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7751 ZENOBIA COURT, Westminster, CO 80030
3.4
(5 reviews)
"I think the layout and the upkeep of Life Care Center of Westminster was very good. It was very clean and people seemed to be happy. It was also in a very nice little neighborhood. The staff was very nice and I met three or four people, including the..."
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500 Geneva Street, Aurora, CO 80010
3.4
(5 reviews)
" My husband suffers from dementia and entered Summit two months ago. I visit him daily. I watch him with the staff. I watch the staff with other patients. I see that it is hard work to care for patients who do not understand most directions and ..."
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6000 East Iliff Avenue, Denver, CO 80222
3.3
(8 reviews)
" We moved my step-father to Holly Heights for hospice after being in two other facilities. Never before in the other two facilities was he treated or cared for so well as Holly Heights. While the other places might have looked fancy, the lack of att..."
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401 Malley Drive, Northglenn, CO 80233
3.3
(6 reviews)
"My mom stayed at Avamere for rehab. Everybody was really good and nice. The place was clean and really good. My mom was in a private room. The staff was very caring and everybody knew our names automatically. They took really good care of my mom. The..."
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745 EAST 18TH AVENUE, Denver, CO 80203
3.3
(3 reviews)
"I was VERY happy with the care my brother received before he passed away. The staff from nursing to housekeeping were incredible. I am so happy he was able to spend his final days under Uptown's care and he too felt as I did. ..."
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9153 Yarrow Street, Westminster, CO 80021
3.2
(8 reviews)
"We saw the Covenant Village of Colorado in Westminster. We were very impressed with that. We even put a deposit down because we thought we might go in that direction. The entire place is approximately 40 years old. It's been very well-maintained and ..."
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1600 S Potomac St, Aurora, CO 80012
3.2
(8 reviews)
"Garden Terrace Alzheimer's Center of Excellence at Aurora was an older building, but it's well kept up. They have a pretty big staff and a lot of volunteers that help with it. It's designed to care for the people in a really good way. They have close..."
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1107 Century Drive, Louisville, CO 80027
3.2
(9 reviews)
"This place rocks I was just there for 2 weeks everybody was very nice and caring pt and ot was great and the food was very good I highly recommend ..."
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2501 East 104th Avenue, Thornton, CO 80233
3.2
(19 reviews)
"My mother has moved into The Villas at Sunny Acres. We're very happy with her there. It's been good. They're taking good care of my mom. The people are very friendly. She's in memory care. The staff is very nice. I've never had a problem with them. H..."
READ MORE3835 Harlan Street, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
3.1
(6 reviews)
"Appreciate all the kind words and support I get from Rose on weekends when I visit. Thank you..."
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6121 West 60th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80003
3.1
(9 reviews)
"I can't say enough good things about this facility. I saw firsthand the genuine caring for each resident. The place was clean. The care was prompt and compassionate. The food was great with many choices for individual tastes. The therapy, both occupa..."
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2920 Fenton Street, Wheat Ridge, CO 80214
3.0
(12 reviews)
"Out of all long term facilitates (and we toured many) we decided to put our mother in Wheatridge Manor. Great decision! The food is maybe not so good, but the staff is wonderful. She is happy thriving, and accepting of this part of life. Many, many..."
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4660 East Asbury Circle, Denver, CO 80222
3.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is at Brookshire House Rehabilitation and Care Center. When we call to speak to one of the staff -- and I am not talking about somebody who is helping my mom or the nurse there, but I am talking about the director of social services or the sta..."
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150 SPRING STREET, Morrison, CO 80465
3.0
(10 reviews)
"My late mother was a resident at Bear Creek Care Center for about 2 years. Our family was very impressed with the care, attention, and service provided mom. We were recommended to this care center in the first place, and have since recommended it ..."
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895 SOUTH MONACO PARKWAY, Denver, CO 80224
3.0
(2 reviews)
"We loved Monoco! My father went there for his rehab stay from a stroke and received excellent care. The staff were very knowledgable and friendly. Our family was so happy with the care they provided. I love how welcoming they made my dad feel. ..."
READ MORE329 Exempla Circle, Lafayette, CO 80026
3.0
(3 reviews)
"My husband was at PowerBack Rehabilitation Lafayette. Every time we were there the nurses were good, even when he was rebelling, and they usually came in right away. It's a new building with a nice lobby. However, one staff member -- who was kind of ..."
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3131 South Federal Boulevard, Denver, CO 80236
3.0
(2 reviews)
"My uncle was in Autumn Heights. The facility was pretty bad but the people working there were awesome. He really received good care from the people. He was a grouchy old man and hard to live with. He had people who made his final days pleasant and th..."
READ MORE9398 Crown Crest Boulevard, Parker, CO 80138
3.0
(2 reviews)
"The people at Crown Crest seemed fine, and a lot of them looked like they were living there. They knew their way around, and they could get their fresh water. They get to the TV room, and they were doing everything. It was clean, sunny, and bright, b..."
READ MORE12285 Pecos Street, Westminster, CO 80234
2.9
(21 reviews)
"My dad is at The Center At Northridge, and everyone's been real nice at helping him. He really likes it there. I think he would have liked to stay there if he could, but obviously he can't because he's just there for rehab. I met a lot of the staff, ..."
READ MORE6005 S. Holly Street, Littleton, CO 80121
2.9
(14 reviews)
"The facility is top shelf. From the doctors & nurses to the therapists the people are very caring and qualified. Very personable...."
READ MOREThe cost of a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $547 more than the state’s average. It’s $1,308 higher than the national average.
Compared to other cities throughout the state, Greeley is the most expensive. It’s average is $213 higher than Lakewood. Fort Collins is $93 less per month than Lakewood. Colorado Springs is $775 less than Lakewood. The least expensive city is Grand Junction. Residents pay $1,125 less per month than residents in Lakewood.
Lakewood
$9,064
Colorado
$8,517
The United States
$7,756
Greeley
$9,277
Fort Collins
$8,971
Colorado Springs
$8,289
Grand Junction
$7,939
In Lakewood, a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $9,064 per month, and a private room costs $10,139 per month.
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.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
The cost of care can be a deciding factor when exploring long-term care options. In Lakewood, seniors can expect to pay $5,720 per month for in-home care, including health aide services. These services cost about $3,794 less than a semiprivate room. Adult day health care is $7,439 less than nursing home care. A semiprivate room costs about 86% more than the average cost of care in an assisted living facility. Additionally, a private room costs $1,075 more than a semiprivate room, which is $10,139 per month.
Home Care
$5,720
Home health aide
$5,720
Adult day health care
$1,625
Assisted Living
$4,850
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$9,064
Nursing home (private room)
$10,139
Seniors and their caregivers can find a short list of resources that can help them learn about their long-term care options in Lakewood. The Denver Regional Council of Governments can assist seniors with information and referral, such as finding local nursing homes. Residents of nursing homes may benefit from contacting a long-term care ombudsman or a Medicare counselor to ensure they are getting the most out of their long-term care providers and insurance.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) | (303) 480-6700 | Operating as the region’s Area Agency on Aging, DRCOG serves eight counties surrounding Denver, including Jefferson County. Seniors who need assistance assessing their current needs or planning for the future can find guidance from a case manager. Through the agency’s comprehensive network of local services, case managers can provide information and referrals for personal care providers and programs that can improve the level of independence in homebound seniors. |
| In-Home Services for Older Adults | (720) 248-4701 | Provided by Jewish Family Services (JFS), this program serves seniors in several counties, including Jefferson County. The program gives homebound seniors help with chores, such as housekeeping and meal preparation. A JFS care manager performs in-home evaluations to ensure that the program meets seniors’ needs, in addition to follow-up evaluations every six months. The program also offers hot or frozen, home-delivered meals five days a week. |
| Colorado State Long-Term Ombudsman Program | (303) 455-1000 | Certified by the state, ombudsmen investigate issues regarding the well-being of residents of long-term care facilities, including nursing homes. Seniors and their loved ones can reach out to an ombudsman with complaints of medication mismanagement, financial abuse or a lack of healthy meal options that meet the individuals’ dietary needs. A local ombudsman can be contacted through long-term care facilities or the DRCOG. |
| Colorado State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) | (888) 696-7213 | The Colorado SHIP offers free and unbiased health insurance counseling for Medicare beneficiaries. Counselors can fully explain coverage options and compare policies to help seniors find the best long-term care plans that fit their needs. Qualifying seniors can also apply for supplemental insurance plans to cover Medicare copays and deductibles, as well as financial assistance programs for prescription medications and medical supplies. |
Nursing Homes
Jamie
1.0
Review of Bethany Healthplex
They are more than half the time understaffed. I'd call to check on my mother and the staff working on her wing didn't even know who she was.
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Irene
5.0
Review of Westlake Care Community
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...
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ew.
1.0
Review of Mapleton Care Center
Rooms are not fully cleaned. Showers happen once a week and no assistance with hair or feet. Food is horrible. Temp hires - no one stays so there is no consistent care. Meds given are not always...
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