Senior care in Denver, CO
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Senior living snapshot
What to know about senior living in Denver
- Communities
124
Listed in Denver
- Avg rating
4.1 / 5
685 family reviews
- Verified
0
Operator-managed listings
- Care types
5
Available locally
Public records and government data for families
Five sources we recommend when researching Denver. All free, all government-published.
Crime + safety data
Verified crime statistics for Denver, sourced from local law enforcement.
FBI Crime Data Explorer
Hospitals + nursing-home quality
Star ratings, inspection reports, and complaint history for nursing facilities in Colorado.
Medicare Care Compare
VA medical centers
Locate the nearest VA medical center, community-based outpatient clinic, or VA-approved provider in Colorado.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Colorado Medicaid + senior services
Eligibility, Home and Community Based Services waivers, and Area Agency on Aging contacts for Colorado.
Eldercare Locator (ACL.gov)
HUD Fair Market Rent
Federally-published rent benchmarks for the Denver area, used to price subsidized senior housing.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Browse by care type in Denver
Pick the level of care first. Pricing, amenities, and the services available all vary by care type.
AL
Top assisted living in Denver
Assisted living provides personal care, meals, and daily support for seniors who need help with everyday tasks but not full medical supervision.
HC
Top home care in Denver
Home care brings personal-care services and companionship into the senior's own home rather than moving them into a community.
SNF
Top nursing homes in Denver
A skilled nursing facility (SNF, often called a nursing home) provides 24-hour licensed medical care and rehabilitation for seniors with serious health conditions.
IL
Top independent living in Denver
Independent living is community housing for active seniors who want amenities, social life, and freedom from home upkeep without daily personal-care services.
SA
Top senior apartments in Denver
Senior apartments are age-restricted rental homes - typically for residents 55+ or 62+ - designed for older adults who live independently.
Cost of living near Denver
The cost of living in Colorado is slightly above the national average overall. One of its most notable differences is its housing costs, nearly 17 points above the national average. The median home cost can be more expensive as well. However, if you spend a lot on utilities, you're in luck. The price for utilities is over 12% below the national average. Another place where Colorado is good is in the grocery department. While it's only .01% less than the national average, its groceries are slightly less overall, and there are many places where you can buy fresh, healthy foods.
- Overall
- 105.6
- Grocery
- 99.9
- Housing
- 116.7
- Utilities
- 87.9
- Transport
- 103
- Misc.
- 107.4
100 = US average. Colorado statewide; Denver-specific data may vary.
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Common questions about senior living in Denver
- How many senior living communities are in Denver, CO?
- Denver, CO has 121 senior living communities across 5 care types including assisted living, home care, nursing homes.
- What care types are available in Denver?
- Local options include assisted living, home care, nursing homes, independent living, senior apartments. Choose the care level first; pricing, amenities, and required services all vary by care type.
- How much does senior living cost in Denver?
- The cost of living in Colorado is slightly above the national average overall. One of its most notable differences is its housing costs, nearly 17 points above the national average. The median home cost can be more expensive as well. However, if you spend a lot on utilities, you're in luck. The price for utilities is over 12% below the national average. Another place where Colorado is good is in the grocery department. While it's only .01% less than the national average, its groceries are slightly less overall, and there are many places where you can buy fresh, healthy foods. Pricing in Denver varies by apartment size and care level; request a written cost breakdown from each community on your shortlist.
- Does Medicare or Medicaid cover senior living in Denver?
- Medicare doesn't cover assisted living, independent living, or senior apartments. It does cover medically necessary short-term skilled nursing care after a qualifying hospital stay. Medicaid programs in Colorado may cover some services for eligible residents; coverage and eligibility vary by program.
- How do I tour senior living communities in Denver?
- Request pricing through SeniorSite and we'll send you availability and tour information from the communities you're considering. Most communities welcome both scheduled tours and drop-in visits during business hours.
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