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Best Assisted Living in Jefferson County, CO

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Colorado Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.

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Elk Run Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Evergreen (Evergreen West Central)
66
Facility 66
CO AVG 77
Rank #288 / 535
No
33
Facility 33
CO AVG 51
Rank #651 / 874
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Miguel RemillardAugustana Elk Run LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid
The Manor at Marston Lake
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Littleton
12
Facility 12
CO AVG 77
Rank #457 / 535
No
30
Facility 30
CO AVG 51
Rank #683 / 874
StudioA+Brandon RoppManor On Marston Lake, LLCPrivate pay
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living Wheat Ridge – 44th Ave
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Wheat Ridge (Bel Aire)
-No
74
Facility 74
CO AVG 51
Rank #170 / 874
Semi-Private / Private Rooms----
Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care Golden
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Golden (Ashwood)
14
Facility 14
CO AVG 77
Rank #448 / 535
No
35
Facility 35
CO AVG 51
Rank #627 / 874
Private / Companion RoomsA+Tiffany GaddisApplewood Our House Assisted Living LLCPrivate pay
49Th House8
67Th Group Home8
68Th House8
A Wildflower Assisted Living And Care Home INC.
AL
9
Allendale8
Almond Tree Senior Care - Littleton
AL
10
Alternative Care Homes-Marshall
AL
10
Applewood Our House Assisted Living Facilities II LLC
AL
16
Aspen Cares 2 LLC
AL
14
Aspen Cares Assisted Living LLC
AL
12
Assisted Living Of Arvada INC
AL
12
Assisted Living Of Lakewood LLC
AL
12
Assured Senior Living 10
AL
12
Assured Senior Living 31
AL
14
Belmar8
Bright Sun Assisted Living LLC
AL
8
Care Haven Assisted Living INC
AL
8
Caring Hearts Of Arvada LLC
AL
8
Colorado Assisted Living Homes - Brandt
AL
8
Colorado Assisted Living Homes LLC - House 7
AL
7
Colorado Assisted Living Homes LLC - Kendall
AL
7
Colorado Assisted Living Homes LLC-Rowland
AL
8
Depew8
Eqc Accent Assisted Living Incorporated
AL
6
Eqc Silver Rose, Incorporated
AL
10
Flourish Supportive Living At 63Rd
AL
10
Flourish Supportive Living At Owens
AL
9
Flourish Supportive Living At Peakview
AL
8
Flourish Supportive Living At Reed
AL
10
Flourish Supportive Living At Texas
AL
10
Gaia's Remedy Assisted Living, LLC
AL
12
Gardens Care Homes - Applewood Village, The
AL
16
Gardens Care Homes - Belmar Acres, The
AL
12
Gardens Care Homes - Columbine Acres, The
AL
16
Gardens Care Homes - Jewell Estates, The
AL
13
Gardens Care Homes - Majestic View, The
AL
12
Gardens Care Homes - Pinehurst, The
AL
13
Gardens Care Homes - Quaker Acres, The
AL
12
Helping Hands Homecare LTD Liability CO
AL
8
Independence8
Independence House II6
Inn Between
AL
8
Intermountain Health Hospice Denver24
Iris House8
Jaxpointe At 63Rd Place Assisted Living
AL
8
Jaxpointe At Allison Ct Assisted Living
AL
8
Jaxpointe At Holland St Assisted Living
AL
8
Jaxpointe At Saulsbury Ct Assisted Living
AL
8
Jewell Place Rtf
AL
8
Just For Seniors Living Center II
AL
24
Karens House
AL
8
Lakewood Assisted Living-Virginia
AL
12
Lakewood Littleton Assisted Living
AL
16
Lakewood Memory Care-Newland
AL
12
Learning Services - Glenn Dee
AL
8
Learning Services Bear Creek
AL
15
Lighthouse Assisted Living INC - Wadsworth
AL
12
Lighthouse Assisted Living Newland LLC
AL
8
Loving Care Assisted Living Services LLC
AL
8
Majestic Heights8
Manto Homes LLC
AL
12
Meadow Vista Assisted Living, LLC - Walden
AL
8
Morrison Manor LLC
AL
12
Nelson8
Nightingale Lane
AL
28
Peak Gardens Assisted Living, INC.
AL
8
Rising Sun Senior Home At Belmar INC, The
AL
12
Rising Sun Senior Home INC, The
AL
15
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living - Reed
AL
12
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living - Saulsbury
AL
12
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living Quincy Avenue Memory Care Facilities
AL
16
Rose Of Sharon Assisted Living Yukon House
AL
8
Rosewood8
Secrest House8
Sun Valley Assisted Living
AL
5
Tcal 2 LLC
AL
10
Temenos Assisted Living
AL
7
Tender Care Assisted Living LLC
AL
8
The Gardens Care Homes - Bel Aire
AL
16
Thrivecare
AL
8
Thrivecare Chase, LLC
AL
10
Thrivecare Cody LLC
AL
8
Thrivecare Indore LLC
AL
8
Thrivecare Yarrow LLC
AL
10
Wecare Colorado Assisted Living East
AL
16
Wecare Colorado Assisted Living West
AL
16
Well House Arvada LLC, The
AL
16
Wheat Ridge Assisted Living
AL
18
Wheat Ridge Memory Care
AL
18
Wide Horizon INC29
William B Forward7
Overview of Elk Run Assisted Living

Nestled into a beautiful setting in Jefferson County, Evergreen, CO, Elk Run Assisted Living is a charming senior living community that offers assisted living, respite care, and hospice care. Residents are welcomed into bright and impeccably designed living spaces with emergency call systems for a safe and secure environment. With a personal care team available 24 hours a day, residents are guaranteed to receive care and assistance whenever they need it.

Housekeeping and laundry are handled by the team to relieve residents from some of the burdens of daily living, giving them more time for enjoyment. The community also offers an array of amenities, including delicious meals, outings for shopping and entertainment, lounges, salon, exercise classes, walking paths and a full calendar of clubs, classes and events. Here, the community takes care of everything else to help residents do more, enjoy more, and live more.

Contact Elk Run Assisted Living

The Manor at Marston Lake

4800 Old S. Wadsworth Blvd, 4800 S Wadsworth Blvd, Littleton, CO 80123
Overview of The Manor at Marston Lake

The Manor at Marston Lake anticipates elegance and commitment. The grandeur of hospitality provided by the retirement home promises professional staff that is dedicated to making residents’ lives easier and feel independent. The assisted living and memory care home creatively brings together each priority– healthy, safety, and happiness– with its comprehensive amenities that also blend seamlessly with its gracious services. The Manor guarantees that management and staff are ready to accommodate any needs one may have at any time of the day.

The Manor at Marson services aim to encourage residents to live independently and not have to worry about simple house chores such as housekeeping, maintenance, and laundry– as the staff will do it willingly.  

Contact The Manor at Marston Lake

Overview of Rocky Mountain Assisted Living Wheat Ridge – 44th Ave

Rocky Mountain Assisted Living Wheat Ridge in Jefferson County, Wheat Ridge, CO, is a classic senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents here are provided with customized care plans and a compassionate care team trained to provide various services and assistance. The community provides each resident with a spacious and comfortable accommodation that matches their lifestyle needs and preferences.

Multiple activities throughout the day keep residents active and engaged, combined with scheduled outings for a more enjoyable retirement experience. The community also provides three nutritious meals plus snacks to keep residents full and happy. With comprehensive services, access to therapy services, and convenient amenities, residents at Rocky Mountain Assisted Living Wheat Ridge are guaranteed to live a happy and comfortable life.

Contact Rocky Mountain Assisted Living Wheat Ridge – 44th Ave

Overview of Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care Golden

Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care Golden in Jefferson County, Golden, Colorado is a thriving senior living community that offers excellent assisted living and memory care services. The community offers round-the-clock care, personalized support, and a secure and safe environment that allows residents to live fully and comfortably. Their team works closely with residents and their families to fulfill their expectations with personalized care plans made to accommodate individual needs.

The residents are free from the stress of activities like housekeeping, cooking or getting around town on public transportation with a hardworking team that handles these tedious tasks, providing them utmost comfort and convenience. Residents are also provided with a nurturing environment, surrounded by mature trees and a fabulous backyard and garden for residents, pets, and families to enjoy. With a maintenance-free lifestyle, delicious meals, and friendly care team, residents can freely focus on living their best lives.

Contact Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care Golden

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 Jefferson County, CO

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 4 assisted living facilities in Jefferson County, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Jefferson County, CO?

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 Jefferson County, CO, 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 Jefferson County, CO?

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.