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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Greeley, CO for 2024

Greeley, a large city of nearly 110,000 residents in north-central Colorado, is known for its impressive public art displays, dining and shopping amenities, and cultural events throughout the year. It offers access to amenities such as world-class medical facilities and easy-to-use public transportation, and its low cost of living makes it financially feasible for many retirees. While its senior community is relatively small, accounting for just over 12% of the population, it has a range of benefits for its older residents, earning it a place on the AARP Age-Friendly Network.

Seniors who need help with daily living activities may be good candidates for assisted living. These residential communities don’t provide the same level of specialized medical care as nursing homes, but they’re ideal for those who are largely independent, yet unable to comfortably live alone. The Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey shows that Greeley facilities charge $4,400 per month for care, which is a little lower than the national norm.

This guide shows how assisted living compares in cost to other long-term care options in Greeley, and it highlights top options for paying for monthly care. It also lists some resources for seniors in the region.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Greeley

The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment regulates assisted living facilities in Greeley and the rest of the state. This department sets standards for the scope of care facilities provide, and it fields and investigates complaints regarding unsafe or unsanitary conditions and substandard care.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Greeley

  • The American Lung Association gives Weld County, where Greeley is located, a passing score for annual particle pollution but the lowest grades for short-term particle and ozone pollution. This may be a concern for seniors with conditions such as COPD and heart disease, but to help them stay active, assisted living facilities plan indoor activities throughout the year.
  • Greeley-Evans Transit provides public transportation in Greeley and surrounding cities. It operates several fixed routes, along with a door-to-door paratransit service, reducing seniors’ reliance on private vehicles.
  • Greeley is a member of the AARP Age-Friendly Network, indicating that its officials have made strides toward making the city a safe and comfortable community for people of all ages. Across the surveyed metrics, Greeley received its strongest scores in Transportation, Housing and Neighborhood.
  • Health care options are limited in Greeley, with the city having half the number of doctors per capita compared to the typical U.S. city, but health-related costs are about 4% lower than the national average. There are two hospitals within the city proper, including North Colorado Medical Center and UCHealth Greeley Hospital, providing seniors with access to primary, specialty and emergency care.
  • Winters in Greeley tend to be harsh, with low temperatures near 15 degrees and about 40 inches of annual snowfall, but the weather is generally comfortable throughout the rest of the year. The city gets 244 sunny days and 15 inches of rainfall annually, compared to 205 sunny days and 38 inches of rain nationally. Assisted living residents have a range of indoor and outdoor recreational activities to choose from throughout the year, letting them spend as much or as little time outdoors as they prefer.
  • While the cost of living in Greeley is a bit higher than in the United States as a whole, the city is an affordable place to live compared to the rest of Colorado. Most living expenses, including health care services, groceries and transportation, are more affordable here than in other U.S. cities. Housing costs are high, but seniors can avoid related expenses by opting for assisted living.   

Paying for Assisted Living in Greeley

In Greeley, assisted living facilities charge $4,400 monthly. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living rates in Greeley are competitive compared to the rest of the state at $4,400, which is $100 below the national norm and $350 lower than the statewide average. In Fort Collins, monthly rates are $400 lower at $4,000, but other surveyed cities have higher care costs. Fees in Colorado Springs are a couple of hundred dollars higher than in Greeley at $4,663. In Denver, rates are over $1,000 higher at $5,500, and in Boulder, fees greatly exceed Greeley’s average at $6,275.

Greeley

$4,400

Colorado

$4,750

The United States

$4,500

Fort Collins

$4,000

Boulder

$4,400

Denver

$5,500

Colorado Springs

$4,663

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living facilities in Greeley charge $4,400 per month for services, making this the cheapest surveyed care option in the city. Seniors who obtain this level of care at home pay $5,625 for basic in-home care and specialized home health care, over $1,200 more than assisted living. Older adults who need around-the-clock medical care pay $4,000 more than assisted living residents for nursing home care, with fees for this type of care starting at $9,657. Cost data for adult day health care isn’t available for Greeley, but the statewide median rate is $1,950, several thousand dollars lower than local assisted living rates.

In-Home Care

$5,625

Home Health Care

$5,625

Assisted Living Facility

$4,400

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,657

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Greeley

There are several options available to help you pay for assisted living in Greeley, including Supplemental Security Income Category G.  State programs include Health First Colorado and the Colorado Old Age Pension.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Colorado page.

Financial Assistance in Colorado

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Colorado page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Greeley

The Greeley region offers a range of programs and services for seniors through nonprofit organizations, such as the Area Agency on Aging, the Greeley Active Adult Center and the long-term care ombudsman office. These resources help older adults understand their long-term care options and connect them with community-based supports that complement what they receive through assisted living.

ResourceContactService
Weld County Area Agency on Aging(970) 400-6950The Weld County Area Agency on Aging uses federally designated funds to serve Greeley residents aged 60 and over through an array of services. Through the agency, seniors obtain advocacy services, options counseling and benefits assistance, which can help them plan for long-term care needs.
Veterans Services(970) 400-4000The county’s veterans’ services office helps veterans apply for disability compensation, veterans’ and survivors’ pensions and health care services from the federal Veterans Administration. It can also connect veterans to other local resources, including counseling, health and wellness services and transportation to VA health care facilities.
Greeley Active Adult Center(970) 350-9440The Greeley Active Adult Center hosts daily recreational and social activities for those aged 50 and over in Greeley. At the center, seniors participate in drop-in programs, such as table games, computer lab and knitting. The center also hosts congregate meals, which are available for a small suggested donation.
Colorado Legal Services(970) 353-7554Colorado Legal Services is a nonprofit legal organization that offers free civil legal advice and assistance to those aged 60 and over. It has licensed legal professionals who help older adults navigate the federal benefits screening and application process and resolve issues related to long-term care.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program(970) 356-5492RSVP provides volunteer opportunities to those aged 55 and over in Greeley and surrounding cities. Volunteers can serve in the programs and projects that fit their interests and schedules, including providing education through the Disaster Preparedness Program, promoting literacy through Reading Partners and serving veterans through the Veterans’ Outreach program.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Greeley

Greeley Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Colorado are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Colorado page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Colorado

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Renee

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Greeley

Brookdale Greeley was very nice. Out of the four places, this probably would have been the one I would have liked for my mother to be at. Their rooms were decently sized. They had a nice closet....

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Assisted Living

Brandi

I visited this facility

Review of Meadowview of Greeley

Meadowview of Greeley was the most expensive of all the places I looked at. It was luxurious, and it was a little more stuffy and uppity. The staff who gave me the tour was fine. She just seemed...

Provider response

Brandi, thank you for taking the time to visit us at Meadowview of Greeley. We are happy to hear you had an overall good experience! We appreciate your feedback. Come back and visit anytime!

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Assisted Living

Brandi

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Brookdale Greeley

My mom moved into Brookdale Greeley. They have a personable staff. They also have the Medicaid spend-down policy, so you do eventually get covered. She has a room with 2 separate living spaces, a...

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