Storybrook Care & Rehabilitation
1005 E Elizabeth St · Fort Collins, CO · 80524 · 9704822525
60 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Sweetwater Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- 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.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.44 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.63 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.09 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 48% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $38,513 |
Inspection citations (34 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G October 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 15, 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 October 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E June 3, 2025 · found via complaint
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 June 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G September 19, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2024
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected October 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2024
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
Corrected October 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2024
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected October 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected October 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2024
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected October 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 13, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected October 13, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 19, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 13, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2024
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected October 13, 2024 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G April 11, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G April 11, 2023
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G April 11, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 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 May 12, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2023
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected May 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2023
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected May 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 11, 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 July 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E April 11, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 11, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| October 15, 2025 | Fine | $6,666 |
| September 19, 2024 | Fine | $31,847 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065257 · certified since May 4, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.