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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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Jun 2026
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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

Compare Assisted Living around Colorado

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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Florence Care Home

1230 W 3Rd St, Florence, CO 81226
Overview of Florence Care Home

With a cozy home-like environment, Florence Care Home located at 3rd St. in scenic Florence, CO, is an ideal senior living community providing assisted living services. Delivering care for 25+ years, the community began with seven bedrooms and was renovated to nine bedrooms to accommodate additional residents. With a dedicated team and skilled staff, Florence Care Home ensures the comfort and safety of its residents with top-tier care and support. This community values the preferences and independence of each individual resident, hence, providing them with assistance tailored to their specific needs. Florence Care Home serves healthy and delicious home-cooked meals during the day for its residents. Prepared at the beck and call of the seniors, the team delivers round-the-clock assistance to daily activities. This assisted living haven is truly a place where top-notch service is provided and meaningful relationships are built.

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Overview of Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care Arvada

Tucked in Arvada, Colorado, Applewood Our House offers a secure haven for seniors seeking assisted living and memory care services. Founded in 2013, this community provides a safe and comfortable environment for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The residence boasts private and companion rooms, designed with impeccable interiors and open floor plans that encourage relaxation and a sense of security.

Here, residents can anticipate nutritious meals crafted by expert dietitians, ensuring their well-being. The community also offers a range of engaging activities and care services, complemented by delightful outdoor spaces featuring walking paths. Every aspect of the community is meticulously designed for comfort and practicality, and residents can savor freshly cooked meals daily, prepared with seasonal ingredients to cater to various tastes.

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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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Tender Care Assisted Living

6419 W Mexico Ave, Lakewood, CO 80232
Overview of Tender Care Assisted Living

Live a blissful retirement with Tender Care Assisted Living, a trusted community that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-notch care and assistance 24/7 from a compassionate and highly trained team. By promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, residents can rest easy and make the most of their golden years.

Residents are free to spend their days as they please with the community’s beautifully manicured amenities. Three delightful and healthy meals are also served to ensure hassle-free dining, while snacks and beverages throughout the day. Medication supervision and assistance with appointments are also available for residents’ convenience. Spend your golden years without worries amidst the community’s purposely built accommodations.

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Mercy Housing

1600 Broadway, Denver, CO 80202
Overview of Mercy Housing

Mercy Housing is a non-profit organization in Denver, CO that strives to provide older people with affordable yet quality housing options that cater to their unique needs. The community strives to create an environment that addresses residents’ housing needs and nurtures their lives through an array of services. Older residents here comfortably age in place with convenient access to various food programs and necessary healthcare services like annual physical checkups and physician visits.

Dedicated to creating a warm and inviting environment, the community also offers an array of activities and programs that keep residents active and included. Residents also benefit from having guidance and education about managing their finances to improve their financial well-being. At Mercy Housing, they go above and beyond in making residents feel safe and included in a community that aims to nurture their overall well-being.

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Overview of Peak Gardens Assisted Living – Arvada

Found in Arvada, Colorado, Peak Gardens Assisted Living offers a warm and positive atmosphere, tailored specifically for seniors seeking a supportive and homely environment. With round-the-clock personal life care that is all-inclusive, this community provides unparalleled care for its residents’ golden years. Their caregivers are not just capable and credible but also highly trained, ensuring the best quality of life for the individuals they serve.

Their residential assisted living homes are thoughtfully designed for the utmost comfort of seniors, featuring a small staff-to-resident ratio that fosters a family-like atmosphere. The community caters to various needs, including long-term living, hospice, and end-of-life care. With private and companion rooms, 24-hour day staff, assistance with daily activities, and special diet accommodations, residents receive personalized care. Peak Gardens also provides Wi-Fi access, outdoor visiting areas for families and friends, and welcomes pets.

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Healing Hands Assisted Living

6550 S Addison Way, Aurora, CO 80016
Overview of Healing Hands Assisted Living

Enjoy the highest quality of life with Healing Hands Assisted Living, a dependable community in Aurora, CO, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to enhancing residents’ well-being, the community provides exceptional care and support around the clock. A compassionate and highly trained team also helps with daily living activities and household responsibilities to provide residents with more time to do the things they love.

With the community’s life enrichment program, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Delicious and healthy meals are also served for residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to promote a respectful and welcoming environment for residents to thrive amidst its cozy indoor spaces and scenic outdoor setting.

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Overview of Assured Senior Living Littleton Meadowbrook Place

Meadowbrook Place has been running as an assisted living and memory care community in Littleton, Colorado, for 22 years. It sits at 2 Meadowbrook Pl, next to Carbone Park, in a neighborhood where a Walk Score of 34 means most residents and visitors will need a car for most trips. AdventHealth Littleton is one mile away.

The care model covers a wider range than most. Alongside assisted living and memory care, the facility runs a Traumatic Brain Injury Supportive Living program, an uncommon specialty in residential senior care. Respite care and nursing services round out the clinical side. Caregivers are present around the clock and assist with mobility, dressing, and personal care. The building is fully wheelchair accessible.

Three home-style meals are prepared fresh each day. Weekly housekeeping and laundry are included. Indoor common spaces and a fenced outdoor area give residents room to move around. Personal care extras, including hair care and manicure and pedicure services, are available, as is transportation.

Assured Senior Living Littleton Meadowbrook Place is a small, long-running community with a specific clinical niche. The Traumatic Brain Injury Supportive Living program sets it apart from most assisted living options in the area, and the combination of memory care and brain injury support under one roof reflects a care model built for residents with more complex needs than standard assisted living typically addresses.

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Overview of Prairie Pines Assisted Living Community

Spend your golden years at Prairie Pines Assisted Living Community, a welcoming community in Eads, CO, offering assisted living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a respectful and well-trained team helping with their daily living activities and personal needs 24/7. With beautifully furnished and secure accommodations, the community ensures residents can feel a sense of familiarity during their stay.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a well-thought-out calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs tailored to their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are available for convenience and safety. The community is great for those needing assistance to make the most of their retirement without worries.

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Overview of Arapahoe Community Living

Make every moment of your best years count at Arapahoe Community Living, an idyllic retreat in Aurora, CO, offering assisted living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their daily living activities around the clock. Alongside beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, so residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

With a carefully planned calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to learn new things and interact with their surroundings. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its exceptional services and engaging programs, residents are guaranteed to have the finest retirement experience.

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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.