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Denver is among the costlier places in Colorado and the United States to obtain in-home care, with the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey showing that monthly home care costs average $6,769 compared to respective state and national rates of $6,387 and $4,957. In Fort Collins, where rates are the second-highest in the state, monthly fees are hundreds of dollars less than in Denver at $6,101. Care costs in Colorado Springs come in at $5,768, and in Greeley, residents pay $5,625 for services. Pueblo seniors pay some of the lowest rates in the state at $5,268.
Denver
$6,769
Colorado
$6,387
The United States
$4,957
Greeley
$5,625
Fort Collins
$6,101
Colorado Springs
$5,768
Pueblo
$5,268
Home care agencies in Denver charge $6,769 per month for nonmedical care, and home health care agencies charge slightly higher rates of $6,864 for skilled nursing services. Adult day health care is a cost-friendly alternative to home-based care and costs approximately $2,275 per month. Seniors in assisted living pay $5,550 for services, and nursing home residents in semiprivate rooms pay a monthly average of $8,669.
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
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Home care costs in Denver are relatively high, but fortunately, seniors can obtain in-home care and supportive services through numerous nonprofit agencies and programs. The following programs and services can supplement or replace private-pay home care and help older adults reduce their monthly care costs while getting the support they need to age in place.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Senior Centers | 3-1-1 | There are 31 senior centers in Denver, providing older adults with access to social and recreational programs that may help those who live alone to avoid loneliness. These centers also serve as nutrition sites where older adults enjoy congregate meals, and many provide referrals for resources in the community. |
Area Agency on Aging | (303) 455-1000 | The Area Agency on Aging operates the Case Management/Options Counseling Program, which can help seniors find the programs and services they need to stay in their homes. It also operates the ADRC for the region, which serves as a single entry point for all state and federal benefits for seniors. |
Senior Property Tax Exemption | (720) 913-4162 | The senior property tax exemption is available to those aged 65 and over in Denver. This exemption applies to 50% of the first $200,000 of the actual value of the individual's primary residence. This program may reduce what seniors pay for housing expenses and enable some to remain in their homes. |
Meals on Wheels | (303) 297-0408 | Meals on Wheels delivers healthy, fresh meals 6 days per week to housebound seniors throughout the Denver metro. All meals are low in cholesterol and fat and provide a third of seniors' daily nutritional needs. Meals are free, but seniors are encouraged to give donations based on what they can afford. |
Energy Resource Center | (720) 236-1321 | ERC is a nonprofit construction agency that provides free energy efficiency improvements for low-income individuals in Denver. Some services the organization provides include HVAC upgrades, insulation installation and air sealing. This can improve the home’s comfort while lowering energy bills. Homeowners and renters may both qualify for this program. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.