Total health inspections
4
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Nov 2024
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons
Nursing Home
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons
Nursing Home
The Fitzsimons Veterans Community Living Center in Aurora is a sanctuary for the nation’s heroes. This facility serves veterans, their spouses, widows, and even Gold Star parents. They offer long-term care, Alzheimer’s care, end-of-life or hospice services, and short-term rehabilitation. The transition for residents and families is seamless, ensuring their needs with utmost respect and dignity.
At Fitzsimons, they believe that loneliness and boredom have no place in a veteran’s life. They boast a library, a beauty shop, and homey dining rooms. The housekeeping and laundry services are helpful, allowing residents to concentrate on their well-being. In addition to these amenities, the center has an onsite pharmacy and works closely with social services and discharge planning. Physicians are also available around the clock to ensure residents receive the best care possible. At Fitzsimons, veterans receive the care and respect they deserve. They are honored for their service, punctuated by high-caliber care.
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.
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.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational 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.
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
180
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
70.1%
Residents per day (avg)
132
Occupancy rate
70.1%
Residents per day (avg)
132
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
13% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
80% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Medicaid
7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 - 5 years
Finances and operations
Governmental home
State
Home revenue
$44.7M
Surplus of revenue
$1.2M
Governmental home
State
Home revenue
$44,738,672.00
Surplus of revenue
$1,205,260.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$12.9M
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.
$30.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$43.3M
180-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 67 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
License Status
ActiveOwnership & operating entity
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons is administrated by SIMMONS, RAENELL LYNN.
Owner:
STATE OF COLORADO
Types of Care at Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons
Skilled Nursing
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Hospice Care
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
Advanced Health Care Of Aurora
-17%
+6%
+10%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (Utah Park)
54
No
-
21
CORTEZ, DANIEL
84.3%
$15,471,163.00
$5,106,817.00
33%
51.40
4.1090
1
6
1
-17%+6%+10%
Garden Terrace at Aurora
-30%
+13%
+1%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora
119
No
A+
46
WEETER, JERRY
77.5%
$12,472,615.00
$6,756,314.00
54.2%
96.90
4.3572
-
11
-
-30%+13%+1%
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons
-30%
+45%
-8%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
HC
Hospice Care
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (Fitzsimons)
180
No
-
67
MILLER, LYNNE
70.1%
$44,122,218.00
$12,937,052.00
29.3%
132.00
5.5854
3
24
3
-30%+45%-8%
Aviva at Fitzsimons
+49%
-21%
+5%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (Morris Heights)
100
No
-
31
KCP AURORA, LLC
80.2%
$34,768,096.00
$9,941,283.00
28.6%
69.30
3.0370
2
28
3
+49%-21%+5%
Cardan Manor
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (The Conservatory at the Plains)
-
No
-
4
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Advanced Health Care Of Aurora
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Aurora (Utah Park)
Bed Count:
54
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
CORTEZ, DANIEL
CCN:
65393
Occupancy:
84.3%
Home Revenue:
$15,471,163.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,106,817.00
Payroll %:
33%
Avg Residents/Day:
51.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1090
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
6
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-17%
-17%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+10%
+10%
Garden Terrace at Aurora
Type of care:
AL
MC
SNF
Community:
Aurora
Bed Count:
119
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
WEETER, JERRY
CCN:
65266
Occupancy:
77.5%
Home Revenue:
$12,472,615.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,756,314.00
Payroll %:
54.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
96.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.3572
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
11
RN share vs State Avg:
-30%
-30%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+13%
+13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+1%
+1%
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons
Type of care:
AL
HC
MC
SNF
Community:
Aurora (Fitzsimons)
Bed Count:
180
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MILLER, LYNNE
CCN:
65380
Occupancy:
70.1%
Home Revenue:
$44,122,218.00
Payroll Costs:
$12,937,052.00
Payroll %:
29.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
132.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
5.5854
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
3
Citations:
24
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
-30%
-30%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+45%
+45%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Aviva at Fitzsimons
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Aurora (Morris Heights)
Bed Count:
100
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
KCP AURORA, LLC
CCN:
65430
Occupancy:
80.2%
Home Revenue:
$34,768,096.00
Payroll Costs:
$9,941,283.00
Payroll %:
28.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
69.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.0370
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
28
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
+49%
+49%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%Places of interest near Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons
1.9 miles from city center — 0.35 miles to nearest hospital (UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital)
1919 Quentin Street, Aurora, CO 80045, United States1919 Quentin Street, Aurora, CO 80045
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
192
Total Staff
140
Employees
52
Contractors
65,367
Total Hours (Quarter)
88
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 18 | 8.5 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 37 | 8.3 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 99 | 8.2 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
154 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
14 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
11 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
6 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
16%
of total hours from contractors
10,466 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 38
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Licensed Practical Nurse: 11
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 61 | 38 | 99 | 30,993 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 26 | 11 | 37 | 11,560 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 7,266 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 13 | 0 | 13 | 5,444 | 91 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,573 | 86 | 95% | 7.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,248 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,782 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 838 | 63 | 69% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 458 | 53 | 58% | 8.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 452 | 66 | 73% | 6.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 431 | 57 | 63% | 7.6 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 421 | 54 | 59% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 395 | 57 | 63% | 6.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 349 | 61 | 67% | 5.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 160 | 20 | 22% | 8 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
24
Citations per inspection
6
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
17 of 24 citations resulted from standard inspections; 6 of 24 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 24 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
1
1
52% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
2 critical citations
1 serious citation
21 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Nov 21, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Nov 21, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Nov 21, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Nov 21, 2024
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.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Individual
Part of: Veterans Community Living Centers
Resident Census by Payment Source
129
Total Residents
Medicare
1
(0.8%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
27
(20.9%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
101
(78.3%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
21
Total Specialty Beds
11.7%
of Bed Capacity
21
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds ⓘ
11.7%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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.
11.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.1
23% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 9.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.0
17% worse 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
19.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.7%
23% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
22.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
22.4%
32% worse 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
23.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.9%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.8%
74% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.6%
7% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.5%
141% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.9%
25% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.3%
41% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.0%
36% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
88.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
88.0%
6% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.6%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.81
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.81
39% 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.
1.43
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.43
14% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.67
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
34.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
34.2%
55% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
6.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
6.6%
368% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
60.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
60.6%
20% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
5.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
5.0%
549% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.8%
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
$103K
161% higher 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
$103K
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.
Jul 28, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 28, 2023
$34K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 28, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 28, 2023
$45K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 27, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 27, 2023
$24K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
70.1%
↑ 3.5pp vs 2023
Net Income
$1,205,260
↑ ~$3.8M vs 2023
Total Payroll
$18,813,393
↑ ~$2.5M vs 2023
Profit Margin
2.7%
↑ 9.5pp vs 2023
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