Best Assisted Living in Lafayette, CO

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Lafayette, 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
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 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.
Waneka Park Assisted Living
AL
Lafayette
75
Facility 75
CO AVG 60
Rank #109 / 303
AYes
80
Facility 80
CO AVG 48
Rank #38 / 413
Studio / 1 BedLori KobilanLafayette Opco LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid
The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail
AL
MC
Lafayette
95
Facility 95
CO AVG 60
Rank #74 / 303
D+Yes
49
Facility 49
CO AVG 48
Rank #204 / 413
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsThomas HunterMeridian Lafayette Oe LPPrivate pay
Charleston Assisted Living
AL
HOS
Erie (Vista Ridge)
8
Facility 8
CO AVG 60
Rank #252 / 303
CNo
34
Facility 34
CO AVG 48
Rank #284 / 413
Private Suite / Companion SuiteMelissa MooreRill For, LLCPrivate pay

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CO assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Lafayette. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Waneka Park Assisted Living

Waneka Park Assisted Living supplies assisted living services in Lafayette, Colorado, assisting residents with daily activities in private studios and one-bedroom apartments. The community offers 24-hour staffing across its 75-bed property to ensure continuous support.

Administrator Lori Kobilan oversees daily operations. Residents can bring pets to live with them in the community. The property accepts Medicaid as a payment option alongside private funds, helping cover extended stays. A walk score of 80 makes the neighborhood highly walkable, allowing non-driving residents to complete most daily errands on foot.

Families seeking supported housing with neighborhood accessibility can reach out to the management office to learn more or schedule a tour.

Contact Waneka Park Assisted Living

Overview of The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail

Operated by Meridian Lafayette Oe LP, The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail is an assisted living and memory care community in Lafayette, Colorado. Thomas Hunter serves as the administrator. The community is about 1.5 miles from downtown Lafayette and approximately 3.5 miles from AdventHealth Avista. Hospital care is within easy reach if residents need it. The community accepts private pay.

The two-story community has 95 beds. It offers private and semi-private rooms ranging from about 380 to 760 square feet. This variety gives families flexibility to choose between more private accommodations and shared living arrangements. The area is somewhat walkable, with a Walk Score of 49 out of 100. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car.

Residents enjoy restaurant-style dining, along with housekeeping and laundry services that reduce everyday household responsibilities. Staff provide 24-hour supervision, offering consistent support for residents and added peace of mind for families. The community also offers a dedicated memory care therapy program for residents who need specialized cognitive support alongside assisted living services.

Transportation services and fitness and recreation programs help residents stay active and attend appointments or outings without relying entirely on family members for rides. Pets are welcome in the community, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in.

Families considering The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail should ask about the community’s memory care therapy program during a tour because treatment approaches can vary from one community to another.

Contact The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail

Overview of Charleston Assisted Living

Charleston Assisted Living offers assisted living and hospice care in Erie, CO, in the Vista Ridge neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in a suite; Hospice care focuses on comfort for someone with a life-limiting illness.

With eight beds, the community has a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Private suites are designed for one resident, while companion suites can accommodate two people moving together or someone who prefers having a roommate.

The smaller setting may suit someone who prefers a more intimate community and needs daily living support. Outdoor gardens and patios give residents places to spend time outside on the property, while music and sing-alongs, along with the Therapeutic Activities Program, offer organized activities.

The facility accommodates walkers and wheelchairs, supporting residents who use those mobility aids. A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, and Melissa Moore serves as the administrator.

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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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Assisted Living in Lafayette at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Lafayette, 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: 59The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Lafayette, CO. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Lafayette, CO

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

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Lafayette, CO is approximately $5,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Assisted living in Lafayette, CO typically ranges from $5,300–$7,900 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Assisted living facilities in Lafayette, 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.