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Assisted living costs in Golden average about $5,448 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 63 communities in Golden. Our detailed directory has 781 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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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.
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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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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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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.
Care Group at Indian Tree is a residential care home that is located in Jefferson and Adams counties in Arvada CO. This is a loving residence where caregivers attend to the resident's needs in a group home setting. The climate is humid continental creating starkly contrasting seasons within the...
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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
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Golden, CO

The average cost of senior living in Golden is $5,448 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Littleton, CO with an average of $5,332 per month.

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

Golden, CO
$5,448/mo

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

Golden, CO
$5,448/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,448/mo
$5,915/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,065/mo
Studio
$5,678/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,991/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,849/mo

Senior living costs in Golden 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: Golden, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGolden, COColoradoU.S.
Assisted Living$5,448/mo$5,336/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$5,915/mo$5,559/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$4,714/mo$4,581/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Golden, CO:$5,448/mo
Colorado:$5,336/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Golden, CO:$5,915/mo
Colorado:$5,559/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Golden, CO:$4,714/mo
Colorado:$4,581/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Golden, CO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Golden 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Golden, CO$5,888/mo$5,504/mo+7.0%
Colorado$5,701/mo$5,316/mo+7.3%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Golden, CO
2024 average cost:$5,888/mo
2023 average cost:$5,504/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$5,701/mo
2023 average cost:$5,316/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
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2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Golden, CO

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What families are saying about assisted living in Golden

Recent reviews for assisted living in Golden

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

Personalized care and attention. Reviews highlight the importance of personalized care and attention for residents at various communities. For instance, at The Ridge Pinehurst, families appreciate the one-on-one time staff members spend with their loved ones, and at The Village of Bear Creek, the smaller community size allo ...
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Communication between staff and families. Clear and effective communication is a recurring theme across reviews, with families expressing satisfaction with staff's attentiveness and responsiveness to their concerns. At Stonebridge Retirement Community, the director is recognized for their active role in addressing issues, while at La ...
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Activities catering to various interests. Residents and their families value the engaging activities offered at senior living communities. For example, at The Ridge Pinehurst, the wide range of activities keeps loved ones active, while at Golden Lodge Assisted Living, the community's focus on hosting fun activities ensures residents ...
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Friendly, caring, and supportive staff. Several reviews mention the genuine care, kindness, and support provided by community staff members. At Brookdale Arvada, the staff goes above and beyond to make loved ones feel welcome, while at Village at Belmar, the warm 'feel' of the community is attributed to the friendly and caring sta ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Cleanliness and maintenance of facilities are essential factors for residents and their families when choosing a senior living community. At MorningStar of Wheat Ridge, the staff works hard to keep the community tidy, while at Brookdale Arvada, the cleanliness of the living spaces is consist ...
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Flexible and accommodating policies. Flexibility and accommodating policies are important for seniors and their families when navigating the unique needs and circumstances of aging. At The Village of Bear Creek, the community's willingness to accommodate residents' preferences and adapt to their changing needs is appreciated, whi ...
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Golden review score based on 132 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 132 reviews of 56 Golden assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Golden 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

Golden review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Golden 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 132 reviews of 56 Golden assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Golden 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.
Golden, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.8
Friendliness
3.5
3.8
Care services
3.1
3.5
Staff
3.3
3.7
Meals & dining
3.3
3.4
Activities
3.1
3.4
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
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Golden assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Golden assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Golden, 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 Golden 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 Golden that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Golden, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.7%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.1%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.4%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.2%
52.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Golden 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 Golden Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Golden, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.3%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.2%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.1%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Golden 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 Golden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Golden, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.1%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.9%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Golden 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 Golden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Golden, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.1%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Golden 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 Golden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Golden, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
48.2%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.1%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.9%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.4%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.2%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
32.1%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.4%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Golden

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 Golden protect seniors.
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