Page 16 of Best Assisted Living in Colorado

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 412 assisted living communities in CO using CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CO
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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Good Samaritan Society Estes Park Village
AL
IL
RC
Estes Park
30
Facility 30
CO AVG 60
Rank #192 / 303
No
65
Facility 65
CO AVG 48
Rank #111 / 413
-B-Veronica HowellThe Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society-
Belleview Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Aurora (Woodgate)
66
Facility 66
CO AVG 60
Rank #124 / 303
No
24
Facility 24
CO AVG 48
Rank #338 / 413
SuiteCAudra PicciniAurora Care Group LLCPrivate pay
Balfour at Littleton
AL
MC
Littleton
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 60
Rank #83 / 303
No
56
Facility 56
CO AVG 48
Rank #163 / 413
-C+Marissa Ewig8160 W Coal Mine Ave Opco LLCPrivate pay
Gardens Care Senior Living – Homestead
AL
IL
Lakewood (Edgewood)
49
Facility 49
CO AVG 60
Rank #161 / 303
Yes
72
Facility 72
CO AVG 48
Rank #73 / 413
-C+Jennifer ConradThe Gardens Care Homes LLCPrivate pay
A Loving Hand Assisted Living
AL
Denver
8
Facility 8
CO AVG 60
Rank #252 / 303
No
29
Facility 29
CO AVG 48
Rank #316 / 413
Private / Shared RoomsA-Rozelle CawthornDkd Care LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid
Seneca House Assisted Living
AL
Fort Collins (The Gates)
14
Facility 14
CO AVG 60
Rank #216 / 303
Yes
36
Facility 36
CO AVG 48
Rank #274 / 413
Private / Shared RoomsB-Motolani OwolabiNew Horizon Assisted Living IncPrivate pay, Medicaid
Mountain Vista Senior Living Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Wheat Ridge (Appleridge Estates)
168
Facility 168
CO AVG 60
Rank #9 / 303
Yes
35
Facility 35
CO AVG 48
Rank #277 / 413
Private SuitesFBrad Nathan HonlBaptist Home Association Of The Rocky Mountains, IncPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
The Springs at St. Andrews Village
AL
IL
Aurora (Heather Gardens)
72
Facility 72
CO AVG 60
Rank #112 / 303
Yes
19
Facility 19
CO AVG 48
Rank #357 / 413
-CVirginia SandovalAurora Senior Housing LLC-
Assured Serenity 19
AL
MC
Denver
8
Facility 8
CO AVG 60
Rank #252 / 303
No
28
Facility 28
CO AVG 48
Rank #321 / 413
-ALisa AndersonL & M Serenity LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid
Almond Tree Senior Care – Highlands Ranch
AL
MC
Highlands Ranch
9
Facility 9
CO AVG 60
Rank #249 / 303
No
21
Facility 21
CO AVG 48
Rank #347 / 413
-ASonia IdnaniAlmond Tree Senior Care, LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid

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Overview of Good Samaritan Society Estes Park Village

Good Samaritan Society Estes Park Village offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Estes Park, CO. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Respite care offers a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs time away.

The community has 30 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Its range of care options may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

A Walk Score of 65 places the area in the somewhat walkable band. A resident who no longer drives can complete some errands on foot, while other trips may require a ride. On site, residents can use the swimming pool, wellness center, salon, and walking paths with mountain views for recreation, exercise, grooming, and outdoor walks. Veronica Howell serves as administrator, and The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society operates the community.

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Overview of Belleview Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care

Belleview Heights, resting in the beautiful surroundings of Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora, Colorado, offers an immaculate place for seniors in need of memory care and transitional assisted living. From sensory spa experiences that awaken the senses to cutting-edge virtual reality therapy that promotes cognitive health, everything is designed to uplift and empower residents. Its team goes above and beyond to ensure every resident receives attention and care. The community also boasts an innovative ionized air filtering system that creates a clean and healthy environment.

The interior spaces at Belleview Heights are simply breathtaking. Thoughtfully designed with attention to detail, the community extends the feeling of home to their facility. Residents can enjoy a myriad of activities and programs that stimulate the mind, foster a sense of purpose, and encourage social engagement. When it comes to memory care, Belleview Heights sets the standard.

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Balfour at Littleton

8160 W Coal Mine Ave, Littleton, CO 80123
Overview of Balfour at Littleton

Delivering exceptional care founded on 20 years of experience, Balfour at Littleton is an excellent senior living community in Littleton, CO, offering assisted living and memory care accommodations. Dedicated to helping residents live comfortably, the community offers an array of services, including support with activities of daily living and programming that helps stimulate long-term memories for those living with memory loss. Beautiful accommodations with various conveniences are offered to give residents a relaxing space for resting.

There’s a broad range of activities for residents to participate in and enjoy, making their lives as vibrant as possible. Residents here enjoy the luxury of a maintenance-free lifestyle with scheduled transportation services included to help residents get to their destinations and appointments conveniently. Here, residents are provided with all the conveniences they could have to live life comfortably.

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Overview of Gardens Care Senior Living – Homestead

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, Gardens Care Senior Living Homestead graces a 4.25-acre campus, featuring 24 Independent Living cottages and 35 Assisted Living apartments. This assisted living community presents premier assisted living with a relaxed atmosphere, complemented by a dedicated 24-hour staff, ensuring residents receive attentive care around the clock. The Assisted Living apartments have mini-kitchens and full private bathrooms, providing seniors with comfort and convenience. They have the luxury to choose between one-bedroom apartments or studio apartments, catering to their preferences.

Embracing a sense of community, Gardens Care Senior Living Homestead offers beautiful common areas, including two outside patios, ideal for visiting, dining, or simply relishing the great outdoors. The newly remodeled lodge, private suites, salon, library, billiard room, and theater room contribute to the array of inviting spaces available to residents. Discover a place where seniors can savor their golden years with comfort, joy, and peace of mind at Gardens Care Senior Living Homestead.

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Overview of A Loving Hand Assisted Living

A Loving Hand Assisted Living is an outstanding community in Denver, CO, offering assisted living. A compassionate and well-trained team helps residents with their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Specially designed and secure accommodations are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents maintain their independence without hassles.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a thoughtfully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Residents will surely have the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s vibrant setting and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Seneca House Assisted Living

4406 Seneca St, Fort Collins, CO 80526
Overview of Seneca House Assisted Living

Overlooking the serene area in Larimer County, Fort Collins, CO, Seneca House Assisted Living is a dependable senior living community that offers upscale assisted living services. The community makes sure residents’ needs are met with the help of a professional caregiving team available 24/7 to assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Residents can choose from an array of private and shared rooms that offer a warm and inviting atmosphere for a comfortable retirement living experience.

Residents are provided with personalized care plans that encompasses caring for their holistic well-being, including the enrichment of mind, body, and spirit with compassionate care and stimulating activities. Carefully prepared meals and delicious snacks are provided to ensure residents always eat good and feel good. The community also offers a heated therapy pool, perfect for making rehabilitation and exercise an enjoyable experience for seniors.

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Overview of Mountain Vista Senior Living Community

Live a blissful retirement at Mountain Vista Senior Living Community, a dedicated community in Wheat Ridge, CO, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community has well-thought-out and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents find the right accommodation according to their preferences. Residents also receive the highest quality of care tailored to their personal needs from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock.

With a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community’s wide range of care and extensive amenities create the ideal setting for residents to age with dignity in a vibrant and welcoming environment.

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Overview of The Springs at St. Andrews Village

The Springs at St. Andrews Village offers independent living and assisted living in Aurora, Colorado. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Having both care levels available may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community is in the Heather Gardens neighborhood and has 72 beds. Monthly prices start at $4,895 for independent living and $5,115 for assisted living, with the difference reflecting the daily care available at each level. Virginia Sandoval serves as administrator, and Aurora Senior Housing operates the community.

An indoor pool gives residents an onsite option for swimming or water exercise. The salon supports personal grooming without requiring a trip outside the community, and pets are allowed so residents may continue living with a pet. Onsite rehabilitation services let residents receive therapy within the community, while the Military Veterans Program offers a program specifically for veterans.

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Overview of Assured Serenity 19

Keep your dignity with the specialized memory care services of Assured Serenity 19 in South Kearney Street, Denver, CO. The community also offers a Brain Injury Supportive Living Program for seniors to jump back into their lives without worries. With its unwavering dedication to improving seniors’ welfare, the community fosters a bright and friendly environment. Moreover, Assured Serenity 19 works hard to meet seniors’ needs and aspirations with customized care plans.

The community helps seniors enjoy every day without hassles with various care services including physical and occupational therapy, podiatry, and transportation services. With engaging activities and stimulating programs, residents explore new things and rekindle passions. Assured Serenity 19 strives to provide a safe place for seniors to create lasting moments while receiving the utmost care and attention they deserve.

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Overview of Almond Tree Senior Care – Highlands Ranch

Burrowed in the tranquil neighborhood of Douglas County, Highland Ranch, CO, Almond Tree Senior Care – Highlands Ranch is a compassionate senior living community that offers premiere assisted living services. The community offers 24-hour round-the-clock assistance and supervision delivered by a team of dedicated on-site nurses, providing residents with comfort and peace of mind. Residents can comfortably relax in their snug and beautiful accommodations with convenient access to housekeeping and laundry services.

Daily engagement activities, including individualized fitness programs are offered to encourage residents to stay active, stimulated, and connected, enriching their overall wellness. Three fresh and nutritionist approved home-cooked meals and healthy snacks are served daily to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and cravings. Residents’ lives are further enhanced with access to transportation services, medication assistance & delivery, in-home physician and nurses visits, and access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Colorado

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Colorado?

Assisted living in Colorado supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Colorado?

Assisted living in Colorado is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Colorado Medicaid cover assisted living?

Colorado Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Colorado) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 412 assisted living facilities in Colorado. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Colorado?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Colorado, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Colorado?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Assisted Living in Colorado at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,232The average monthly cost across facilities in Colorado. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 48/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Colorado. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 60The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Colorado. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90