Cedars Healthcare Center in Lakewood, CO

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  • Interior

    A decorated piano featuring a teddy bear and heart for Valentine's Day ambiance.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room corner featuring a comfortable armchair with a decorative pillow and an aquarium on the side.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with sofas, an armchair, a coffee table with flowers, and large windows overlooking a view.

  • Bedroom

    A well-lit hospital room with a bed, television, and sink.

  • Dining

    An empty dining hall with red tablecloths and chandeliers.

  • Landscaping

    Entrance sign for Cedars Health Care Center with colorful flower bed.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A rehabilitation room equipped with parallel bars and various exercise equipment.

  • Recreation

    A person practicing mini golf on an indoor putting green.

  • Wheelchair

    An elderly person in a wheelchair playing an indoor ring toss game.

Cedars Healthcare Center in Lakewood, CO

Cedars Healthcare Center is a nursing home community in Lakewood, CO.

Information last verified:

1599 Ingalls Street, Lakewood, CO 80214

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

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Overall Review of Cedars Healthcare Center

common 30 reviews mention this

Caring, attentive staff stand out

Many residents and families describe staff who are kind, patient, and attentive to individual needs.

Staff warmth comes through repeatedly, with multiple reviewers saying nurses and caregivers take time to connect with residents and treat people with respect. Several also mention good follow-through and responsiveness after concerns are raised. A few reviews contrast this with individuals they felt were uncaring, creating a mixed picture of day-to-day consistency.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Communication is a recurring frustration

Some families report delays, poor follow-up, and communication that left them feeling unprepared.

A number of reviewers mention communication breakdowns, including not getting return calls and receiving updates that didn’t match what they expected. One reviewer described a lengthy hold when trying to check on a loved one. Others also describe “mixed bag” experiences where coordination and discharge communication felt incomplete.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Staffing and care follow-through vary

Residents and families describe inconsistent hands-on support for transfers, hygiene, and timely attention.

Alongside praise, multiple reviews raise concerns about understaffing or inadequate staffing for care needs. Several reviewers describe problems with transfers and leaving residents in bed or without help, as well as delayed attention to basic care. Others cite medication or care issues, while a separate set of reviews say transfers, therapy support, and daily routines were well managed.

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Rehab therapy and gym help

Reviews for rehab frequently mention therapy support and using the gym to stay productive.

For people there for skilled services, reviewers describe therapy teams as a highlight and mention making progress with ongoing rehab. Some say physical, occupational, and speech therapy were supported, and others mention going to the gym daily. While most of these accounts are positive, at least one review questions whether medical issues were handled appropriately.

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Renovations and outdoor spaces

Many reviewers point to recent updates and outdoor areas like patios and courtyards.

Multiple reviews praise the facility’s cleanliness and say it has been renovated, describing improvements to the look and feel. Outdoor spaces also come up, with reviewers describing time on patios and courtyards and enjoying features like a fish tank and koi pond. A few mixed reviews mention ongoing issues that need attention, even though others say the environment feels home-like and comfortable.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 130 resident community capacity 130 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Denver International (23 miles away) Denver International (23 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Lakewood, Colorado offers a mix of convenience and amenities that may appeal to seniors looking for a vibrant community. With several cafes, pharmacies, physicians' offices, parks, theaters, restaurants, and hospitals within close proximity, residents have easy access to essential services and recreational opportunities. The presence of places of worship also provides spiritual support and a sense of community. The diverse dining options cater to different tastes, while the nearby parks offer opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Additionally, the proximity to reputable healthcare facilities ensures quality medical care when needed. Overall, this area of Lakewood provides a comfortable and well-rounded environment for seniors seeking an active and engaging lifestyle.

Cafes

  • Dutch Bros Coffee (0.3 miles)
  • The Bardo Coffee House (1.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)
  • The Radiator (3.6 miles)
  • Huckleberry Roasters (3.9 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (4.1 miles)
  • Crema Coffee House (4.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Native Roots Dispensary (0.5 miles)
  • Rocky Mountain Primary Care (1.5 miles)
  • Kids First Pediatrics (1.9 miles)
  • Cornerstone Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (2.1 miles)
  • SCL Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Wheat Ridge (2.2 miles)
  • Dr Bassow (2.3 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Lakewood Medical Offices (2.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.6 miles)
  • Grifols (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Lutheran Outpatient Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)

Parks

  • Citizens Park (0.7 miles)
  • Sloan's Lake Park (0.7 miles)
  • Panorama Park (1.6 miles)
  • Crown Hill Open Space Park (2.2 miles)
  • César Chávez Park (2.4 miles)
  • Berkeley Park (2.7 miles)
  • Fairmount Park (2.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Alamo Drafthouse Denver (1.2 miles)
  • Regal UA Denver Pavilions 4DX & RPX (3.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Clancy's Irish Pub (2 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (2.2 miles)
  • Tstreet Roadhouse (2.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.4 miles)
  • The Pasty Republic (2.4 miles)
  • BookBar (2.5 miles)
  • Domino's Pizza (2.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Scl Health - Front Range (2.2 miles)
  • Exempla Lutheran Medical Center (2.3 miles)
  • St Anthonys Medical Plaza 2 (3.9 miles)
  • Webb Center for Primary Care (4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Wat Buddhawararam (3.4 miles)
  • St John's Cathedral (4.6 miles)

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