Known for its scenic views of the Rocky Mountains, Castle Rock, CO, is home to roughly 80,000 residents. Just over one-tenth of the town's population are seniors aged 65 and older. The community offers outdoor recreation and access to shops, restaurants and medical facilities.
While AdventHealth Castle Rock Hospital is available to provide general health care and emergency services, seniors who need daily medical support may consider transitioning to a nursing home. Skilled nurses, aides and licensed therapists are present 24/7 to offer assistance with daily tasks, medication management and treatment for chronic conditions. According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, nursing homes in Castle Rock charge an average of $8,669 per month, which is higher than the national average. Seniors with less intensive needs may look at assisted living facilities and home care instead.
This guide offers a closer look at nursing homes in Castle Rock, including cost comparisons, tips for accessing financial aid and a list of local resources committed to serving the long-term care needs of seniors and their families.
"My sister is in Sierra Healthcare Community. They have very nice people and it's a very good place. She likes it. They're very good, patient, nice, understanding, and seem to know what the patients require. They do craft projects, group get-togethers..."
"My mom is a resident of Colorado State Veterans Home at Fitzsimons. I know they're very new, but I'm satisfied. It's a facility full of retired soldiers and their spouses, and women soldiers. And that's why we chose that because she's the widower of ..."
"My husband went to Englewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation. They were very nice. They had more staff. They took care of him. He had a bed sore, which was the first thing they found, and they treated that. They were aware of the catheter. I talked to ..."
"I like Shalom Park very, very much. I feel very comfortable with my husband being there. I feel that he's safe and well cared for. They're checking his meds and his blood sugar quite often. They've got him up for exercise and offer so many different ..."
"Just recently moved my mother-in-law to this facility. The staff is absolutely amazing and they are giving her exceptional care. She really enjoys being at Lcca. She really enjoys their activities department, which has a number of things for residenc..."
"I lived at Parkview Care Center for several months. I liked the food, the people and the staff. I left only because I wanted to be at a higher altitude with a cooler climate. They have a number of activities. They went to Estes Park for picnics, they..."
"Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center is a fine place, and it would certainly be somewhere that I would not hesitate to have someone live. The only thing I would think is that they probably don’t have as much opportunity for interpersonal interact..."
"I chose The Courtyards at Mountain View for my parents. The best thing I like is working with the individual that does all the coordination for new residents. He's a super individual. He has facilitated everything including helping with my contractor..."
"My husband and I moved into an Independent Living apartment about a year ago. We chose an older building, so the apartment was beautifully renovated for us before we moved in. We have a large balcony where we enjoy sitting and tending our planter box..."
"They have fabulous therapists! When I first arrived there, I was a broken mess, barely able to sit up and certainly unable to walk. When I left, I could walk with a walker, dress myself, use a toilet instead of a diaper, and generally about as close ..."
"My father is at Hallmark Nursing Center. The facility is fairly nice and clean. You can tell everything's been kept up. They were cleaning the carpets. They have a nice lobby. It's a big place. They have a couple of common rooms, a library, a sweet s..."
"My dad was in the rehab part of cherry Creek nursing home.
We couldn't of asked for a better place for him, the staff really cared , it was clean, the food was good.
My sisters and I were very happy and we were there every day for 1 1/2 weeks.
Thank..."
"My experience at St. Paul has been good. The people are very friendly. Staff treats me very well and the therapy I've received here is good and they are very helpful in helping me recover and get my life back. ..."
"My mother was a resident and I can not thank the staff enough for their care and treatment. My mother passed away but the treatment the staff gave my family during the time of our loss was phenomenal. My mother was honored and was taken from the fa..."
"I toured Westlake Care Community in person, talked to the manager, and she gave me a tour, real nice and everything. She said she would just call me back, and she never did, it's been three weeks already. It was nice. It was very, very nice and clean..."
"In the past couple years my mother has been to advanced health care of Aurora to separate times to aid in her healing while becoming stronger and independent through their fabulous physical therapy and occupational therapy program. They were absolu..."
"Allison Care Center is a very nice and clean nursing home. They're always remodeling and updating and that's a plus for me. It looks like they have all the amenities that you would want for your parents. Regarding my father's care, they seem to meet ..."
"Clermont Park was lovely, but they seemed to charge for everything. The accommodations were very comfortable; we met a lady and looked in her 1-bedroom, and it was lovely. It’s expense is over $5000, and it’s too much for us.
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"My wife is in The Center at Lincoln for rehab. It's a modern building, it's extremely well done, and they have 36 therapists. They have excellent equipment, the food is definitely not hospital food, and it's just a great place all the way around. The..."
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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
Nursing home care in Castle Rock is around $100 more expensive than the state median and nearly 10% above the national average. While Colorado Springs shares the same care costs as Castle Rock, Pueblo offers lower rates, charging around $670 less per month. In Fort Collins, average costs are 4.7% higher than in Castle Rock. Seniors in Boulder pay the highest nursing care rates in the state. At $12,617 per month, local rates in Boulder are roughly 40% higher than those in Castle Rock.
Castle Rock
$8,669
Colorado
$8,567
United States
$7,908
Colorado Springs
$8,669
Pueblo
$8,000
Fort Collins
$9,079
Boulder
$12,167
Nursing Home Costs in Castle Rock, CO
Seniors in Castle Rock pay an average of $8,669 for semi-private rooms in nursing homes and $10,053 for private accommodations.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Castle Rock, CO
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one's stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those who need long-term care will have to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
Medicaid:Medicaid covers most of the cost of living expenses in a skilled nursing facility for qualifying seniors. Care and room and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras such as specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility requirements are strict and complex, so not all seniors qualify for Medicaid benefits.
Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
Assisted living costs 36% less than nursing homes, but the care and supervision are less comprehensive. At $2,275 per month, adult day health care is the most affordable choice, more suitable for seniors who need support only during the daytime. Seniors can contract in-home care for $6,769 per month if they require assistance with daily tasks and household chores or home health care for $6,864 if they need light medical care; both are less expensive than nursing home care.
In-Home Care
$6,769
Home Health Care
$6,864
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$5,500
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$8,669
Nursing Home Care (private room)
$10,053
Note:Data for Castle Rock was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Denver, was used instead.
Free & Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Castle Rock, CO
Making decisions about long-term care can be intimidating. Fortunately, agencies and organizations in Castle Rock support families on this journey. The following list includes resources individuals can contact for information about nursing homes and senior services, such as benefits assistance and long-term care ombudsman.
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Review of Silver Heights Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Silver Heights Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is very old and you can tell it, but across the street from it, they're building a huge new facility and it's close to being done. My husband's...
Review of Silver Heights Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Ms. Sandy, staff and caregivers, thank you from the bottom of my heart for allowing me the opportunity to live again instead of just existing.
Everyone here treats us like we are their family,...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Brookside Inn
Brookside Inn is a model for what nursing homes and rehab facilities should be like. Such genuine care for their elders and residents. Before the pandemic they had Vaudeville performances every...