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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 Bed | A+ | David Hill | Mackenzie Place Colorado Springs LLC | Private 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 Bed | A+ | Nicholas Degirolamo | Brookdale Senior Living Communities Inc | Private 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 | Suite | A+ | Farron Bernhardt | Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc | Private 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 Bed | A+ | Fanny Rouse | Springfield Group LLC | Private 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 Bed | A+ | Melissa Ward | Keystone Federal LLC | Private 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 / Private | B- | Tabetha Houston | Arc Greenwood Village, Inc | Private 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 Bed | A+ | William Beck | Lw Broomfield Opco LLC | Private 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 Bed | A+ | Kristen Curran-Brookham | Well Balfour Tenant LLC | Private 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 Bed | A+ | Mariah Ruell | Gqops, LLC | Private 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 Bed | A+ | Heather Brown | Bonaventure Of Castle Rock LLC | Private 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 Bed | A- | Jennifer Terry | Welltower Opco Group, LLC | Private 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 Bed | A- | Angela Archibald | Szr Second Westminster Assisted Living LLC | Private 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 Bed | A- | Jason Vandagriff | Szr Orchard Al LLC | Private 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 Bed | A+ | Lorelei Broxson | Brookdale Place Of Colorado Springs LLC | Private 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 Bed | A+ | Miss Ing Admin Information | Wgcc LLC | Private pay |
AdventHealth Littleton is a hospital located in Littleton, Colorado. It provides whole-person health care services to the community, including emergency care, cancer care, and maternal health services. The facility is committed to delivering high-quality care and has received various recognitions for patient safety and excellence in nursing.
Children's Hospital Colorado is one of the top children’s hospitals in the nation, helping kids across Colorado and the west. It provides specialized care for various pediatric conditions and is affiliated with the University of Colorado School of Medicine. The hospital is committed to improving patient experience and safety.
AdventHealth Avista is a hospital located in Louisville, Colorado. It offers a range of health care services including emergency care, heart and vascular care, and a New Life Birth Center. The facility is committed to providing whole-person care and is recognized for its patient safety and quality.
A 65-bed assisted living community in Pueblo West, Colorado, is Pueblo West Gardens Assisted Living. With a Walk Score of 49, the location has some walkable nearby services, but most outings necessitate a car or other transportation.
The community runs with 24-hour staffing throughout, ensuring residents have support when needed. Call monitors are there to connect residents with staff on demand. Daily life is supported by practical services: personal housekeeping, laundry, limited transportation to appointments or errands, and an in-house salon for hair and personal grooming care. A regular part of the day is dining, with three full meals and snacks available to residents. The kitchen provides balanced meals that form the structure of the daily routine.
For families contemplating Pueblo West Gardens Assisted Living, scheduling an on-site tour is the best way to see the community personally, meet the staff, and get a feel for the daily rhythm and living spaces.
Situated in Colorado with a moderately walkable location scoring 60 out of 100, Cottonwood Ridge is a 32-bed residential care community. The setting combines private apartments with services built to support daily living, from meal preparation and housekeeping to medication management and personal care assistance.
The facility operates with 24-hour staff supervision and offers respite care options for families needing momentary placement. Daily life centers on individualized care and regular support: three home-cooked meals are prepared and served per day, and the staff assists with appointments, transportation, grooming, dressing, and personal laundry service. Amenities support comfort and connection. Residents have private apartments with individually controlled heating and air conditioning, and the facility provides utilities, off-street parking, and cable television hookups. A whirlpool spa, beauty shop, resident library, and enclosed patio with gazebo offer spaces for relaxation and community gathering. Computer access is available when wanted, and a gas fireplace adds warmth to common areas.
Cottonwood Ridge is built for residents who need daily assistance with personal care and household tasks while maintaining their own apartments and some independence in how they spend time.
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.
Operated by Sunny Acres Healthcare LLC, The Villas at Sunny Acres is a skilled nursing and assisted living community in Thornton, Colorado. The community offers three tiers of care: skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living, making it a flexible option for families whose needs might shift over time. It’s led by Administrator Katie Madigan and Executive Director Lisa Beagle, and takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
The community is a 36-bed residence with a 92.6 percent occupancy rate, indicating robust local demand. It sits in a moderately walkable neighborhood where some errands can be finished on foot, making it reasonably convenient for visiting family. The average stay length is 88 days, reflecting a mix of short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term residents. The facility, clinically speaking, offers in-house rehabilitation services and therapy, making it a grounded choice for residents healing from surgery or illness. Daily nursing support totals roughly 3 hours 2 minutes per resident, with care provided by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nurse aides. The Villas at Sunny Acres provides religious services, which may be a valuable addition to daily life for residents who cherish that support. The facility serves the Thornton area with a moderate footprint, focused on hands-on care.
An on-site tour, for families exploring choices in northern Colorado, can help determine whether its combination of care levels and therapies aligns with their particular needs.
Grace View LLC is a 48-bed residential community in Carbondale, Colorado, in a highly walkable neighborhood where lots of errands can be done on foot. It operates with 24-hour staffing and nursing services, providing a structured environment for occupants working toward recovery and stability.
The program is grounded in rehabilitation and recovery support. Residents can access individual and group counseling focused on substance abuse recovery, alongside services for self-care and medication management. The community spotlights forward momentum, offering job readiness training and GED preparation for occupants looking to rebuild their career prospects. Beyond clinical support, Grace View LLC highlights social reintegration and wellness. Programming includes family counseling to strengthen relationships, community volunteering opportunities to re-engage residents with meaningful activity, and health and wellness activities that address overall well-being. As part of daily support, nutritious meals are provided.
The neighborhood’s high walkability is a practical asset for visiting family members and residents managing appointments and local errands on foot. For those seeking a community-based recovery program with structured support and a focus on independence and employment, Grace View LLC’s blend of clinical services and life-skills programming may be suitable to explore.
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.
A 68-bed community in Colorado Springs, Colorado, The Residence at Skyway Park LLC offers respite care and short-term stays along with active residential support. It’s staffed 24/7 with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants who help with daily living activities, including assistance with bathing up to thrice a week, daily grooming, and personal hygiene support.
Designed to support residents’ physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being, the activities program spans exercise, live entertainment, and regular community outings. This approach highlights engagement and connection as part of daily life. Dining includes three home-prepared meals daily along with snacks. The community maintains several gathering and amenity spaces, including a library, barber, dining room, restaurant-style seating, courtyard, and private dining choices for family visits. The location has a Walk Score of 11, meaning most daily errands and activities need transportation by car instead of walking. This car-dependent setting can charm residents and families who are comfortable with the area’s layout and want quieter, less congested surroundings.
Touring will paint a clear picture of the facility’s daily ambiance and meal quality, plus how it delivers its activities and support services in practice.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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.












