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Riverdale Post Acute

2311 E Bridge St, Brighton, CO 80601 · Adams County

Riverdale Post Acute is a short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility in Brighton, CO. We are dedicated to providing personalized rehabilitation and nursing services to all who enter our doors. Our healthcare professionals strive to help our residents reach their maximum potential in a caring and supportive…

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 88% full (92 of 105 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Brighton

Riverdale Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Brighton, CO, with 105 certified beds and an average of about 92 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.39 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.52 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 27 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.39 hrs/resident/day)
•27 deficiencies at last survey
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Brighton options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 105
Avg. residents/day: 92
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Pacs Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 065378

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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.39; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.52; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 40.3%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 27
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-03-26
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (38 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-22Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-02-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2026-01-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2026-01-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-12-01Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-12-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-03-26Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

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
2025-03-26	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Library
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

2311 E Bridge St, Brighton, 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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Common questions about Riverdale Post Acute

How much does Riverdale Post Acute cost?

Riverdale Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Brighton, 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 Riverdale Post Acute's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Riverdale Post Acute 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Riverdale Post Acute?

Staff provide about 3.39 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Riverdale Post Acute?

Riverdale Post Acute has 38 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Riverdale Post Acute have availability?

Typically 88% full (92 of 105 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Riverdale Post Acute offer?

Riverdale Post Acute in Brighton, CO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 105 beds.

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