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Overview of Oakwood Care and Rehabilitation

Oakwood Care and Rehabilitation is a nursing home offering skilled nursing in Lakewood, Colorado. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while short-term rehabilitation can suit someone whose rehabilitation needs are temporary rather than long-term. The community is in the Belmar Park neighborhood.

Oakwood has 170 beds, with private and semi-private rooms. A private room provides an individual living space, while a semi-private room accommodates two residents. In-house therapy allows rehabilitation services to take place at the community rather than requiring arrangements for outside therapy visits. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those listed payment routes for care; Beatriz Kainoa serves as the administrator, and Fox Hollow Healthcare operates the community.

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Overview of Carmel Oaks

Live the retirement of your dreams at Carmel Oaks, a distinct community in Lakewood, CO, offering independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, designed for residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also keep their peace of mind with on-site maintenance and many convenient amenities.

Recreation sites and delightful local amenities are available nearby, providing residents with easy access to leisure and wellness. The community also features a breakfast and coffee concierge for residents’ convenience. Other amenities include a fitness center, a game room, a media center, a business center, and a clubhouse, creating the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years happily.

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Overview of Eaton Senior Communities

Eaton Senior Communities is a locally owned and operated independent living community in Lakewood, CO, that offers affordable accommodations for those 62+. With a variety of thoughtfully designed studio and one-bedroom apartments, the community ensures older adults can feel at home in its warm and nurturing environment. Restaurant-style dining, life enrichment programs, and service coordination are also offered to help maintain residents’ independence with ease. The community also features HUD-subsidized apartments, offering income-based rents to ensure affordability.

Gardening, themed events, and plenty of activities accompany residents, ensuring they remain active and socially engaged. Scheduled transportation, a hair salon, and on-site occupational and physical therapy are also offered for residents’ convenience. Bus stops, shops, and restaurants also surround the area, providing residents with easy access to their needs and leisure. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Colorado, this independent living community strives to keep older adults comfortable and safe.

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Overview of The Summit

Make every moment count at The Summit, a distinguished 62+ community that offers independent living. Purposely built and spacious accommodations are available in a vibrant and friendly environment, ensuring residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay. Here, residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with on-site maintenance and management.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs that aim to keep them active and socially engaged. The community also works with Legacy Healthcare Services to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Restaurant-style dining is also available to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its comprehensive services and top-notch amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood provides assisted living and memory care in Lakewood, CO. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Both care levels share one campus, so the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without leaving the community.

Located in the Applewood Villages neighborhood, the community offers studio and one bedroom housing options. A studio provides a single private living space, while a one bedroom layout separates the sleeping area from the rest of the residence. A Walk Score of 55 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to manage certain outings independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet after moving to the community.

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Overview of Paramount Garden Apartments

Paramount Garden Apartments is an idyllic retreat nestled near the lush green spaces of Paramount Park in Lakewood, CO, offering independent living. Those 55+ can rest assured of finding the right accommodation based on their preferences with the community’s beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. 24-hour emergency maintenance and laundry spaces are available, so residents can experience a worry-free lifestyle.

With cozy communal spaces like the clubhouse and fitness center, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live actively. The community features a picnic area for residents to enjoy moments with friends over delightful meals. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. Residents are guaranteed the highest quality of life in retirement with the community’s dedicated services and top-rated amenities.

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Overview of Sierra Rehabilitation and Care Community

Situated in Lakewood, Colorado, Sierra Rehabilitation and Care Community is a diverse and innovative senior living community. They offer a holistic approach to care that spans a wide age range. This assisted living community with memory care services has three distinct neighborhoods catering to complex medical care, mental health, and memory support needs. Residents can engage in therapeutic work programs and participate in frequent outings, ensuring a vibrant and fulfilling experience.

Sierra Rehabilitation and Care Community has private room accommodations adorned with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and phones. Their memory support neighborhood, Legacy, also offers a beautifully renovated atmosphere accompanied by two distinct courtyards, providing a tranquil and comforting environment for their residents. 

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Overview of Lakewood Villa

Located at 1625 Simms Street in Lakewood, Colorado. Lakewood Villa is a 2-story nursing home that offers private and semi-private room options for residents who need skilled nursing care.

Lakewood’s neighborhood has a Walk Score of 61, so some daily errands are within walking distance, but many trips will require transportation due to the mix of nearby amenities. The area balances accessibility for visiting family and local services.

The facility’s nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 49 minutes of total care per resident per day. Residents are supported by registered nurses (41 minutes), nurse aides (2 hours and 3 minutes), and licensed practical nurses (28 minutes). This staffing level supports daily hands-on support for residents requiring nursing-level care.

Families considering Lakewood Villa should take a tour of the facility to see the rooms, daily operations, and care environment. The 2-story layout and room configurations can be evaluated during an in-person visit.

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Overview of The Heights by Marston Lake

The Heights by Marston Lake is an affordable independent living community in Lakewood, CO, that has a variety of specially designed rooms for older adults. With spacious one-to-three-bedroom townhomes in a warm and welcoming environment, residents can feel at home during their stay. The community also features pet-friendly spaces, recreational opportunities, and disability access for residents’ comfort. Here, residents’ needs and preferences are prioritized, ensuring they can thrive in their later years.

Light exercises and social gatherings promote an active lifestyle and social engagement, so residents will not feel lonely in their later years. An enclosed dog park, a clubhouse, and a large pool are among the state-of-the-art amenities that residents can utilize for their leisure and wellness. The community’s ideal location in the serene residential area of Lakewood fosters a stress-free retirement. With its top-notch amenities dedicated to older adults’ welfare, this independent living community is one of the best options for senior living in Colorado.

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Tender Care Assisted Living

6419 W Mexico Ave, Lakewood, CO 80232
Overview of Tender Care Assisted Living

Tender Care Assisted Living provides supportive senior housing on the west side of Lakewood. The single-story building features an accessible floor plan, allowing residents to move between their private or shared rooms and the common dining areas without climbing stairs. The everyday routine covers standard lodging, meals, and on-site personal care assistance.

The surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 30 out of 100, showing that the location is mostly car-dependent. Staff and visitors will generally need a vehicle to manage standard shopping trips and off-site medical appointments, though the property sits within driving distance of Lakewood’s main commercial areas.

Individuals researching regional assisted living options can contact the house manager to ask about current room vacancies.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Senior Living in Lakewood at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 67/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Lakewood, 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: 92The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Lakewood, CO. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Living in Lakewood, CO

What is senior living?

Senior living is an umbrella term covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes — communities and services designed for adults aged 55 or older.

How many senior living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 34 senior living communities in Lakewood, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior living community in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, 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 senior living communities in Lakewood, 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.