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Aurora, Colorado, is a welcoming city where your loved one can relax and embrace the natural beauty of the outdoors. The city’s scenic views are breathtaking, with vast open spaces spanning thousands of acres. As the Gateway to the Rockies, Aurora continues to attract retirees and offers a variety of senior housing options. Plus, the city has plenty to do. It’s home to a thriving arts district, historic sites, unique shopping areas, and roughly 100 developed parks.

“Nursing home” has become a bit of an umbrella term used to describe all senior living communities. However, it actually refers to facilities that provide skilled nursing care by licensed nurses. In many cases, when people search for nursing homes, they’re actually looking for assisted living or memory care facilities.

Assisted living facilities cater to seniors who require assistance with daily activities. Memory care facilities, on the other hand, are designed to offer specialized 24-hour care and long-term housing for seniors with memory loss. If your loved one needs one of these types of care, A Place for Mom partners with 35 assisted living and memory care facilities located within a 10-mile radius of downtown Aurora. Some of these communities even have skilled nursing wings or provide nursing care services on-site.

To make the process of selecting an assisted living or memory care facility a bit easier, A Place for Mom has put together this guide. In it, you’ll find details on assisted living and memory care communities in Aurora as well as information on payment options, applicable laws and regulations, transportation methods, health care options, nearby senior activities, and more.

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Nursing Homes
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.
Average starting price $X,XXX/month
Assisted Living
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.
Average starting price $X,XXX/month
Memory Care
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.
Average starting price $X,XXX/month
Independent Living
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.
Average starting price $X,XXX/month
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Residential Care Home
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.
Average starting price $X,XXX/month
Senior Apartments
Senior Apartments
Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Average starting price $X,XXX/month
Home Care
Home Care
Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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3.8 / 5.0

Staff is generally very friendly. There have been issues with the billing staff charging late fees when the payment is on autopay and the people in billing actually made my loved one cry when she talked to them about it. No problems with staff other than that. The move in process was great and [name...

5 / 5.0

We love the staff and living situation for my 2 elderly parents at Golden Orchard, Finding this lovely group home was a Blessing for us. My Dad and Mom are well taken care of in every way. Such a huge difference in how well my parents are doing in this very caring group home environment!. Food is gr...

5 / 5.0

My mother was previously a resident at Village at Belmar and everything was great for her at this facility. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, care service and value for cost were also great. They did a wonderful job caring for my mother. I would recommend Village at Belmar to f...

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I would say that you need to address such things as mobile healthcare, how to get simple pain management like Tylenol to your loved one, check to ensure how such mundane orders like "as needed" is addressed...
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.
Belleview Heights is a warm and welcoming senior community that offers transitional assisted living and memory care for those experiencing memory challenges, Alzheimer’s, or other dementias. Our comprehensive, Person-Centered Care approach is based upon Montessori principles to tend to your loved...
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What our family likes the most about the Garden Plaza of Aurora is the friendliness of the staff members, the overall cleanliness of the community as well as the affordability. Based on the experience we...
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.
We offer a resort style worry free lifestyle. Complete with all day dining, events, concerts, educational programs, 24 hour staff and security, transportation, weekly housekeeping, basic cable, wifi, and phone service with free long distance. Our apartments range from studios up to two...
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Staff is friendly, listens and takes action. Communication is good. Budget overview could be better. Improvements coming etc. The move in was great. Food- my mom likes to complain about... but I think it's a...
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.
Whether you're looking for independent or assisted living, DAYTON PLACE is one of Denver's finest retirement communities. We offer a gracious lifestyle, with a wide range of services and programs designed to enhance the health, comfort, and security of our residents. Since 1987, DAYTON PLACE has...
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They are very responsive to fixing issues with her apartment. She's been afraid to venture out in one of the shopping excursions because she is afraid of not getting back home. I'm sure others fear this as...
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.
"Committed to helping you live a vibrant, carefree lifestyle." At Cherry Creek, we are dedicated to providing our residents with five-star service, elegant amenities and the freedom to maintain an active lifestyle. Our caring professional staff is here to lavish you with attention while...
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The St. Andrew's Village community is already working on improving the restoration of apartments before someone moves in. This might have been bad timing for us , however the staff are now pretty nice.
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.
St. Andrew’s Village is a pet-friendly independent living and assisted living community for seniors age 62 and over in the Denver metropolitan area. We offer private one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments along with the security of knowing that our staff is available 24 hours a...
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Staff is great. They all try to learn family and resident names and build relationships with them. Communication with family is great as I have the cell phone for the point people there. The move in process...
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.
Welcome to The Courtyards at Mountain View.55-plus Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care in Denver, COIf you think senior living at The Courtyards is like a nursing home … think again! With independent living, assisted living, and memory care options, our team provides unbeatable...
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My loved one has been here for nearly two years. The moment I moved her in, the weight of the world was lifted off my shoulders. They just do such an amazing job caring for people with memory care issues....
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.
Our community is purposefully built for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related Dementias. Our Wellspring Memory Care program offers a life-affirming, theraputic environment where we emphasize strengths and support wellness. Home to approximately 52 individuals. Each house opens on to...
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I would recommend the facility. The staff and administrators are friendly and approachable. I believe they genuinely care about the tenants. We chose Peakview for its fresh, new appearance, the outstanding...
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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I have only positive feelings about Brookdale Lowry. The staff, and people who are living here, have made my new home very pleasant and welcoming.
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.
Savor a Rich and Full LifeIf you’re looking for an assisted living and memory care community in Denver, Colorado, look no further. Nestled in the Lowry Air Force Base area, our community is convenient to the grocery stores, banks, the public library and VA hospital. But even though we’re in a...
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We chose Montage Hills over others we looked at mainly due to the location and affordable pricing. Overall the staff have all been very responsive. Limited dining experience.
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.
The Life You’ve Always WantedWhat does it mean to pursue a life of purpose and meaning? When you are a resident here at our assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Denver, Colorado, you have ample opportunity to find out. Our seniors enjoy a host of...
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What sticks out the most about Harvard Square is the overall friendliness and I truly believe they care. Their people know everyone and try to help with all things. We looked at a high end, a middle end,...
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.
Live at Harvard Square Retirement Community in Southeast Denver, and you will experience service beyond the expected. Way beyond in fact. Our friendly, experienced staff really goes the extra mile (or two, or twenty) whenever needed. You'll find examples of this in every area. So not only do we...
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I'm glad I decided to make the move. It's great to have people my age to talk to, eat with & go to activities with. I chose Springbrooke because the entry fee was reasonable, it's smaller which makes it...
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.
Live on your terms at Denver's oasis in the city! Springbrooke Senior Living has more than a decade of experience helping those 62 or better thrive in a supportive, safe, stimulating and oh-so-comfortable environment. Conveniently located in Central Denver, Springbrooke brings you high quality...
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When it comes to the activities - we are awaiting new Memory Support Director, hoping to see more activities and more varied activities. For the value for cost, expensive, care varies depending on staffing...
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.
The Balfour at Stapleton community incorporates all we have learned from our nearly 20 years of developing and operating senior housing in Colorado. Offering assisted living and memory care accommodations, found in all Balfour’s retirement communities in Denver, CO, paired with our signature...
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We cannot comment on the meals because we have not seen the prepared meals yet. What we like most about the community is the services versus the costs. We would recommend Chelsea Place Memory Care to other...
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.
Chelsea Place is a purpose built memory care community for seniors in the Denver area. Located in Aurora, Co, we are part of the Anthem Memory Care family of communities. We specialize in providing high quality care for seniors living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, by offering a...
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So far mom is doing fine at this community, The staff are nice and helpful. She has made friends. The food is ok and she likes to participate in some of the activities. The community is clean and they have...
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.
Enjoy Every Minute of RetirementWe don’t like to brag, but we do think our assisted living community is one of the best in Colorado. But it isn’t just because we have a great location in downtown Denver or a beautiful building with spacious and elegantly-decorated common rooms. The men and women...
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She needs more people of their staff. They have nice activities, but ny cousin is in her 60ies, but there is nobody less than 70 and they are not easy to let anyone new in. They also don't celebrate all the...
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.
Welcome to Lowry Park!We are Lowry’s most affordable retirement community!Whether you are looking for retirement living, or assisted living services, Lowry Park can accommodate your needs!Safe, affordable and conveniently located, Lowry Park is adjacent to 40 acres of parks and recreational...
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I would rate each category with a 5. My mom is so well cared for and loved by the staff at Modena. She is happy, always dressed well and clean. I can't praise Modena enough for all they do for my mom! My...
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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Go to this place first, the care was wonderful. The caregivers were great to my dad, he looked looked cozy and his skin always had color. They put mats down to protect him when he was falling out of bed. ...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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A great place and a very beautiful place I think my husband will be a lot happier since he is there...They have a great staff and care about the people living there...If you are looking for a place for your...
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.
Ashley Manor is residential assisted living and alzheimer’s care at it’s best. We provide the comforts of home, the feeling of family, a meaningful way of life to all of our residents. The difference between us and our competition is that we care about your loved one as if they were our own...
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Both my mother who is almost 98 and my sister who has memory problems are both at Eastern Star. We love the caretakers, the food is good, the facility is lovely and they have many activities and events in...
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.
Eastern Star Masonic Retirement CampusEastern Star Masonic Retirement Campus is a memory care and assisted living community available in Denver, County of Denver, Colorado. This campus is situated on 19 acres of picturesque landscape in beautiful southeast Denver, conveniently located near city...
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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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I have been very pleased with the care that my mother has been receiving at this community, The staff have been absolutely wonderful and really have made sure my mom has felt comfortable and welcomed in her...
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.
Canterbury Gardens provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our community delivers both Independent and...
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We like everything. There is not a thing we don't like about Life Care Center of Stonegate. My mom likes it there. She like the food.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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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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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.
Berkley Manor Care Center is centrally located, convenient for both the Denver and Aurora communities. The center is affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, and is a member of the Colorado Health Care Association and the American Health Care Association. The staff at Berkley Manor is...

Costs of nursing homes in the Aurora area

Skilled nursing facilities often cost much more than “traditional” senior housing options, such as assisted living or memory care. A large part of this is due to the care provided. At a skilled nursing facility, trained medical professionals administer medical care around the clock. Semi-private rooms average $8,669 per month in the Aurora area, and a private room is even more, averaging $10,053 per month.[01]

If you’re looking for an assisted living or memory care facility for your loved one, the cost will be about half as much. According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, our partner assisted living averages $3,966 per month while our partner memory care runs roughly $4,622 per month.[02]

Average cost comparisons near Aurora, CO

Average monthly costs

Aurora, CO

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How people pay for a nursing home in Aurora

To pay for any type of senior care, you’ll probably have to use a variety of sources. Some of the most common include private payment methods, VA benefits, Medicaid, and Medicare. Read on to learn more about each option.

Private pay methods

To cover the monthly costs associated with a senior care facility for your loved one, a combination of personal resources will be needed. Whether it’s assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing, you and your loved one may find yourselves relying on a combination of Social Security benefits, pensions, personal savings, inheritances, distributions from retirement accounts, income generated from investments, and any one of the following:

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Number of veterans who live in Aurora

About 19% of Aurora veterans are over the age of 75

If your loved one is a veteran, a range of VA benefits may be available to help offset the costs of assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing. The VA Pension is the most common because it can be put toward almost anything, including senior care and housing. Wartime veterans who require daily assistance with bathing, grooming, eating, etc. may also be eligible for the Aid & Attendance benefit. Paid in addition to the VA Pension, this benefit covers a number of personal care services.

VA Disability Compensation may be another option for veterans with a service-connected disability or conditions made worse by military service. It can be put toward care-related services and housing. Other disability benefits may also be available.

If you run into questions about eligibility or experience difficulties with the application process, veterans services officers can offer a helping hand. Veterans services organizations (VSOs) such as the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Disabled American Veterans can connect you with an officer to help with the process. There’s also the Arapahoe County Veteran Services Office and the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs.

Resources for Aurora veterans

Government offices

Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs — Lakewood Office

155 Van Gordon St., Suite 201

Lakewood, CO 80228

Phone: 303-914-5832

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Phone: 800-827-1000

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

VSOs and veteran resources

Arapahoe County Veteran Services Office

15400 E. 14th Plaza

Aurora, CO 80011

Phone: 303-738-8045

Email: VeteranServices@arapahoegov.com

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Contact: Lisa Rogers, veterans services officer

Contact: Josh Medina, veterans services officer

American Legion Post 1992

16070 E. Dartmouth Ave.

Aurora, CO 80013

Phone: 303-680-6424

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Friday through Sunday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Disabled American Veterans — Aurora Office

14401 E. Exposition Ave.

Aurora, CO 80012

Phone: 720-261-5859

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3631

18545 E. Colfax Ave.

Aurora, CO 80011

Phone: 303-344-2463

Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Friday through Saturday, 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Medicaid

Health First Colorado, Colorado’s Medicaid program, covers a range of health care services. This includes skilled nursing services provided or supervised by a nurse or other licensed professional. If, for example, someone needed inpatient rehabilitation services after surgery or illness, Health First Colorado would help cover the costs.

With assisted living or memory care, coverage would come through the home and community based services waiver program if a senior is eligible. The Elderly, Blind, and Disabled (EBD) waiver, for example, can help offset the cost of personal care services at an “alternative care facility,” such as a stand-alone assisted living or memory care community. However, the waiver only covers personal care services, not room and board.

Eligible seniors who are not currently enrolled in Health First Colorado can apply at any time through one of the following methods:

If you have questions about eligibility or need assistance in helping your loved one apply for benefits, help is available. The Denver Regional Area Agency on Aging and the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program can help you navigate the Health First Colorado benefits system and ensure that your loved one gets the benefits they need.

Aurora resident Medicaid resources

Medicaid assistance

Health First Colorado

1570 Grant St.

Denver, CO 80203

Phone: 800-221-3943

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Area Agency on Aging

1001 17th St., Suite 700

Denver, CO 80202

Phone: 303-480-6700

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

1575 Sherman St.

Denver, CO 80203

Phone: 303-862-3524

Email: cdhs_ltcombudsman@state.co.us

Medicare

Any senior that is 65 or older and has Social Security Disability benefits is eligible for the federally run health insurance program Medicare and can apply online.

Medicare can cover skilled nursing on a short-term basis. Seniors qualify for skilled nursing coverage if they have days remaining in their benefit period and are enrolled in Part A, they’ve had a qualifying inpatient stay, or if a physician has deemed skilled nursing necessary.

Medicare doesn’t cover custodial care, so room and board at an assisted living or memory care facility isn’t covered. However, Medicare can cover medical services and supplies, such as inpatient hospital stays, physician fees, prescription medications, and medically necessary supplies and equipment.

You and your loved one will want to look into a number of Medicare-related programs for additional help in offsetting health care costs. Some of these programs include:

If you have questions or experience any issues with the Medicare application process, help is available through the Denver Regional Area Agency on Aging or Colorado’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman program.

Aurora resident Medicare resources

Government offices

Aurora Social Security Administration Office

14280 E. Jewell Ave., Suite 250

Aurora, CO 80012

Phone: 800-772-1213

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Area Agency on Aging

1001 17th St., Suite 700

Denver, CO 80202

Phone: 303-480-6700

Medicare assistance and additional information

Colorado State Health Insurance Assistance Program

1560 Broadway, Suite 850

Denver, CO 80202

Phone: 888-696-7213

InnovAge Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly

3551 N. Chambers Road

Aurora, CO 80011

Phone: 720-664-5455

Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

1575 Sherman St.

Denver, CO 80203

Phone: 303-862-3524

Email: cdhs_ltcombudsman@state.co.us

Understand Colorado laws and regulations for nursing homes

Skilled nursing facilities are regulated by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment at the state level and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services at the federal level.

Assisted living communities, memory care facilities, and all other types of senior care homes must be licensed by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment prior to operation. The license will be valid for one year, and then the property will be subject to an inspection to determine whether it will be granted an extension. Extensions can span up to three years.

Past inspection reports are available on the Department of Public Health & Environment website. Just enter a community or facility name into the search bar to bring up details on any previous citations.

The regulations for both assisted living communities and memory care facilities are fairly standard. They cover the following topics:

  • Staffing. Facilities must employ a full-time administrator, a qualified medication administration person, and sufficient staff to meet resident care needs. If offering memory care services, the facility should also employ dementia care staff.
  • Training. All staff must receive proper training to ensure that the facility meets the personal, social, and emotional needs of residents. If offering memory care services, direct care staff must also go through annual dementia-related training.
  • Admissions. A preadmission process must occur to determine the exact needs of residents. In particular, residents requiring memory care must take an assessment to gather any history and patterns of wandering.
  • Staff-to-resident ratio. Assisted living communities must employ sufficient staff to meet residents’ personal care needs. If certified as an alternative care facility (i.e., one with a Medicaid contract), then the community must maintain a 1:10 ratio during the day and 1:16 during the evening. With memory care, the ratio drops to 1:6.

As with any residential community, all senior housing must comply with the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. No one can discriminate against a potential resident or offer less favorable terms and conditions if they’re part of a protected class. Also, reasonable accommodations must be made for seniors with disabilities.

Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment

4300 Cherry Creek S. Drive

Denver, CO 80246

Phone: 303-692-2000

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for Aurora nursing homes

Currently, Aurora has no specific COVID-19 regulations for assisted living communities or memory care facilities. However, a facility may have its own guidelines.

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Vaccinations. Getting vaccinated is encouraged but not required.

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Masking. It’s encouraged but not required to wear a mask in public spaces.

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Facility cleanliness. It’s recommended to regularly clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces and common-use items.

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Social distancing. Residents to practice behaviors that reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Get to know senior living in Aurora

35Number of in-network assisted living facilities in market
3.6/5.0 average in-network rating
60% of communities in Aurora are pet-friendly
63% of communities in Aurora offer memory care
57% of communities in Aurora offer on-site nursing
6% of communities in Aurora offer on-site skilled nursing
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Number of people we have referred to our partner communities in Aurora
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Average age of resident we have referred to partner communities in Aurora
Approximately 61% of Aurora residents are female.

What to expect from nursing homes in Aurora

Senior living communities offer a full range of services, amenities, and activities to ensure that all residents maintain their quality of life. Because each community is unique, it’s important to look at more than just the care services provided. What types of activities does the community offer? Will there be plenty of opportunities to socialize? What sorts of amenities are close by? Since Aurora is home to more than 100 parks, it may be nice to find a community with close access if your loved one enjoys the outdoors.

Continuum of care

A Place for Mom doesn’t partner with nursing homes, but the 35 communities in our partner network offer a continuum of care.

  • 2 stand-alone assisted living facilities
  • 3 assisted living and independent living facilities
  • 4 stand-alone memory care facilities
  • 5 assisted living and memory care facilities
  • 5 combination assisted living, memory care, and independent living
  • 9 memory care and group home facilities
  • 7 group homes

Group homes are small assisted living communities that follow the same rules as traditional facilities but cost less and provide a more personal experience. If none of these options suit you, there are 89 additional facilities within a 25-mile radius of downtown Aurora.

No shortage of activities

Aurora is home to numerous community events, festivals, and cultural celebrations, including the Festival of WreathsFall Into FunArapahoe County FairCarnival on the Plaza, and Aurora Rhythms. The majority of our partner communities have an activity director so that residents will get a chance to enjoy all that Aurora has to offer.

However, seniors don’t need to go on a day trip to stay busy. Many of the communities regularly schedule art classes, live musical performances, trivia games, and other activities. Active seniors may enjoy yoga, chair yoga, or stretching classes. And if someone wants to socialize, there are plenty of opportunities for that, too. Many of the communities hold barbecues, picnics, holiday parties, and happy hours.[02]

Health and well-being

Assisted living and memory care facilities provide residents with more than personal care. The communities in our partner network take the health and well-being of their residents seriously. Don’t be surprised if a community offers what’s known as Dakim BrainFitness, which is a cognitive exercise program to improve memory and keep the brain sharp. Many of our partner communities make occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and podiatry available to residents through visiting practitioners. They also have doctors and nurses on call, although more than half of our partner communities provide on-site nursing and full medication management.[02]

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44,800

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Aurora

16%
Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Aurora population
$54,956

Median annual income for Aurora seniors 65 and older

Health care for seniors in Aurora

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UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital

UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital is an academic hospital that’s ranked nationally in diabetes and endocrinology; ear, nose, and throat; gastroenterology; pulmonology; and rheumatology. It’s considered high performing in five specialties and 17 procedures or conditions.

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The Medical Center of Aurora

The Medical Center of Aurora is known for its care delivery in a number of areas. This acute care hospital has been ranked as high performing in heart failure, kidney failure, stroke, and chronic obtrusive pulmonary disease.

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Kindred Hospital Aurora

Kindred Hospital Aurora is an acute long-term care facility that offers a range of services, such as cardiac care, comprehensive rehabilitation, post-trauma, and stroke care.

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Transportation for seniors in Aurora

Getting around Aurora and the surrounding area is rarely a problem for seniors living in one of our partner communities. Though the city itself isn’t known for its public transportation, options are made available to residents. Sixty percent of assisted living and memory care facilities provide complimentary transportation. Those that don’t will arrange at-cost transportation should your loved one need to get somewhere.[02]

If you’re visiting with family, know that the city is somewhat car-dependent.[07] This isn’t to say the area is void of public transit. The Regional Transportation District (RTD) operates one light-rail line and various bus routes throughout the city and offers discount rates to seniors if they have a Senior Special Discount Card. RTD also operates Access-a-Ride, a curb-to-curb ride-share service for people unable to use fixed-route transit. Because seniors living in an assisted living community or memory care facility shouldn’t ride alone, aides who accompany a passenger will ride for free.

There are additional private nonemergency transportation services available for your medical appointments, such as PrimeCare Colorado and A1 Medical Transport. These services provide assistance for ambulatory individuals as well as those using wheelchairs or stretchers.

Senior activities in Aurora

Our partner communities in Aurora offer seniors various in-house activities, such as gardening, arts and crafts, and cooking classes. Seniors can socialize with their peers and loved ones through these recreational opportunities. However, as the third largest city in the state of Colorado, Aurora always has something to see or do. The city is home to a thriving arts district, historic sites, unique shopping areas, and lots of open spaces. Plus, the Rocky Mountains and the Eastern Plains are just a short drive away.

If anyone is in the mood to enjoy some tunes, Aurora hosts a number of live music and concert series throughout the year. Vintage Theatre features live concerts as well as musicals, plays, and other events. The same can be said for the Aurora Fox Arts Center, which has a cabaret series, holiday concert, and New Year’s Eve celebration. And with the Red Rocks Amphitheatre no more than 45 minutes away, you can always plan your visit around your loved one’s favorite artist. New and old bands regularly play in the open-air theater.

If you and your loved one enjoy the outdoors, make a point of visiting Cherry Creek State Park. The park totals 4,000 acres, so the views alone will be worth the trip — the Rocky Mountains serve as a lovely backdrop. The park also has many amenities and activities, such as fishing, boating, biking, walking, and more. If you’re looking for a park on the smaller side, there’s also the Aurora Reservoir, Jewell Wetlands, and Appaloosa Park.

History buffs may be interested in one of the many historical sites around the area. The Plains Conservation Center has guided tours and replicas of a homestead village and tipi camp. You and your loved one can also visit the Coal Creek Schoolhouse, Centennial House, John Gully Homestead House, and the DeLaney Round Barn.

If you and your loved one would rather stick closer to home, Art in Public Places is always a fun excursion. Exhibits are scattered throughout the city. Looking for a little excitement? There’s always Bally’s Arapahoe Park, where live horse races are held from June through September. Want to knock down some pins? Head over to Bowlero, which sports 40 bowling lanes, a billiards lounge, an arcade, and a sports bar with plenty of delicious food and local craft beer.

Is wildlife more of an interest? Then, a visit to The Wild Animal Sanctuary is definitely in order. These 720 acres of grassland are now home to nearly 300 animals, including African lions, tigers, bears, camels, coyotes, foxes, emus, alpacas, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

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References

  1. Genworth Financial. (2021). Cost of Care Survey.

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

  3. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran Status (S2101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

  4. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and Sex (S0101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

  5. U.S. News & World Report. (2023). UCHealth University of Colorado.

  6. U.S. News & World Report. (2023). Medical Center of Aurora.

  7. Walk Score. (2023). Living in Aurora.

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Genworth Financial. (2021). Cost of Care Survey.

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

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran Status (S2101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and Sex (S0101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

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U.S. News & World Report. (2023). UCHealth University of Colorado.

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U.S. News & World Report. (2023). Medical Center of Aurora.

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Walk Score. (2023). Living in Aurora.