The Villas at Sunny Acres Continuing Care Retirement Community, located in Thornton, Colorado, is a multi-level care facility that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. Operated under the American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, the community is Catholic-affiliated and certified by both Medicare and Medicaid, having participated in the Medicare program since December 30, 1969. The facility accommodates 128 occupants and provides services for residents with a range of needs, including those requiring continuing care, cardiac or stroke rehabilitation, memory care, and podiatry services. Psychiatric care is accepted, and care plans may address physical and mental health conditions as necessary.

Residents at The Villas can access a suite of medical and supportive services. Registered nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) provide oversight, medication management, and rehabilitation therapies as needed. The facility coordinates care for individuals with chronic medical issues, including cardiac and post-stroke care, and offers support for activities of daily living such as bathing with full assistance, dressing with full assistance, eating with some physical support, and toileting with some physical support. Additional amenities include on-site laundry and dry cleaning, resident and family counseling, participation in clubs and community organizations, and programming for social engagement.

Resident and family experiences at The Villas are mixed. Many long-term residents and family members report a positive sense of community and highlight attentive care delivered by dedicated staff, particularly among CNA and nursing teams, as well as in therapy and rehabilitation settings. Good communication and supportive relationships are noted within independent and skilled nursing domains. However, other reviewers identify significant issues, including concerns over staff professionalism, inconsistent management responsiveness, maintenance shortfalls such as worn bedding, nonfunctional air conditioning, and cleanliness, along with negative experiences in some administrative and short-stay nursing roles. Some families have cited incidents of neglect, lack of dignity, or discomfort during sensitive times, and dissatisfaction with the timeliness of response to resident needs. These reported inconsistencies, especially concerning facility conditions and management, may impact the overall care experience for residents and their families.

Overall, The Villas at Sunny Acres provides a continuum of care options and a variety of services to support residents with diverse needs, emphasizing a community approach but presenting variable outcomes based on individual experiences and operational factors.

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 $5,804. The cost of continuing care retirement communities 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.