4.8 miles from city center
Description

Nestled in a charming suburb, the Life Care Center of Aurora is a haven of healing where short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and postoperative recovery are provided with compassion and care. The community boasts a lively and energetic atmosphere, where residents can feel right at home while receiving the best service possible. When it comes to healthcare services, they don’t compromise on quality. They offer a range of services, from IV therapy to wound care, social services, case management, discharge planning, and much more.

From a beauty salon and barbershop to bedside and bathroom call lights, internet access, and even a library, the home strives to meet every need. Their landscaped grounds offer a serene and peaceful environment for relaxation and reflection, while their full-time activity director ensures that residents are engaged and entertained.  Overall, Life Care Center of Aurora’s dedicated team of professionals is committed to ensuring that every aspect of your well-being is taken care of with the utmost attention and empathy.

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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.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Colorado Seniors

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.
Benefits
  • Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider), e.g., bathing, dressing.
Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Eligibility
  • 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
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Community
Occupancy
Beds
Medicare Nights
Medicaid Nights
Free Market Days
Home Revenue
Payroll Costs
Home Costs
Owner
CCN
GARDEN TERRACE COLORADO
76.92%
119
934
20294
11280
$11,690,536.00
$6,364,389.00
$4,897,535.00
WEETER, JERRY
065266
BETH ISRAEL AT SHALOM PARK
101.33%
135
431
35572
7684
$17,006,791.00
$9,204,127.00
$8,143,605.00
PENNER, MARC
065303
AHC OF AURORA
92.96%
54
15156
395
$14,830,062.00
$4,595,007.00
$5,081,928.00
CORTEZ, DANIEL
065393
AVIVA AT FITZSIMONS
37.30%
100
6327
1591
15091
$13,478,564.00
$5,849,211.00
$9,049,158.00
KCP AURORA, LLC
065430
SUMMIT REHAB
88.55%
110
474
28541
6042
$13,629,992.00
$5,890,292.00
$5,358,340.00
065176
AURORA NURSING AND REHAB CENTER LLC
61.72%
58
2712
10764
$8,330,952.00
$3,675,074.00
$3,951,164.00
DUNYON, DAVID
065388
CHERRY CREEK NURSING CENTER
83.76%
218
1319
63443
5629
$21,617,989.00
$11,143,857.00
$14,099,837.00
ENGLADE, KEITH
065146
LOWRY HILLS CARE AND REHABILITATION
84.81%
108
3131
23251
1559
$9,355,254.00
$4,653,631.00
$4,240,829.00
SWEETWATER CARE OPCO LLC
065001
CVCLC AT FITZSIMONS
73.06%
180
550
11219
31936
$38,594,842.00
$12,026,726.00
$15,225,755.00
MILLER, LYNNE
065380
LIFE CARE CENTER OF AURORA
59.10%
148
3174
18376
11614
$16,831,549.00
$8,311,656.00
$5,557,285.00
STRAIN, DAVID
065332
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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.
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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.

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