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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Wheat Ridge, CO

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Assisted living costs in Wheat Ridge average about $5,228 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 89 communities in Wheat Ridge. Our detailed directory has 1206 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: 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.
Photo of Arden Courts
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.
Photo of Assisted Living of Denver
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.
Assisted Living of Denver is a spacious and elegant senior care home in Denver, CO., an area known for it's vibrant metropolis nestled into towering mountain peaks. Our staff share a common value: to recognize residents as valued individuals and to help them lead purposeful lives. That is, we...
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Cost of assisted living in Wheat Ridge, CO

The average cost of senior living in Wheat Ridge is $5,228 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Littleton, CO with an average of $5,107 per month.

Assisted living costs in Wheat Ridge, CO, vs. nearby cities

Wheat Ridge, CO
$5,228/mo
$5,208/mo

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

Wheat Ridge, CO
$5,228/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Wheat Ridge, CO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,228/mo
$5,734/mo

Assisted living costs in Wheat Ridge, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,424/mo
Private
$5,633/mo
Studio
$5,958/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,482/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,048/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,850/mo

Senior living costs in Wheat Ridge 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: Wheat Ridge, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWheat Ridge, COColoradoU.S.
Assisted Living$5,228/mo$5,181/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,734/mo$5,398/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,599/mo$4,441/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Wheat Ridge, CO:$5,228/mo
Colorado:$5,181/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Wheat Ridge, CO:$5,734/mo
Colorado:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Wheat Ridge, CO:$4,599/mo
Colorado:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wheat Ridge, CO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wheat Ridge 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
Wheat Ridge, CO$6,285/mo$5,670/mo+10.8%
Colorado$5,701/mo$5,312/mo+7.3%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Wheat Ridge, CO
2024 average cost:$6,285/mo
2023 average cost:$5,670/mo
Percent change:+10.8%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$5,701/mo
2023 average cost:$5,312/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wheat Ridge, 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 Wheat Ridge.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wheat Ridge

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wheat Ridge

Bethesda Gardens Thornton

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

Poppy's Place in Centennial, CO

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

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

Caring and attentive staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and dedication of the staff at various communities, such as Brookdale Parkplace and San Marino Retirement Community, who go above and beyond to ensure the well-being of their residents. Families express appreciation for the long-term relationships that have b ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents find joy in the wide range of specialized activities offered at different communities, like The Ridge Pinehurst, Golden Lodge Assisted Living, and Brookdale Parkplace, that cater to their diverse interests and keep them engaged and active.
Responsive and communicative staff. Clear and frequent communication between families and staff is a common theme in reviews, with many communities like The Village of Bear Creek and MorningStar of Wheat Ridge setting regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones to keep everyone informed and address care needs.
High-quality and varied dining options. Throughout reviews, the quality of food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At San Marino Retirement Community, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes a highlight for residents.
Consistent and reliable care services. Reviews often mention the dependability of care services at various communities, such as Lakewood Reserve and Stonebridge Retirement Community, which help ensure that residents receive the assistance they need with daily tasks and medical care.
Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces at different communities, like The Village of Bear Creek and Hyland Hills, which contribute to a sense of comfort and familiarity, and make their living experience more enjoyable.
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Wheat Ridge review score based on 238 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 238 reviews of 77 Wheat Ridge assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wheat Ridge 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

Wheat Ridge review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Wheat Ridge, CO77 facilities
7.9
Lakeside, CO104 facilities
7.9
Mountain View, CO108 facilities

Review subcategories for Wheat Ridge 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 238 reviews of 77 Wheat Ridge assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wheat Ridge 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.
Wheat Ridge, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Wheat Ridge assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wheat Ridge assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wheat Ridge, 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 Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wheat Ridge, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.9%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wheat Ridge, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wheat Ridge, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wheat Ridge, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
39%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wheat Ridge, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
32.5%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wheat Ridge

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

Frequently Asked Questions

MorningStar of Wheat Ridge, Mountain Vista Retirement Community and Woodlake Legacy Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wheat Ridge, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 89 assisted living facilities near Wheat Ridge, Colorado. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Wheat Ridge, Colorado are Brookdale Lowry, Brookdale Pinehurst Park and Brookdale Parkplace. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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