Thornton Care Center
501 Thornton Pkwy · Thornton, CO · 80229 · 3034526101
101 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Long Peak Operating Company
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $5,684 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
62% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.12 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.69 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.68 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 62% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $21,483 |
Inspection citations (62 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G September 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 2, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 16, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
1) Protect residents from being forced to work at the nursing home, or 2) let residents work if they want to.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 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.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 19, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F December 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| December 19, 2024 | Fine | $5,684 |
| June 20, 2024 | Fine | $12,058 |
| October 26, 2023 | Fine | $3,741 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065193 · certified since October 1, 1984. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.