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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Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons
1919 Quentin St, Aurora, CO 80045 · Adams County
40
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 70% 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
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 Aurora
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Aurora, CO, with 180 certified beds and an average of about 127 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 0.37 total nurse hours per resident each day, below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $79,467 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (0.37 hrs/resident/day)
- •$79,467 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Aurora options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 180
- Avg. residents/day
- 127
- Ownership
- For profit - Individual
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 065380
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| 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
- 0.37
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.00
- 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)
- 8
- Federal fines
- 2 ($79,467)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2024-11-21
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-11-21Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-11-21Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2024-11-21Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
2024-11-21Severity 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.
2024-11-21Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2024-11-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2024-11-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
2024-11-21Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-07-28 | Fine | $34,467 |
| 2023-06-28 | Fine | $45,000 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
1919 Quentin St, Aurora, CO
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons
How much does Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons cost?
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Aurora, 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 Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons?
Staff provide about 0.37 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 Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons?
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons have availability?
Typically 70% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons offer?
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons in Aurora, CO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 180 beds.
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