Nursing homes in Thornton, CO
Compare 3 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Thornton, part of the Adams area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 2.3★ — below the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Thornton residents seeking long-term care or rehabilitative services can choose from three nursing homes located across the 80233, 80229, and 80241 ZIP codes. Based on data from CMS Care Compare, these Adams County facilities hold an average overall rating of 2.3 out of 5 stars. Currently, The Villas at Sunny Acres, operated by The Ensign Group, maintains the highest local designation with a 4-star rating within the federal 5-star quality system.
Rating distribution
avg 2.3★ · 3 homesProvider mix in Thornton
3 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
- THE ENSIGN GROUP1 home
- LONG PEAK OPERATING COMPANY1 home
- PACS GROUP1 home
What to look for in Thornton
- 2 homes score below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
- 2 of 3 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- No 5★ overall homes in this suburb. The strongest performer is VILLAS AT SUNNY ACRES, THE at 4★.
- 2 of 3 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Thornton
| VILLAS AT SUNNY ACRES, THE THE ENSIGN GROUP · Large · For Profit | 4.0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| SKYLAKE POST ACUTE PACS GROUP · Large · For Profit | 2.0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| THORNTON CARE CENTER LONG PEAK OPERATING COMPANY · Medium · For Profit | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
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