Golden Rockies Assisted Living

Golden Rockies Assisted Living

Overview of Golden Rockies Assisted Living

Situated in a quiet neighborhood in Adams County, Thornton, CO, Golden Rockies Assisted Living is a classic senior living community that offers assisted living service. The community offers a cozy and intimate environment, accommodating to very few and select residents which allows for personalized care and focused attention. Residents are provided with various care services to help them live comfortably, such as personal care assistance, medication management, and 24-hour supervision.

Here, residents are free from the worries and stress of daily living chores with housekeeping, laundry services, and three home-cooked meals and delicious snacks provided. The community keeps residents entertained and stimulated with a wide range of engaging activities and entertainment. Residents enjoy a safe and secure environment with handicap accessible bathrooms, and excellent fire safety system and security system within the community.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 8

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
61 / 100

About this community

License Details

StatusActive

Ownership & Operating Entity

Golden Rockies Assisted Living is administered by Marilou Bruce.

OwnerGolden Rockies Assisted Living LLC

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Safety FeaturesFire safety system, Security system.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wheelchair Accessible
Laundry
Wi-Fi
Cable Tv
Homemade Meals
Specific ProgramsThree home-cooked meals and delicious snacks, Housekeeping and laundry services, Activities and entertainment, Trained 24-hour staff

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Inspection History

In Colorado, the Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division is the regulatory body that performs unannounced surveys and publishes facility inspection findings.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 5.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Thornton's city center to Golden Rockies Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Payment methods or payer types accepted (e.g. private pay, Medicaid), as reported in state or survey data.
Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Thornton (Bramming Farm)176Yes 34 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Nicole NehlsBslc Thornton, LLCPrivate pay
Golden Rockies Assisted Living
AL
Thornton8No 61 --Marilou BruceGolden Rockies Assisted Living LLCPrivate pay
A Feathered Nest At Thornton
AL
MC
Thornton7No 29 Private / Semi-Private Rooms----
Light of Victory Assisted Living
AL
Thornton-No------

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CO community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Colorado

Golden Rockies Assisted Living is located in Thornton, 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 Golden Rockies Assisted Living

Is Golden Rockies Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Golden Rockies Assisted Living has a walk score of 61. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Golden Rockies Assisted Living?

No, Golden Rockies Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Golden Rockies Assisted Living?

Marilou Bruce is the administrator of Golden Rockies Assisted Living.

How many beds does Golden Rockies Assisted Living have?

Golden Rockies Assisted Living has 8 beds.

Are there photos of Golden Rockies Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Golden Rockies Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Golden Rockies Assisted Living?

Golden Rockies Assisted Living is located at 13533 Clermont St, Thornton, CO 80241.

What is the phone number of Golden Rockies Assisted Living?

(303) 658-0346 will put you in contact with the team at Golden Rockies Assisted Living.

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