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Nursing Home
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation is located in Aurora, Colorado, providing exceptional care for residents. The facility offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Daily activities are tailored to residents' interests, fostering a positive and uplifting environment.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
108
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
78.6%
Residents per day (avg)
98
Occupancy rate
78.6%
Residents per day (avg)
98
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
16% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
55% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$11.8M
Profit
$5.5M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$11,797,650.00
Profit
$5,455,413.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$6.3M
108-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Colorado averageOccupied beds
85 / 108
Average residents
72 per day
License details
Facility type
Snf/nf Dual Certification
Status
Active
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
065001
Ownership & operating entity
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation is administrated by Keating, Marissa.
Owner name:
SWEETWATER AURORA OPCO LLC
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Nursing Services, Activities, Social Services, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy
Inspection History
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.
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Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
8
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Jun 2025
Total health citations
52
Colorado average 24.8
Citations per inspection
6.5
Colorado average 5.2
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
38 of 52 citations resulted from standard inspections; 9 of 52 resulted from complaint investigations; and 5 of 52 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
9
9
329% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
0 critical citations
9 serious citations
43 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jun 26, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Jun 26, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 26, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 26, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 26, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 26, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights serious citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jun 26, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Jun 26, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Aurora The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
Advanced Health Care Of Aurora
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.
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).
Aurora (Utah Park)
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84.3%
+10%
4.11
+6%
1
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Cortez, Daniel
$15,5M
$5,1M
33%
65393
Garden Terrace at Aurora
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.
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).
Aurora
119
77.5%
+1%
4.36
+13%
0
11
0
97
A+
46
Weeter, Jerry
$12,5M
$6,8M
54.2%
65266
Aviva at Fitzsimons
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.
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).
Aurora (Morris Heights)
100
80.2%
+5%
3.04
-21%
2
28
3
69
-
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Kcp Aurora, Llc
$34,8M
$9,9M
28.6%
65430
Lowry Hills Care 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.
AURORA
108
78.6%
+3%
3.23
-16%
3
52
9
98
-
-
Sweetwater Care Opco Llc
$11,8M
$5,0M
42.5%
65001
Cardan Manor
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.
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).
Aurora (The Conservatory at the Plains)
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
145
Employees
137
Contractors
8
Staff to resident ratio
1.54:1
19% worse than Colorado averageColorado average ratio: 1.91:1
Avg staff/day
50
Average shift
8.7 hours
5% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 8.3 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
39,605
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
27
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
21
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
53
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.4%
146 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 5
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 53 | 0 | 53 | 17,841 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 0 | 21 | 6,361 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 22 | 5 | 27 | 3,813 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,076 | 83 | 91% | 7.7 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,237 | 91 | 100% | 10 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,531 | 81 | 89% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,058 | 66 | 73% | 7.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 696 | 60 | 66% | 7.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 656 | 76 | 84% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 516 | 62 | 68% | 8.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 1 | 2 | 473 | 50 | 55% | 9.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 340 | 68 | 75% | 5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 38 | 12 | 13% | 3.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 25 | 15 | 16% | 1.7 |
53 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
21 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
27 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
12 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
91%
9 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days
100%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
89%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
73%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
66%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
84%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
2 Dietitian
% of Days
68%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
55%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
58%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
75%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
13%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
16%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
94 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
8 residents (8.5%)
Medicaid
86 residents (91.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
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.
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.
4.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.0
56% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 9.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
7.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
7.6
60% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.1%
62% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.4%
68% better 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
11.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
11.2%
52% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.1%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.1%
5% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.5%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.2%
19% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.4%
26% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
24.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
24.1%
28% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.3%
9% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.79
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.79
38% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.30
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.37
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.37
18% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.67
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
72.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
72.9%
5% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.9%
20% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
30.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
30.1%
48% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 20.3%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
17.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
17.1%
34% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 12.8%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
50.0%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
50.0%
7% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
37.4%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
37.4%
26% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$13K
66% lower than Colorado averageColorado average: $40K
Number of fines
3
35% more fines than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.2
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$13K
Colorado average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 6, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 6, 2023
$3K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 18, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 18, 2023
$1K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 26, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 26, 2023
$10K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
78.6%
↑ 7.7pp vs 2022
Net Income
$5,455,413
↑ ~$4.3M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,069,933
↑ ~$416K vs 2022
Profit Margin
46.2%
↑ 34.1pp vs 2022
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