Best Skilled Nursing in Pueblo, Colorado
15 communities found
Pueblo has 15 skilled nursing communities, all residential in setting, with an average rating of 4 out of 5 across the 15 rated communities. Families in the area have left 730 reviews in total, and of the 8 communities with known unit counts, all are large. Nine communities report Medicare star ratings, averaging 3.3, with five of those nine rated four stars or higher.
- 15communities
- 4average rating, 15 rated
- 730family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Adoration Home Health
Pueblo, Colorado
5(8)
Medicare home health · 5.0★
Atlas Post Acute
Pueblo, Colorado
4.6(18)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lakeshore Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
Pueblo, Colorado
4.5(13)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pueblo West Gardens
Pueblo, Colorado
4.6(5)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
University Park Care Center
Pueblo, Colorado
4.3(174)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Life Care Center Of Pueblo
Pueblo, Colorado
4.3(114)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Sharmar Village Senior Care Community
Pueblo, Colorado
4.3(50)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Villas at Rock Canyon
Pueblo, Colorado
4.2(12)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Rock Canyon Respiratory And Rehabilitation Center
Pueblo, Colorado
4(110)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
North Pointe Gardens
Pueblo, Colorado
3.2(5)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pueblo Heights Nursing And Rehabilitation
Pueblo, Colorado
3.7(34)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Interim HealthCare of Pueblo
Pueblo, Colorado
3.3(10)
Medicare home health · 2.5★
Best-rated skilled nursing in Pueblo
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
5 (8 reviews)· Home Health, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe this home health and hospice provider as compassionate, reliable, and clinically skilled, with strong nurse-patient relationships and successful wound care outcomes.
- 2
4.6 (18 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 146 units
Atlas Post Acute is described as a clean, welcoming skilled nursing facility where staff are attentive and residents are treated with warmth.
- 3
Lakeshore Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
4.5 (13 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 106 units
Lakeshore Post Acute is often called clean and welcoming, with caring therapy and nursing teams, though some note staffing shortages and delays.
- 4
4.6 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pueblo West Gardens offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing under one roof, with reviewers describing caring staff and comfortable rooms.
- 5
4.3 (174 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 180 units
University Park Care Center is described as clean and well-staffed, with kind, attentive nurses and CNAs caring for residents.
- 6
4.3 (114 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 187 units
Life Care Center of Pueblo is called clean and friendly, with attentive staff and a rehab team praised for patient progress.
- 7
Sharmar Village Senior Care Community
4.3 (50 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Sharmar Village is described as warm and clean, with caring staff and a praised rehab program, though some cite understaffing concerns.
- 8
4.2 (12 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Villas at Rock Canyon has caring staff and a comfortable feel, though one detailed review raised serious heating and conduct concerns.
- 9
Rock Canyon Respiratory And Rehabilitation Center
4 (110 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 151 units
Reviews of Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center are sharply split, praising respiratory care and rehab support while also noting serious care concerns.
- 10
3.2 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
What families say about skilled nursing in Pueblo
Counted across the review summaries of 15 Pueblo communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, noted by 93% of the 15 communities, along with medical and nursing care at 67% and cleanliness at 53%. The most common concerns are staff attitude, cited by 53% of communities, cost and billing at 47%, and communication with families at 33%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 93%
- Medical and nursing care 67%
- Cleanliness 53%
- Building and grounds 53%
- Warm, home-like feel 47%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 53%
- Cost and billing 47%
- Communication with families 33%
- Building and upkeep 33%
“The staff taking care of my mom have been amazing. The rehab staff and Nicole have taken very good care of her and were so happy with her progress!!”
“Thank you Amber Moore for everything helping get my dad in your facility. And thank you to all the staff and therapy. You all are amazing and we appreciate you all. Alicia therapy. You all are amazing.”
“Our 106 year old aunt has been there for almost a year and every time we visit the staff is kind, helpful and cheerful. She is doing fine there. The visiting rooms are comfortable. We enjoy visiting her there. Thank you for taking good care of her and all the residents.”
Skilled Nursing in Pueblo: the figures
- •Of the 8 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 8 have more than 60.
- •9 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.9 out of 5: 4 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (13), medication management (13), wheelchair accessible (12), emergency call system (12), on-site nurse (rn) (11), housekeeping (11).
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.
Skilled Nursing near Pueblo
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cañon City34.1 mi | 8 | 3.9 / 5 | 34.1 mi |
| Canon City34.1 mi | 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 34.1 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 15 communities listed in Pueblo, 730 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 Pueblo 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 Pueblo: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Pueblo, Colorado?
MyLivingChoice lists 15 skilled nursing long term care communities in Pueblo, Colorado, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Pueblo are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Adoration Home Health (5★, 8 ratings), Atlas Post Acute (4.6★, 18 ratings), Pueblo West Gardens (4.6★, 5 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Pueblo?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Pueblo has assisted living (23 communities), home health (18 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (15 communities), at-home care (9 communities), independent living (7 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Pueblo?
Families rate Pueblo skilled nursing long term care communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 730 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Pueblo skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 15 Pueblo communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 93%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 67%), cleanliness (mentioned for 53%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (53%), cost and billing (47%), communication with families (33%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Pueblo?
Of the 8 Pueblo communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 8 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Pueblo nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
9 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Pueblo carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.9 out of 5. 4 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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