What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

What services do you offer?

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Overview of Allison Care Center

Allison Care Center stands as a distinguished memory support community, offering a diverse range of care options to its residents in Lakewood, Colorado. Within its tranquil premises, senior residents can find secure memory support, skilled short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care services. Their team of certified memory care staff is dedicated to crafting personalized service plans tailored to meet the distinctive needs of each resident.
As a leading facility in memory care, Allison Care Center fosters close collaboration with the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer’s Association. This partnership enables the community to curate a thoughtfully designed program that addresses the specific challenges associated with memory impairment, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for its cherished residents.

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What families are saying

Quality of care and staff professionalism

The staff at Allison Care Center are consistently praised for their kindness, dedication, and ability to create a welcoming and supportive environment, making residents and their families feel comfortable and at ease.

Care & staff

Activities, programs, and daily engagement

Allison Care Center offers a variety of activities and personalizes care to meet the needs and preferences of residents, which contributes to a positive and engaging experience for those staying at the facility.

Activities Care & staff

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.54/day

Overall rating

3/5

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

3/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 85

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

76.1%

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for

Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

How we assess these insights Show admissions and discharges

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

7% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

30% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

63% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$8.9M

Operating loss

-$313.2K

Proprietary home Corporation

Home revenue

$8,881,916.00

Operating loss

$-313,171.00

Payroll costs

$4.3M

48.5% of revenue

Other operating costs

$4.9M

Total costs $9.2M

Walk Score: 79 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Care Services

Nursing Services

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Memory Care

Independent Living

Skilled Nursing

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Rehabilitation

Skilled Nursing and Chronic Disease Management

Short-Term and Respite Care

Hospice and Comfort

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs

Dementia Care, Rehabilitation and Wellness, Short-Term and Respite Care, Hospice and Comfort

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Cambridge Care Center

SNF

SMITH, PAMELA

82.4%

$11,419,550.00

$4,688,802.00

41.1%

88.00

4/5

3.5041

3/5

4/5

5/5

Allison Care Center

SNF

76.1%

$8,826,186.00

$4,311,032.00

48.8%

75.70

3/5

3.5401

3/5

4/5

Bethany Nursing and Rehab

SNF

65.3%

$14,620,936.00

$7,206,806.00

49.3%

108.20

1/5

3.2360

1/5

2/5

3/5

Harmony Pointe Nursing Center

SNF

Mapleton Care Center

SNF

Cambridge Care Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: SMITH, PAMELA

CCN: 65296

Occupancy: 82.4%

Home Revenue: $11,419,550.00

Payroll Costs: $4,688,802.00

Payroll %: 41.1%

Avg Residents/Day: 88.00

Overall Rating: 4/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 3.5041

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Number of Fines: 1

Allison Care Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

CCN: 65297

Occupancy: 76.1%

Home Revenue: $8,826,186.00

Payroll Costs: $4,311,032.00

Payroll %: 48.8%

Avg Residents/Day: 75.70

Overall Rating: 3/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 3.5401

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 3/5

QM Rating: 4/5

Number of Fines: 1

Bethany Nursing and Rehab

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

CCN: 65248

Occupancy: 65.3%

Home Revenue: $14,620,936.00

Payroll Costs: $7,206,806.00

Payroll %: 49.3%

Avg Residents/Day: 108.20

Overall Rating: 1/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 3.2360

Health Insp Rating: 1/5

Staffing Rating: 2/5

QM Rating: 3/5

Number of Fines: 4

Harmony Pointe Nursing Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

Mapleton Care Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

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Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Official government program page

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Services: 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

Official government program page

General: Age 60+, Colorado resident.
Income Limits: ~$1,215/month (individual).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
CO Specifics: Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Services: 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

Official government program page

General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Services: All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day), meals, transportation, therapy, medical visits.

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Official government program page

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

Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider), e.g., bathing, dressing.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Official government program page

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
CO Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

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Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).

Official Program Page

Colorado OAP

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Requirements:

General:
Age 60+, Colorado resident.
Income Limits:
~$1,215/month (individual).
Asset Limits:
$2,000 (individual).
CO Specifics:
Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Cash (~$100-$800/month), limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week), medical assistance.

Official Program Page

Colorado Medicaid PACE

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

Requirements:

General:
Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Benefits without Contact:

Services: All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day), meals, transportation, therapy, medical visits.

Official Program Page

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Requirements:

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

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider), e.g., bathing, dressing.

Official Program Page

Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.
Income Limits (2025):
~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
Asset Limits:
Not specified; income-focused.
CO Specifics:
Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

Official Program Page

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Allison Care Center

Allison Care Center is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Allison Care Center is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Allison Care Center

Allison Care Center is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Allison Care Center is a Nursing Home in Colorado

What families are saying

Quality of care and staff professionalism

Activities, programs, and daily engagement

Quality ratings

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

This home usually has availability

Who this home usually serves

Mostly long-term care residents

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Medicaid

Finances and operations

About this community

Care Services

All Levels of Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Comparison Chart

Guides for Better Senior Living

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

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

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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Benefits without Contact:

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