 177Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 177 homes in Colorado. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Colorado average, with a ranking across 177 Colorado SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Colorado avg
+34%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 31m per day |
Types of Care at Columbine Commons
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
80.2%
Rank #81 / 182Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 81st out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Colorado average, with its Statewide rank out of 182. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
46 days
Occupancy rate
80.2%
Rank #81 / 182Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 81st out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Colorado average, with its Statewide rank out of 182. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
46 days
Walk Score: 75 / 100 Rank #53 / 187Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd out of 187 homes in Colorado. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Colorado SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community
CMS Certification Number65410
Transportation Services
Community-Centered Values
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
7
Rank #11 / 182Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Colorado State average, with a ranking across all 182 CO SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Colorado average 24.8
Citations per inspection
2.33
Rank #8 / 182Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Colorado mean across 182 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Colorado average 5.2
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 7 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
0
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
Citations history (last 4 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Oct 12, 2023
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Oct 12, 2023
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
247
Employees
193
Contractors
54
Staff to resident ratio
4.84:1
154% better than Colorado average
Avg staff/day
42
Average shift
7.9 hours
5% worse than Colorado average
Total staff hours (quarter)
30,389
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
50
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
31
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
67
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
7.3%
2,212 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 18
Certified Nursing Assistant: 12
Licensed Practical Nurse: 11
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 55 | 12 | 67 | 10,247 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 32 | 18 | 50 | 5,069 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 11 | 31 | 4,547 | 91 | 99% | 9.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1,525 | 92 | 100% | 6.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,383 | 76 | 83% | 7.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 959 | 44 | 48% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 8 | 6 | 14 | 932 | 79 | 86% | 5.5 |
| Dietitian | 3 | 0 | 3 | 883 | 59 | 64% | 7.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 12 | 3 | 15 | 761 | 69 | 75% | 5.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 759 | 65 | 71% | 9.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 10 | 2 | 12 | 689 | 76 | 83% | 5.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 623 | 46 | 50% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 485 | 52 | 57% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 6 | 2 | 8 | 431 | 76 | 83% | 4.8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 422 | 50 | 54% | 8.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 3 | 0 | 3 | 328 | 41 | 45% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 5 | 0 | 5 | 303 | 43 | 47% | 4.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 2 | 2% | 11.8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 5 | 5% | 3.9 |
67 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
50 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
31 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
99%
10 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
11 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
83%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
48%
14 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
86%
3 Dietitian
% of Days
64%
15 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
75%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
71%
12 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
83%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
50%
4 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
57%
8 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
83%
2 Administrator
% of Days
54%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
45%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
47%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
2%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
5%
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.3
47% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 9.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
24.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
24.2
29% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.4%
21% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.3%
61% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 17.0%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.9%
11% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
8.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
8.9%
167% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.7%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.7%
124% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.4%
342% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.1%
60% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.9%
46% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.0%
9% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
7% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.8%
29% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.6%
84% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.8%
31% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
24 days
Private pay
55% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
51
Medicare
12
23.5% of residents
Private pay or other
39
76.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Columbine Commons based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
80.2%
↑ 33.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$3.2M
↓ ~$821.9K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$8.6M
↑ ~$3.3M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-30.6%
↑ 10.1pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a single business entity.
Home revenue
$13.2M
Operating loss
-$3.2M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a single business entity.
Home revenue
$13.2M Rank #66 / 182Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Colorado SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$3.2M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #41 / 182Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Colorado average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$8.6M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #41 / 182Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Colorado average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$16.3M
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 321 / 340 / 371 / 384 / 437 sq. ft
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
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1.5 miles from city center
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Columbine Commons is located in Windsor, Colorado.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbine Commons
Is Columbine Commons in a walkable area?
Columbine Commons has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at Columbine Commons?
Columbine Commons's occupancy is 80.2%.
Are there photos of Columbine Commons?
Yes — there are 12 photos of Columbine Commons in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Columbine Commons?
Columbine Commons is located at 1475 Main St, Windsor, CO 80550, United States.
What is the phone number of Columbine Commons?
(970) 449-5540 will put you in contact with the team at Columbine Commons.
Is Columbine Commons Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Columbine Commons is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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