Denver, CO · 63 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Very limited availability
One of Denver's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,790–$13,160/mo
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Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the
3835 Harlan St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 · Jefferson County
56
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 79% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Wheat Ridge
Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Wheat Ridge, CO, with 103 certified beds and an average of about 81 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.26 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.50 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $46,150 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (2.26 hrs/resident/day)
- •$46,150 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Wheat Ridge, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 103
- Avg. residents/day
- 81
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- The Ensign Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 065292
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,790–$13,160/mo (median $11,130) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Denver prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 2.26
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.50
- National avg ≈ 0.75
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 4
- Federal fines
- 1 ($46,150)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-11
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-11Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
2024-04-26Severity L — immediate jeopardyPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
2024-04-26Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2024-04-26Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
2024-04-26Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-26 | Fine | $46,150 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
3835 Harlan St, Wheat Ridge, CO
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the
How much does Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the cost?
Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wheat Ridge, CO area typically runs $9,790–$13,160 per month (median $11,130, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the?
Staff provide about 2.26 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the?
Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the have availability?
Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the offer?
Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood, the in Wheat Ridge, CO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 103 beds.
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