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.
Inspection record
In its last three standard inspections and any complaint visits, federal inspectors cited 18 problems at Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons. 1 finding involved harm to a resident, including 1 that put residents in immediate danger. 1 came from investigating complaints by residents or families.
Findings from the most recent inspection cycle
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Could cause more than minimal harm, widespread
Infection Control
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern
Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, a pattern
Quality of Life and Care
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Resident Rights
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Quality of Life and Care
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Quality of Life and Care
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
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Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents
Nutrition and Dietary
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
A citation on its own does not mean poor care, and most are corrected within weeks. What matters most is how serious the findings were and whether the same problems keep coming back. When you visit, it is fair to ask the administrator what inspectors found and what has changed since.
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
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