Page 21 of Best Assisted Living in Colorado

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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: 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

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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. 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. 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.
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.
Aspen Leaf Assisted Living-Limon 6Th Co
AL
RC
Limon
30No 49 -Parulben DarjiAspen Leaf Assisted Living-Limon 6Th Co
ShiftMed
AL
Arvada (Lamar Heights)
58No 33 -Lisa AndersonL & M Arvada LLC
Care Group Of Northglenn LLC
AL
Northglenn
16No 48 Private / Shared Rooms--
Prairie View Village Of Las Animas
AL
Las Animas
16No 45 Private / Shared Rooms--
AltaVita Independent Living
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
RC
Longmont
-Yes 60 1 Bed / 2 BedLinda Berens-
Sopris Lodge at Carbondale
AL
IL
MC
RC
Carbondale
48Yes 82 ---
Maxwell Center Assisted Living Residence
AL
Greeley (Jackson Field)
14No 66 Private / Shared Rooms--
Sharmar Village Senior Care Community
AL
NH
Pueblo
59
Facility 59
CO AVG
Rank #181 / 233
No--Jessica Erin HoltContinuum At Sharmar, Inc
Golden Lodge Assisted Living LLC
AL
MC
RC
Golden
111Yes 32 ---
Cherry Creek Retirement Village
AL
IL
Aurora (Heather Gardens)
35No 41 -Cynthia BurbachAurora Retirement, LLC

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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.

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Overview of Aspen Leaf Assisted Living-Limon 6th CO

With 30 beds serving Limon, Colorado, Aspen Leaf Assisted Living-Limon 6th CO is a small residential community. As an assisted living provider, it’s set up to support older adults who need help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals, while promoting as much independence as possible for each resident. Homes of this size tend to offer a calmer, more intimate setting where residents get personalized attention in a close-knit community.

The home is in a location that rates 49 for walkability, meaning some basic services may be walkable, but lots of trips need transportation. This setting type suits occupants and families who want a quieter, small-town environment. The facility offers respite care, which provides temporary short-term stays for people recuperating from a hospital visit or needing a brief break from family caregiving. This can be a beneficial choice for families managing care shifts or needing occasional relief.

For families contemplating Aspen Leaf, touring on-site is a good way to see the facility, meet the staff, and learn more about its daily operations and care approach. The kind of setting at Aspen Leaf Assisted Living-Limon 6th CO fits residents and families who prefer a calmer, small-town environment.

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Overview of ShiftMed
ShiftMed is a healthcare workforce management platform that connects healthcare facilities with local, credentialed nurses. It aims to streamline staffing processes and improve patient care while providing flexibility for healthcare professionals. The platform is designed to help organizations fill shifts quickly and efficiently.

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Overview of Care Group of Northglenn

Conveniently located in the harmonious setting of Northglenn, CO, Care Group of Northglenn is an exceptional community that offers assisted living and adult day services. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

Residents can have fun and meet new friends with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for convenience. The community’s dedicated services and well-maintained amenities create the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Prairie View Village of Las Animas

Live a blissful retirement at Prairie View Village of Las Animas, an idyllic haven in Las Animas, CO, offering assisted living. Dedicated to improving residents’ living experiences, a kind and highly skilled team provides top-notch care tailored to their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Housekeeping, laundry, and other chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

A jam-packed calendar of enriching activities and fun recreational programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and have fun. Delicious and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. For convenience and safety, medication management is also provided. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to make every moment of their best years count.

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Overview of AltaVita Independent Living

AltaVita Independent Living is a blissful retreat set near Willow Farm Park in Longmont, CO, offering independent living. The community also features a variety of specially designed and cozy floor plans, alongside maintenance services, ensuring residents’ comfort and convenience. Residents can feel a sense of belonging in the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and exciting programs is conducted, encouraging to maintain social connections and live actively. Delightful and nutritious meals are freshly prepared to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Other amenities include a fitness center, a business center, and recreational spaces, creating the best setting for residents’ wellness.

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Overview of Sopris Lodge at Carbondale

A 48-bed community at Rio Grande Avenue in Carbondale, Colorado, is Sopris Lodge at Carbondale. It’s set in a highly walkable neighborhood where most errands and essentials are within a quick walk. The setting offers residents easy access to the surrounding community while keeping a residential ambiance in a town known for outdoor access and mountain views.

The facility offers respite care services and residential accommodations, anchored by a team of licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants available 24/7. This staffing structure means residents benefit from consistent daily support and medical oversight. The community welcomes people seeking temporary respite care and longer-term residential living arrangements, making it a flexible option for families navigating changing care needs. Life at Sopris Lodge at Carbondale centers on wellness, enrichment, and connection. Dining is a focal point, with restaurant-style meals featuring chef-prepared options tailored for nutrition and satisfaction across each day’s offerings. The community maintains a Day Retreat program and offers residents access to life enrichment activities, technology support, and campus amenities built to promote independence and engagement. These elements combine to form a setting where residents can stay active and socially involved. At $5,512 monthly, the facility’s starting price is established upfront for families weighing their options. Meanwhile, its location in Carbondale puts it close to the Roaring Fork Valley, a region with natural attractions and a strong sense of place.

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Overview of Maxwell Center Assisted Living Residence

Conveniently located in the thriving neighborhood of Greeley, CO, Maxwell Center Assisted Living Residence is an idyllic community that offers assisted living. A compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. With beautifully furnished and secure accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety.

Residents can spend their days as they please, accompanied by a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and fun recreational programs. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. For convenience and safety, medication management is also available. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment makes it an ideal retirement option.

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Overview of Sharmar Village Senior Care Community

Sharmar Village Senior Care Community is a 59-bed nursing home with a strong rehabilitation focus. Situated on Abriendo Avenue in Pueblo, Colorado, and owned by Continuum Health Partnerships Inc, the facility is positioned as a rehab center and offers short-term rehabilitation alongside longer-term care options. It takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so families have flexibility in how they fund care. The community maintains an occupancy rate of about 70 percent, averaging a stay duration of around 136 days, a span mirroring a mix of post-acute rehabilitation residents and those in active nursing care. That balance makes it a practical choice for those healing from hospitalization, surgery, or other acute events who need skilled nursing support during recovery.

Daily nursing care averages roughly 3 hours 25 minutes per resident, with registered nurse coverage at just over an hour daily, nursing aides providing 2 hours 23 minutes, and licensed practical nurses allotting an additional 12 minutes. This staffing structure supports attentive care during recovery. The home offers 24/7 staffing and provides rehabilitation services and respite care, which can serve families needing short-term relief while a loved one recuperates or while longer-term arrangements are being considered. Pueblo’s geographic setting means almost all daily activities demand a car, but the community’s location on Abriendo Avenue puts it near key services and healthcare access in the area.

The blend of post-acute rehabilitation occupants and individuals in active nursing care makes Sharmar Village Senior Care Community a pragmatic option for those recovering from hospitalization, surgery, or other acute events who require skilled nursing support during healing.

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Overview of Golden Lodge Assisted Living

Offering a comprehensive residential atmosphere for older adults seeking independence and support, Golden Lodge Assisted Living is a 111-bed assisted living community in Golden, Colorado. It’s set in a quiet, car-dependent neighborhood with scheduled transportation and concierge services to address local mobility.

Golden Lodge Assisted Living provides Independent Living Plus, with access to four different tiers of medical care to handle varying care needs. Residents benefit from 24-hour staffing, including licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, with available on-site rehabilitation services and respite care. A cornerstone of the facility experience is dining, with three chef-prepared, restaurant-style nutritious meals provided daily, supplemented by healthy snacks and special dining choices. The community also offers a robust amenities package: theater space, activity room, exercise and fitness area with programs, individual therapies, and salon. Residents enjoy weekly housekeeping and laundry service, paired with additional cleaning and laundry services. Community rooms support activities and calendar programming, and small pets are welcome. Cable TV, basic utilities, and greenhouse access complement the residential experience. The combination of dining, therapy, and lifestyle programming supports an active, engaged community across multiple care levels. The neighborhood, carrying a Walk Score of 32, is somewhat car-dependent, but the facility’s scheduled transportation and concierge services make it easy for residents and families to explore local needs without personal vehicles.

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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 424 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.