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Assisted living costs in Central City average about $5,524 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 15 communities in Central City. Our detailed directory has 147 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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 of Boulder
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55 Floor plans available
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My mother has lived in assisted living at Morning Star for about 4 years and she’s quite happy. I find the staff very professional and friendly, and any issues we have ever had - like requesting medications...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Boulder represents the finest assisted living Boulder or Longmont CO has to offer. Having opened our doors and hearts in September 2015, we are dedicated to giving our residents a carefree lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community. Beautifully...
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Their attention to high fall risk patients could be better. My loved one has experienced multiple falls. Actions are very reactive rather than proactive.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Applewood Place, A Juniper Senior Living Community, provides assisted living and award winning Wellspring Memory Care. Located in a charming neighborhood just south of Golden and ten minutes from downtown Denver and the Rocky Mountain foothills, Applewood Place is a community where older adults...
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Golden Lodge Assisted Living is very accommodating in creating a program based on individual needs. We used them for respite care for my husband.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Locally owned and operated Retirement Community, offering both Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Services. Golden Lodge is located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Our goal is to enhance the lives of people age 55-plus with an exceptional lifestyle, residences, programs, services and...
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It is a one year old facility, very modern and beautifully appointed. The dining room serves good food with variety. My 91 year old mother seems happy and is enjoying having many activities to choose from....
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.
Conveniently located in Arvada, Colorado, our vibrant and pet-friendly senior living community opened in 2024. Offering residents a sense of belonging that comes with engagement and connection. Whether they are taking advantage of our extensive amenities and programming, socializing with...
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77 Floor plans available
7.8
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I would give them 5 across all categories. Great place. Staff is super friendly & attentive. Food is great. Choices for activities.
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.
Independent and Assisted Living at its Best!MorningStar of Arvada is an independent and assisted living community ideally situated on 1.5 acres, encircled by historic Golden with nearby Arvada Reservoir.MorningStar of Arvada is dedicated to creating a true home, where your retirement years can be...
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The community does really feel like a community, and I feel like I know the staff and they take good care of my loved one. communication is good between the staff and our family they keep us well informed. ...
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.
Nestled in a serene mountain setting, Elk Run Assisted Living Community provides quality care to seniors. An easy commute from Denver or points west on the I-70 corridor, Elk Run is just minutes from the freeway. The facility adjoins mountain open space, offering views of meadows and wildlife....
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Overall, I've been very satisfied with the care and the facilities. The staff is wonderful. There's one caregiver in particular who is always cheerful when she comes in, she gives compliments, and she...
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.
The Mary Sandoe House is the first Assisted Living in Boulder and Mary Sandoe had a desire to help others in the community in 1979. We are a small and cozy 24 residence in beautiful South Boulder with a great view of the Flat Irons that is central to shopping centers, library and bus. Residents...
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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: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Photo of Bear Creek Care & Rehabilitation
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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My mom has been living in Nightingale Lane for two years and we are very happy with the facility and the care mom has received since her move. The staff is loving and patient and we think the food is good as...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Photo of Applewood Our House
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I have had the pleasure of having a one on one with Applewood Our House at Yank St. for the past 3 years. They are wonderful with the people and couldn't ask for better care of the people in their care....
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.
Taking care of a loved one with Alheimer's disease or dementia is a job for professionals. No matter how hard you try, eventually the burden of providing round-the-clock care for a loved one with Alzheimer's becomes to much. Eventually, you will admit that is is best to find a place that can...

Cost of assisted living in Central City, CO

The average cost of senior living in Central City is $5,524 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Bear Creek, CO with an average of $5,107 per month.

Assisted living costs in Central City, CO, vs. nearby cities

Central City, CO
$5,524/mo

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

Central City, CO
$5,524/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Central City, CO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,524/mo
$6,002/mo

Assisted living costs in Central City, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,888/mo
Studio
$6,128/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,721/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,198/mo

Senior living costs in Central City 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: Central City, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCentral City, COColoradoU.S.
Assisted Living$5,524/mo$5,181/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,002/mo$5,398/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,826/mo$4,441/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Central City, CO:$5,524/mo
Colorado:$5,181/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Central City, CO:$6,002/mo
Colorado:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Central City, CO:$4,826/mo
Colorado:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Central City, CO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Central City 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
Central City, CO$7,412/mo$5,768/mo+28.5%
Colorado$5,640/mo$5,223/mo+8.0%
National$5,291/mo$5,061/mo+4.6%
Central City, CO
2024 average cost:$7,412/mo
2023 average cost:$5,768/mo
Percent change:+28.5%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$5,640/mo
2023 average cost:$5,223/mo
Percent change:+8.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,291/mo
2023 average cost:$5,061/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Central City, 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 Central City.

What families are saying about assisted living in Central City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Central City

Golden Orchard III in Wheat Ridge, CO

5.0
We love the staff and living situation for my 2 elderly parents at Golden Orchard, Finding this lovely group home was a Blessing for us. My Dad and Mom are well taken care of in every way. Such a huge difference in how well my parents are doing in this very caring group home environment!. Food ...
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Village at Belmar in Lakewood, CO

5.0
My mother was previously a resident at Village at Belmar and everything was great for her at this facility. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, care service and value for cost were also great. They did a wonderful job caring for my mother. I would recommend Village at Belmar ...
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Sunrise at FlatIrons in Broomfield, CO

4.9
We moved my mother from Independent Living in Denver to Assisted Living at Sunrise in late [date removed]. The arrangements and move were very smooth. [name removed] was a wonderful support and Isaac is terrific as well. All the staff are friendly and kind and get to know all the residents and ...
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Central City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Central City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Central City, 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 Central City 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 Central City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Central City, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Central City 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 Central City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Central City, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Central City 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 Central City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Central City, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
35.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Central City 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 Central City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Central City, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Central City 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 Central City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Central City, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Central City

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

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MorningStar of Boulder, MorningStar at Applewood and Golden Lodge Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Central City, Colorado. See full list of communities.
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