lauren ruppenthal
Jul 2026
It has been 10 months since I left my initial review and I continue to be impressed by the team at Lowry Hills.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Medicare rating
- 2 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Individual
- Certified beds
- 108
- Inspections
- View history (85 citations)
- Rehab focus
- On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy
- Resident mix
- Serves both short-term rehab and long-term residents
- Family involvement
- Family and friends encouraged to join activities
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Lowry Hills is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Aurora, Colorado serving both short-term rehab guests and long-term care residents. Google reviewers consistently praise the caring staff and recent leadership improvements, though the community's Yelp rating is notably lower and one reviewer flagged communication and building upkeep issues.
The Good
- Reviewers praise warm, family-like staff
- Recent leadership changes noted as improvement
- Individualized, goal-oriented care plans for each resident
- On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy
- Family and friends encouraged to join activities
The Bad
- One report of difficulty reaching staff by phone
- One reviewer said building needs updating
- Yelp rating (2.6) much lower than Google rating (4.6)
- No published pricing information
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center is a senior living community in Aurora, Colorado offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 9 reviews.
About Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Aurora, Colorado. The community serves both short-term rehabilitation guests and long-term care residents, with a goal of helping each person reach the highest level of independence possible, whether that means returning home or settling into long-term care.
Care is provided by a nursing staff on duty around the clock, offering 24/7 skilled nursing care alongside skilled therapy services. Individualized, goal-oriented care plans are developed for each resident, and the nursing team emphasizes treating residents like family.
Rehabilitation services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Following an evaluation, physical therapists build individualized treatment programs, occupational therapists help residents adapt to their social and physical environments by mastering daily living tasks, and speech therapists work on communication, swallowing, and cognition.
The community offers daily activities based on resident interest, with family and friends encouraged to participate whenever possible. The stated aim is to create a positive and uplifting atmosphere that supports physical, social, and spiritual well-being and aids in healing and recovery.
A social services team is available to assist residents and their families during the transition into care and throughout the stay, helping to navigate this period alongside the clinical and therapy teams.
Types of Care at Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center
3.9overall · 14 ratings combined
4.6★ on Google (9) · 2.6★ on Yelp (5) · Yelp page ↗
Emily Mulberry
May 2026
An amazing facility that has made such a difference in resident lives. The dedication and passion displayed by the NHA, management staff, floor staff, and every employee at Lowry is visible the moment you walk through its doors. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a home or rehab for a loved one!
M R
Feb 2026
Noticeable difference in leadership over the past year. The team there really care about the residents. They have made a bunch of updates to the building to make it look like a home not just a nursing home.
M
via YelpMathew
Feb 2026
I going to miss all the staff! They're so nice to me and provided me with lots of encouragement!
Sara Ruddy
Feb 2026
My name is Dan and I was a patient at Lowry Hills the past few weeks. This has been a wonderful experience for me following my hospital stay.
Government Inspection History
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 85 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Jun 26, 2025Health Complaint4 citations
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 27, 2025
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 27, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 27, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 27, 2025
Apr 22, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 23, 2025
Mar 13, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 31, 2025
May 7, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard23 citations
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 18, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 18, 2024
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 18, 2024
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 18, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 18, 2024
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 18, 2024
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 18, 2024
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 10, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 10, 2024
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 10, 2024
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 10, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 10, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 10, 2024
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 18, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 18, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 18, 2024
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 18, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 10, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Dec 6, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 8, 2023
Jan 26, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard18 citations
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 21, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 21, 2023
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 21, 2023
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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 24, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 21, 2023
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 21, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 21, 2023
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 22, 2023
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 10, 2023
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2023
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2023
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 23, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 24, 2023
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2023
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 1, 2023
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 22, 2023
Oct 14, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard37 citations
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Severity H of L: actual harm, patternCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 6, 2022
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 6, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 1, 2021
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 2021
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 1, 2021
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 7, 2022
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 6, 2021
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 21, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 6, 2022
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 6, 2022
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 7, 2022
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 4, 2022
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 6, 2022
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 4, 2022
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 6, 2022
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 6, 2022
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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2021
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 6, 2022
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2021
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2021
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2021
Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 4, 2022
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 1, 2021
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 7, 2022
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2021
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center offer?
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center located?
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center is located at 10201 E 3rd Ave in Aurora, Colorado.
What do families say about Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center?
Lowry Hills is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Aurora, Colorado serving both short-term rehab guests and long-term care residents. Google reviewers consistently praise the caring staff and recent leadership improvements, though the community's Yelp rating is notably lower and one reviewer flagged communication and building upkeep issues.
How did Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 85 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
How can families visit Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Center?
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