Highland Park Rehabilitation & Care Center
500 Geneva St · Aurora, CO · 80010 · 3033649311
110 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Sweetwater Care
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.40 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.56 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.08 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 50% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (22 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G July 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 29, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected July 29, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected June 14, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F May 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected June 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 5, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C December 5, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected December 6, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E April 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected April 20, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 12, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 13, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected August 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 13, 2023
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected August 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected August 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected August 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected August 12, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected August 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 13, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 13, 2023
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected August 12, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 13, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 27, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F May 4, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 10, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 2, 2023 | Payment Denial | 17 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065176 · certified since July 1, 1983. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.