Page 7 of Best Assisted Living in Colorado

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 412 assisted living communities in CO using CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CO
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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. 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 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Payment methods or payer types accepted (e.g. private pay, Medicaid), as reported in state or survey data.
The Commons of Hilltop
AL
IL
MC
Grand Junction
185
Facility 185
CO AVG 60
Rank #3 / 303
Yes
40
Facility 40
CO AVG 48
Rank #252 / 413
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedATimindra BoyerHilltop Health Services CorporationPrivate pay, Medicaid
Balfour at Longmont
AL
IL
MC
RC
Longmont
160
Facility 160
CO AVG 60
Rank #12 / 303
Yes
45
Facility 45
CO AVG 48
Rank #227 / 413
Studio / 1 BedAKellaway LambBsl Longmont Management Co, LLCPrivate pay
The Fountains of Hilltop
AL
IL
MC
Grand Junction
110
Facility 110
CO AVG 60
Rank #43 / 303
Yes
45
Facility 45
CO AVG 48
Rank #227 / 413
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedALincoln EarlyHilltop Health Services CorporationPrivate pay, Medicaid
The Residence at Oakridge
AL
Fort Collins
68
Facility 68
CO AVG 60
Rank #121 / 303
Yes
67
Facility 67
CO AVG 48
Rank #98 / 413
-ALindsey BestThe Residence @ Oakridge LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid
Lakewood Reserve
AL
IL
MC
Lakewood (Belmar)
274
Facility 274
CO AVG 60
Rank #1 / 303
Yes
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 48
Rank #20 / 413
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-Pierce Senior Care LLCPrivate pay
Bonaventure of Pueblo
AL
IL
MC
Pueblo (Hyde Park)
106
Facility 106
CO AVG 60
Rank #54 / 303
Yes
7
Facility 7
CO AVG 48
Rank #392 / 413
1 Bed / 2 BedA-About UsBonaventure Of Pueblo LLCPrivate pay
MacKenzie Place – Fort Collins
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Fort Collins
61
Facility 61
CO AVG 60
Rank #135 / 303
Yes
63
Facility 63
CO AVG 48
Rank #124 / 413
Studio / 1 BedA-Katy DurhamMackenzie Place Fort Collins LLCPrivate pay
Hyland Hills Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Westminster (East Central Westminster)
149
Facility 149
CO AVG 60
Rank #17 / 303
Yes
52
Facility 52
CO AVG 48
Rank #187 / 413
StudioA-Marie HitzgesHsre-Dial X Trs LLCPrivate pay
Bonaventure of Thornton
AL
IL
MC
Thornton
95
Facility 95
CO AVG 60
Rank #74 / 303
Yes
51
Facility 51
CO AVG 48
Rank #192 / 413
1 Bed / 2 BedB-Mikea CrumityBonaventure Of Thornton LLCPrivate pay
The Belleview Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Englewood
178
Facility 178
CO AVG 60
Rank #5 / 303
Yes
81
Facility 81
CO AVG 48
Rank #34 / 413
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedB-Shelby BulferHsre-Dial X Trs LLCPrivate pay

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Overview of The Commons of Hilltop

Administered by Timindra Boyer, The Commons of Hilltop is a senior living community on 27 1/2 Road in Grand Junction, Colorado. Operated by Hilltop Health Services Corporation, the community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care, allowing residents to receive different levels of support without leaving the community as their needs change.

The three-story community has 185 beds. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 325 to 690 square feet. This gives residents several options to match their space needs and preferences.

Care is built around personalized service plans, with specially trained staff supporting residents in the memory care program. Residents also receive housekeeping, assistance with daily activities, wellness programs, and fitness and recreation activities that encourage an active lifestyle. Transportation services are available for appointments, shopping, and local outings.

Pets are welcome in the community, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in. The Commons of Hilltop is also connected to a nearby sister property, which may be worth asking about when comparing care options in the area.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 40, which is moderately car-dependent. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car or the community’s transportation service. The Commons of Hilltop accepts both private pay and Medicaid, giving families more than one option for covering the cost of care.

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Balfour at Longmont

1850 S Hover St, Longmont, CO 80501
Overview of Balfour at Longmont

Balfour at Longmont offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Longmont, Colorado. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while independent living offers private living without daily care; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care supports short-term stays. With several care levels in one community, Balfour at Longmont may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time.

The community has 160 beds. That places it among larger communities, with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Studio and one-bedroom layouts are available, with a studio providing one private living space and a one-bedroom offering a separate bedroom. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community.

A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Kellaway Lamb serves as the administrator.

Contact Balfour at Longmont

Overview of The Fountains of Hilltop

Operated by Hilltop Health Services Corporation, The Fountains of Hilltop is a senior living community in Grand Junction, Colorado. Lincoln Early serves as the administrator. The community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care, allowing residents to remain in the same community if their care needs change. It is about 2.7 miles from downtown Grand Junction, with views of the area’s mountains and valleys.

The 110-bed community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, giving residents several options to match their space needs. Meals are prepared on site by an executive chef. Residents can take part in fitness and recreation programs to stay active. Transportation services are also available, making it easier to attend appointments and local outings.

The Fountains of Hilltop welcomes pets, allowing residents to move in with a companion animal. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 45, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot. However, most errands and outings require a car or the community’s transportation service.

Families can choose from private pay and Medicaid to cover the cost of care. Families considering The Fountains of Hilltop should ask how residents transition between independent living, assisted living, and memory care as their needs change over time.

Contact The Fountains of Hilltop

Overview of The Residence at Oakridge

The Residence at Oakridge provides assisted living in Fort Collins, CO. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while keeping their own apartment.

The community has 68 beds. Medicaid is accepted, which gives eligible residents a way to help pay for their care through that program. Lindsey Best serves as the administrator.

The area has a Walk Score of 67 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Pets are allowed, enabling a resident to continue living with a pet.

Contact The Residence at Oakridge

Overview of Lakewood Reserve

Lakewood Reserve is an exceptional senior living community in Colorado. This assisted living community with memory care services embraces the diverse needs of its residents, providing both standard assisted living for those requiring assistance with daily activities and a secure memory care neighborhood dedicated exclusively to individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease and other neuro-cognitive disorders. 

Lakewood Reserve is located in one of Denver’s most charming neighborhoods and is near the beloved shops and restaurants of Belmar and the vibrant downtown Lakewood. Residents get to enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere, where compassionate care and enriching activities create a fulfilling lifestyle. With a focus on personalized attention and a range of amenities, Lakewood Reserve is committed to ensuring seniors thrive and experience the best of senior living. 

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Overview of Bonaventure of Pueblo

Bonaventure of Pueblo is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The senior living home is a resident-centered community where individuals can thrive and reach their fullest potential, becoming happier, more peaceful versions of themselves. Bonaventure ensures a retirement living that is perfected to your unique needs.

The professional and compassionate staff ensures residents feel right where they belong by offering compassionate and kind support in a luxurious, cozy, and home-like setting. Community living includes services and amenities, including restaurant-style dining, daily meals, personal and scheduled transportation, and engaging activities to take advantage of.

Contact Bonaventure of Pueblo

Overview of MacKenzie Place – Fort Collins

MacKenzie Place – Fort Collins is a senior living community in the MacKenzie Place neighborhood of Fort Collins, Colorado, set about 4.8 miles from the city center at 4750 Pleasant Oak Drive. It offers a full continuum of care under one roof, spanning independent living, assisted living, and memory care, which means a resident can move between levels of support as their needs change without leaving a familiar place. The community is operated by Mackenzie Place Fort Collins LLC and administered by Katy Durham, with Sam Bonnell serving as general manager. It has been in operation for roughly 18 years, a track record that can offer families some reassurance about stability and experience.

The setting is a three-story building with 61 beds, a mid-sized scale that tends to balance individual attention with a sense of community. Housing runs from studios to one-bedroom apartments, with floor plans ranging from about 321 to 831 square feet, so residents have room options to match how much space they want. Pets are welcome, which matters to many older adults for whom a companion animal is part of feeling at home.

Care here centers on a personal, relationship-driven approach. Residents can receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication administration, backed by 24-hour care and nursing for those who need closer support. The community also runs engaging and life-enrichment programming, alongside transportation services and fitness and recreation options that help residents stay active and connected. With a Walk Score of 63, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, so some errands and outings can be handled on foot while others will involve a short drive.

Contact MacKenzie Place – Fort Collins

Overview of Hyland Hills Senior Living

Experience senior living to its fullest with Hyland Hills Senior Living located in Westminster, CO, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can choose from cozy and well-appointed accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom. The assisted living communities are carefully designed to offer exceptional comfort, high-quality services, and stunning surroundings. For memory care, the community provides activities such as games, listening to residents’ favorite music, doing crafts, and other offerings that help individuals living with memory care needs.

Offering above-and-beyond services, residents can enjoy chef-prepared dining experiences, housekeeping and laundry services, transportation, 24-hour assistance, and more. Participate in a full calendar of social activities and other life enrichment programs for continuing engagement and development such as weekly shopping trips, golf competitions, strength training, and many more. At Hyland Hills Senior Living, seniors can enjoy a worry-free retirement.

Contact Hyland Hills Senior Living

Bonaventure of Thornton

12281 Washington Center Pkwy, Thornton, CO 80241
Overview of Bonaventure of Thornton

Bonaventure of Thornton is a haven where retirement is redefined in the heart of Colorado. This exceptional community in Thornton excels in both independent senior living and memory care services. Residents here are greeted by spacious, luxurious living spaces, meticulously designed to blend modern amenities with a touch of classic elegance. The atmosphere exudes vibrancy, striking a perfect balance between a classic and contemporary ambiance, delighting the residents and keeping them content.

Nature enthusiasts will find comfort in the numerous walking paths, lush garden areas, and thoughtfully landscaped surroundings. Gather around the grand fireplace for heartwarming conversations, unwind, or stay connected in the cozy nooks designed for relaxation. Bonaventure of Thornton also offers modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, a fully equipped fitness center, engaging game rooms, and a well-stocked library, providing residents with a plethora of activities to enjoy.

Contact Bonaventure of Thornton

Overview of The Belleview Senior Living

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, and conveniently next to the Swedish Medical Center, The Belleview Senior Living is an assisted living community that offers an ideal downtown location minutes away from local attractions. This multi-story building provides a comprehensive range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all thoughtfully designed to cater to residents’ diverse needs.

The Belleview Senior Living boasts an array of remarkable amenities, elevating the living experience for its esteemed residents. Residents get access to a full-service rooftop restaurant, with delectable chef-prepared culinary experiences. A wellness center is available for regular physician checkups, promoting overall well-being. Residents can also indulge in the comforts of a full-service salon, ensuring a pampered lifestyle. Experience the epitome of vibrant senior living with a location that fosters easy access to local attractions and the assurance of a fulfilling and enjoyable lifestyle at The Belleview Senior Living. 

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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 412 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.

Assisted Living in Colorado at a glance

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