Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on May 2025

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Experience the serene oasis of the Garden Terrace at Aurora, where compassion and expertise intersect to provide unparalleled skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Ensconced in a welcoming suburban community, the facility offers a refreshing escape for memory care patients seeking top-notch care.
Whether one requires short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, their team of in-house therapists and nurses is dedicated to providing personalized care that helps residents flourish. Their homelike atmosphere creates a sense of comfort and ease, providing the perfect space for recovery, rest, and peace.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
In Colorado, the Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division is the regulatory body that performs unannounced surveys and publishes facility inspection findings.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | CO Average | vs. CO Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 18 | 30 | This facility has 40% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Colorado nursing home (18 vs. CO avg 30).↓ 40% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 4.5 | 7.5 | This facility has 40% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Colorado nursing home (4.5 vs. CO avg 7.5).↓ 40% better |
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with repeated failures to protect residents from physical abuse and ongoing issues in medication management, infection control, and dementia care. The most recent inspection on December 9, 2025, cited one deficiency for inadequate monitoring and documentation of a resident’s wandering behavior related to dementia. Earlier investigations substantiated multiple abuse incidents, medication errors exceeding 5%, improper vaccine storage, and wound care lapses, showing persistent challenges across safety and clinical care areas.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsColorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Colorado average 24.8
Colorado average 5.2
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 11 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 11 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 11 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Colorado average: 0.4
Colorado average: 2.1
Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
97 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 59 | 0 | 59 | 19,198 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 26 | 0 | 26 | 8,156 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 4,698 | 91 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,935 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,727 | 74 | 81% | 9.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 503 | 62 | 68% | 8.1 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 479 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 466 | 56 | 62% | 8.3 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 58 | 64% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 374 | 61 | 67% | 6.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 343 | 66 | 73% | 5.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 339 | 54 | 59% | 6.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 1 | 6 | 328 | 49 | 54% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 47 | 3 | 3% | 15.6 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 4 | 0 | 4 | 36 | 27 | 30% | 1.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 3 | 3% | 11.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 22 | 6 | 7% | 3.6 |
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
17% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
42% of new residents, often for short stays.
40% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Garden Terrace at Aurora based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
3.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Aurora's city center to Garden Terrace at Aurora's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.74 miles to nearest hospital (Children's Hospital Colorado - Pediatric Gastroenterology)
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Garden Terrace at Aurora is located in Aurora, Colorado.
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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
| Cadence Aurora |
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. | Aurora (Utah Park) | 54 | 84.3% | +10% | 4.11 | -17% | +6% | $8.7k | 6 | 2.0 | 1 | 51 | - | 44 | Daniel Cortez | $15.5M | $6.2M | 39.9% | 65393 | ||||
| Garden Terrace at Aurora |
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.
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. | Aurora (South Potomac Street) | 119 | 77.5% | +1% | 4.36 | -30% | +13% | $0 | 11 | 2.8 | - | 97 | A+ | 46 | Jerry Weeter | $12.6M | $8.2M | 65.1% | 65266 | ||||
| Aviva at Fitzsimons |
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. | Aurora (Morris Heights) | 100 | 80.2% | +5% | 3.04 | +49% | -21% | $9.3k | 28 | 4.0 | 3 | 69 | - | 31 | Kcp Aurora, LLC | $34.9M | $13.9M | 39.9% | 65430 |
Garden Terrace at Aurora is in the South Potomac Street neighborhood of Aurora.
Garden Terrace at Aurora has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
(303) 750-8418 will put you in contact with the team at Garden Terrace at Aurora.
Yes — Garden Terrace at Aurora is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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