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Denver County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 230 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Denver County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Denver County is about $5,526, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

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Photo of Kavod Senior Life
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8.0
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18 reviews
8.0
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18 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that it is very clean, my mom gets great care with nice people, university health physicians are right in the building as a clinic, it's just an overall good...
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.
Kavod Senior Life (Kavod) is a place to call home. We have 26 spacious Assisted Living apartments, where our residents and care partners become like a second family. Kavod has been in operation since 1971. Our residents come from all faiths, traditions and backgrounds. We are an inclusive and...
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99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.0
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14 reviews
8.0
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14 reviews
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I’d give 4+ stars if possible. Overall, it seems like my mom’s happy. I used to oversee a senior apt. Complex. The state regulations are pretty detailed and I get the impression that the facility follows...
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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1515 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.0
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44 reviews
8.0
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44 reviews
5 star
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I have lived at The Inn at Greenwood Village for 8 months and have loved every minute! The support I received from the very beginning has been amazing! I have met so many people that I now consider my...
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.
Located in Greenwood Village, this intimate community features 67 apartment homes available for month to month rental to adults 55 and better. A community fee of $2500 is the only initial investment. Studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments are generously sized ranging from 500 to 1,324 square...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Gardens Care Homestead has southwestern-style architecture that accents the 4 1/2 acres of mature landscaping and courtyards that have graced this former equestrian property for years. We are committed to the quality of service that allows you the piece of mind to enjoy the atmosphere of where...
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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.
Belmar Acres Memory Care is offers compassionate memory care for seniors with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or higher daily care needs. Serving up to 12 residents, we provide personalized support in a calm, homelike setting. Located near Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, Balsam Pond Park, Kountze Lake, and...
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55 Photos available
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.
Jewell Estates Assisted Living in Lakewood, CO, is a premier boutique community within the prestigious Autobiography Collection by Gardens Care Senior Living. This modern 8,500-square-foot residence is designed for just 10 seniors, ensuring exceptional staff-to-resident ratios and truly...
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66 Photos available
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.
Pinehurst Assisted Living is a spacious bed-and-breakfast–style home designed for seniors who need supportive, round-the-clock care while maintaining their independence. Pinehurst Assisted Living offers personalized attention in a warm, home-like setting where dignity and comfort come first....
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32 reviews
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The staff and care are amazing. My dad is able to have his dog with him too which made his transition so much easier. He really enjoys the friends he's made and his favorite activity is the weekly happy hour
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.
At Woodlake Legacy Senior Living in Lakewood, Colorado, we believe that holistic living goes beyond just physical well-being. Our community offers a continuum of care—including assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing and rehabilitation services—designed to nurture wellness in the body,...
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36 reviews
9.9
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36 reviews
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Caring, professional, committed staff, led by a caring, professional, committed Executive Director. Comfortable, clean facility. Positive activities. I would recommend to others.
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.
Garden Square at Westlake is comprised of 56 assisted living apartments including studio and one-bedroom floor plans. We provide a more intimate atmosphere that feels more like a home. Our dining space is open and can accommodate all residents and guests that wish to eat together. We also offer a...
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9.7
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29 reviews
9.7
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29 reviews
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The staff has all been very friendly and helpful. They have been very kind to my mother. My mom was able to make a very easy adjustment to assisted living because she was able to take her own furniture and...
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.
Greeley Village is a thriving senior living community where our highly experienced and supportive staff make residents feel cared for and right at home. We have been serving the seniors of Northern Colorado since we opened our doors in December of 2019. Services are delivered with personal...
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Photo of Seven Lakes Memory Care
1616 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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9.7
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95 reviews
9.7
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95 reviews
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Our family member has been living at Seven Lakes Memory Care for 6 months. They have provided wonderful around the clock Care. Seven Lakes welcomes outside Care providers for the extra special needs of their...
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.
Seven Lakes Memory Care is located in beautiful Loveland, Colorado. We offer full memory care services to our residents experiencing Alzheimer's, dementia and memory loss. We provide a comfortable home-like community with four neighborhoods. Each neighborhood has 12 apartments, a large living...
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Photo of The Belleview
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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45 reviews
9.6
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45 reviews
5 star
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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.
Conveniently located downtown near the Museum of Outdoor Arts and adjacent to the Swedish Medical Center, The Belleview is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of...
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1414 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.5
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88 reviews
9.5
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88 reviews
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There were some mixups on paperwork that were a little frustrating but overall it was fairly good. I would give the Staff as a whole probably a 4 1/2 to 5. They were very attentive. They knew the names of...
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.
Parker Senior Living by MorningStar Called to ServeParker Senior Living by MorningStar in Parker, Colorado, celebrates and elevates life for those who taught the rest of us how to live: our seniors, men and women through whom America was preserved and strengthened. Parker Senior Living by offers...
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66 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion
9.5
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54 reviews
9.5
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54 reviews
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The staff are very kind. All of them make a point to say hi when you see them in the hall and they all know my dad by name. I can tell that this makes him feel as though he belongs and is special. There...
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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9.5
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16 reviews
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5s across the board. Cogir has been a joy to work with. My mom's apartment was a one-bedroom, and just the size she needed. She loved it, and was so happy to be there. The staff was super caring, and we're...
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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Photo of Peakview Assisted Living and Memory Care
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
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79 reviews
9.4
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79 reviews
5 star
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The apartment was a great size, 1 bedroom, clean and appropriate. The dining hall and food was great. The staff warm and caring. There was a glitch when the main nurse left suddenly but they covered and...
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.
Located in Centennial, Colorado, Peakview Assisted Living and Memory Care offers premium apartment homes and services in Assisted Living and Dementia/Memory Care. The brand new community has month-to-month rental pricing instead of expensive buy-in fees. Peakview opened in September of 2015 and...
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Photo of Balfour Cherrywood Village
2222 Photos available
9.4
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13 reviews
9.4
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13 reviews
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Balfour Cherrywood is amazing. I thought I was taking care of [removed name] at home but I had no clue how much better her care was at Balfour. She was truly loved there and she loved being there after a...
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.
Balfour Cherrywood Village, located in Louisville, Colorado, is a senior living community. We pride ourselves in providing unique care for our residents, whether they require independent, assisted or living care living situations. We provide respite care, establishing a structure environment for...
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1616 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.4
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57 reviews
9.4
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The staff was excellent. As this was my first experience with this type of activity the initial paperwork and checkin process was overwhelming, the staff walked me through everything and made it easy. The...
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.
Hillcrest of Loveland is an assisted living community located in Loveland, Colorado, in Larimer County. A friendly environment where you can make new friends and feel safe and supported, Hillcrest of Loveland is the ideal place for you to make a new home. Loveland is an interesting city with...
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Photo of Lincoln Meadows Senior Living
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
118 reviews
9.4
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118 reviews
5 star
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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.
Lincoln Meadows is the premier Senior Living community, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Parker, Colorado. This elegant southeast Denver residential community puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach. We know how difficult change can be, especially for seniors. Together...
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2121 Photos available
9.3
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48 reviews
9.3
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48 reviews
5 star
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While my parent was at Legend in [date removed] , my experience is that the residents were safe there, and were attended to with kindness and respect by most all staff most all the time. I never saw any...
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.
Legend is an assisted living and memory care residence dedicated to providing quality services in a warm, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We remain dedicated to those who entrust their housing and...
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99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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37 reviews
9.2
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37 reviews
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Staff is caring, helpful. Facility is clean, they have a great variety of activities and church services, love the court yard. Have games, puzzles, crafts and a variety of greeting cards available. They do...
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.
Welcome HomeWith individualized care plans and a kind and compassionate care team available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, it’s no wonder our assisted living residents love it here. They’ve traded in the mundane tasks like cooking, cleaning and maintaining a house for a retirement that lets...
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1010 Photos available
9.2
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26 reviews
9.2
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26 reviews
5 star
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Compared to the first place I had my mother it was exceptional . Staff was caring , room was nice , pricing was reasonable , food was excellent . Always had plenty of activities . It was clean . The only...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Arbor View Senior Living provides our residents with the freedom to enjoy their day, their way. We offer many amenities, much laughter and fun in a welcoming and peaceful community. Our community is designed to deliver programs and activities that engage the social, emotional, intellectual,...
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Photo of MorningStar at Jordan
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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28 reviews
9.2
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28 reviews
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I left a message for my initial inquiry and was called back right away - a positive. The phone call started first by inquiring about my mom’s interests and needs . It was a very informative conversation...
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 at JordanCalled to ServeMorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan in Centennial, Colorado, celebrates and elevates life for those who taught the rest of us how to live: our seniors, men and women through whom America was preserved and strengthened. MorningStar at Jordan...
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1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.1
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20 reviews
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Morningstar Arvada is a 10/5! We love everything about the community and mom is very happy. Mom has been at Morningstar Arvada since January and it exceeds our expectations in every way. The care and...
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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Photo of Balfour Louisville Campus
77 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.1
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14 reviews
9.1
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14 reviews
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Facility is good, especially for single person, apartments are different sizes, 3/4 bath, in room washer/dryer, bi weekly room n bed cleaning/change sheets, good sized walk in closet, full kitchen, full...
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.
Often there are no clear lines separately independent living, assisted living, memory care or even skilled nursing, a cornerstone of The Balfour Way is offering a continuum of care. This allows our residents to age in place and maintain relationships with friends and staff through different...
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Cost of nursing homes in Denver County, CO

The average cost of senior living in Denver County is $5,526 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jefferson County, CO with an average of $5,385 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Denver County, CO, vs. nearby counties

Denver County, CO
$5,526/mo

Nursing homes costs in Denver County, CO, vs. state and national averages

Denver County, CO
$5,526/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Denver County, CO, vs. other senior living options

$6,853/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,526/mo

Nursing homes costs in Denver County, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,305/mo
Private
$5,816/mo

Senior living costs in Denver County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Denver County, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDenver County, COColoradoU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,526/mo$5,519/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$6,083/mo$6,474/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,853/mo$7,448/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,808/mo$3,831/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Denver County, CO:$5,526/mo
Colorado:$5,519/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Denver County, CO:$6,083/mo
Colorado:$6,474/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Denver County, CO:$6,853/mo
Colorado:$7,448/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Denver County, CO:$3,808/mo
Colorado:$3,831/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Denver County, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Denver County 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Denver County, CO

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Denver County 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
Denver County, CO$6,069/mo$6,050/mo+0.3%
Colorado$6,526/mo$6,058/mo+7.7%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Denver County, CO
2024 average cost:$6,069/mo
2023 average cost:$6,050/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$6,526/mo
2023 average cost:$6,058/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Denver County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Denver County

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.

Highline Place in Littleton, CO

4.6
We chose Highline Place and seemed very caring and qualified to care for my father-in-law after a difficult experience with another facility. Very kind and compassionate staff!

Springbrooke Senior Living in Denver, CO

4.8
My husband with dementia spent his last month of life at this facility. My husband had private care as well as the facilities staff. There weren't enough staff to service these people. The staff were wonderful and accommodating.

Denver County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Denver County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Denver County, 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 Denver County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Denver County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Denver County, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.7%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
79.1%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.9%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.3%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.7%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.2%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Denver County nursing homes

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 Denver County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Denver County, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.8%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Denver County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Denver County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Denver County, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Denver County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Denver County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Denver County, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
44.3%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Denver County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Denver County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Denver County, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.9%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.1%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.5%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.4%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.2%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
55.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
43%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.5%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ciel of Lowry, Brookdale Parkplace and Brookdale Pinehurst Park are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Denver County, Colorado. See full list of communities.
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