Castle Rock is located in the heart of Colorado, just south of Denver. It has a population of 76,353, 10.4% of whom are seniors aged 65 and older. Thanks to stunning nature and retiree-friendly tax laws, Castle Rock makes a great retirement location. The city is home to several assisted living facilities that can support older adults in their retirement.
Assisted living communities may be a good choice for seniors who desire a helping hand with daily tasks but don’t need medical care. It usually includes assistance with tasks like dressing, grooming and bathing, along with housekeeping and laundry. Seniors in Castle Rock pay on average $5,500 per month, which is higher than both the Colorado average and the U.S average.
This guide serves as an introduction to assisted living in Castle Rock. Seniors will learn about the cost of care in Castle Rock and other parts of Colorado as well as alternative long-term care choices. The guide also covers payment options and offers a variety of resources that seniors may find useful.
1855 Low Meadow Blvd., Castle Rock, CO, 80109
3.3
(30 reviews)
"Bonaventure of Castle Rock was like a five-star hotel. It was absolutely hands down, flipping gorgeous. It was beautiful. It was really new, just the style of the building and the amenities. The staff during the tour was a sweetie pie, very inform..."
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535 W Castle Pines Parkway, Castle Rock, CO, 80108
4.3
(12 reviews)
"We toured Legacy Village of Castle Pines. All I can say is they were wonderful. They're five stars all the way, but at the end of the day, they didn't have a room for my mom or I would have gone with them. The facility was beautiful. The people th..."
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1768 Rose Petal Ln, Castle Rock, CO, 80109
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Our Mom was 100 years old and after living alone for 22 years fell, broke her wrist and needed respite care to heal. She was not ready to give up any independence. The staff at Rose Petal unconditionally cared for my mom giving her every opportu..."
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1640 Wild Rye Court, Castle Rock, CO, 80104
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Home-like feel the Castle Rock Assisted Living. Residents have privacy and allowed to function independently if possible. Gina is very caring and if I had to find a place for my grandmother, this one would be at the top of my list in Castle Rock. "
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2473 Woodhouse Lane, Castle Rock, CO, 80109
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad lived at Castle Rock Assisted Living III. It's a home with nine people with 24/7 care, and it's extremely clean. It's fantastic, with great daily care and excellent food. The owners, Angie and Gina, were excellent and were very hands-on. We..."
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572 Eveningsong Dr, Castle Rock, CO, 80104
"Our vision is to deliver the ultimate care with the most qualified team. Our team receives exceptional training and support, which allows us..."
READ MORECaring's Family Advisors are here to help you with questions about senior living and care options.
1473 Rosemary Drive, Castle Rock, CO, 80109
"Gardens Care Senior Living – Red Hawk is located next to the Red Hawk golf course in Castle Rock. This stunning boutique sized assisted ..."
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255 S Valley Drive, Castle Rock, CO, 80104
5.0
(5 reviews)
"We chose Valley House for my mother-in-law. The location worked for us because it was close right there in Castle Rock. It's a smaller facility with only 25 residents, so we felt she was gonna get the personal attention that she needs right now wi..."
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221 Cantril St, Castle Rock, CO, 80104
5.0
(3 reviews)
"My husband had been in an assisted living home for 2 yrs. when it was unexpectedly sold & we were given 30 days notice to vacate. Finding the CANTRIL HOUSE has been a true BLESSING! This house is so warm, friendly & caring that I'm sure ..."
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1297 South Perry Street, Castle Rock, CO, 80104
4.5
(8 reviews)
"The main thing why we chose Brookside Inn is because they have a memory care unit, and they accepted Medicaid. The staff is fantastic and they have excellent food. The rooms are nice. They are nicely decorated and comfortable. Their activities are..."
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864 Barranca Drive, Castle Rock, CO, 80104
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Staff interaction was great with the residents! A lot of activities, fun and laughter! Best part of the visit was seeing Reaidents with smiles on their faces and proud of their community. This community is smaller and much more personable than the..."
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8204 Wetherill Cir, Castle Rock, CO, 80108
"Blue Spruce has two upmarket facilities in two desirable areas of Douglas County, one in Castle Pines (north of Castle Rock) and one in Highlands Ranch. We provide 24/7 care covering all activities of daily living, medication administration,..."
READ MOREThe Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division governs assisted living communities in Colorado. This department is responsible for regulating the facilities and ensuring compliance with state laws. Failure to pass inspections may result in fines and plans of correction.
Seniors in Castle Rock pay around $5,500 for assisted living care, but this cost can differ according to the location of the community and the amenities and services provided.
The average monthly cost of assisted living care in Castle Rock is around $5,500 per month, which is $1,000 more than the national average and $750 more than the state average. To the south in Colorado Springs, seniors pay slightly more at $4,663, and further south in Pueblo, care is significantly cheaper than Castle Rock, costing around $3,800 per month. In the Western Slope in Grand Junction, care costs are $1,250 less expensive than Castle Rock, while up in Boulder, care is significantly more costly at around $6,275 per month on average.
Castle Rock
$5,500
Colorado
$4,750
The United States
$4,500
Colorado Springs
$4,663
Grand Junction
$4,250
Pueblo
$3,800
Boulder
$6,275
A variety of long-term care options is available for seniors in Castle Rock. Both in-home care, which includes assistance with personal care, and home health care, which includes medical assistance, cost more than assisted living at $6,769 and $6,864 per month. Adult day health care is the least expensive option, costing about $2,275 per month. Nursing homes offer the most complete care, so a semiprivate room costs around $3,169 more per month than assisted living.
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
There are several options available to help you pay for assisted living in Castle Rock, 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.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Colorado page.
Older adults in Castle Rock have free resources that they can use to help them age well. Local and national programs offer a variety of services, such as options counseling, financial assistance and support groups. The following contacts connect seniors to advisers and specialists.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Rock Senior Activity Center | (303) 688-9498 | Castle Rock Senior Activity Center supports seniors through a range of useful programs and services. Services include hot lunches and health care support, as well as a golf, softball gardening club. There are also educational resources such as legal presentations, financial services and a low vision support group. |
| Douglas County Veterans Services | (303) 663-6200 | Douglas County Veterans Services offers veterans and their family members support. Services include help accessing veterans benefits such as burial, survivor and disability benefits. The staff can also assist with accessing emergency funds and state grants. There is also a veterans crisis helpline that provides 24/7 confidential crisis support. |
| Aging Resources of Douglas County | (303) 814-4300 | Aging Resources of Douglas County is a community aging center that connects seniors to a diverse range of services and resources that help them to maintain independence as long as possible and age well. Some of the ways they can help include transportation, support groups and food assistance. |
| Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) | (303) 297-0408 | The RSVP program is a nationally run program that connects older adults over the age of 55 with meaningful local volunteer opportunities for nonprofit partners. Seniors can get involved in a wide variety of programs, such as tutoring children in schools, delivering meals to seniors, working with veterans and gardening. |
| Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (303) 862-3524 | The Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program assists seniors living in long-term care communities such as assisted living facilities. They serve as advocates who regularly visit residents and investigate any complaints and claims of abuse, neglect or inadequate care. |
Castle Rock 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.
