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Best Assisted Living in Colorado

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 455 assisted living communities in Colorado using Colorado Dept. of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CO
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455 homes
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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: 51/ 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: 76The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Colorado. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.

MacKenzie Place – Colorado Springs
AL
IL
MC
Colorado Springs (East Colorado Springs)
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 76
Rank #226 / 533
Yes
44
Facility 44
CO AVG 51
Rank #549 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+David HillMackenzie Place Colorado Springs LLCPrivate pay
Brookdale Boulder Creek
AL
Boulder (Glenwood Grove - North Iris)
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 76
Rank #198 / 533
Yes
53
Facility 53
CO AVG 51
Rank #445 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Nicholas DegirolamoBrookdale Senior Living Communities IncPrivate pay
Brookdale Fort Collins Assisted Living
AL
Fort Collins
80
Facility 80
CO AVG 76
Rank #237 / 533
Yes
72
Facility 72
CO AVG 51
Rank #193 / 872
SuiteA+Farron BernhardtBrookdale Senior Living Communities, IncPrivate pay
Springbrooke Retirement
AL
IL
MC
RC
Denver (East)
151
Facility 151
CO AVG 76
Rank #41 / 533
Yes
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 51
Rank #68 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Fanny RouseSpringfield Group LLCPrivate pay
Keystone Place at Legacy Ridge
AL
IL
Westminster (North Central Westminster)
100
Facility 100
CO AVG 76
Rank #161 / 533
Yes
53
Facility 53
CO AVG 51
Rank #445 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Melissa WardKeystone Federal LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid
Brookdale Greenwood Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
Greenwood Village
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 76
Rank #198 / 533
Yes
71
Facility 71
CO AVG 51
Rank #208 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private / PrivateB-Tabetha HoustonArc Greenwood Village, IncPrivate pay, Medicare
Legend of Broomfield
AL
MC
Broomfield
103
Facility 103
CO AVG 76
Rank #151 / 533
Yes
57
Facility 57
CO AVG 51
Rank #392 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+William BeckLw Broomfield Opco LLCPrivate pay
Balfour Riverfront Park
AL
IL
MC
Denver (Ballpark District)
100
Facility 100
CO AVG 76
Rank #161 / 533
Yes
91
Facility 91
CO AVG 51
Rank #34 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Kristen Curran-BrookhamWell Balfour Tenant LLCPrivate pay
Gardens on Quail
AL
MC
Arvada (Allendale Area)
96
Facility 96
CO AVG 76
Rank #176 / 533
Yes
54
Facility 54
CO AVG 51
Rank #430 / 872
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Mariah RuellGqops, LLCPrivate pay
Bonaventure of Castle Rock
AL
IL
MC
Castle Rock (Low Meadow Boulevard)
88
Facility 88
CO AVG 76
Rank #213 / 533
No
34
Facility 34
CO AVG 51
Rank #637 / 872
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Heather BrownBonaventure Of Castle Rock LLCPrivate pay
Sunrise of Boulder
AL
MC
Boulder (Winding Trail)
110
Facility 110
CO AVG 76
Rank #108 / 533
Yes
45
Facility 45
CO AVG 51
Rank #535 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-Jennifer TerryWelltower Opco Group, LLCPrivate pay
Sunrise of Westminster
AL
MC
RC
Westminster (East Central Westminster)
109
Facility 109
CO AVG 76
Rank #120 / 533
Yes
22
Facility 22
CO AVG 51
Rank #734 / 872
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-Angela ArchibaldSzr Second Westminster Assisted Living LLCPrivate pay
Sunrise at Orchard
AL
NH
MC
Littleton (Cherry Ridge)
108
Facility 108
CO AVG 76
Rank #123 / 533
Yes
69
Facility 69
CO AVG 51
Rank #244 / 872
Studio / 1 BedA-Jason VandagriffSzr Orchard Al LLCPrivate pay
Brookdale Monument Valley Park
AL
MC
Colorado Springs (Downtown)
75
Facility 75
CO AVG 76
Rank #257 / 533
No
81
Facility 81
CO AVG 51
Rank #99 / 872
Studio / 2 BedA+Lorelei BroxsonBrookdale Place Of Colorado Springs LLCPrivate pay
Grace Pointe Continuing Care Senior Campus
AL
IL
MC
Greeley (Cedarwoods)
105
Facility 105
CO AVG 76
Rank #141 / 533
Yes
35
Facility 35
CO AVG 51
Rank #627 / 872
Studio / 1 BedA+Miss Ing Admin InformationWgcc LLCPrivate pay
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Overview of Cherry Creek Retirement Village

At 14555 E Hampden Ave in Aurora, Colorado, Cherry Creek Retirement Village is a 35-bed residential community in a somewhat walkable neighborhood with access to nearby services and shops. It operates as a 3-story building and has been in place for 25 years, offering studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to fit different needs and preferences. Residents start at $2,595 monthly, covering housing and access to the community’s core services and amenities.

Cherry Creek Retirement Village is built around active living and engagement. Residents join social events and activities organized throughout the month, paired with regular outings to explore local shops, restaurants, and cultural venues like museums. The daily rhythm includes three restaurant-style meals served in the dining room. A full range of support services spans nursing services, rehabilitation services, and staffing 24/7 to assist with daily needs. The physical spaces reflect a focus on wellness and life quality. A wellness center anchors the community’s health offerings, while amenities like a salon, barber, and spa serve residents’ personal-care preferences. A courtyard and garden for outdoor time, walking paths for exercise and fresh air, and a billiards room for recreation are among the common areas. Beyond the building, transportation is provided for outings and appointments, and housekeeping, laundry, and linen services handle the logistics of daily living. The setting is residential in character instead of institutional, and the room variety lets residents select a space that fits their needs, whether that’s a compact studio or a two-bedroom for a spouse or visiting family.

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Overview of Gaia’s Remedy Holistic Assisted Living

Nestled in the middle of a serene mountain landscape in Evergreen, CO, Gaia’s Remedy is a remarkable residential senior living community that offers holistic assisted living care to its residents. As the only residential assisted living in Evergreen, Gaia’s Remedy offers personalized care and fosters a family-oriented environment in the community. As a residential living community, Gaia’s Remedy provides a high resident–caregiver ratio ensuring each resident receives attention and devoted care.

Gaia’s Remedy features holistic amenities like the Therapeutic Lifestyle Program to keep the residents healthy and active. Several activities are also provided to ensure that residents get to enjoy their newfound home and build connections with other residents and the team. Furthermore, the team prepares three homemade and healthy meals for the residents daily. With a breathtaking view of the mountains, Gaia’s Remedy goes above and beyond with its exceptional floor plans that feature private bedrooms, bedrooms with a mountain view, and spacious living and recreational rooms. A small community with trained and skilled caregivers that promotes warmth among the residents and fosters a family-like environment.

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Overview of Grace Pointe Senior Care Community

Grace Pointe Senior Care Community offers a unique blend of family-oriented support and tailored care for seniors. Their commitment is to ensure every resident’s vibrant and fulfilling life, providing various services, including independent living, assisted living, long-term care, and memory care. Residents experience a profound sense of belonging and togetherness within this community, carefully nurtured to foster a strong community spirit.

With 24-hour emergency response systems in place, residents can feel secure and supported at all times. In addition to the exceptional care, Grace Pointe offers a peaceful living environment with amenities such as a cozy coffee bar, a well-stocked library, a spacious community room, a serene courtyard, and a salon and barbershop, all set within private and secure grounds. Residents are treated to chef-prepared meals, enhancing their overall living experience. Grace Pointe Senior Care Community truly epitomizes the essence of assisted living facilities and independent senior living, providing a warm and engaging home for seniors in Greeley.

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Overview of Altavita Assisted Living

AltaVita stands out with its exquisite ambiance, featuring radiant lights that create a premium atmosphere, making it a standout choice for seniors in Longmont, Colorado. The facility boasts a thoughtful design, encompassing memory care, assisted living, and independent living services. Seniors and their families can trust in AltaVita’s family-oriented approach to care, ensuring confidence and peace of mind.

The community exudes warmth and hospitality, offering a range of amenities including a fitness center, hair salon, barber shop, and even an inviting ice cream parlor. Outdoor enthusiasts can appreciate the outdoor dining area and water feature. With high ceilings and spacious, airy interiors, AltaVita offers a picturesque environment. Additionally, they cater to respite care needs, following the highest assisted living guidelines, making it a reliable choice for seniors seeking a supportive living experience in well-appointed assisted living apartments.

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Holly Creek

5500 E Peakview Ave, Centennial, CO 80121
Overview of Holly Creek

Holly Creek prides itself on practicing a ‘colorful Colorado living’; they strive to make a positive impact in the lives of each resident; they are ready to attend to any needs an individual may have. The staff encourages residents to take part in enriching and engaging activities that cultivate their personal growth during their golden years. The retirement home offers a home-like atmosphere that can provide all the essential benefits for its residents, as they make it a point to enhance the lifestyle of every resident and elevate their daily living.

The vibrant lifestyle of all-inclusive amenities includes daily delicious and nutritious meals, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, furnished independent living apartments, daily fitness activities with their finest gym equipment, transportation, 24-hour care and supervision, a library, and three restaurants available on-site.

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Overview of Spectrum Retirement of Colorado

Spectrum Retirement Communities, situated in Denver, Colorado, offers a modern approach to senior living. They provide a range of options, including independent senior living, assisted living homes, and memory care living. Here, seniors find a welcoming environment rooted in honor and respect, supported by advanced technology and excellent healthcare partners.

Seniors enjoy a vibrant lifestyle within this community, which stands apart from typical senior facilities. Spectrum Retirement Communities ensures round-the-clock security with a 24-hour emergency response system. They also provide amenities like weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation, and personal Wi-Fi. For memory care private homes, residents can surely experience a secure and nurturing environment tailored to their specific needs.

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Overview of Rocky Mountain Assisted Living – Newland

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, Rocky Mountain Assisted Living – Newland proudly stands as a premier assisted living community offering senior residents a comfortable and personalized space to call their own. Their dedicated staff is committed to providing compassionate care, always respecting and preserving residents’ independence. Care providers act as welcomed guests in their loved one’s home, providing assistance whenever needed. A carefully laid-out and thoughtfully designed environment caters to residents’ needs, creating a comfortable and intimate home setting filled with cherished memories and comforts.

Rocky Mountain Assisted Living is rooted in personal connections. Their team has cared for their own family members, instilling a heartfelt perspective that influences how they care for each resident. This assisted living community extends professional and compassionate 24-hour care to meet changing needs and with unwavering dedication, they prioritize providing the best possible care, ensuring residents receive the utmost respect and attention. Entrust your loved one’s well-being to a place where compassion, respect, and exceptional quality converge – Rocky Mountain Assisted Living, where caring for seniors is a way of life. 

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Overview of Affinity at Fort Collins

Affinity at Fort Collins is an upscale 55+ retirement community where management heavily promotes an active lifestyle for seniors who can choose from various social opportunities in and out of the community. Affinity at Fort Collins is sure to provide a delightful lifestyle for seniors with a touch of elegance. 

The premier independent living community for retired seniors in Billings ensures that their residents’ living experience is centered on the wellness and independence of each individual and that everyone maintains an active and comfortable lifestyle. They offer a fitness center, an indoor pool, an arts and crafts studio, and common room areas. 

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Circle of Care

2505 4Th St, Boulder, CO 80301
Overview of Circle of Care

Circle of Care is a compassionate, non-profit organization dedicated to creating an inclusive community for older adults and retirees with disabilities. They aim to lessen feelings of loneliness and isolation among older people by bringing them together in a community tailored to provide an array of life-enriching activities. Their organization fosters intergenerational connections and helps older people connect through an array of arts, culture, social, and life-long learning opportunities.

Their Volunteer Senior Transportation Program brings volunteers and older people together to share their experiences about common interests and build meaningful relationships. Through their partnership with an online global platform for arts, cultural, educational, and entertainment offerings, they aim to expand their members’ resources and help them learn from the best in the field. At Circle of Care, older people are empowered to make the most of their golden years and spend them making new connections, learning new things, and gaining enriching experiences.

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Overview of Castle Rock Assisted Living – Wild Rye Home

Conveniently located near downtown Castle Rock, Colorado, Castle Rock Assisted Living – Wild Rye Home is a blissful community that focuses on assisted living. The community is dedicated to providing top-tier care and support to residents with an experienced and compassionate team attending to their special needs. With its serene and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a laid-back lifestyle while letting the community handle the busy work.

Through a jam-packed calendar of fun-filled activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live an active and well-connected retirement. The community also conducts fitness classes, music therapy, and spiritual gatherings for residents’ leisure and wellness. Amenities also include outdoor spaces and a sunbathed porch, ideal for a relaxing time.

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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 455 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.