Grand River Health Care Center
What to know about this facility
Registered Nurse (RN) care
1.08 hours/day
Colorado average: 0.77 hrs/day
#42 of 209 in Colorado
Total nursing care
5.19 hours/day
Colorado average: 3.54 hrs/day
#15 of 209 in Colorado
Quality rating
4 of 5 stars
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Based on clinical outcomes
Average quality for Colorado
Recent inspections
6 problems
Some concerns
During government inspections
Fewer problems than most Colorado facilities
Understanding these metrics: RN hours measure registered nurse care (medical attention). Total hours include all nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, nursing assistants). Quality ratings reflect clinical outcomes. Inspection problems range from minor paperwork to serious safety concerns.
How this facility ranks in Colorado
#42
of 209 Colorado nursing homes
Better RN staffing than 79% of facilities
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Strength: 40% more RN care than Colorado average
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Strength: High quality rating (4 stars)
Other options with higher RN staffing
These nearby Colorado nursing homes have more registered nurse hours per resident:
- Vi at Highlands Ranch Skilled Nursing 2.79 RN hrs/day
- Neurorestorative Colorado 2.60 RN hrs/day
- Ahc of Lakewood, LLC 1.98 RN hrs/day
- Columbine Commons Health & Rehab LLC 1.89 RN hrs/day
- Center at Foresight LLC, The 1.78 RN hrs/day
Beyond the numbers
These metrics matter, but they're just the beginning. Choosing the right nursing home also requires understanding:
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Location & visiting
How far from family who'll visit regularly? What are visiting hours and policies?
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Specialized care
Memory care for dementia? Diabetes management? Physical therapy? Not all facilities offer all services.
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Cost & payment
Monthly costs? Medicare or Medicaid acceptance? Which services are included vs. extra charges?
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Culture & environment
Does it feel welcoming? What activities are offered? How do staff interact with residents?
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Current availability
Are there openings? Waitlist status? Can they accommodate your timeline?
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Insurance coverage
What does insurance cover? How do Medicare Part A vs. Part B work? Long-term care insurance?
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