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Assisted living costs in Boulder average about $7,385 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 281 communities in Boulder. Our detailed directory has 5321 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Broomfield, Arvada and Lakewood.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of MorningStar at Holly Park
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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A great place and a very beautiful place I think my husband will be a lot happier since he is there...They have a great staff and care about the people living there...If you are looking for a place for your...
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.
Ashley Manor is residential assisted living and alzheimer’s care at it’s best. We provide the comforts of home, the feeling of family, a meaningful way of life to all of our residents. The difference between us and our competition is that we care about your loved one as if they were our own...
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It’s an older home. It’s clean. The staff is fantastic. They handle more advanced with Alzheimer’s needs. I’m usually there every day. The most expensive doesn’t mean it’s the best.
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.
Lighthouse is a residential assisted living home that provides residents with a quiet home-like environment. When they are unable to live independently, we offer assistance with activities of daily living, medication administration, as well as individualized care from our well-trained staff. From...
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The staff is very nice. The home is nice and not crowded. The residents receive individualized care. The staff are accessible for questions or concerns about my loved one. We even receive texts and...
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.
Cardan Manor Assisted Living is a residential care home found in the region of Aurora, Colorado in Adams County. Our assisted living community is set up in an area that is very conducive for our senior's relaxation and improvement. We have a quiet and tranquil compound that provides adequate...
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My mom has been in the nursing facility side for over 2 years. She is a self pay and it is worth every penny. What a great staff, what great amenities. I love this place and highly recommend it for your...
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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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Both of my parents live at Grace Pointe, and I couldn’t feel more blessed to have the caring, loving and grace filled staff taking care of my family. In fact they take care of all of us! They keep us...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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My mother has been living at the Milwaukee Memory Care residence for the last 3 months. This move was a welcomed relief from her former residence. I feel confident that RM is providing the care they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living is dedicated to providing seniors with all the care and resources they need to live in a comfortable assisted living facility. Our goal is to enable them to customize their care plan so that they can get the care they want, when they want it. We are proud to be a...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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: 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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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.
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Placed my mom in Ashley Manor just a few months ago, was so pleased with all the staff. It is such a hard thing to do for a parent, but knowing that this team of people will care and look after her has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Ashley Manor - EvansAshley Manor - Evans is an assisted living community located in breathtaking Evans, Weld County, Colorado. Evans is surrounded with magnificent mountains. The scenic natural beauty is just part of living in Evans. This quiet small town community nestled away in the mountains...
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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.
Photo of New Dawn Memory Care - Ft. Collins
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
New Dawn Memory Care - Ft. CollinsThe New Dawn Memory Care - Ft Collins is an assisted living community located in beautiful Fort Collins, Larimer County, Colorado. This beautiful community is home to some of the best shopping and has a number of eateries that a senior can enjoy. For the lover of...
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.
Garden Square at Spring Creek is an assisted living community in Fort Collins, Colorado. This residence is conveniently located off Highway 25 and maintains a green landscape and tree lined streets that offer a secluded feel. Our accessible location makes it simple for family, friends, and guests...
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The staff is wonderful! They took such good care of our Dad and made him feel like family. He loved the food, and whenever we went there, which was every weekend to pick up Dad, it was always very clean. I...
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.
Gabriel Assisted Living is a residential care home located in the serene and picturesque city of Centennial, in Arapahoe County, Colorado. Our city has so much to offer our residents and their loved ones. We have a relaxing atmosphere, great for seniors looking to spend some quality time with...
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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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They treat her really well!! I have seen lots of progress in her, since being there. The social worker there, Cory, is totally awesome! She is just great. It's a nice community, clean and bright, not dark...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My wife has been a resident there on two occasions. The first was in june of 2015 for about 6 months. She is a resident now from august 2018. The level of care is great. It has new owners that have...
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.
Birch Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Greeley, CO. Greeley, which is situated in the northern region of Colorado, offers a lively downtown area with plenty of art, entertainment, dining and shopping venues. Visitors will enjoy exploring the Colorado Model Railroad...
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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.
ILA Senior Living is not only a name it is a philosophy and we are committed to providing excellent care for the elderly when living at home independently is no longer an option. We welcome the opportunity to serve you. ILA Senior Living is not only a name it is a philosophy and we are committed...
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I am very grateful that my Mom had such a lovely home environment to live in.  Blue Spruce Assisted Living cared for her 24 hours a day.  I didn’t have to worry about her at all!  The management kept in...
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.
Blue Spruce Assisted Living is a warm loving home for the elderly that offers exceptional standards of resident services, accommodation and care. We are a premier provider of senior residential assisted living and elder care. Our goal is to provide the very best in fine living. Our quality...
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I am very satisfied with the care that my mother is receiving at Assured Senior Care. When it became obvious that my mother, who suffers from dementia, was no longer able to care for herself in her own...
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.
When it comes time to choose an assisted living facility in Colorado, Assured Assisted Living 7 is at the top of the list. Assured Assisted Care 7 is located in Parker Colorado, and provides a safe and secure environment for adults suffering from Alheimer's, dementia and similar memory related...
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I would give then an A+ for the community's structure and format, specifically for assisted living. The community was up kept and clean. The staff are friendly people. I did try a meal and for the most part...
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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 Boulder, CO

The average cost of senior living in Boulder is $7,385 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Erie, CO with an average of $5,747 per month.

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

Boulder, CO
$7,385/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,385/mo
$8,066/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,197/mo
Studio
$5,290/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,443/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,342/mo

Senior living costs in Boulder 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: Boulder, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBoulder, COColoradoU.S.
Assisted Living$7,385/mo$6,474/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,066/mo$7,448/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,319/mo$3,831/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Boulder, CO:$7,385/mo
Colorado:$6,474/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Boulder, CO:$8,066/mo
Colorado:$7,448/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Boulder, CO:$4,319/mo
Colorado:$3,831/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Boulder, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Boulder 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 Boulder, CO

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Boulder 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 average 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
Boulder, CO$6,893/mo$6,080/mo+13.4%
Colorado$5,971/mo$5,500/mo+8.6%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Boulder, CO
2024 average cost:$6,893/mo
2023 average cost:$6,080/mo
Percent change:+13.4%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$5,971/mo
2023 average cost:$5,500/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Boulder, CO

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Boulder.

What families are saying about assisted living in Boulder

Recent reviews for assisted living in Boulder

Rocky Mountain Assisted Living at Chestnut Hill in Highlands Ranch, CO

5.0
We moved our father in here back in 2008 and he was here for 6 years. They took great care of him and the staff including management were very accommodating. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a caring clean home.

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

Friendly and caring staff. Numerous reviews highlight the amazing and caring nature of the staff at different communities, including Waneka Park Assisted Living, Balfour Louisville Campus, and Sunrise of Boulder, where families express their gratitude for the friendly and attentive staff who helped improve their lov ...
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Good food and dining experiences. The quality of food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. Residents of Balfour Louisville Campus, Sunrise at FlatIrons, and Brookdale Longmont rave about the delicious and well-prepared meals they enjoy every day.
Thoughtful accommodations and activities. Communities like Sunrise at FlatIrons, The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail Senior Living, and Brookdale Boulder Creek provide thoughtful accommodations and activities tailored to residents' needs and interests. From individualized attention to a wide range of engaging activities, communities go ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as Brookdale Boulder Creek, The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail Senior Living, and Waneka Park Assisted Living, where residents appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining both the private rooms and common are ...
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Responsive and caring communication. Family members at communities like Sunrise at FlatIrons, Sunrise of Boulder, and Brookdale Longmont appreciate the clear and effective communication between staff and families, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are being met.
Warm and welcoming environment. From the first interaction with staff to the friendly and engaging community, residents and families alike mention the warm and welcoming environment at communities like MorningStar of Boulder, Sunrise of Boulder, and The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail Senior Living.
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Boulder review score based on 967 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 967 reviews of 281 Boulder assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Boulder review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Boulder review score compared against nearby cities

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Boulder, CO281 facilities
8.5
Broomfield, CO174 facilities
8.3
Lakewood, CO215 facilities

Review subcategories for Boulder 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 967 reviews of 281 Boulder assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Boulder 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.
Boulder, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
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3.4
Friendliness
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Care services
3.2
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Boulder assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Boulder assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Boulder, 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 Boulder 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 Boulder that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Boulder, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.8%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.3%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.4%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.5%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Boulder 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 Boulder Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Boulder, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.5%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Boulder 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 Boulder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Boulder, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
40.6%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.8%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Boulder 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 Boulder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Boulder, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.6%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.2%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Boulder 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 Boulder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Boulder, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
53.4%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.9%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.7%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.1%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.8%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
53.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
42.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.2%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.7%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Boulder

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 Boulder protect seniors.
Learn about Colorado assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

MorningStar of Boulder, Brookdale Boulder Creek and Sunrise of Boulder are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Boulder, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 281 assisted living facilities near Boulder, Colorado. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Boulder, Colorado is Garden Square at Westlake. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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