Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Fort Collins, Colorado
1 of 8 nursing homes in Fort Collins (13%) meet our strict criteria. The Colorado statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 5 avoid · data
City Average
2.9
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
753
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
5
5 Grade F
$227,214 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Fort Collins, Colorado, is adequate but has significant concerns, with 5 out of 8 facilities in the avoid tier due to a total of $211,727 in fines. Families should carefully evaluate options, as only 12% of facilities are recommended, with the top-rated option being Good Samaritan Society – Fort Collins Village.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY -- FORT COLLINS VILLAGE (83) — Good Samaritan Society – Fort Collins Village shines with a Trust Score of 83/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community-focused care with zero fines and a solid Grade of B+, ensuring a nurturing environment for its 64 residents.
The other 7 Fort Collins facilities didn't qualify — 5 carry Grade D or F ratings and 6 have fines totaling $227K.
Recommended
Good Samaritan Society – Fort Collins Village shines with a Trust Score of 83/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community-focused care with zero fines and a solid Grade of B+, ensuring a nurturing environment for its 64 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 | Fort Collins Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.9 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 7?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 5 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 6 Have fines totaling $227,214
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Fort Collins Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Fort Collins's city average is 2.9 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
6 of 8 Fort Collins facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Fort Collins avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Fort Collins facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Fort Collins, CO are recommended?
1 of 8 nursing homes in Fort Collins (12%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Fort Collins "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 Fort Collins?
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.