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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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My husband has only been at Spring Ridge for 2 months so I’ve limited experience. One thing I noted on the first visit was that so many of the staff were smiling. That is not true of other places we...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Spring Ridge Park is licensed assisted living campus exclusively for adults experiencing irreversible memory loss due to Alzheimer's Disease or another type of organically caused dementia. We believe our residents sense of personal identity and self-respect in paramount to their happiness. Their...
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The place was great!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Inn at Lakewood is a place where home and community come together. With spacious apartments and nearby shopping, restaurants, theatres, and places of worship, residents can maintain the lifestyle they deserve. Residents have a choice of 137 studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, all...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mom has been at the Rising Sun for over a year now. The place is AMAZING! it is more like going home than going INTO a home. It is cozy and the owners are the most kind, caring individuals you could ever...
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Rising Sun Senior HomeThe Rising Sun Senior Home is a senior care home located in the peaceful neighborhoods of Lakewood CO in Jefferson County. At the Rising Sun, we offer a haven of convenience, happiness, and comfort to our residents. The appealing Colorado weather and the landscape are...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Our son lives in Harmony. He is almost 40 and has lived here close to ten years. His apartment is lovely with a nice view on the third floor. His room has a new carpet and linoleum floor in the [removed] ...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Marycrest Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the beautiful town of Denver, Colorado. Marycrest is a legacy of the Sisters of St. Francis, providing care and support in a quiet, home-like environment. At Marycrest, we are committed to providing the loving support and...
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My 92 year old mother was in Catherine's a short time before she died. I was looking for a place that was calm and like "home," as she was failing. The large memory center we were in was not able to take...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Catharine's Quality of Life residential homes create a small family atmosphere in which our resident family members don't passively observe life — they actively live it. Our daily routine provides a familiar structure that offers comfort and security to each person and minimizes their anxiety and...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Covenant Retirement Communities have been leading the charge to meet the needs of older adults for over a century. Since 1886, we’ve focused on helping residents live more fulfilling lives. We continue to build on this great legacy as we expand to serve more communities.Today, at Covenant Village...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Applewood, CO

The average cost of senior living in Applewood is $5,223 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Littleton, CO with an average of $5,107 per month.

Assisted living costs in Applewood, CO, vs. nearby cities

Applewood, CO
$5,222/mo

Assisted living costs in Applewood, CO, vs. state and national averages

Applewood, CO
$5,222/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Applewood, CO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,222/mo
$5,729/mo

Assisted living costs in Applewood, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,648/mo
Private
$5,633/mo
Studio
$6,139/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,871/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,566/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,850/mo

Senior living costs in Applewood vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Applewood, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeApplewood, COColoradoU.S.
Assisted Living$5,222/mo$5,180/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,729/mo$5,398/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,581/mo$4,441/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Applewood, CO:$5,222/mo
Colorado:$5,180/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Applewood, CO:$5,729/mo
Colorado:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Applewood, CO:$4,581/mo
Colorado:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Applewood, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Applewood and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Applewood, CO

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Applewood have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Applewood, CO$6,404/mo$5,608/mo+14.2%
Colorado$5,701/mo$5,312/mo+7.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Applewood, CO
2024 average cost:$6,404/mo
2023 average cost:$5,608/mo
Percent change:+14.2%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$5,701/mo
2023 average cost:$5,312/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Applewood, CO

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What families are saying about assisted living in Applewood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Applewood

Bethesda Gardens Thornton

4.3
When my loved one was ill, the staff were very responsive to our phone calls and also offered supportive and medical care to them. The staff are very friendly and caring.

Poppy's Place in Centennial, CO

4.8
The people are varied in ages and levels of needs and care, so I think it makes it a little tough for activities. I think they do as best as they can trying to keep everyon active. I think the staff is terrific. The food seems to be homestyle cooking and nutritious. I think you get a little more ...
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Blue Spruce Assisted Living Facility in Castle Rock, CO

5.0
Blue Spruce is a warm, caring and safe place for my 87 year old mother. Adele and her staff are very compassionate toward their patients and provide individual attention to each patients needs. The food choices are varied; and my mother has enjoyed them all! Twenty four hour care has been very ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Personalized care and attention. Residents and their families appreciate the individualized care and attention they receive at various communities. For example, at Brookdale Arvada, the care team goes above and beyond to accommodate specific needs, and at Brookdale Parkplace the staff members are known for their kind and pa ...
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Delicious and varied dining experiences. Quality food and diverse dining options were frequently mentioned in reviews. At Village at Belmar, residents enjoy restaurant-style meals, while at Hyland Hills, the chef caters to individual dietary preferences and restrictions.
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews highlight the friendly and inclusive atmosphere at different communities. Residents at Golden Lodge Assisted Living often comment on the sense of community and the opportunities to socialize, while at The Ridge Pinehurst, the staff create a homelike environment for every resi ...
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Thoughtfully designed and well-maintained spaces. Both indoor and outdoor spaces are praised for their cleanliness and upkeep. At Lakewood Reserve, residents appreciate the newly renovated common areas, while at MorningStar of Wheat Ridge, the gardens offer a beautiful and peaceful retreat.
Staff who genuinely care. Numerous reviews express gratitude for the compassionate and dedicated staff members at various communities. At Brookdale Parkplace, caregivers are celebrated for their attentiveness and kindness, and at Stonebridge Retirement Community, the nursing team is praised for their expertise and re ...
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Flexible and accommodating staff. Some communities stand out for their accommodating staff, whether it's for addressing residents' specific needs or making adjustments for families. For instance, at The Ridge Pinehurst, the team is known for their flexibility in working with schedules, and at The Village of Bear Creek, they ...
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Applewood review score based on 220 family reviews

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Applewood review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Applewood assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 220 reviews of 68 Applewood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Applewood resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Applewood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Applewood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Applewood, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Applewood assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Applewood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Applewood, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.2%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.6%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Applewood assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Applewood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Applewood assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Applewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Applewood, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.2%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Applewood assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Applewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Applewood, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
38.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Applewood assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Applewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
33.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Applewood

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Colorado assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Applewood protect seniors.
Learn about Colorado assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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