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Aviva At Fitzsimons

13525 E 23rd Ave

4.2(357 ratings)· Aurora average: 4.4

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Quick Facts

Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
100
Location
Directly across from Anschutz Medical Campus
Room Type
All patients offered private accommodations
Nurse Staffing
One report of a 1:16 nurse-to-patient ratio

What Families Think

Families and patients at Aviva at Fitzsimons often praise the therapy team, activity programs, and clean private rooms, with many describing strong recoveries after surgery or injury. At the same time, a notable number of reviewers report serious care lapses, including medication errors, catheter-related injuries, and slow staff response during emergencies, alongside concerns about understaffing.

The Good

  • Widely praised physical and occupational therapy staff
  • Active daily activities program (crafts, movies, massages)
  • Clean, private suites noted by many reviewers
  • On-site café and putting green for patients
  • Multiple reviewers highlight strong care for veterans

The Bad

  • Several serious reports of medication errors and mix-ups
  • Multiple accounts of injuries during catheter procedures
  • One reviewer cites a 1:16 nurse-to-patient staffing ratio
  • A few reports of slow response to call buttons in emergencies

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

About Aviva At Fitzsimons

Aviva at Fitzsimons is located across from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. The community provides rehabilitation services for individuals recovering from an injury, surgery or other health event, with treatment plans created for each patient's needs and goals by skilled nurses, licensed specialists and healthcare professionals working directly with the patient's physician.

Therapy services address the varying scope of injuries and recovery timelines, offering guidance for those rebuilding mobility, function and communication skills. Licensed specialists also provide comprehensive post-hospitalization care, including wound care, pain management and IV fluid therapy, to help keep patients on track for a return home.

For patients with more complex needs, the Aviva long-term care team delivers resource-intensive, 24-hour care and monitoring over weeks, months or longer, covering injuries, complex medical needs and long-term disabilities. Medically complex care and specialized treatments are also available to keep individuals comfortable and stable as they adjust to a new routine and work toward greater independence.

All patients are offered private accommodations, and the campus features spacious common areas designed to encourage socializing and a sense of community during recovery. Amenities include a putting green and an onsite café, giving patients ways to ease back into everyday activities while working toward their recovery goals.

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

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Reviews

4.2overall · 357 ratings combined

4.3★ on Google (333) · 2.7★ on Yelp (24) · Yelp page ↗

Chris Young

Jul 2026

via Google

Terrible.<br>I've went days without talking to anyone about my father.<br>I've went days talking to other family members whom know nothing.<br>I have family members in the medical community who can't believe this place is in existence.<br>They placed my father in a room with no sun and blinds shut all day and night.<br>I'm in the process of calling a lawyer about neglect. I feel positive this man is going to die and it maybe be time but these guys could have waited to cremate for death.<br>They and Swedish hospital lost him for 8 hours.<br>I wouldn't go here to die. I don't want to die alone. I can't be sure I wouldn't be left somewhere and found dead in a closet.<br>Good luck.

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Aaron K.

Jul 2026

via Yelp

the staff is amazing! so attentive and sensitive to the patient's needs. I would highly recommend!

Bailey

Jun 2026

via Google

I have frequently referred patients to Aviva and have always had a good experience. I recently attended an event at Aviva and had the opportunity to further interact with their helpful and amazing staff. It is obvious everyone who works there is caring and committed to their residents' wellbeing.

Joseph Mitchell

May 2026

via Google

Very friendly knowledgeable staff at a beautiful facility.

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Ronald R.

Apr 2026

via Yelp

My wife MARY entered Aviva in 2023 after her pelvis fractured. I saw the care was inadequate for her type of injury. During her stay she picked an infection that eventually took her life. The people who handled her care were not qualified to give to giver her the care sh needed. We spent months trying to stop the infections she had acquired at the center. Kaiser had placed her there and should have known the center was substandard. 12 operations later she passed at home. Her body was worn out trying to fight for her life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Aviva At Fitzsimons offer?

Aviva At Fitzsimons offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Aviva At Fitzsimons located?

Aviva At Fitzsimons is located at 13525 E 23rd Ave in Aurora, Colorado.

What do families say about Aviva At Fitzsimons?

Families and patients at Aviva at Fitzsimons often praise the therapy team, activity programs, and clean private rooms, with many describing strong recoveries after surgery or injury. At the same time, a notable number of reviewers report serious care lapses, including medication errors, catheter-related injuries, and slow staff response during emergencies, alongside concerns about understaffing.

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