Nursing Homes in Rocky Ford, Colorado
Rocky Ford has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 101 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Colorado's state average of 3.1 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-0.14 vs state
Total Beds
101
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
1 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
40 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Rocky Ford
Pioneer Health Care Center
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About Nursing Home Care in Rocky Ford
Rocky Ford, CO, is not an ideal market for nursing home care. The standout is Pioneer Health Care Center, but it has serious issues that overshadow any potential benefits. Unfortunately, this facility has a Grade F rating and has received abuse citations, which raises significant concerns about the quality of care provided. Overall, families should approach Rocky Ford's nursing home options with caution, as the market is lacking in reliable and safe facilities.
While there are no clear recommendations for nursing homes in Rocky Ford, families might want to consider exploring neighboring cities like La Junta or Fowler for better options. Unfortunately, in Rocky Ford, there are no facilities with clean records or strong ratings to visit. In fact, with only one facility available, families are encouraged to expand their search beyond the city to find a place that prioritizes the well-being of residents.
Families should skip Pioneer Health Care Center due to its troubling history of abuse citations and its overall Grade F rating. When visiting nursing homes, regardless of location, always take the time to observe the environment, ask pointed questions about staff-to-resident ratios, and assess the general demeanor of both staff and residents. This hands-on approach can provide invaluable insight into the quality of care being provided.
Rocky Ford at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • 1 facility with abuse citations
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Rocky Ford is stable
Questions Rocky Ford Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Rocky Ford avg is 0.67 hrs (40 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Rocky Ford facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Rocky Ford, Colorado
Rocky Ford, Colorado's Otero County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 101 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Rocky Ford vs. Colorado: Near State Average
Rocky Ford nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Colorado's statewide average of 3.14 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as 1 facility has significant concerns.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Rocky Ford, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Rocky Ford
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Rocky Ford facilities average 0.67 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Rocky Ford resident receives approximately 40 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Rocky Ford facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: An All For-Profit Market
Rocky Ford has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Rocky Ford may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Rocky Ford perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Colorado cities for additional options. The following Colorado cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Denver — 23 facilities
- Colorado Springs — 20 facilities
- Lakewood — 13 facilities
- Aurora — 11 facilities
- Pueblo — 9 facilities
- Fort Collins — 8 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Rocky Ford, Colorado?
Rocky Ford has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 101 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is below Colorado's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Rocky Ford?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Rocky Ford include:
- • Pioneer Health Care Center — Grade F, 20/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Rocky Ford nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Rocky Ford as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Rocky Ford Nursing Homes
Rocky Ford offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.