Carmel Oaks

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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
25 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #600 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 600th out of 838 homes we track in Colorado for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Colorado facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Colorado that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
37 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 945 - 1,520 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Address 2.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lakewood's city center to Carmel Oaks's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Lakewood Reserve
IL
AL
MC
Lakewood (Belmar)
274
Facility 274
CO AVG 74
Rank #1 / 516
Yes
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 53
Rank #67 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Pierce Senior Care LLCPrivate pay
The Belleview Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Englewood
178
Facility 178
CO AVG 74
Rank #17 / 516
Yes
81
Facility 81
CO AVG 53
Rank #97 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Shelby BulferHsre-Dial X Trs LLCPrivate pay
The Ridge Pinehurst
IL
AL
MC
Lakewood (Academy Park)
164
Facility 164
CO AVG 74
Rank #25 / 516
Yes
20
Facility 20
CO AVG 53
Rank #740 / 838
1 Bed / 2 Bed-John McelderryRidge Pinehurst LLCPrivate pay
Village at Belmar
IL
AL
MC
Lakewood (Creighton)
115
Facility 115
CO AVG 74
Rank #93 / 516
Yes
73
Facility 73
CO AVG 53
Rank #179 / 838
2 BedA+Diego BarrantesBmsh I Lakewood Co LLCPrivate pay
Carmel Oaks
IL
Lakewood (Lasley)-No
37
Facility 37
CO AVG 53
Rank #600 / 838
1 Bed / 2 BedA+---

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Colorado

Carmel Oaks is located in Lakewood, Colorado.
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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Colorado resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+
General Colorado resident.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CO

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Benefits
Cash (~$100-$800/month) Limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week) Medical assistance

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Benefits
All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy Medical visits

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Age
General Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, stricter than waivers
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider) E.g. Bathing Dressing

Frequently Asked Questions about Carmel Oaks

What neighborhood is Carmel Oaks in?

Carmel Oaks is in the Lasley neighborhood of Lakewood.

Is Carmel Oaks in a walkable area?

Carmel Oaks has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Carmel Oaks been in business?

Carmel Oaks has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Carmel Oaks?

No, Carmel Oaks has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Carmel Oaks?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Carmel Oaks in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Carmel Oaks?

Carmel Oaks is located at 1811 S Harlan Cir, Lakewood, CO 80232.

What is the phone number of Carmel Oaks?

(303) 937-1010 will put you in contact with the team at Carmel Oaks.

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