Skylake Post Acute
Skylake Post Acute – Medicare Certified Since 1988
Skylake Post Acute is a Medicare and Medicaid certified skilled nursing facility located in Thornton, Colorado. This facility has been serving the community for 38 years. A Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility provides 24-hour nursing care, rehabilitation services, and assistance with activities of daily living for patients who need skilled nursing or rehabilitation services on a daily basis.
This facility has 242 certified beds with a current occupancy rate of 73% (averaging 178 residents per day), which is moderate. Skilled nursing facilities provide 24-hour nursing care for patients who need rehabilitation services after a hospital stay or ongoing care for chronic conditions. Services include skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and assistance with daily activities.
Staffing Levels: Based on CMS payroll data, this facility provides approximately 2.92 hours of total nursing care per resident per day (1.58 hours from CNAs, 0.75 hours from LPNs, 0.59 hours from RNs). Physical therapy staffing is 0.03 hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better quality outcomes.
Medicare Quality Ratings: According to CMS, Skylake Post Acute has an overall quality rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes nationwide. Individual category ratings are: health inspection: 1 stars, staffing: 3 stars, quality measures: 4 stars.
Medicare Coverage: Medicare covers skilled nursing facility care for up to 100 days following a qualifying hospital stay of at least 3 days. Days 1-20 are fully covered by Medicare, days 21-100 require a daily coinsurance payment. Many residents also use Medicaid, private insurance, or pay privately for long-term stays.
Questions to Ask: When visiting a nursing home, ask about: staff-to-resident ratios and RN coverage around the clock, how they handle medical emergencies, activities and therapy programs, how they communicate with families, their approach to falls prevention, and policies for managing resident complaints.
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Local Comparison Snapshot
How Skylake Post Acute compares to 89 facilities in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
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Data from CMS Medicare Compare and Payroll-Based Journal. Area averages based on 89 facilities in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO.
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Medicare Star Ratings
Official CMS ratings based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures
Data as of December 2025
Star Ratings History
Quarterly performance from 2013-2026
How Does This Facility Compare?
Compared to 89 other nursing homes in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
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Staffing Hours per Resident Day
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Staff Turnover Rate
Lower turnover rates generally indicate a more stable workforce and better continuity of care.
Agency/Contract Staff Usage
Lower agency usage often indicates better staff retention. High agency rates (>30%) may suggest staffing challenges.
Agency Staff Trends
Historical agency/contract staff usage by role
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Direct Care Staffing
Average minutes of direct nursing care per resident per day
Data as of December 2025
Staffing Trends
Direct care minutes per resident per day
Occupancy Rate History
Average daily residents as a percentage of certified beds
Data from CMS Provider Info files. Occupancy = Average Residents per Day / Certified Beds.
Staff Turnover History
Annual percentage of nursing staff who left the facility
Data as of December 2025
Data from CMS Payroll-Based Journal. Turnover = staff who left during the year / total staff.
Average Daily Rate
Average daily charge for care at this facility
Based on CMS Cost Report data (inpatient revenue ÷ total patient days)
Data Source: Financial data from CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Cost Reports. Data typically lags 1-2 years. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be the sole basis for financial or care decisions. CareListings does not guarantee accuracy.
Financial Health
Comprehensive financial indicators from CMS Cost Reports
Data from fiscal year 2023 (most recent available - cost report data lags ~2 years)
Staff Investment: Higher spending per resident often correlates with better care quality.
Payer Mix: Shows revenue sources. Higher Medicare % typically means more post-acute/rehab care; higher Medicaid % indicates more long-term care residents.
Nonprofit/Government: May operate with lower margins while still providing quality care due to community mission.
Data Source: All financial data on this page comes from CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Cost Reports submitted by the facility to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be the sole basis for any financial or care decisions. Cost report data typically lags 1-2 years. CareListings does not guarantee the accuracy of this data.
Who Stays Here
Breakdown of residents by payment type
Based on fiscal year 2023 cost report data
Average Length of Stay
How long residents typically stay at this facility
Based on fiscal year 2023 cost report data
Services
Comprehensive skilled nursing services, rehabilitation programs, and medical care in THORNTON
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Skylake post Acute My family and I could not be more grateful for the care Chrystal provided during my dad's recent stay for rehabilitation following stroke. From the moment we arrived, we were treated with genuine warmth and respect. The entire staff—from the nurses and CNAs to the therapists and administrative team—went above and beyond to ensuremy dad's comfortable, well-cared for, and motivated. The rehabilitation team was truly outstanding. They created a personalized plan that was challenging yet achievable. Their expertise and encouragement were key to the remarkable progress He made. Thanks to them, he was able to regain strength and confidence far quicker than we expected. Beyond the excellent medical and rehabilitative care, the staff created a compassionate and respectful environment. The facility was always clean, the meals were nutritious and tasty, and the residents seemed genuinely content and engaged in the activities provided. Knowing that my dad was in such capable and kind hands gave my family immense peace of mind. We wholeheartedly recommend Skylake to anyone seeking top-notch skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Thank you to the entire team for your hard work and dedication.
I want to take a moment to thank Catherine in the Aspen Unit at Skylake Post Acute. She has been such a blessing to our family. From the very beginning, Catherine showed genuine care and compassion. She is always taking the time to listen, answer our questions, and make sure our loved one received the best possible support. She goes above and beyond every single day, and her kindness and professionalism make a difficult situation so much easier. We are truly grateful for everything she does. Skylake is lucky to have her!
I want to share my appreciation for Catherine, who works in the Aspen Unit as the Memory Care Program Director. It’s clear how much Catherine cares about the well-being and happiness of those she looks after. She takes the time to really get to know each resident and makes sure their needs are always met with love and understanding. She treats every resident with such kindness, patience, and respect — like they’re part of her own family with patience, compassion, and genuine warmth. Catherine has such a warm heart, and the difference she makes in the Aspen Unit at Skylake Post Acute is something special. Thank you, Catherine, for everything you do and for making such a difference in the lives of your residents and their families.
Skylake is such a great facility. What makes it the best is the staff. In particular the social worker in the evergreen unit Angelina Gonzales. She is so outgoing and caring. Keeps us up to date with great attention to detail. Having a loved one around someone so positive is hard to find these days. Thank you for all your hard work.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I just want to give a huge shoutout to Chrystal, the social worker in the Garden Unit! She is absolutely amazing — kind, patient, and truly cares about every single resident and their families. She goes above and beyond to make sure everyone feels supported and heard. You can tell she loves what she does, and it makes such a difference. Thank you, Chrystal, for all that you do — you’re a true gem and such a blessing to this facility! 🌸
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