Columbine Patio Homes

Columbine Patio Homes

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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
71 / 100

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55

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What does this home offer?

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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

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Columbine Patio Homes

Bonneville AI
Bonneville A2
Bonneville A3
Catalina B
Bentley C
Impala D1
Impala D2
Regal E1
Regal E2

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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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Compare Independent Living around Fort Collins

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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Good Samaritan Society – Fort Collins Village
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AL
RC
Fort Collins64No 16 -A+Natalie KorellThe Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan SocietyPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
MacKenzie Place – Fort Collins
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
Fort Collins61Yes 63 Studio / 1 Bed-Katy DurhamMackenzie Place Fort Collins LLCPrivate pay
Columbine Patio Homes
IL
Fort Collins-Yes 71 Private Apartments----
The Winslow Independent Living
IL
Fort Collins-Yes 68 Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+---
The Remington
IL
Fort Collins (Old Town)-No 96 Studio / 1 Bed----

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CO community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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).
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 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 pets allowed at Columbine Patio Homes?

Yes, Columbine Patio Homes allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Columbine Patio Homes?

Yes — there are 9 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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