6270 W 38TH AVE, WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033
Phone: (303)421-2272
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 78 | Est. Occupancy: 82% (~14 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
Last Updated: November 2025
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About Nursing Homes in WHEAT RIDGE
WHEAT RIDGE, Colorado has 4 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2 stars. 0 facilities earn the top five-star rating, while facilities average 0 RN hours per resident per day.
WHEAT RIDGE Quick Facts:
- •75% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
- •1 nonprofit facilities (25% of market)
- •100% of facilities have abuse violations
- •Average facility size: 104 beds (mid-size facilities)
Nursing Home Costs in WHEAT RIDGE
Nursing home costs in WHEAT RIDGE, Colorado average $330-$383 per day ($9,900-$11,490/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 9% above the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents. Some facilities also participate in Veterans Aid & Attendance programs for qualifying veterans and spouses.
Market Overview
WHEAT RIDGE's nursing homes include 75% for-profit, 25% nonprofit facilities.
Choosing a Nursing Home in WHEAT RIDGE
Note that 4 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding.
All nursing homes in WHEAT RIDGE are licensed and inspected by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Health First Colorado covers nursing home care for eligible Colorado residents. For advocacy and complaints, contact the Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-303-862-3524. Colorado law requires nursing homes to maintain minimum staffing ratios, conduct quarterly inspections, and report all incidents to state authorities. Families can file complaints with the Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which investigates concerns about quality of care, resident rights, and facility conditions.
All Nursing Homes in WHEAT RIDGE
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Showing 4 of 4 facilities in WHEAT RIDGE
2920 FENTON ST, WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80214
Phone: (303)238-0481
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 65 | Est. Occupancy: 90% (~7 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
3835 HARLAN ST, WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033
Phone: (303)422-1533
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 103 | Est. Occupancy: 85% (~16 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars
4800 TABOR ST, WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033
Phone: (303)421-4161
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 168 | Est. Occupancy: 54% (~77 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 2/5 StarsAbuse Issues
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