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Beautiful Colorado Springs, with its stunning scenery and temperate weather, has more and more seniors moving there and falling in love with it every day. There’s always something to do or somewhere beautiful to enjoy. Our 25 partnering assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs give you or your loved one a perfect place to thrive. If you’re in need of an extra hand with daily activities, compassionate help with dressing or medications, and a lively social community, you’ll find all this and more at Colorado Springs’ assisted living communities.

In this guide, we explore our assisted living partners within a 10-mile radius of downtown Colorado Springs. We walk you through what to expect within a community, based on our proprietary data and what real residents are reporting, as well as costs and how to pay. We also share local and state-specific regulations for assisted living communities, important senior resources in Colorado Springs, and local senior-specific attractions.

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This has been a very positive experience for the family. The staff communication with the family has been very easy, and they are responsive to our questions and following up. Some of the care includes: medication management, bathing and dressing assistance as some care offered by the community.

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I have a few specific complaints: Food is pretty terrible. His room and bathroom are never clean when I visit. They keep losing his stuff. But otherwise my family member is well taken care of. It's a good place overall.

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bingo, movie nights, seem to like it. Right now they have a special where the price is locked no matter what is needed and we got that promotion. I have refereed two of my clients that needed some help with their parents. Feels homey!

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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.
Colorado Springs Senior Homes is located in the picturesque town of Colorado Springs, CO. Colorado Springs is situated at the base of Pike's Peak at the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains. It's a beautiful modern city, with outdoor fun like parks and bike trails, as well as many local...
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This has been a very positive experience for the family. The staff communication with the family has been very easy, and they are responsive to our questions and following up. Some of the care includes:...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Time to Enjoy the Good LifeImagine waking up in a place that gives you the freedom to redefine what it means to be independent. When you move into our assisted living and memory care community, you have every opportunity to do just that. Because we handle all the household chores like cooking,...
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The Best Place Ever.... Very Loving , caring and home like setting.... Food is amazing!
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.
A Robins Nest is a small cozy 8 bed state licensed home. Located across from Quail Lake. In Colorado Springs Co. Our staff have been with us for years & happily meet all our residents needs in a timely manner. We usually start our day with 4-5 staff to get up 8 residents. We have a house pet Jack...
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Due to surgery, we have not been able to participate in the activities. We would recommend the Bonaventure of Colorado Springs community to other families as long as they have sufficient funds.
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community? Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we call Retirement Perfected™Bonaventure provides the highest level of service and value you'll find anywhere. Our...
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Things are going well at Life Quality Homes. So far, I do not have any complaints about the staff or the home. So far, things are good and we are having a good experience at this facility.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Constant Care has been serving the elderly citizens of Colorado Springs for 10 years.Constant Care Loma Linda is in beautiful Colorado Springs, CO. We at Constant Care are proud of our beautiful view to the west (the foothills of the Rocky Mountains), and our family type care facility. Our...
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It's one building with four different sections. The residents are grouped together as far as their care is concerned, and you can go from step 1 all the way to the end with Alzheimers. It's gated so they are...
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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The staff and administration truly care for the residents and want them to live a full and meaningful life. I appreciate the care and attention you provide for my loved one.
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.
Appletree Assisted Living is a small-sized assisted living community with a big heart, located conveniently near Colorado Springs, CO. With stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and a pleasant climate, Colorado Springs consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the US. With over 300...
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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.
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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.
Alterra Clare Bridge provides a comfortable, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment. Unique building...
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This is a nice community. My mom is happy with the care that she is receiving from the great staff. The activities are great for her to stay active. She likes the crafts that are available. The food is good...
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.
Life Quality Home #1 Oakridge is located in the beautiful Colorado Springs, in Colorado. This assisted living and senior care facility is for those senior citizens who are not ready for independent living and need care and companionship. It provides residential senior living to the elderly and...
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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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My Aunt lived at the Medalion until she passed away in March. We had In Home Hospice for her and I could not believe how compassionate the staff was at the Medalion, as we were going through those last hours...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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, 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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Two months ago I moved mom into The Healthcare Resort's long-term care section (at the urging of my husband) and have only good things to say about them. It's a 2-year old building, very handicapped...
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, 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.
Nestled in historic Colorado Springs, Colorado, Life Quality Home #2 Cheyenne is the ideal retirement setting for your elderly senior. It's never an easy decision to place your loved one in a retirement center but sometimes we have to acknowledge that they'll get better care in an assisted living...
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I appreciate the care my brother is receiving from a well-trained and well-supervised staff. His doctor told me he has never seen my brother in such good physical condition. Director [removed] Larson is well...
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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.
Residence at Skyway Park Residence at Skyway Park is a well-appointed assisted living community in the scenic city of Colorado Springs, CO. Our modern, landscaped community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood near Bear Creek Regional Park, providing stunning views of the surrounding...
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.
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My mother has resided here for over a year and we couldn't be happier. She tried a large assisted living facility but the care there was very inconsistent and we were very worried about her well-being. No...
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.
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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.

Costs of assisted living in the Colorado Springs area

In Colorado Springs, an assisted living apartment in 2022 averaged $4,683 for a one bedroom, and $5,670 for a two bedroom.

Starting baseline costs typically include services and amenities like the following:

  • Gourmet, restaurant-style dining
  • Private living accommodations
  • Housekeeping
  • Linen and laundry services
  • Social, intellectual, and spiritual connection opportunities
  • 24/7 emergency call systems
  • Fitness and physical therapy gyms
  • Robust programming and activity calendars

The following are services that may incur additional costs, which may or may not be rolled into your monthly fees:

  • Care level. This cost fluctuates depending on whether seniors only need reminders or need caregivers help to dress, bathe, or administer medication. For reference, these costs ranged from $451 for low care needs up to $1,900 for high care needs.
  • Pet rent. This fee includes care and varies depending on how many pets a resident has and how big they are. For reference, Colorado Springs has a median of $750 per month for pet rent among our partners. Remember that this number also includes caring for the pet, like walking, feeding, and cleaning up after.
  • Additional occupant fees. In our partner assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs, this fee currently averages at $875 for a second person, which is less than the state average of $995. Remember this additional fee grants the additional occupant access to all of the baseline amenities and services listed above.

Below you’ll find a chart that will give you a sense of the baseline costs without additional fees of assisted living in the broader Colorado Springs area.

Average cost comparisons near Colorado Springs, CO

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Colorado Springs, CO

$4,929

How people pay for assisted living in Colorado Springs

Families can pay for assisted living in a number of sustainable ways. Most use a combination of public and private sources to fund their time in assisted living. As a general rule, families that begin planning early have more options overall. To help you explore some of these options, you can view our complete guide to paying for long-term care.

Below, you’ll find information on typical private and public payment methods. We also provide resources that may help low-income and disabled seniors in Colorado Springs access eligible benefits, like Medicaid, Medicare, and veterans benefits. You’ll learn how to start navigating your resources to pay for home health care or a move to an assisted living facility.

Private pay methods in Colorado Springs

In Colorado Springs, seniors typically use their personal resources to pay for their ideal assisted living community. The more resources a family has, the more assisted living options they’ll have available. Additional income sources may include investment returns, pensions, or any of the following:

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VA benefits for assisted living in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs has been named among the best places for veterans to live in recent years. The area has a strong local Army and Air Force presence between Fort Carson and the U.S. Air Force Academy. Support for veterans abounds here, making Colorado Springs an ideal place to settle into assisted living.

Colorado Springs has several veterans’ membership programs in local communities that offer valuable resources and wonderful events for seniors. You’ll also find local resource centers and veterans service officers available to help you secure federal veterans benefits. If you’re a veteran or a veteran’s spouse, read on to learn about local resources and VA benefits that can help during your stay in assisted living.

Veterans benefits

Veterans or spouses of deceased veterans in Colorado Springs can use benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (or the VA) to cover the costs of assisted living. If a veteran is disabled and enrolled in VA health care, they may apply for additional benefits on top of their pension, such as the Aid and Attendance benefit. This benefit is generous and can be used for anything improving quality of life, such as living in an assisted living community or in-home health care.

Enrollment for veterans benefits can be tricky to navigate. We recommend speaking to a knowledgeable veterans advisor before applying in order to more successfully receive your rightful benefits as a veteran or surviving spouse.

Resources for Colorado Springs veterans

In Colorado Springs, and more generally in El Paso County, the Pikes Peak library system offers a wealth of veterans information through its veterans resource section. These resources cover everything from local veterans gatherings to how to receive benefits to additional support for veterans’ basic needs.

For more support, local veteran service centers, such as the local American Legion Posts or Colorado Veterans Project, can help a senior get enrolled in a VA benefits program. You can also find a detailed outline of veterans benefits through the Pikes Peak Agency on Aging (PPACG). Local services available as a Colorado Springs veteran may include the following:

  • Educational resources
  • Benefit advising
  • Legal partners for claim help
  • Financial assistance and food security

Additional ways you can access veterans advocacy:

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Resources for Colorado Springs veterans

Colorado Springs veterans resources
Colorado Springs Disabled American Veterans chapter
Colorado Springs American Legion posts
Colorado Springs VFW posts

VFW Post 4051 – The Pikes Peak Post
430 E. Pikes Peak Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: 719-632-9874

VFW Post 101 – Marion L Willis Post
702 South Tejon St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: 719-632-2776
Hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 3 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

VFW Post 3917 – Cheyenne Mountain Post
4715 Clearview Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
Phone: 719-392-8677
Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Colorado Springs Medicaid for assisted living

Colorado Springs seniors receive benefits through Colorado Community Health Alliance (also known as CCHA), the local branch of Colorado’s greater Medicaid program called Health First Colorado. While CCHA doesn’t provide benefits toward paying for assisted living, they do offer assistance with certain prescription drugs and durable medical equipment, such as the following:

  • Crutches
  • Oxygen
  • Wheelchairs
  • Gait trainers

CCHA also offers a helpful list of health information for seniors on their website that you can explore for answers to all kinds of general health questions. For more general questions about adult Medicaid programs, check out the Pike’s Peak Area Agency on Aging (PPACG). They released a helpful 2022 Medicaid book detailing all state-specific Medicaid and veteran programs. They also released a 2022 Yellow Book — a senior information and assistance directory.

Home and Community Based Services

Additional medical and nonmedical assisted living services can be covered through Home and Community-Based Services (also known as HCBS) waivers. This is Health First Colorado’s Medicaid waiver program that can be used in assisted living facilities contracted with a resident’s managed care provider or in the senior’s home. This HCBS waiver enables individuals to live and get care in the home or community of their choice rather than in an institutional setting.

HCBS waiver programs can help cover costs for the following types of assisted living services in Colorado:

  • Personal care
  • Nursing services
  • Medical supplies
  • Personal aids, such as eyeglasses, orthotic devices, hearing aids, and orthopedic shoes
  • Respite care
  • Physical, speech, and occupational therapies

Health First Colorado also offers an Elderly, Blind, and Disabled (EBD) waiver for seniors and people with disabilities that may help pay for care in assisted Living. Health First Colorado also has specific HCBS waivers for adults with the following health complications:

  • Brain injuries
  • Mental health needs
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Developmental disabilities

Be sure to speak with a Health First Colorado representative to help determine eligibility and choose an HCBS waiver. An ombudsman through the PPACG can help with any issues you may encounter as you try to access Medicaid benefits and other long-term care service complications. Get started by exploring the resources on Health First Colorado benefits and waivers below.

Colorado Springs resident Medicaid resources

Health services and resources for Coloradans

Health First Colorado
1570 Grant St.
Denver, CO 80203
Phone: 800-221-3943
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Medicare assisted living coverage in Colorado Springs

Medicare will not cover room and board fees in an assisted living community, but it does cover many medical costs that occur in long-term care costs might include medical equipment, hospital stays, and some prescription medications.

If you’d like to know what Medicare specifically will cover in Colorado Springs, dial 2-1-1 or visit the federal Medicare website. You can also find help at your local Social Security Administration office and through an ombudsman with the Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging. Ombudsmen act as advocates to ensure you get the Medicare services you need. Additionally, the following programs can also assist seniors with health care benefits:

Colorado Springs resident Medicare resources

Local assistance programs for Colorado Springs residents

Colorado regional SHIP location

Phone: 888-696-7213

Ombudsman program website

Agency on Aging Ombudsman: 719-471-2096

Understand Colorado laws and regulations for assisted living facilities

In Colorado, assisted living facilities must meet the needs of their residents and must not admit seniors whose needs cannot be met by the staffing’s expertise. Because of this, assisted living facilities must conduct a pre-admission assessment of potential, would-be residents. This assessment seeks to understand a person’s capacity for self-care, overall health information, and their physical, social, and mental needs.

The community itself must be able to provide the following services to residents:

  • A physically safe and sanitary environment
  • Protective oversight
  • Room and board
  • Social care and resident engagement
  • Personal care services
  • A system for addressing resident concerns
  • Nursing services, as long as care needs don’t exceed regular 24-hour medical care[03]

Additionally, in the state of Colorado, assisted living residences cannot provide a fully equipped kitchen inside the residents’ units. Instead, lodgings often come equipped with miniature versions comparable to what one might find in a hotel room — kitchenettes with mini-fridges and microwaves.[01]

Regulating bodies in Colorado Springs

Assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs are licensed by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). The Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division oversees adult care and assisted living facilities and is responsible for performing quality and safety inspections. To review any licensed facility, you can view all inspection reports for the past five years on their website.

For a deeper understanding of Colorado regulations and how they impact your loved one’s stay in assisted living, you can also review the following information:

Medicaid and Medicare certification for assisted living facilities

Some assisted living communities may be eligible for Medicaid and Medicare certification. This allows facilities to bill Medicaid or Medicare for some health care services provided to residents. It also means the assisted living facility has to adhere to strict health care guidelines and participate with regular inspections by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Colorado Department of Health contact information

4300 Cherry Creek Drive
South Denver, CO 80246
Phone: 303-692-2836
Email: cdphe.healthfacilities@state.co.us

COVID-19 regulations for Colorado Springs assisted living facilities

Assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs are required to adhere to guidelines to keep residents safe from COVID-19, as the coronavirus poses a risk to seniors. In keeping with updated federal guidelines, visitors are allowed, but the following guidelines are still in place for Colorado Springs assisted living facilities:

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Vaccinations. COVID-19 vaccines must be made available to residents, and vaccination is encouraged for all residents and staff.

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Facility cleanliness. Surfaces must be disinfected frequently to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection.

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Masking. Assisted living staff must be masked at all times in the facility and in public. Residents must wear a mask.

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Staff safety. Staff must use approved personal protective equipment when necessary.

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Gender split: 63% female

What to expect from assisted living in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs has an undeniably lively senior community, and among all the senior living options available here, assisted living is the biggest care type in our partner network. We know that every year, more seniors are moving down from the mountains or up from around the country to be in the Springs. But what is it about the assisted living options here that make them special? Explore the common features of assisted senior living in Colorado Springs below.

Resort-style amenities and services

In many ways, the assisted living options in Colorado Springs resemble an all-inclusive resort. Residents can truly embrace the sense of a permanent vacation with the relaxation and renewal opportunities in Colorado Springs’ assisted living communities. Everything you need is within arm’s reach, like these luxurious amenities and services:

  • On-site bistros and chef-cooked meals
  • On-location banks and clinics
  • Movie theater rooms
  • Concierge services
  • Therapeutic swimming and exercise pools
  • Putting greens

Most essential errands are on-site, so you don’t have to leave the community to get what you need. Practical details are thought out in advance, with baseline amenities and services, such as the following:

  • Guest suites for visiting family
  • Fitness centers
  • Community spaces, such as game rooms or gardens
  • Security features, such as emergency call systems
  • Accessible ramps, handrails, stair lifts, and wide doorways

On-site activities

While there are plenty of outdoor attractions to fill your time in El Paso County, there’s never a dull moment inside the assisted living communities of Colorado Springs.

Creative souls can enjoy an afternoon of dancing to nostalgic hits or a dreamy waltz around the room. Those musically inclined can serenade the community on one of the pianos that several facilities offer — many residents love an afternoon of hymns or popular favorites from years gone by. Crafty types might enjoy some of these hands-on activities scheduled throughout the week:

  • Card-making
  • Painting
  • Flower arranging
  • Working with fiber arts

Social connection is a big part of the good life in assisted living, and partner communities offer many opportunities for connection. Most feature happy hours, social mixers, and holiday celebrations. Several even host moderated Ted Talk debates, for seniors who love to exchange ideas. Bible studies and Communion are often available for seniors wanting to connect over spiritual values. Or, for a carefree afternoon, enjoy a game day with your neighbors with options like the following:

  • Corn hole
  • Yahtzee
  • Bingo
  • Puzzles
  • Chess
  • Poker
  • Pool

Personalized, relationship-based care

Reviewers of assisted living communities in Colorado Springs praise the warm and respectful experiences they have here — to quote one reviewer, “I hate to call them ‘staff’ as they treat [my loved one] like family.” There’s an overarching feeling that the staff really do care for residents in these assisted living communities.

Offering personalized care also means communicating without language barriers. While the overwhelming majority of facilities in Colorado Springs speak English, there’s also a wealth of other languages represented in some facilities. For example, languages spoken in some of our partner assisted living communities in Colorado Springs include the following:

  • Spanish
  • American Sign Language
  • Japanese
  • Filipino
  • Dutch
  • French
  • German
  • Hungarian
  • Italian
  • Polish
  • Vietnamese

From personalized experiences to thoughtful details, it’s the relational, person-centered care available at our partner assisted living communities that makes all the difference.

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Unfamiliar with Colorado Springs? Highlights for seniors

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Elevation in feet of Colorado Springs at its highest point

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Percentage of seniors 65 and older living in Colorado Springs

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Percentage of assisted living facilities also offering memory care

Health care for seniors in Colorado Springs

Longtime Coloradans will be familiar with the altitude differences between the small mountain towns and Colorado Springs. Some seniors living further up in the mountains experience breathing issues, which brings them down to Colorado Springs as their health requires a lower elevation. Colorado Springs still has a relatively high elevation compared to the rest of the country, averaging around 6,000 feet above sea level. If you’re moving from out of state, you may find it beneficial to get heart and lung testing before settling at Colorado Springs’ altitude.[01]

The fantastic hospitals in Colorado Springs are one of the major draws in the city, whether you’re moving as a senior or a young health care professional. The quality of the hospital systems in the Springs attracts talent from around the country. Two hospital systems in particular stand out above the rest for excellent care and specializations in senior health.

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UCHealth Memorial Hospital

Ranked No. 1 in Colorado Springs, UCHealth Memorial is also high performing in 11 adult conditions and procedures. According to U.S. News and World Report, UCHealth provides excellent care in lung and cardiac issues among patients.

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Penrose-St. Francis Health Services from Centura Health

Penrose-St. Francis is another highly regarded hospital in the Colorado Springs metro area. Ranked highly in six adult procedures and conditions, Penrose-St. Francis specializes in cardiac conditions, orthopedics, neurology, and nephrology.

Transportation for seniors in Colorado Springs

In Colorado Springs, about 60% of our partnering assisted living communities offer complimentary transportation and 40% offer transportation at cost.

Most people use cars to get their errands done throughout the city. While some errands will still require a caregiving companion, Colorado Springs has plentiful ADA-compliant options to help seniors in assisted living navigate the city. For visiting family and friends without cars of their own, there are several ways of getting around the city.[01]

  • Envida serves seniors and people with disabilities throughout the Colorado Springs metro area. View their service map on the linked Envida website, or call 719-633-4677 for specific route and service information.
  • Mountain Metropolitan ADA Paratransit serves riders with disabilities. Residents with disabilities who cannot safely use the metropolitan bus services can use Mountain Metro’s ADA paratransit service to ensure safe transportation.
  • FindHelp offers a wealth of resources for contacts in everything from transit to food to care. With more than 30 transportation providers serving seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities, you’re sure to find options on their Colorado Springs transportation page.

Active seniors will find Colorado Springs only moderately walkable, according to Walkscore.com’s transit scores listed below, which range from zero to 100.[05]

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Walk Score

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Transit Score

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Bike Score

Senior activities in Colorado Springs

From incredible scenery to joy-filled senior communities, Colorado Springs offers the best of city amenities with mountainous beauty. Explore activities for Colorado Springs seniors below.

Enjoying the outdoors

Colorado Springs sits in the shadow of Pikes Peak, and assisted living communities often organize off-site trips up the peak. This makes for a stunning drive with community neighbors or visiting friends. If you’d prefer to travel by train, the Cog railway takes you all the way to the top of the peak to enjoy the multi-state view.

For a train tour slightly further out, you might consider a trip on the Royal Gorge Route Railroad. This nationally celebrated route offers incredible panoramic views, while passengers enjoy luxurious dining and a full bar in a vintage mid-century coach. This round-trip tour travels 24 miles through the Royal Gorge Region.

Active seniors can also enjoy a leisurely stroll with loved ones among natural wonders with an afternoon in the Garden of the Gods. Additionally, for those who use a wheelchair, there are plenty of trails with smooth pavement and wide paths. Explore this list of 10 accessible Colorado Springs trails for your family’s next foray into the mountains.

Community fun

Closer to downtown, the Colorado Springs Senior Center holds community health classes, movie nights, counseling services, and other activities. Additionally, the Colorado Springs Over 50 activities website features dozens of events, discounts, and education opportunities for seniors.

Colorado Springs residents also love a good party, and the city holds multiple festivals and parades throughout the year. Perennial favorites include the  Festival of Lights Parade and its 100 illuminated and decorated entries every year. The Labor Day Liftoff is another popular event, with hot air balloons and festivities set against the backdrop of the Colorado Rockies.

ADA-accessible activities

With its rapidly growing population and vibrant senior social scene, Colorado Springs is becoming increasingly more accessible for everyone to enjoy. The following are a few wheelchair-accessible museums that one might visit on a day trip hosted by a local assisted living community:

  • The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum is unquestionably one of the world’s best, most inclusive and accessible museums. Olympic enthusiasts will love learning more about Olympians over the years and their moments of glory.
  • The Money Museum is a favorite among avid coin collectors and a fascinating dive into the history of currency.
  • The Ghost Town Museum is a Colorado gem exploring the history of railroad expansion and the gold rush.

Experiences are often best shared with loved ones. For accessible activities to do with the grandkids, try the following attractions:

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Monument Valley Park, Brookdale Vista Grande and The Retreat at Sunny Vista are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Colorado Springs, CO. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Assisted Living in Colorado Springs is 4929 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. United States Census Bureau. (2023). Population estimates: Colorado Springs city, Colorado (V2022). [Data set]. QuickFacts.

  3. National Center for Assisted Living. (2022). Assisted living state regulatory review (2022 ed.).

  4. U.S News and World Report. (2023). Best Hospitals in Colorado.

  5. WalkScore. (2023). Colorado Springs.

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1.

A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

2.

United States Census Bureau. (2023). Population estimates: Colorado Springs city, Colorado (V2022). [Data set]. QuickFacts.

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National Center for Assisted Living. (2022). Assisted living state regulatory review (2022 ed.).

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U.S News and World Report. (2023). Best Hospitals in Colorado.

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WalkScore. (2023). Colorado Springs.