The Residence at Oakridge

The Residence at Oakridge

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The Residence at Oakridge accepts Medicaid.

Overview of The Residence at Oakridge

The Residence at Oakridge provides assisted living in Fort Collins, CO. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while keeping their own apartment.

The community has 68 beds. Medicaid is accepted, which gives eligible residents a way to help pay for their care through that program. Lindsey Best serves as the administrator.

The area has a Walk Score of 67 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Pets are allowed, enabling a resident to continue living with a pet.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 68

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

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
24 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
67 / 100

About this community

License Details

StatusActive

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Residence at Oakridge is administered by Lindsey Best.

OwnerThe Residence @ Oakridge LLC

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Staff Details

Total Employees
23
Part-Time Employees
23

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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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Pets Allowed

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Address 4.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fort Collins's city center to The Residence at Oakridge's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Fort Collins

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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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AL
MC
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New Mercer Commons
AL
MC
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Brookdale Fort Collins Assisted Living
AL
Fort Collins80Yes 72 SuiteA+Farron BernhardtBrookdale Senior Living Communities, IncPrivate pay
The Residence at Oakridge
AL
Fort Collins68Yes 67 --Lindsey BestThe Residence @ Oakridge LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid
MacKenzie Place – Fort Collins
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Fort Collins61Yes 63 Studio / 1 Bed-Katy DurhamMackenzie Place Fort Collins LLCPrivate pay

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Colorado

The Residence at Oakridge is located in Fort Collins, 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 The Residence at Oakridge

Who is the owner of The Residence at Oakridge?

The Residence at Oakridge is legally operated by The Residence @ Oakridge LLC, and administered by Lindsey Best.

Is The Residence at Oakridge in a walkable area?

The Residence at Oakridge has a walk score of 67. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has The Residence at Oakridge been in business?

The Residence at Oakridge has been operating for approximately 24 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Residence at Oakridge?

Yes, The Residence at Oakridge allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Residence at Oakridge?

Lindsey Best is the administrator of The Residence at Oakridge.

How many beds does The Residence at Oakridge have?

The Residence at Oakridge has 68 beds.

Are there photos of The Residence at Oakridge?

Yes — there are 9 photos of The Residence at Oakridge in the photo gallery on this page.

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