Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Littleton, Colorado
1 of 5 nursing homes in Littleton (20%) meet our strict criteria. The Colorado statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 3 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
514
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$21,187 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Littleton, Colorado, is limited, with only 5 facilities and just 1 recommended option, indicating a challenging environment for families seeking care. It's important to note that while Orchard Park Health Care Center has a decent rating, there are cautionary and avoid tiers due to fines and limited choices.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 ORCHARD PARK HEALTH CARE CENTER (75) — Orchard Park Health Care Center boasts a solid CMS rating of 4 stars and a Trust Score of 75/100, showcasing its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, this facility emphasizes patient safety and satisfaction, making it a reliable choice for families seeking a supportive environment.
The other 4 Littleton facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $21K.
Recommended
Orchard Park Health Care Center boasts a solid CMS rating of 4 stars and a Trust Score of 75/100, showcasing its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, this facility emphasizes patient safety and satisfaction, making it a reliable choice for families seeking a supportive environment.
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 | Littleton Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $21,187
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Littleton 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?"
Littleton's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 5 Littleton facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Littleton avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Littleton 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 Littleton, CO are recommended?
1 of 5 nursing homes in Littleton (20%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Littleton "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 Littleton?
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.