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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

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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 Adventhealth Littleton
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.

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Overview of Children’s Hospital Colorado
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.

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Overview of Adventhealth Avista
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.

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Overview of Pueblo West Gardens Assisted Living

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.

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Overview of Cottonwood Ridge

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.

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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 The Villas at Sunny Acres

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.

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Grace View LLC

295 Rio Grande Ave, Carbondale, Co 81623-
Overview of Grace View LLC

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.

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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 The Residence at Skyway Park LLC

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.

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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.