Best Senior Care in Colorado

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 855 senior care communities in Colorado using Colorado Dept. of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior care in CO
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Last updated
Jun 2026
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855 homes
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.

Centre Avenue Health and Rehab Facility
SC
NH
AL
Fort Collins (Centre Avenue)
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 76
Rank #198 / 533
No
73
Facility 73
CO AVG 51
Rank #181 / 872
-A+Clinton C DaleCentre Avenue Health And Rehab LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
The Center at Centennial
SC
NH
Colorado Springs (West Colorado Springs)
80
Facility 80
CO AVG 76
Rank #237 / 533
No
45
Facility 45
CO AVG 51
Rank #535 / 872
--Gerard LafontThe Center At Centennial, LLCPrivate pay, Medicare
Cappella of Grand Junction
SC
AL
MC
Grand Junction (26 1/2 Road)
78
Facility 78
CO AVG 76
Rank #246 / 533
Yes
28
Facility 28
CO AVG 51
Rank #702 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Suzanne SisnerosCappella Of Grand Junction LLCPrivate pay
Fairacres Manor
SC
MC
NC
NH
RC
Greeley (18Th Avenue)
116
Facility 116
CO AVG 76
Rank #97 / 533
No
57
Facility 57
CO AVG 51
Rank #392 / 872
--Ben Gonzales IIIFairacres Manor, IncPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
MacKenzie Place – Colorado Springs
SC
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
Balfour at Littleton
SC
AL
MC
Littleton
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 76
Rank #198 / 533
No
56
Facility 56
CO AVG 51
Rank #409 / 872
--Marissa Ewig8160 W Coal Mine Ave Opco LLCPrivate pay
MorningStar Senior Living of Arvada
SC
AL
IL
MC
Arvada (West 64Th Avenue)
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 76
Rank #198 / 533
Yes
14
Facility 14
CO AVG 51
Rank #788 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Miss Ing Admin InformationEasley Senior Care LLCPrivate pay
Greenridge Place
SC
MC
Westminster (West Westminster)
76
Facility 76
CO AVG 76
Rank #251 / 533
No
37
Facility 37
CO AVG 51
Rank #609 / 872
1 Bed / 2 Bed Suite-Janel TolchinWestminster 7700, LLCPrivate pay
Life Care Center of Colorado Springs
SC
NH
Colorado Springs (Southeast Colorado Springs)
121
Facility 121
CO AVG 76
Rank #78 / 533
No
63
Facility 63
CO AVG 51
Rank #328 / 872
-A+Andrew Ryan Van GorderColorado Springs Medical Investors, LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
Highline Place in Littleton
SC
MC
Littleton
76
Facility 76
CO AVG 76
Rank #251 / 533
No
69
Facility 69
CO AVG 51
Rank #244 / 872
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Traci ColvinLittleton Broadway 6767, LLCPrivate pay
The Springs at St Andrew‘s Village
SC
NH
Aurora (Heather Gardens)
58
Facility 58
CO AVG 76
Rank #325 / 533
No
38
Facility 38
CO AVG 51
Rank #598 / 872
--Emily AmschelPrairie Waters Healthcare, IncPrivate pay, Medicare
Brookdale Fort Collins Assisted Living
SC
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
The Carillon at Belleview Station
SC
AL
IL
MC
Denver
207
Facility 207
CO AVG 76
Rank #9 / 533
Yes
63
Facility 63
CO AVG 51
Rank #328 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Shannon Arwood-DioneseBmsh I Dtc Co LLCPrivate pay
The Ridge Pinehurst
SC
AL
IL
MC
Lakewood (Academy Park)
164
Facility 164
CO AVG 76
Rank #28 / 533
Yes
20
Facility 20
CO AVG 51
Rank #749 / 872
1 Bed / 2 Bed-John McelderryRidge Pinehurst LLCPrivate pay
Peakview Assisted Living and Memory Care
SC
AL
MC
Centennial (South Liverpool Street)
85
Facility 85
CO AVG 76
Rank #222 / 533
Yes
25
Facility 25
CO AVG 51
Rank #723 / 872
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-James Ryan LudkePeakview Operator LLCPrivate pay
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Overview of Helping Hands Home Living LLC

Helping Hands Home Living LLC is a 32-bed facility in Northglenn, Colorado, offering wide care services including respite care, home companion care, home personal care, social care, transitional care, and end-of-life caregiver support. It’s staffed with licensed nurses and CNAs to support residents in their daily activities and medical needs.

The facility is situated in an average walkable area with a Walk Score of 50. This implies some errands can be done on foot, though most trips necessitate a short drive. The surrounding neighborhood offers a mix of nearby amenities for residents and visiting family. The specific programs and services underscore the community’s focus on flexible, personalized care options that transcend traditional residential settings. Whether residents need short-term respite support or longer-term care planning, Helping Hands Home Living LLC seems positioned to handle varying care needs through its diverse service offerings.

An in-person tour by families considering the facility is strongly recommended. This helps them see the facilities personally, understand room and housing options, meet the care team, and talk about how the facility’s services match particular care needs.

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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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Overview of Hilltop Life Adjustment Program

An 8-acre residential community under Tena Quillin’s administration in Grand Junction, Colorado, is the Hilltop Life Adjustment Program. It’s dedicated to supporting adults with brain injuries through long-term care and meaningful community involvement. The 92-bed facility is operated by Hilltop Health Services Corporation. The program supplies a bigger shared setting with the infrastructure to support its specialized focus on brain injury rehabilitation and support.

Designed to promote independence and daily growth, the Life Adjustment Program centers on individualized care plans. Residents join the Brain Injury Support Group and access structured activities through the Area program, all built around meaningful engagement with peers and the broader community. The philosophy highlights activity, connection, and residents’ active role in their recovery and daily life. Grand Junction’s neighborhood scores 85 for walkability, so most everyday errands can be done on foot, plus lots of essentials sit within easy reach. That makes the location convenient for residents and visiting family members. Medicaid is accepted, providing a route for families managing long-term care costs in Colorado.

For families contemplating Hilltop, touring the 8-acre campus and talking to the program team can paint a clear picture of the daily rhythm and how the structured activities and peer support are integrated into residents’ weeks.

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Overview of Maria Droste Counseling Center
Maria Droste Counseling Center is a Denver-based nonprofit mental health service organization. It provides affordable counseling services to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, including children, adolescents, and survivors of domestic violence. The center aims to improve access to mental health care for underserved populations.

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Overview of Oakshire Commons

Serving residents for 28 years, Oakshire Commons is a 151-bed assisted living community in Pueblo, Colorado. It operates with 24-hour staffing and provides wide personal care services, including housekeeping, call monitoring, and laundry services. Residents benefit from in-house amenities like a salon, supporting their ability to maintain daily wellness and comfort in the community.

Oakshire Commons highlights active living with regularly scheduled activities and specific programs for residents. Dining is a focal part of the daily experience, with three balanced meals served daily along with healthy snacks available all day. Limited transportation services exist, which may require families to plan visits or off-campus activities. The area surrounding Oakshire Commons is car-dependent with limited nearby walkable options. This means resident access to outside services typically requires vehicle transportation.

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Overview of Gardens Care Saddle Rock

Gardens Care Saddle Rock is a 64-bed assisted living community operated by The Gardens Care Homes LLC under Jennifer Conrad’s administration in Aurora’s Heritage Eagle Bend neighborhood. It caters to seniors and individuals with disabilities who need help with daily living activities while maintaining as much independence as possible.

Two distinct care pathways are offered. The facility’s primary Assisted Living program provides 24/7 personal care in a licensed residential setting, assisting residents with bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals while keeping a home-like atmosphere. For residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, Memory Care offers specialized, secured programming tailored for cognitive impairment. This program features staff trained in dementia care, higher staff-to-resident ratios, and an environment designed. It’s built to minimize confusion and wandering risk. Licensed Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) working on-site deliver daily care, with therapy services for supporting residents’ physical and functional needs. The community provides structured support all day, acknowledging that seniors’ care needs don’t follow a 9-to-5 schedule. Located at 7475 S Shawnee Street, the community stands in a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 20, meaning most errands and outings need transportation.

The residential setting is calmer than busier commercial zones, which many families find attractive for a quieter living atmosphere. For families wanting to learn more, contact the facility directly.

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Overview of High Plains Crossing

High Plains Crossing is a 62-bed assisted living community in Greeley, Colorado. It specializes in providing memory care with personalized support in a warm environment. A dedicated team of licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants is available 24/7 to ensure residents receive the attention and care they need all day.

The community offers comfortable apartment-style living in a residential setting. Residents can access beautifully landscaped grounds where they can enjoy the outdoors, plus engaging activities and events designed to keep them mentally and socially active. The atmosphere is built around fostering connection and beneficial engagement for those living with dementia and memory-related challenges. High Plains Crossing is found in a car-dependent area of Greeley. While the immediate neighborhood is not highly walkable, the facility’s grounds and on-site amenities provide a self-contained living environment where residents can delight in daily activities without depending on nearby commercial areas.

The community’s focus on memory care, mixed with its 24/7 staffing model and lifestyle programming, makes it a choice for families wanting specialized support for occupants with memory impairment. For those exploring options in Greeley, an on-site visit is suggested to see the community’s layout, meet the care team, and know the daily life ambiance at High Plains Crossing.

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Overview of Cherry Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care

Providing high-quality care paired with sophisticated service for discerning seniors and their families is boutique community Cherry Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care. It’s strategically located in Centennial, Colorado, at 6325 S University Blvd, found next to Goodson Recreation Center and within sprawling deKoevend Park along the High Line Canal Trail. This offers residents proximity to parks, trails, and recreational amenities in an attractive neighborhood setting.

Two primary care neighborhoods are operated. Assisted Living accommodates 94 residents requiring help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management, while supporting independence and offering all-time care without 24-hour skilled nursing. Memory Care, located on South Liverpool Street, caters to 85 residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, featuring staff trained in cognitive impairment, higher staff-to-resident ratios, and an environment built to reduce confusion and wandering risk. The facility’s somewhat walkable neighborhood (Walk Score: 31) means a few nearby services are reachable on foot, though most trips require transportation. The setting places residents near dining, shopping, markets, banks, golf courses, and parks, with easy access to the High Line Canal Trail for walks and outdoor recreation. As a larger shared setting operating for 12 years, the facility has solid experience delivering ongoing care and ranks 188th out of 533 Colorado facilities. This is a position reflecting its scale and potential for more common spaces and organized community services. Led by Administrator Melia Sharkey and Member Manager Michele Farrelly, the facility holds an A+ Better Business Bureau accreditation, an independent rating based on complaint history, transparency, and business practices.

To schedule tours, request floor plan photos and videos, inquire about availability, and discuss pricing options, families who want to learn more can contact the community.

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Overview of The Residence at Village Green LLC

Operating for 12 years, The Residence at Village Green LLC is an assisted living community providing residential care for older adults in Colorado Springs. It has a capacity of 68 beds, establishing it as a smaller residential setting.

The facility’s neighborhood scores 49 for walkability, so some nearby services and amenities are walkable, with most errands and outings requiring transportation. This type of location can work well for residents and visiting families who want a more tranquil residential setting over a busier, more highly commercialized area. There’s a dining room with restaurant-style dining service, which lets residents delight in meals together in a more traditional setting. As an assisted living provider, the home is built to support older adults who need help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals, while being as independent as residents comfortably can.

For families thinking of choosing The Residence at Village Green LLC, touring in person would be beneficial to see the room options, dining setup, and daily activities firsthand, plus to understand its particular services and support.

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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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