Map showing the location of HIGHLAND PARK REHABILITATION & CARE CENTER in AURORA, Colorado
500 GENEVA ST, AURORA, CO, 80010

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
4/5Above averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • ColoradoAbove 57% of peers208 rated homes · average 3.1★
  • Arapahoe CountyAbove only 44% of peers19 rated homes · average 3.7★
  • United StatesAbove 61% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point3★+0.3 vs CO avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star2★−1.1 vs CO avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star5★+0.8 vs CO avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles3★Above only 49% of peersCO avg2.7★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover2★Above only 13% of peersCO avg3.1★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments5★Above 50% of peersCO avg4.2★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.41hrsAbove only 47% of peersCO avg3.73Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.65hrsAbove only 36% of peersCO avg0.83Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better54%Above only 38% of peersCO avg49%RN turnover72%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$0Above 63% of peersCO avg$25,587Fines · denials0 · 1
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
22citations
6inspection dates
1actual harm (G–I)
0immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Jul 28, 2025most recent

Citations by monthMay 2022 – Jul 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Jul 28, 20253 citationsCycle 1worst G · actual harm
  1. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 29, 2025
  2. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jul 29, 2025
  3. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Jul 29, 2025
May 22, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst F · no actual harm
  1. F800Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Jun 14, 2025
  2. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jun 14, 2025
Dec 5, 20243 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesC · widespreadCorrected Dec 6, 2024
  2. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Dec 6, 2024
  3. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Dec 6, 2024
Apr 17, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Apr 20, 2024
  2. F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.EnvironmentalD · isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 2024
Jul 13, 202311 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Sep 27, 2023
  2. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 12, 2023
  3. F744Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 12, 2023
  4. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 12, 2023
  5. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Aug 30, 2023
  6. F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Aug 12, 2023
  7. F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 12, 2023
  8. F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Aug 12, 2023
  9. F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 12, 2023
  10. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Oct 6, 2023
  11. F813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Aug 12, 2023
May 4, 20221 citationCycle 3worst F · no actual harm
  1. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Jun 10, 2022

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.41hrsAbove only 47% of peers−0.32 vs CO avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.65hrsAbove only 36% of peers−0.18 vs CO avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.68hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.08hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays3.07hrs
  • Colorado average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better54%Above only 38% of peersCO avg 49%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only72%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year0Stable leadership
  • Occupancy110 certified beds · ~106 residents a day96%Top 7%CO avg 79%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $0In fines
  • 0Fines
  • 1Payment denial
  • $25,587CO avg in fines
Above 63% of peersFewer fines than 63% of rated homes in Colorado

Actions on record

  1. Aug 2, 2023Denial of payment for new admissionsfrom Dec 6, 2023

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Sweetwater Care9 facilities in the chain2.8★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Sweetwater Care Resource LLC
Indirect owners (5%+)
  • Ajc Healthcare LLC
  • J&s Gamett Nevada Trust
  • Jbg Partners LLC
  • Aaron Chesley
  • James Gamett
Operational or managerial control
  • Sweetwater Care Resource LLC
  • Nabil Bouzida
  • Aaron Chesley
  • James Gamett
  • Vikas Reddy

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 065176 · 500 GENEVA ST, AURORA, CO, 80010.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Colorado and Arapahoe County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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