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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Pueblo, CO for 2024

Pueblo has a population of over 111,800, 17.5% of which are aged 65 and older. The area has a semi-arid, steppe climate, offering four distinct seasons throughout the year. Residents can expect snowy winters, rainy springs and warm summers. According to the U.S. News and World and Report, Parkview Medical Center is regionally ranked number seven in Southeastern Colorado. The medical center is high performing in seven conditions and procedures, including cardiology and endocrinology.

The city has an average monthly cost of $8,425 for a semiprivate room in a nursing home, $669 higher than the national average of $7,756 per month, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. Seniors who don’t require the 24-hour supervision and security of a nursing home may find that assisted living facilities better fit their needs. For those who wish to remain at home, home health care allows seniors to remain at home while receiving daily visits from qualified caregivers.

This guide further discusses and compares the cost of senior care in Pueblo and nearby cities and offers a few resources for seniors and their caregivers in the final section.

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Nursing Home Costs in Pueblo, CO

In Pueblo, a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $8,425 per month, while a private room costs $9,064 per month.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

The cost of a semiprivate nursing home room in Pueblo is $92 less than the state’s average of $8,517 per month and $669 more than the national average of $7,756. 

Nursing home care is $852 higher in Greeley than in Pueblo, with an average cost of $9,277 per month. The state capital, Denver, has an average of $9,064 per month and is $639 higher than Pueblo. The least expensive city is Grand Junction; with an average cost of $7,939 per month, the city is $486 less than Pueblo. 

Pueblo

$8,421

Colorado

$8,517

The United States

$7,756

Greeley

$9,277

Denver

$9,064

Grand Junction

$7,939

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

The cost of skilled nursing care can make other long-term care options more appealing. Not only is home-based care more affordable, but it can also include some light medical care. Homemaking services average about $4,376 per month and are $4,049 less than a semiprivate room in a nursing home. Home health care costs a bit more but is still $3,668 less than a nursing home. At $3,900 per month, assisted living is $4,525 less than nursing care. A private room costs $639 more per month than a semiprivate room in a nursing home. 

Home care

$4,376

Home health aide

$4,757

Assisted living

$3,900

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$8,425

Nursing home (private room)

$9,064

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Pueblo, 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 in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible 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.

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.

Free Resources for Seniors in Pueblo, CO

This section offers a few resources for seniors in Pueblo. The Department of Human Services has a selection of financial assistance programs and maintains connections with local long-term ombudsmen and health insurance counselors. Additionally, there is a waiver for alternative types of care to delay placement in a nursing home.

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Pueblo County Department of Human Services(719) 583-6160As the Area Agency on Aging, the Pueblo County Department of Human Services provides a wide range of programs, including home-based care services, to help seniors stay active in their community. Seniors can also find financial assistance for Medicare and supplemental nutrition programs. 
Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver for the Elderly, Blind, and Disabled(719) 583-6857Provided by Health First Colorado, the state’s Medicaid program, the HCBS Waiver for the Elderly, Blind and Disabled can be used to obtain alternatives to nursing home care, including adult day care services or in-home health care. To be eligible, individuals must have or qualify for Medicaid. 

The Colorado State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(719) 583-6120Long-term care ombudsmen are certified by the state to resolve complaints regarding lack of quality care at facilities. Acting on behalf of seniors and their loved ones, ombudsmen can also investigate claims of medication mismanagement and financial abuse, in addition to issues with Medicare benefits. 
Colorado State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) & Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)(888) 696-7213SHIP works with the SMP to assist Medicare beneficiaries and individuals looking to apply for Medicare with maintaining and protecting their benefits. Counselors can help seniors understand their insurance options by explaining long-term care plans and comparing policies that fit their needs. In addition to collaborating with SMP to report fraudulent Medicare charges, counselors can assist with reviewing bill statements and filing appeals. 

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Review of The Center at Park West

The Center at Park West Nursing Home in Pueblo was very modern. I think the communication with the staff to the families was good. They set my parents up for PT and OT when they were there. I think...

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Review of Minnequa Medicenter

My friend lives here the staff is very inattentive food is horrible laundry constantly loses items they do provide limited activities and a snack store but this last year has been very difficult on...

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Sopris, thank you for leaving us feedback. We are disappointed to hear that your experience has not been a positive one. We remain committed to you and your friend. Please contact us to discuss...

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Review of Belmont Lodge Health Care Center

My mother was in Belmont. It was the WORST experience we have had to deal with. The room was dirty, when they would clean it would half work. They would leave stuff on the floor and just sweep...

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