Who owns Colorado nursing homes
Ownership shapes staffing and cost decisions. Here is how Colorado nursing homes compare by ownership type, and which chains operate the most homes.
CMS data as of August 1, 2026. Nursing homes only; assisted living is not covered by Medicare ratings.
By ownership type
| Ownership | Homes | Average Medicare stars | Typical nursing hours | Share fined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For profit | 175 | 3.0 | 3.38 hrs | 63% |
| Non profit | 22 | 3.8 | 4.17 hrs | 50% |
| Government | 13 | 3.4 | 4.13 hrs | 54% |
Largest chains in Colorado
73% of Colorado nursing homes belong to a chain. Counts are homes we list in Colorado.
- The ensIgn group31 homes · average 3.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Life care centers of america22 homes · average 3.9 of 5 Medicare stars
- Pacs group19 homes · average 2.2 of 5 Medicare stars
- The charly bello family, the maze family, the sWain family, & walter myers9 homes · average 1.3 of 5 Medicare stars
- Long peak operating company8 homes · average 2.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- Centennial healthcare8 homes · average 2.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- MadisOn creek partners8 homes · average 3.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Stellar sEnior living7 homes · average 2.3 of 5 Medicare stars
- Vivage sEnior living6 homes · average 3.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Veritas management group5 homes · average 3.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- Frontline management5 homes · average 3.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- Sweetwater care4 homes · average 2.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Advanced health care3 homes · average 5.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Good sAmaritan sOciety2 homes · average 3.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Brookdale sEnior living2 homes · average 4.0 of 5 Medicare stars
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information (ownership type, chain affiliation). Averages are simple averages of Medicare overall star ratings; they describe groups, not any single home. A ranking is a starting point for questions, not a verdict. Always check the current Medicare record and visit in person.