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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 14 assisted living communities in Fort Collins, CO 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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Avg Monthly Cost: $7,725The average monthly cost across facilities in Fort Collins, CO. 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: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Fort Collins, CO. 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: 64The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Fort Collins, CO. 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.

Good Samaritan Society – Fort Collins Village
AL
IL
RC
Fort Collins (West Trilby Road)
64
Facility 64
CO AVG 76
Rank #289 / 527
No
16
Facility 16
CO AVG 51
Rank #775 / 869
-A+Natalie KorellThe Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan SocietyPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
MacKenzie Place – Fort Collins
AL
IL
MC
Fort Collins (Mackenzie Place)
61
Facility 61
CO AVG 76
Rank #298 / 527
Yes
63
Facility 63
CO AVG 51
Rank #327 / 869
Studio / 1 BedA+Katy DurhamMackenzie Place Fort Collins LLCPrivate pay
Brookdale Fort Collins Assisted Living
AL
Fort Collins
80
Facility 80
CO AVG 76
Rank #233 / 527
Yes
72
Facility 72
CO AVG 51
Rank #192 / 869
SuiteA+Farron BernhardtBrookdale Senior Living Communities, IncPrivate pay
Bethesda Gardens Loveland
AL
MC
Loveland (Centerra)
129
Facility 129
CO AVG 76
Rank #67 / 527
Yes
49
Facility 49
CO AVG 51
Rank #492 / 869
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Lisa WalstonBslc Loveland, LLCPrivate pay
MorningStar of Fort Collins
AL
MC
Fort Collins (Collindale)
96
Facility 96
CO AVG 76
Rank #173 / 527
Yes
35
Facility 35
CO AVG 51
Rank #625 / 869
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Mary ColemanNh Mm Fort Collins Tenant, LLCPrivate pay
Turnberry Place Assisted Living
AL
Fort Collins
8
Facility 8
CO AVG 76
Rank #475 / 527
No
13
Facility 13
CO AVG 51
Rank #792 / 869
-A+Rachel RobertsonRresidents LLCPrivate pay
New Mercer Commons
AL
MC
Fort Collins (Centre Avenue)
114
Facility 114
CO AVG 76
Rank #98 / 527
No
71
Facility 71
CO AVG 51
Rank #207 / 869
-A+Gina DigiallonardoThe Worthington IncPrivate pay
Seneca House Assisted Living
AL
Fort Collins (The Gates)
14
Facility 14
CO AVG 76
Rank #439 / 527
Yes
36
Facility 36
CO AVG 51
Rank #614 / 869
Private / Shared Rooms-Motolani OwolabiNew Horizon Assisted Living IncPrivate pay, Medicaid
MorningStar Senior Living at Old Town
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fort Collins
-Yes
77
Facility 77
CO AVG 51
Rank #137 / 869
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----
The Residence at Oakridge
AL
Fort Collins (Wheaton Drive)
68
Facility 68
CO AVG 76
Rank #273 / 527
Yes
67
Facility 67
CO AVG 51
Rank #270 / 869
--Lindsey BestThe Residence @ Oakridge LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid
Affinity at Fort Collins
AL
IL
Fort Collins (Corbett Drive)
-Yes
50
Facility 50
CO AVG 51
Rank #473 / 869
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Collinwood Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Fort Collins (South Lemay Avenue)
-No
21
Facility 21
CO AVG 51
Rank #740 / 869
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New Dawn Memory Care – Fort Collins
AL
IL
MC
Fort Collins (Mackenzie Place)
-Yes
63
Facility 63
CO AVG 51
Rank #327 / 869
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Terry Lake Assisted Living
AL
Fort Collins
8
Facility 8
CO AVG 76
Rank #475 / 527
No
1
Facility 1
CO AVG 51
Rank #848 / 869
Private / Shared Rooms----
Overview of Affinity at Fort Collins

Affinity at Fort Collins is an upscale 55+ retirement community where management heavily promotes an active lifestyle for seniors who can choose from various social opportunities in and out of the community. Affinity at Fort Collins is sure to provide a delightful lifestyle for seniors with a touch of elegance. 

The premier independent living community for retired seniors in Billings ensures that their residents’ living experience is centered on the wellness and independence of each individual and that everyone maintains an active and comfortable lifestyle. They offer a fitness center, an indoor pool, an arts and crafts studio, and common room areas. 

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Overview of Collinwood Assisted Living and Memory Care

Collinwood of Bethesda Gardens is an assisted living and memory care community that is ranked as one of the trusted in Fort Collins. Brought by the premier level of care entrusted to residents, the stimulating environment of the community boasts an innovative and modern approach to senior care; they have ensured that they provide a spectrum of care as they understand the unique needs of each individual that aims to enrich a fulfilling lifestyle for its residents. Collinwood’s management and staff are well-trained professionals who ensure that residents are heard and provide a lifestyle that suits their needs. 
Bethesda’s lifestyle is focused on growth and enrichment; they provide essential amenities and services such as their Diabetes for Center for Excellence, hair service salon, and scheduled transportation. Benefits include assistance with daily activities, medication management, and  24/7 licensed nurses on-site. 

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Overview of New Dawn Memory Care – Fort Collins

Set in Fort Collins, CO, New Dawn Memory Care – Fort Collins is a vibrant senior living community, offering a secure and inviting environment for assisted living and memory care. The community ensures residents are well-cared for and provided with the care that matches their needs with the help of professional care experts. Beautiful and carefully designed accommodations are built with residents’ individual needs and safety requirements in mind, ensuring their comfort.

Committed to providing residents a vibrant environment ,the community offers an array of activities and programs designed to cater to residents’ current abilities and interests. Meals are made fresh and with consideration for special diets and preferences, ensuring everyone enjoys a delightful dining experience. Recognizing the importance of pets to residents’ well-being, the community permits residents to bring their furry friends with them when they move in to keep them company and happy.

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Overview of Terry Lake Assisted Living

Live comfortably at Terry Lake Assisted Living, an idyllic community in Fort Collins, CO, offering assisted living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a kind and highly skilled team attending to their daily living activities 24/7. With beautifully furnished and secure accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and fun recreational programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy home-cooked meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also provided to ensure residents take their medicines on time. The community is a great option for those needing assistance to make the most of their golden years without worries.

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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 Fort Collins, CO

What is the average cost of assisted living in Fort Collins, CO?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Fort Collins, CO is approximately $5,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Fort Collins, CO?

Assisted living in Fort Collins, CO typically ranges from $4,800–$7,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Fort Collins, CO?

Assisted living facilities in Fort Collins, CO typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

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.