Veterans Community Living Center at Rifle

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The Veterans Community Living Center at Rifle is a state-operated, skilled nursing facility that serves veterans, veterans' spouses and widows and Gold Star parents.

Home of the free because of the brave!Michael Majors
04/02/2026

Home of the free because of the brave!
Michael Majors

Brook is helping UPS unload our delivery! One thing is for sure… we always have volunteers to help!
04/02/2026

Brook is helping UPS unload our delivery! One thing is for sure… we always have volunteers to help!

Brooke and Harry watching our digital tv Facebook posts🤩
04/02/2026

Brooke and Harry watching our digital tv Facebook posts🤩

Mary , Rhonda, and Shelly. Their warm smiles create a welcoming, warm, safe environment.
04/02/2026

Mary , Rhonda, and Shelly. Their warm smiles create a welcoming, warm, safe environment.

Tonya working her magic today on Alice Corey’s beautiful hair. We are so fortunate to have her our residents love when s...
04/02/2026

Tonya working her magic today on Alice Corey’s beautiful hair. We are so fortunate to have her our residents love when she is here♥️

Our clinical team entering notes.
04/02/2026

Our clinical team entering notes.

Sheryl and Sherry sharing stories.
04/02/2026

Sheryl and Sherry sharing stories.

Amelia and Silvia always keep us safe from bacteria and infections.
04/02/2026

Amelia and Silvia always keep us safe from bacteria and infections.

Amber loves our residents! Max is next for his Care Conference.
04/02/2026

Amber loves our residents! Max is next for his Care Conference.

Rhonda from Physical Therapy helping Bill with his workout.
04/02/2026

Rhonda from Physical Therapy helping Bill with his workout.

Brooke is sitting in the gazebo enjoying this cool spring day.
04/02/2026

Brooke is sitting in the gazebo enjoying this cool spring day.

Come visit the Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers – Rifle table!Barb and Sonja will be there sharing valuable in...
03/24/2026

Come visit the Colorado Veterans Community Living Centers – Rifle table!

Barb and Sonja will be there sharing valuable information about all five of our state homes and how they support veterans with exceptional care and community. If you’re a veteran—or know someone who may be interested—this is a great opportunity to learn more about our amazing homes.

We’re also currently hiring and have several employment opportunities available for the right candidates. Stop by and connect with us!

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851 E 5th Street
Rifle, CO
81650

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+19706250842

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Who We Are.

The Veterans Community Living Center at Rilfe, is the best kept secret on the Western Slope. We are an 89 bed Facility, a 24/7 Skilled Nursing Facility dedicated to United States Military Veterans and their loved ones. We provide both Short Tem rehabilitation, providing Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy. We also provide Long Term Care needs for our Veterans, Veteran Spouses, and Gold Star families. We have an 18 bed Secured Dementia/Memory Care unit with an attached walk out beautiful park area/gazebo for our Veterans and families to enjoy. Our facility is located atop the town of Rifle, with beautiful landscaping for enjoyment, and exercise.

The Rifle Center is managed and operated by the State of Colorado.

Dr. Douglas Shenk, MD has worked throughout the Western Slope and well known for his compassionate style of treating his patients. His reputation has made a strong statement to those in the healthcare community and shares his passion for our Veterans. Dr. Shenk is a full-time physician officed in our facility. He is well respected and adored for his community commitment and his service on the Western Slope.

If you are 70%-100% Service Connected disabled, your long term care needs will be paid for through Veterans Administration benefits, we also accept Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, for those in need of payment assistance.