Western Hills Health Care Center
$7,000 – $11,000/mo
Starting price
Nursing Home
Care types
1 Bedroom
Room options
No
Wheelchair access
About Western Hills Health Care Center
Western Hills Health Care Center in Lakewood, Colorado, specializes in skilled nursing and rehabilitation with 24-hour care tailored to both short-term recovery and long-term needs. The center’s dedicated therapy team uses advanced equipment like the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill to support residents’ physical, occupational, and speech therapy goals. Families appreciate the facility’s clean, organized environment and unique touches such as friendly therapy dogs that brighten the atmosphere. Residents have access to diverse amenities including a movie theater, arts room, fitness center, and scheduled activities like karaoke, fostering engagement and comfort throughout their stay.
Our Care Approach
Western Hills emphasizes individualized care plans developed by a skilled team of nurses and therapists, focusing on maximizing residents’ independence through comprehensive rehabilitation services. The staff’s engagement and responsiveness, especially in therapy and night care, reflect a commitment to addressing both medical and emotional needs.
Family Experience
Families generally report positive experiences with open communication, respectful staff, and a welcoming environment that makes visits comfortable. The presence of therapy dogs and attentive care staff enhance family satisfaction. However, a few families experienced frustrations with front desk responsiveness and communication, which affected their overall impression.
Care & Services
Services and care programs available at Western Hills Health Care Center.
Medical Care Services
24-hour skilled nursing care including medication management, infection control, IV therapy, and diabetes management supported by physician and nurse coverage.
Personal Care Services
Assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support including walking and wheelchair assistance.
Specialized Care
Comprehensive rehabilitation services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy with individualized treatment plans and access to advanced rehab equipment.
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Living Environment
Cleanliness & Maintenance
The facility is consistently described as clean and well-maintained, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. Visitors and residents note the organized environment and absence of unpleasant odors in most reviews, though one visitor mentioned a urine smell on arrival.
Atmosphere & Community Feel
Western Hills fosters a lively and comforting atmosphere with therapy dogs, engaging activities like karaoke, and a variety of social spaces including a movie theater and arts room. Residents and families appreciate the friendly staff and the sense of community created by these unique touches.
Safety & Security
While many reviews express feeling safe within the facility, some concerns were raised about front desk supervision, visitor access control, and staff availability at critical moments, indicating room for improvement in security protocols and visitor management.
Amenities
Reviews
Based on 121 reviews
Reviews highlight the attentive and compassionate nursing and therapy staff, particularly praising the night CNAs and rehab team. The facility is noted for its cleanliness and welcoming environment, with special appreciation for therapy dogs that enhance resident morale. Some concerns include occasional delays in staff responsiveness and isolated issues with communication and safety at the front desk, which have impacted visitor experiences.
- Night CNAs are attentive and responsive to resident needs
- Therapy staff provide personalized and effective rehabilitation
- Presence of friendly dogs adds warmth and joy to the environment
- Some delays in daytime CNA responsiveness due to busyness
- Instances of poor front desk management and visitor safety concerns
- Occasional issues with communication and respect towards families
Janette Espinoza
I’ve stayed in a few rehabs and this one made me feel like they really cared. I have to say there were a couple of issues, but I went to someone to solve those issues and they were very understanding and took care of it for me. The night time CNAs are just amazing! They would come and check on me and if I needed anything, they were right there! The daytime CNAs were good but I think they are so busy that sometimes it would take awhile for them to answer. The therapy staff are just wonderful! They would work with me and always give me the attention I needed. They have activities that patients can go to, which is something a lot of other places don’t have! They even have Karaoke! The food is pretty good! I loved the grilled fish! 😊 if I ever have to go to rehab again I will chose Western Hills, above any other place !!
Steve Lord
The staff was friendly and encouraged our visit with our friend (a resident there).
Lauren Trott
I am a frequent visitor of Western Hills. Every time I have been in the facility I have been greeted by friendly staff and a clean, welcoming environment. The biggest plus to this facility is that there are dogs there to brighten up the vibe. No one wants their loved one to have to live or stay in a health care center but having the friendly dogs there makes the whole situation better. There is a boxer there, Lincoln, who especially brings joy and a playfulness not often present in a health care facility.
29 more residents rated this community with an average of 4.3 stars
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Pricing
$7,000 – $11,000/mo
Pricing varies by room type, care level, and services selected.
Available Room Types
Value Consideration
With monthly pricing between $7,000 and $11,000, Western Hills provides extensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, advanced therapy technologies, and a broad range of amenities. Reviews suggest that many families find the quality of care and supportive environment justifies the cost, though some isolated service issues may impact perceived value.
Location & Neighborhood
About the Area
Located in the Morse Park neighborhood of Lakewood, Western Hills Health Care Center benefits from proximity to multiple hospitals, pharmacies, and shopping centers, offering convenience for families and residents. The area reflects a culturally diverse community with accessible dining, spiritual centers, and local amenities that support an active lifestyle.
Nearby Attractions
- Exempla Lutheran Medical Center
- Dutch Bros Coffee
- BookBar Restaurant
Public Transportation
- Local Lakewood bus routes
- Regional transit connections to Denver
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