Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons
Nursing Home Facility
1919 Quentin Street, Aurora, CO 80045
The Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons is a proud member of the registry of the Eden Alternative, a non-profit organization promoting quality of life in long-term care environments. Our “Eden” mission is to honor and respect those living and working in our Home through companionship, empowerment and individualized care while providing a comfortable and safe place to live.
With 180 beds, Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons is one of the larger communities in the area, senior care communities in Aurora average about 62 beds. Larger communities more often keep clinical staff on site around the clock and can offer a wider range of on-site therapy and activities, though some families prefer the quieter feel of a smaller setting.
Federal reporting puts occupancy at about 71% of its licensed beds. That is below the Aurora average of roughly 88%.
Medicare rates this community 3 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Its most recent standard health inspection was in November 2024 and recorded 8 deficiencies.
Residents receive about 4.7 hours of nursing care per day on average, including 1.1 hours from a registered nurse. Communities in Aurora average about 3.8 hours. Nursing staff turnover over the past year was about 94%, which is high and can affect continuity of care.
The community is located in Adams County, CO.
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons offers assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, hospice care, respite care, and senior living.
Facility details
- Organization type Government - State
- Beds / units 180
- Occupancy 71%
- Nursing hours per resident/day 4.7
- Annual staff turnover 94%
- Last health inspection November 2024