Facility type
Snf/nf Dual Certification
Status
Active
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Nursing Home
Thornton Care Center
Thornton Care Center is a senior care facility located in Thornton, Colorado. It focuses on providing excellent care with kindness and integrity. The center encourages potential residents to schedule a tour to experience the services offered.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
101
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
67.9%
Residents per day (avg)
70
Occupancy rate
67.9%
Residents per day (avg)
70
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
13% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Private pay
49% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
38% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 - 3 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$11.7M
Operating loss
-$1.2M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$11,730,838.00
Operating loss
$-1,245,890.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.9M
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.
$10.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.0M
101-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
License details
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
065193
Ownership & operating entity
Thornton Care Center is administrated by Vargas, Moises.
Owner name:
THORNTON CARE CENTER LLC
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
7
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Total health citations
62
Citations per inspection
8.86
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
33 of 62 citations resulted from standard inspections; 8 of 62 resulted from complaint investigations; and 21 of 62 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
2
2
400% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
5
5
138% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
2 critical citations
5 serious citations
55 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care serious citation
Sep 02, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Sep 02, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Sep 02, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Apr 01, 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 Colorado
The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
Thornton Care Center
+22%
-13%
-11%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
CO 80229-2101
101
67.9%
$11,573,133.00
$2,913,212.00
25.2%
70.40
3.3690
4
62
7
+22%-13%-11%
Adventhealth Avista
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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114
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-
-
-
-
-
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-
Adventhealth Castle Rock
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-
90
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Adventhealth Littleton
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-
231
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Adventhealth Parker
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-
179
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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Thornton Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
CO 80229-2101
Bed Count:
101
CCN:
65193
Occupancy:
67.9%
Home Revenue:
$11,573,133.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,913,212.00
Payroll %:
25.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
70.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.3690
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
4
Citations:
62
Severe Citations:
7
RN share vs State Avg:
+22%
+22%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-13%
-13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-11%
-11%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
103
Total Staff
100
Employees
3
Contractors
24,867
Total Hours (Quarter)
32
Avg Staff/Day
8.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 9.5 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 9.7 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 37 | 8.8 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
74 staff
9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
3 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
15 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.3%
of total hours from contractors
79 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 37 | 0 | 37 | 11,287 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 3,752 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 3,437 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,554 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,039 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 593 | 65 | 71% | 9.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 506 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 63 | 69% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 405 | 58 | 64% | 6.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 344 | 43 | 47% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 284 | 61 | 67% | 4.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 72 | 3 | 3% | 24 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 52 | 7 | 8% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 40 | 8 | 9% | 4.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 2% | 2.3 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
61 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
3 residents (4.9%)
Medicaid
58 residents (95.1%)
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.
4.6
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.6
49% 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.
11.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
11.5
39% better 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
8.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
8.7%
46% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.5%
56% 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
18.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.2%
22% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.9%
14% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
0.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
0.9%
76% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.2%
38% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
9.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
9.1%
27% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.6%
33% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
88.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
88.1%
6% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.2%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
69.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
69.1%
10% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.2%
201% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
54.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
54.3%
28% worse 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.
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
$21K
46% 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
$21K
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 19, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 19, 2024
$6K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 20, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 20, 2024
$12K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 26, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 26, 2023
$4K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Thornton Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
67.9%
↓ 2.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1,245,890
↓ ~$538K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,251,416
↑ ~$302K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-10.8%
↓ 2.3pp vs 2022
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