Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (69% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 months.
Operated by Sunny Acres Healthcare LLC, The Villas at Sunny Acres is a skilled nursing and assisted living community in Thornton, Colorado. The community offers three tiers of care: skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living, making it a flexible option for families whose needs might shift over time. It’s led by Administrator Katie Madigan and Executive Director Lisa Beagle, and takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
The community is a 36-bed residence with a 92.6 percent occupancy rate, indicating robust local demand. It sits in a moderately walkable neighborhood where some errands can be finished on foot, making it reasonably convenient for visiting family. The average stay length is 88 days, reflecting a mix of short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term residents. The facility, clinically speaking, offers in-house rehabilitation services and therapy, making it a grounded choice for residents healing from surgery or illness. Daily nursing support totals roughly 3 hours 2 minutes per resident, with care provided by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nurse aides. The Villas at Sunny Acres provides religious services, which may be a valuable addition to daily life for residents who cherish that support. The facility serves the Thornton area with a moderate footprint, focused on hands-on care.
An on-site tour, for families exploring choices in northern Colorado, can help determine whether its combination of care levels and therapies aligns with their particular needs.
The Villas at Sunny Acres is administered by Katie Madigan.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
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Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
24 of 32 citations resulted from standard inspections; 5 of 32 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 32 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 80 | 0 | 80 | 25,201 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 6,592 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 5,292 | 92 | 100% | 9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,024 | 92 | 100% | 6.8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,849 | 72 | 78% | 7.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,281 | 90 | 98% | 7.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,715 | 66 | 72% | 9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,462 | 80 | 87% | 7.4 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,440 | 56 | 61% | 7.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,134 | 90 | 98% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,093 | 80 | 87% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,065 | 65 | 71% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 891 | 78 | 85% | 6.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 710 | 75 | 82% | 8.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 558 | 62 | 67% | 9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 513 | 66 | 72% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 494 | 63 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 3% | 4.1 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
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
Mar 11, 2024 · $20K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
19% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
69% of new residents, often for short stays.
12% 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
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
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 The Villas at Sunny Acres from 2012–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (69% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
2.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Thornton's city center to The Villas at Sunny Acres's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
| The Villas at Sunny Acres | NH AL IL MC | Thornton | - | 36 | A+ | 50 | - |
| Lamar Estates, LLC | NH | Lamar | - | 60 | A+ | 55 | - |
| Columbine Commons | NH AL | Windsor | - | 60 | A+ | 75 | - |
| Brighton Care Center | NH AL | Brighton | - | 108 | A+ | 70 | - |
| Cedars Healthcare Center Rehab, Skilled Nursing & Short Term Care | NH | Lakewood (Edgewood) | - | 130 | A+ | 77 | - |
The legal owner and operator of The Villas at Sunny Acres is Sunny Acres Healthcare Llc.
The Villas at Sunny Acres has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
The Villas at Sunny Acres's occupancy is 93%.
The Villas at Sunny Acres is registered as a for-profit in CO.
Katie Madigan is the administrator of The Villas at Sunny Acres.
The Villas at Sunny Acres has 36 beds.
Yes — there are 5 photos of The Villas at Sunny Acres in the photo gallery on this page.
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