Overview of Westhaven

Spend your golden years at Westhaven, an idyllic 62+ community in Lakewood, CO, offering independent living. Featuring fully furnished and spacious one-bedroom accommodations, the community strives to keep residents comfortable and safe. Residents also enjoy maintenance-free living with the community’s dedicated services around the clock.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. With the community’s proximity to delightful local amenities and restaurants, residents enjoy various dining options to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those looking to maintain independence without the busy work, especially with its top-tier services and cozy communal spaces.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 72 / 100 Rank #193 / 872Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 193rd out of 872 homes in Colorado. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Colorado facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Colorado that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age62+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Gym
Swimming Pool
Salon
Spa
Restaurant
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Transportation
Laundry
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8:00AM to 5:00PM

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Exercise Programs

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Address 8.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Denver's city center to Westhaven's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Colorado

Westhaven is located in Denver, Colorado.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Colorado.

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Colorado resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+
General Colorado resident.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CO

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Benefits
Cash (~$100-$800/month) Limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week) Medical assistance

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Benefits
All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy Medical visits

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Age
General Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, stricter than waivers
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider) E.g. Bathing Dressing

Frequently Asked Questions about Westhaven

What neighborhood is Westhaven in?

Westhaven is in the Eiber neighborhood.

Is Westhaven in a walkable area?

Westhaven has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are there photos of Westhaven?

Yes — there are 73 photos of Westhaven in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Westhaven?

Westhaven is located at 1430 Nelson St, Denver, CO 80215.

What is the phone number of Westhaven?

(303) 237-2878 will put you in contact with the team at Westhaven.

Does Westhaven provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Westhaven is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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