Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

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Whether you need short-term rehab and transitional care or long-term skilled nursing care, Summit Rehabilitation & Care Community is here to help. As a skilled nursing community, they provide specialized care for those in need of memory care, speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and respiratory therapy. Their on-site physician services ensure that their residents receive the medical attention they need as well. They also specialize in Post-Hospitalization Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Care, stroke recovery, chronic condition management, and more.
The home is located near the beautiful Aurora Reservoir, one of the largest parks in the city. Residents can enjoy the outdoors and all the activities the park has to offer. Additionally, they are close to the Aurora Center of Active Adults, which offers jewelry-making classes, educational classes, massage services, and much more. Summit Rehabilitation & Care Community prides itself on providing a warm and supportive environment for their residents, and they are exceptionally good at it.
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
73% of new residents, often for short stays.
12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Jul 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.
15 of 23 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 23 resulted from complaint investigations.
Colorado average: 0.4
Colorado average: 2.1
Summit Rehabilitation and Care Community is located in Aurora, Colorado.
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2.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Aurora's city center to Summit Rehabilitation and Care Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.82 miles to nearest hospital (UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital)
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Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
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
222 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 54 | 0 | 54 | 18,691 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 0 | 24 | 6,248 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 21 | 1 | 22 | 5,767 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,438 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 13 | 0 | 13 | 2,698 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,974 | 81 | 89% | 8.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 2 | 6 | 1,598 | 74 | 81% | 8.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,040 | 72 | 79% | 8.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,012 | 68 | 75% | 8.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 985 | 78 | 86% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 904 | 68 | 75% | 8.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 638 | 74 | 81% | 8.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 381 | 65 | 71% | 5.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 60 | 13 | 14% | 4.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 16 | 18% | 1.9 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
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)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Aug 2, 2023 · 17 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
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 | ||||
| Summit Rehabilitation and 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. | Aurora (Sunny Vale) | 110 | 92.7% | +21% | 2.98 | +4% | -23% | $0 | 23 | 3.3 | 1 | 105 | 70 | - | $17.1M | $7.4M | 43.4% | 65176 | ||||
| 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 |
Historical financial and operational data for Summit Rehabilitation and Care Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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Summit Rehabilitation and Care Community is in the Sunny Vale neighborhood.
Summit Rehabilitation and Care Community has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
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Yes — Summit Rehabilitation and Care Community is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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