Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Aurora, Colorado
3 of 11 nursing homes in Aurora (27%) meet our strict criteria. The Colorado statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 4 caution · 4 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,354
across 11 facilities
High Risk Facilities
4
4 Grade F
$185,523 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/11
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Aurora, Colorado, is adequate, with 11 facilities and only 3 recommended. Families should be cautious, as 4 facilities are in the avoid tier due to a combined total of $135,365 in fines, highlighting the importance of thorough research before choosing a care option.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK (95) — Beth Israel at Shalom Park shines with a Trust Score of 95/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 5★. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community focus and provides exceptional care, reflected in its A+ grade and zero fines, making it a top choice for residents and families alike.
- 2 GARDEN TERRACE ALZHEIMER'S CENTER OF EXCELLENCE (93) — Garden Terrace Alzheimer's Center of Excellence boasts a strong Trust Score of 93/100 and an excellent CMS 5★ rating, ensuring high-quality care for its 120 residents. With an A grade and no fines, this for-profit facility stands out for its specialized services in Alzheimer's care.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 3 SPRINGS AT ST ANDREWS VILLAGE, THE (80) — The Springs at St Andrews Village offers a comfortable environment with a CMS 5★ rating, highlighting its commitment to quality care. Despite a Trust Score of 80/100 and a B+ grade, the lack of fines and focus on personalized services make it a viable option for residents.
The other 8 Aurora facilities didn't qualify — 4 carry Grade D or F ratings and 6 have fines totaling $185K.
Recommended
Beth Israel at Shalom Park shines with a Trust Score of 95/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 5★. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community focus and provides exceptional care, reflected in its A+ grade and zero fines, making it a top choice for residents and families alike.
Garden Terrace Alzheimer's Center of Excellence boasts a strong Trust Score of 93/100 and an excellent CMS 5★ rating, ensuring high-quality care for its 120 residents. With an A grade and no fines, this for-profit facility stands out for its specialized services in Alzheimer's care.
The Springs at St Andrews Village offers a comfortable environment with a CMS 5★ rating, highlighting its commitment to quality care. Despite a Trust Score of 80/100 and a B+ grade, the lack of fines and focus on personalized services make it a viable option for residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Aurora Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 8?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 4 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 6 Have fines totaling $185,523
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Aurora Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Aurora's city average is 3.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
6 of 11 Aurora facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Aurora avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Aurora facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Aurora, CO are recommended?
3 of 11 nursing homes in Aurora (27%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Aurora "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Aurora?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.