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

 

Golden, CO, is considered a suburb of Denver, but it's tucked up right against the Front Range of the Rockies about 20 minutes to the west. The age 65 and older senior population here makes up 11.3% of the 20,460 residents. With abundant sunshine and a temperate climate, retirees can make good use of the outdoors in one of the most walkable cities in the nation. In addition to the nearly 80 assisted living communities in the area, the top three hospitals in the state are also here, including the UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital.

Golden offers many assisted living communities at about $5,500 per month to seniors who only need minimal daily assistance but not extensive medical care. This is higher than both the Colorado and national averages. Services include daily routine help with personal grooming and medication management, plus housekeeping along with meals and transportation to any appointments. Enriching activities for entertainment and community involvement are also provided.

The aim of this guide is to share the pros and cons of living in Golden and the various costs of care. Seniors and their families may also access resources such as long-term care advocacy and legal support.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Golden

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) oversees the licensing of assisted living communities in Golden. Their Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division is responsible for ensuring compliance with state regulations and standards to protect the health and safety of all residents. They conduct inspections and investigate complaints to ensure quality care is provided in every facility.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Golden

 

  • Golden's cost of living is 49.5% higher than the nation's average. This may be concerning for some seniors, but food, transportation and entertainment are comparable to other cities of this size. For those able or willing to pay a bit more, the abundance of amenities and rewarding lifestyle are returned tenfold.
  • Crime rates in Golden are quite low. Violent crime is 11.5 compared to the nation's 22.7 on a 100-point scale, while property crime is about 1.5 points lower than the national average. These rates make the city a safe place to live, and seniors in assisted living communities have the added comfort of highly secured and constantly monitored centers.
  • Home to the top hospitals in the state and a center hub of health care for the region, the area surrounding Golden also has health care costs that are about 5% lower than the U.S. average. The UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital is high performing in cancer, geriatrics, neurology and orthopedics, and SCL Health St. Joseph Hospital features the top heart program in the state. Both are teaching hospitals, which often brings the most innovative and newest treatments here before anywhere else.
  • The high altitude in Golden may be cause for concern for seniors with heart issues, but the semi-arid climate offers fantastic air quality. With over 300 days of sunshine spread across all four seasons, outdoor activities can be enjoyed all year. Rainfall is half of the national average, but snowfall is nearly triple at 73 inches each year.
  • Recreation opportunities include over three dozen parks along with the Denver Botanic Gardens. Seniors may also appreciate the extra 10% boost to every shot in their golf game thanks to the altitude at one of the 87 courses throughout the city.
  • There is no income tax on any social security income, pensions or annuities in Colorado, and property tax is among the lowest in the nation. Sales tax can be high, but property tax exemptions may make up for this. There are additional subtractions available for veterans and retirees which help make Colorado a desirable place to retire.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Golden

 

The current cost of assisted living services in Golden, CO, is $5,500 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living care costs a bit more in Golden than it does in other parts of Colorado. It's $750 more than the state average and higher than the national average by $1,000. When looking more closely at nearby cities, Golden comes in second only to Boulder, which is $775 higher. The other two closest cities are the army town of Fort Collins, which is $1,500 less, and the college town of Greeley, which is lower than Golden by $1,100. Colorado Springs to the south is $837 less.

Golden

$5,500

Colorado

$4,750

United States

$4,500

Boulder

$6,275

Colorado Springs

$4,663

Fort Collins

$4,124

Greeley

$4,400

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

There are several options for seniors when it comes to long-term care in Golden. Other than adult day health care, costing $2,275, assisted living is the most affordable. For those who wish to remain in their own homes, there is nonmedical in-home care at $6,769 or home health care provided by licensed medical professionals at $6,864 per month. The highest-priced option is a semiprivate room in a nursing home at $8,669 per month, but this includes continuous skilled nursing care.

In-Home Care

$6,769

Home Health Care

$6,864

Adult Day Health Care

$2,275

Assisted Living Facility

$5,500

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,669

Note: Data for Golden was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Denver, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Golden

Although the state of Colorado does not provide support to seniors for the room and board costs of assisted living residences there are several programs that offer supplemental income that can be used for living expenses. Health First Colorado, the state's Medicaid system, supports two wavers that may provide financial assistance to blind or disabled seniors, and the OAP (old age pension) system and optional state supplement for low-income individuals on SSI payments offers additional financial support.

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 Golden

Golden and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Golden, please visit our Assisted Living in Colorado page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Golden

 

Golden 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.

Laws and Regulations in Colorado

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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David

I visited this facility

Review of Golden Lodge Assisted Living & Memory Care

Golden Lodge Assisted Living & Memory Care was very clean, modern, and well-maintained. It was very positive. I believe they showed me a one-bedroom and they showed me a studio. They had exercise...

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Lori

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

Review of Golden Lodge Assisted Living & Memory Care

Golden Lodge Assisted Living & Memory Care was affordable, the location was perfect, and the room had a big living room and bathroom. The staff have all been very helpful. They have a nice variety...

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Sonja

I visited this facility

Review of Golden Lodge Assisted Living & Memory Care

We chose Golden Lodge Assisted Living & Memory Care for my mother, and the biggest reason was because it's about ten minutes from my house. The place was very nice and very fresh. Everything was...

Provider response

Sonja, thank you for the kind words! We look forward to having your family join ours!

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