Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Rifle, Colorado
1 of 2 nursing homes in Rifle (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Colorado statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
146
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$32,975 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Rifle, Colorado, is adequate, with 2 total facilities and only 1 recommended. Families should note that while GRAND RIVER HEALTH CARE CENTER has a strong rating (A, 5★), there is one facility with significant fines totaling $32,975, warranting caution.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 GRAND RIVER HEALTH CARE CENTER (93) — Grand River Health Care Center stands out with an exceptional CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. The A grade reflects their commitment to quality care, while their non-profit status emphasizes a strong community focus, making it a top choice for residents seeking compassionate support.
The other 1 Rifle facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $32K.
Recommended
Grand River Health Care Center stands out with an exceptional CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. The A grade reflects their commitment to quality care, while their non-profit status emphasizes a strong community focus, making it a top choice for residents seeking compassionate support.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Rifle 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 1?
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
- 1 Have fines totaling $32,975
Questions Rifle 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?"
Rifle's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Rifle facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Rifle avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Rifle 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 Rifle, CO are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Rifle (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Rifle "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 Rifle?
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.