Mesa Verde Estates

Overview of Mesa Verde Estates

Mesa Verde Estates is a senior living community located in Durango, Colorado. It offers assisted living and memory care services in a warm and compassionate environment. The community focuses on personalized care and enriching life experiences for its residents.

(970) 903-2829 administration@missionseniorliving.com

124-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 15 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence

CountyLa Plata

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Food DescriptionFreshly prepared meals are provided.

3.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Durango's city center to Mesa Verde Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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

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).

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).

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

Benefits

Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider) E.g. Bathing Dressing

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Is Mesa Verde Estates in a walkable area?

Mesa Verde Estates has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How many beds does Mesa Verde Estates have?

Mesa Verde Estates has 124 beds.

Are there photos of Mesa Verde Estates?

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What is the address of Mesa Verde Estates?

Mesa Verde Estates is located at 380 CRADER RANCH RD, DURANGO, CO 81301.

What is the phone number of Mesa Verde Estates?

(970) 903-2829 will put you in contact with the team at Mesa Verde Estates.

What county is Mesa Verde Estates located in?

Mesa Verde Estates is in La Plata County.

Is Mesa Verde Estates Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Mesa Verde Estates is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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