Overview of Columbine Patio Homes

Located on Torino Circle, Columbine Patio Homes is a retirement community in Fort Collins, Colorado, that provides independent living services to adults 55+. The community also features private apartments in a single-story setting, focusing on older adults’ comfort and privacy. Housekeeping, beauty services, and transportation are also provided for residents’ convenience. Small animal companions are also welcome to accompany residents, as the community promotes a pet-friendly environment.

Social programs, recreational activities, and exercise programs promote holistic wellness and encourage residents to socialize. Its surrounding area also earned a walkability score of 71, making it very walkable and allowing residents to reach most amenities and services on foot. Columbine Patio Homes also provides a variety of floor plans to meet older adults’ preferences.

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Walk Score: 71 / 100 Rank #208 / 872Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 208th out of 872 homes in Colorado. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Colorado facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Colorado that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Apartments

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Building Type: Single-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fort Collins's city center to Columbine Patio Homes's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Colorado

Columbine Patio Homes is located in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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).
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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
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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).
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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).
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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 Columbine Patio Homes

Is Columbine Patio Homes in a walkable area?

Columbine Patio Homes has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Does Columbine Patio Homes have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Columbine Patio Homes on this page.

Are there photos of Columbine Patio Homes?

Yes — there are 10 photos of Columbine Patio Homes in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Columbine Patio Homes?

Columbine Patio Homes is located at Torino Cir, Fort Collins, CO 80526.

What is the phone number of Columbine Patio Homes?

(970) 490-1000 will put you in contact with the team at Columbine Patio Homes.

Does Columbine Patio Homes provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Columbine Patio Homes is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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