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Brookdale was really wonderful; my aunt was hoping to be able to go back there when she got better but that never happened. As far as [name removed] and I feel Brookdale should receive the highest score...
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.
With our assisted living services, located in Pueblo, Colo., a thriving city known for steel production and low cost of living, you have all the independence you want, along with the peace of mind knowing our staff is available 24/7 to help with personal care, mobility and any emergencies that...
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Independent Living, but have ' care' provided for specific purposes. The meals etc are very good...kitchen sometimes has staffing issues which can present problems, but it is understandable and not...
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.
Villa Pueblo is one of the city's premier retirement communities, offering a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care.  You never know who you'll meet at Villa Pueblo — you may reconnect with old friends, or meet new ones! And, the...
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Although Capella's has experienced all the problems with staff and employees like shortages, training and competence like all industries throughout the country, my mother and I both have been very pleased...
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 spirit of Pueblo County resounds at Cappella of Pueblo West, the area’s reputable and long-serving assisted living community. Here, age and capabilities have no boundaries, friendships flourish and lives are enriched through social, intellectual, inspirational, and physical activities.
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A place for mom is a great resource, helped us find a community for our mother, Bonaventure in pueblo has been awesome and the staff are great always making sure you and your loved ones needs are meet ,...
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.
You can create the home you want at Bonaventure ,and it always comes with warmth and good old-fashioned service with a smile, which is why so many recommend us. Just ask our residents;more than 9 out of 10 current residents, enthusiastically recommend us to their friends and families.
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The home setting is great! They encourage visitors at any time. They are friendly and it is always clean. The residents are encouraged to get up and dressed daily. They also all eat together in kitchen...
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.
Columbine Chateau is a small 24 hour Assisted living facility that is located in Pueblo West, Co. We pride ourselves in being more of a family home and providing our residents with more one on one care so they can have a better quality of life. We are able to have a higher ratio of staff per...
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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.
Primrose Retirement Community of Pueblo is located in Pueblo, Colorado. We strive to create a happy and dignified living environment for our elderly residents. Our independent housing facility offers a fitness center, theater and pub. Our dining area looks like a bistro, not a hospital dining...
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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.
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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.
Friendship House at The HomeThe Friendship House at the Home is an assisted living community located in picturesque Canon City, Fremont County, Colorado, which is considered the "Gate to the Authentic West." The community has a rich heritage and intriguing geologic history. The residents are ones...
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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.
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, 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: 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: 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: 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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Penrose, CO

The average cost of senior living in Penrose is $3,834 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Williamsburg, CO with an average of $2,762 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Penrose, CO vs. nearby cities

Penrose, CO
$3,834/mo
$3,488/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Penrose, CO vs. the state and national average

Penrose, CO
$3,834/mo
U.S. national average
$4,577/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Penrose vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,834/mo
$3,834/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Penrose, CO by room type

Studio
$4,492/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,578/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,833/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Penrose over time

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What families are saying about assisted living in Penrose

Recent reviews for assisted living in Penrose

Brookdale El Camino in Pueblo, CO

4.9
The staff at Brookdale gives great care to all of the residents! The exercise classes are truly excellent and residents get a lot from them. They have great recreational activities that are geared to them mentally.

Cappella at Pueblo West

4.6
Great people, the building is one floor and great for any type of physical limitations and all types of services are provided from laundry and housekeeping if needed. They also have local transportation which is very helpful. They have been having all kinds of staffing problems and consistency ...
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Bonaventure of Pueblo

3.9
We picked this community because they had a very good working relationship with hospice onsite. It's a very nice facility in terms of appearance and upgrading. They can improve on staffing. I would recommend to other families.

Penrose review score based on 37 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 37 reviews of 18 Penrose assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Penrose 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

Penrose review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Penrose, CO18 facilities
6.9
Florence, CO7 facilities
7.5
Williamsburg, CO5 facilities

Review subcategories for Penrose 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 37 reviews of 18 Penrose assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Penrose 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.
Penrose, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Penrose assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penrose assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penrose, 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 Penrose 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 Penrose that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Penrose, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.9%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.8%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.9%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Penrose 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 Penrose Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Penrose, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.1%
40.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Penrose 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 Penrose partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penrose, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.6%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.6%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Penrose 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 Penrose communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penrose, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penrose 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 Penrose offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penrose, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
27.8%
45.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.8%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.8%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
27.8%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.8%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Penrose

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Colorado assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Penrose protect seniors.

Learn about Colorado Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale El Camino, Villa Pueblo Senior Living Community and Cappella at Pueblo West are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Penrose, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 18 assisted living facilities near Penrose, Colorado. See the full list.

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