Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Longmont, Colorado
2 of 5 nursing homes in Longmont (40%) meet our strict criteria. The Colorado statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 2 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
434
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$109,870 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
48 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Longmont, Colorado, is adequate, with 40% of the 5 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while the top-rated PEAKS CARE CENTER has a B+ rating, there is one facility in the avoid tier due to significant fines totaling $87,758.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 PEAKS CARE CENTER, THE (80) — Peaks Care Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. The facility boasts a Grade B+ and maintains a clean record with $0 fines, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking a supportive environment with 84 beds dedicated to personalized service.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 LIFE CARE CENTER OF LONGMONT (70) — Life Care Center of Longmont offers a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. With its Grade B and no fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being, making it a viable option for families looking for quality care in a spacious environment with 187 beds.
The other 3 Longmont facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $109K.
Recommended
Peaks Care Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. The facility boasts a Grade B+ and maintains a clean record with $0 fines, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking a supportive environment with 84 beds dedicated to personalized service.
Life Care Center of Longmont offers a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. With its Grade B and no fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being, making it a viable option for families looking for quality care in a spacious environment with 187 beds.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Longmont Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.74 | 0.80 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 21 | 21.4 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $109,870
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Longmont Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Longmont's city average is 3.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 5 Longmont facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Longmont avg is 48 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Longmont facilities average 21.4 deficiencies per inspection
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Longmont at a Glance
Good News
- 2 facilities meet our strict criteria — 40% of the market
- 3 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $109K in total fines across 2 facilities
- Worst facility has $87K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 60.2 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 80% for-profit, 20% non-profit, 0% government
- 21.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Longmont, CO are recommended?
2 of 5 nursing homes in Longmont (40%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Longmont "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Longmont?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.