Riverdale Rehab and Care Community of Brighton is a skilled nursing facility located in Brighton, Colorado, conveniently situated near Platte Valley Medical Center and local parks for easy family visits and access to community resources. The facility provides comprehensive nursing home care, including both long-term care and short-term respite care, tailored to seniors with a broad spectrum of medical and personal care needs. Riverdale specializes in post-acute rehabilitation services for individuals recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, offering individualized care plans to optimize recovery and functional independence. The community features specialized programs for wound care, pain management, and therapy services, which encompass physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Therapy sessions are conducted by licensed therapists in a dedicated rehabilitation gym outfitted with modern equipment to support mobility, strength, and functional improvement.
Residents receive full assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, toileting, and medication management, provided by trained nursing staff available 24/7. Riverdale emphasizes a person-centered approach, ensuring that care plans are regularly reviewed and adjusted to meet evolving needs. The facility offers private and semi-private rooms, with options for personalizing living spaces to create a comfortable, home-like environment. Common areas, including an activity room and outdoor courtyards, provide spaces for relaxation and social interaction.
Amenities at Riverdale Rehab and Care Community include a spacious dining area serving nutritious, chef-prepared meals, with dietary accommodations for special needs. Residents can enjoy on-site salon and barber services, housekeeping, laundry, and access to transportation for medical appointments. Daily and weekly activities are organized to promote engagement and overall well-being, such as group exercise classes, arts and crafts, music therapy sessions, holiday celebrations, and religious services. Community outings and family events are also part of the activity calendar, fostering a sense of connection and belonging.
Reviews from residents’ families and visitors are polarized, with positive feedback highlighting the staff’s friendliness, dedication, and communication, particularly praising nurses and therapists for their compassionate care and encouragement. However, significant concerns have been reported about facility maintenance, cleanliness, communication with management, and resident safety. Critics have mentioned challenges with overall facility management practices and employee morale, emphasizing the need for ongoing improvement in these areas. No significant recent developments regarding the facility have been found in public sources.
Costs at this community start at $2,076 and range up to $9,247. The average price in the community is $5,662, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,840. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
