Balfour at Longmont

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3.5 miles from city center

Description

Balfour at Longmont, a true gem in Colorado’s senior care landscape, stands as a testament to excellence since its establishment in 1997. Recognized nationally and internationally, this community has garnered acclaim for its exceptional senior care services. Balfour proudly offers top-notch assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and independent living services, backed by cutting-edge innovations that set new standards in retirement homes.

At Balfour, residents enjoy spacious apartments with fully equipped kitchens and a range of amenities that enhance their living experience. The community prides itself on outstanding hospitality, ensuring every resident feels at home. Featuring wheelchair-accessible showers, Balfour caters to the diverse needs of its residents. Short-term stays are welcomed, and complimentary transportation and resident parking are readily available. Pet-friendly policies, both indoor and outdoor common areas, including arts and craft centers, fitness facilities, game rooms, and lounges, create a vibrant and well-maintained community atmosphere.

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Details

What does this place offer?

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed

Housing Options Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type 3-story

Amenities

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Type of Care Available

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care

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Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

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

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

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)

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)

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

Eligibility

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

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

Colorado OAP

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Eligibility

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

Benefits

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

Colorado Medicaid PACE

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

Eligibility

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

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

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Eligibility

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.