Best Skilled Nursing in Colorado Springs, Colorado
24 communities found
Colorado Springs has 27 skilled nursing communities, with 26 carrying ratings that average 4 out of 5 stars. Of the 19 communities with Medicare star ratings, the average is 3.1 stars, with 5 earning five stars and 4 earning just one star. Nearly all of these communities offer medication management and 24-hour staff (26 of 26 each), while 21 have an on-site RN.
- 24communities
- 3.9average rating, 23 rated
- 1,783family reviews read
Life Care Center Of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4.5(147)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Springs Ranch Memory Care Community
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4.5(70)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Melody Living Independent Living
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4.6(9)
Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
From $4,865/moStoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4.4(65)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Winslow Court Assisted & Senior Living
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4.5(147)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Bear Creek Assisted & Senior Living
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4.4(136)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
From $5,195/moLiberty Heights
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4.2(90)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
The Gardens Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4.2(41)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Home Care at Moma's Assisted Living
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Home care · no referral needed
Mount St Francis Nursing Center
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4.1(85)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Fountain View Health and Rehabilitation
Colorado Springs, Colorado
4(72)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Advanced Health Care Of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, Colorado
3.9(56)
Medicare home health · 2.5★
Best-rated skilled nursing in Colorado Springs
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Life Care Center Of Colorado Springs
4.5 (147 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Frontline staff are warm and attentive and facilities clean, but medication timeliness and slow nurse response are recurring issues during busy periods.
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Winslow Court Assisted & Senior Living
4.5 (147 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe homelike apartments and attentive, long-term care, though a minority report missed medications, cleanliness lapses, and billing complaints.
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Springs Ranch Memory Care Community
4.5 (70 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
A caring, well-staffed memory care community, though some reviews raise concerns about oxygen tank management, cleanliness, and staff training.
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Melody Living Independent Living
4.6 (9 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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Bear Creek Assisted & Senior Living
4.4 (136 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Most families describe warm, attentive staff, though the skilled nursing side has drawn serious complaints about missed care basics, falls, and medication issues.
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StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living
4.4 (65 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families generally describe StoneCreek of Flying Horse as a beautiful, clean community with warm, attentive staff, especially praising the memory care team led by Sarah. A handful of reviewers, however, report serious…
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4.2 (90 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Liberty Heights is a large continuing-care campus in Colorado Springs offering independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing in one connected building. Many families and residents praise the…
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The Gardens Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
4.2 (41 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe The Gardens as a skilled nursing and rehab facility with a close-knit, caring staff and strong therapy services, where residents often stay for years and feel genuinely cared for. Reviewers highlight…
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Mount St Francis Nursing Center
4.1 (85 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviews of Mount St Francis Nursing Center are sharply divided: many families praise the peaceful, scenic setting and describe staff as caring and compassionate, especially in hospice and dementia care. However, a…
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Fountain View Health and Rehabilitation
4 (72 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviews for Fountain View Health and Rehabilitation are sharply divided: many families praise devoted nurses, CNAs, and therapists who helped loved ones recover from surgery, stroke, or illness, while others describe…
What families say about skilled nursing in Colorado Springs
Counted across the review summaries of 23 Colorado Springs communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families praise caring, attentive staff at 96% of the 26 communities reviewed, along with medical and nursing care at 65% and building and grounds at 54%. At the same time, staff attitude and medical or nursing care each come up as concerns at 62% of communities, and communication with families and safety are each cited by 50%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 96%
- Medical and nursing care 74%
- Building and grounds 52%
- Cleanliness 48%
- Warm, home-like feel 43%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 61%
- Safety 61%
- Medical and nursing care 57%
- Staffing levels and turnover 48%
“Looking into this place for my mother to move to. The place looks really nice and the staff was very friendly. I spoke with Ashley. She was able to answer all of my questions and was very helpful and professional. Would recommend for other families to check this place out.”
“My wife and I have been friends with two of your newest residents for well over 50 years. We helped them move in and we visit them weekly. Quite often eating with them. Their care and attitude we see there is very reassuring, and can only pray it continues.”
“The team at Springs Ranch is incredibly dedicated to providing care and comfort for each of their resident's unique needs. They take pride in being able to offer a safe, homelike environment that truly supports aging in place and it shows!”
Skilled Nursing in Colorado Springs: the figures
- •18 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.1 out of 5: 8 rated four stars or better, 4 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: medication management (23), 24-hour staff (23), housekeeping (22), gathering / activity spaces (20), emergency call system (20), wheelchair accessible (20).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Colorado
Most Colorado families start by paying privately, drawing on savings, pensions and retirement income, and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a family holds a policy, can also help cover assisted living, memory care or independent living costs, though the amount and timing of benefits depend on the specific policy. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care in these settings, and it is worth asking a veterans service officer whether a particular family situation meets the requirements.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Colorado.
About these figures
Computed on November 7, 2026 from the 24 communities listed in Colorado Springs, 1,783 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Colorado Springs ask about.
- Home Care in Colorado: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Colorado Springs: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Colorado Springs, Colorado?
MyLivingChoice lists 24 skilled nursing long term care communities in Colorado Springs, Colorado, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does skilled nursing long term care cost in Colorado Springs?
Among Colorado Springs communities that publish pricing, skilled nursing long term care starts around $4,865/month, with an average published starting rate near $5,030/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Colorado Springs are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Melody Living Independent Living (4.6★, 9 ratings), Winslow Court Assisted & Senior Living (4.5★, 147 ratings), Life Care Center Of Colorado Springs (4.5★, 147 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Colorado Springs?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Colorado Springs has assisted living (49 communities), independent living (26 communities), memory care (29 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (24 communities), at-home care (17 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Colorado Springs?
Families rate Colorado Springs skilled nursing long term care communities 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 1,783 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Colorado Springs skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 23 Colorado Springs communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 96%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 74%), building and grounds (mentioned for 52%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (61%), safety (61%), medical and nursing care (57%).
How do Colorado Springs nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
18 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Colorado Springs carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.1 out of 5. 8 are rated four stars or better and 4 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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