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Cherrelyn Healthcare Center in Littleton, CO

Cherrelyn Healthcare Center is a nursing home community in Littleton, CO.

Information last verified: May 30, 2026

5555 South Elati Street, Littleton, CO 80120

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

4 from 125 reviews

5 stars

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4 stars

9

3 stars

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2 stars

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1 stars

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Overall Review of Cherrelyn Healthcare Center

common 26 reviews mention this

Staff care and attentiveness stand out

Residents and families consistently describe caring, attentive staff.

Across many reviews, people describe staff who are kind, patient, and responsive to resident needs. Several families say nurses and CNAs help quickly with daily support and treatments, and they trust the care team. A smaller set of reviews take the opposite view, describing rudeness, hostility, or failure to respond when help is needed, including accounts of ignored call lights.

common 22 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Planned activities and outings are a frequent bright spot.

Many reviewers describe a busy schedule of activities, special events, and social time that helps residents stay engaged. Families mention themed events and holiday celebrations, and some say residents are less bored and more connected to others. A few reviews raise concerns about overall day-to-day support, but even there the activities and social opportunities are often described as a positive part of the experience.

common 10 reviews mention this

Food receives mixed but often positive notes

Meals are frequently praised, with occasional complaints about temperature or variety.

Several reviews say the food is good, with residents enjoying meals and families describing dining as a comfort. At the same time, a few comments criticize meals being cold or repetitive, and at least one reviewer frames food access and timing as a problem relative to dietary needs. Dining is also supported by the community offering restaurant-style dining and meal service for residents with special dietary restrictions.

common 12 reviews mention this

Therapy and recovery support

Rehabilitation progress is repeatedly credited to therapy staff.

A number of reviewers describe skilled therapy as a key reason their loved ones made progress or returned home, and some mention occupational and physical therapy. Others say therapy sessions or staffing were inadequate, including one account where a requested level of therapy didn’t happen. The community provides skilled nursing facility care and includes medication management, diabetes diet, and support services that can be relevant during recovery.

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Communication and call response are inconsistent

Some families report trouble reaching staff or waiting for help.

Several reviews praise quick responses to call lights and updates, saying families felt informed and supported. Other reviews describe delayed or unreturned calls, difficulty contacting the facility, and long waits for assistance with basic needs. There are also accounts tying response issues to worse outcomes, including falls and periods where help was not provided quickly enough.

common 14 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and condition improvements

Many reviewers say the building is clean and well kept.

A common positive theme is that the facility feels clean, welcoming, and regularly maintained, with some reviewers noting renovations or consistent upkeep. Families also describe cleanliness as part of feeling comfortable with daily care. In contrast, a smaller group of reviews complain about cleanliness and sanitation problems, including accounts of unsanitary conditions and poor housekeeping during stays.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

190 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

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

Transportation

Denver International (24 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

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

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

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

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

Walgreens (0.7 miles)
Walgreens (1.5 miles)
Walgreens (2.3 miles)
King Soopers Pharmacy (3 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
Walgreens (3.1 miles)
Walgreens (4.3 miles)

Physicians

Centennial Family Care (1.9 miles)
Colorado Surgical Arts (2.4 miles)
South Denver Cardiology Associates (3.4 miles)
Corneal Consultants of Colorado PC (3.5 miles)
Alta Vista Dermatology (3.6 miles)
Porter Adventist Hospital (3.9 miles)
Panorama Orthopedics (4.1 miles)

Restaurants

Breckenridge Brewery (2.3 miles)
Angelos Taverna (2.3 miles)
Locavore Beer Works (2.3 miles)
McDonald's (2.5 miles)
Englewood Grand (2.7 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (3.1 miles)
McDonald's (3.2 miles)

Theaters

Alamo Drafthouse Littleton (2.8 miles)
AMC Highlands Ranch 24 (3.9 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (3 miles)
Starbucks (3.3 miles)
Starbucks (4.4 miles)
Starbucks (4.6 miles)
Stella's Coffee House (5.1 miles)
Starbucks (5.2 miles)
Black Rock Coffee Bar (5.2 miles)

Places of Worship

Mission Hills Church (3.4 miles)
Temple Sinai (4.4 miles)

Parks

Pinecrest Park (3.9 miles)
Mamie D Eisenhower Park (4.3 miles)
Ruby Park (4.8 miles)
Overland Pond Park (5.1 miles)
Rosamond Park (5.4 miles)
Washington Park (6 miles)
Bonnie Brae Ellipse Park (6.2 miles)

Hospitals

Children's Hospital Colorado South Campus (4.2 miles)
UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital (4.5 miles)
Cherry Creek Eye Center (6.8 miles)

Transportation

Arapahoe Light Rail Station (5.8 miles)

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