Sunrise at Orchard
5975 South Holly Street, Littleton, CO, 80121
4.3
(28 reviews)
"The staff cares for resident in a professional way. Good communication and good customer service...."
READ MORESeniors in Littleton can also choose from a wide range of assisted living facilities. Highly trained staff in these facilities are available to assist residents with personal care, housekeeping and meal preparation. In addition, many of these communities offer activities and social events for enrichment. It costs around $4,850 per month for this type of care, although actual prices vary depending on the location and amenities available.
This guide is designed to help seniors decide whether retirement in Littleton is right for them. It discusses the pros, cons and costs of assisted living in the area as well as the resources available to local seniors.
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5975 South Holly Street, Littleton, CO, 80121
4.3
(28 reviews)
"The staff cares for resident in a professional way. Good communication and good customer service...."
READ MORE8271 South Continental Divide Road, Littleton, CO, 80127
"Brookdale Littleton was very nice. It was clean and well-maintained. It just appeared that the woman who toured me double-booked herself. Other than that, they covered everything that you would normally need for assisted living. They had an exercise ..."
READ MORE5344 S Kipling Pkwy, Littleton, CO, 80127
4.6
(12 reviews)
"My mom is currently a resident at MorningStar in their assisted living facility. This is a small facility with a terrific staff. I love that I recognize most of the staff when I visit and that they recognize me! This is exactly the "home" that ..."
READ MORE7800 S Windermere St , Littleton, CO, 80120
4.6
(10 reviews)
"StoneCreek of Littleton was very clean and very well-appointed. The staff that I met there was very welcoming and friendly. Their salesperson was very easy to talk to and I had the feeling that she was being honest about everything and not trying to ..."
READ MORE5310 West Geddes Ave, Littleton, CO, 80128
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Serenity House Assisted Living is a unique alternative for assisted living services. Our residential homes service only 7 to 8 residents, al..."
READ MORE5286 W Portland Dr, Littleton, CO, 80128
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I like the caregivers at Assured Assisted Living 32. They are truly concerned about my mom and they do everything they can to make her comfortable and to keep her safe. They asked questions about what she likes. They tell me if they have a concern an..."
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8217 W Peakview Dr, Littleton, CO, 80123
"Catharine’s Quality of Life residential homes create a small family atmosphere in which our resident family members don’t passively observe ..."
READ MORE10405 W. Berry Dr, Littleton, CO, 80127
"At Legacy House Elder Care, our goal is to provide our residents with the best in senior living. Our high quality care and dedicated staff e..."
READ MORE8603 S. Wadsworth Court, Littleton, CO, 80128
"Our homes allow residents to experience the highest quality of life with excellent care in a comfortable neighborhood setting. We offer vari..."
READ MORE2951 Clairton Dr., Littleton, CO, 80126
"Our vision is to deliver the ultimate care with the most qualified team. Our team receives exceptional training and support, which allows us..."
READ MORE4800 Old S Wadsworth Blvd, Littleton, CO, 80123
4.6
(8 reviews)
"The Manor on Marston Lake was a small place. It's family-run. The ratio of caregivers to residents was low. So they can give more personal time. They answered all of our questions, and brought in grandma, had lunch there, and let her participate in a..."
READ MORE6271 West Maplewood Place, Littleton, CO, 80123
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We placed my mom in Leawood Assisted Living (Loving Care Assisted Living Services, LLC) and she's very happy there. It's an 8-bedroom care home. The care is phenomenal. Her room is extremely clean and fits her needs perfectly. It's not too big and no..."
READ MORE5844 S Curtice, Littleton, CO, 80120
3.9
(11 reviews)
"I really liked Libby Bortz. It was a wonderful place. I liked the way it was painted; the colors were very comforting to me. The dining area looked really nice. I was impressed at how friendly the people were and how they all seemed happy. However, I..."
READ MORE5130 W Ken Caryl Avenue, Littleton, CO, 80128
4.1
(8 reviews)
"My parents are in The Gardens at Columbine. We chose it because the cost was within the range that I wanted it to be for two people. It also has a lot of grounds where the residents can walk outside, sit, and enjoy the mountain view. I just felt it w..."
READ MORE1500 W Mineral Aveue, Littleton, CO, 80120
4.0
(8 reviews)
"My family and I were very impressed with the professionalism, friendliness, and caring, of the hard-working staff. The facility was kept clean at all times. Life Care seems more of a hotel than a facility with well-scrubbed hallways, large vases o..."
READ MORE6638 W Ottawa Ave, Littleton, CO, 80127
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Colorado Assisted Living Homes have many different properties. My mom is in one at Rowland Avenue. She has been there for three and a half months now. She has been doing great. It has been phenomenal! The reason why I chose this facility is because i..."
READ MORE5974 South Jay Court, Littleton, CO, 80123
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I volunteer as a companion and advocate for the elderly. I have been to the Sage Home on several occasions. It is a home that was converted into an assisted living facility. It backs up to a horse boarding facility which can be viewed from the living..."
READ MORE8160 W Coal Mine Avenue, Littleton, CO, 80123
2.0
(3 reviews)
"Balfour Littleton was very nice, it's very clean, and the people were very personable. The biggest drawback of that place was that they have a limited menu. They have specials everyday, but the standard menu was pretty limited; there are not a lot o..."
READ MORE7631 S Depew Way, Littleton, CO, 80128
"Small residential assisted living with a total of 6 clients. No age limit. Accept everything including mentally ill. Same owner since 198..."
READ MORE6365 S SYCAMORE STREET, Littleton, CO, 80120
Littleton’s assisted living communities are governed by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment‘s Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division. This body is in charge of ensuring that long-term care homes comply with state requirements regarding quality of care, safety and cleanliness.
In Littleton, the average cost of assisted living is $4,850 per month, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. This price is higher than the Colorado average, which comes to $4,575. Assisted living in Littleton is more expensive than the national average of $4,300.
Compared to many Colorado cities, assisted living in Littleton is relatively expensive. Boulder has higher costs, at $5,100, as does Colorado Springs, at $5,340 per month. Nearby Pueblo is much more affordable, at $3,900. Greeley has the lowest assisted living costs in the state at $3,515 per month.
Littleton
$4,850
Colorado
$4,575
The United States
$4,300
Greeley
$3,515
Pueblo
$3,900
Boulder
$5,100
Colorado Springs
$5,340
Seniors considering assisted living might also be interested in comparing the costs of other types of long-term care. Home health care and homemaker services average $5,720 per month. Adult day health care is the most affordable option, averaging $1,625. Nursing homes are the most expensive type of long-term care in Littleton at $9,064 per month for a semiprivate room and $10,139 for a private room.
Homemaker Services
$5,720
Home Health Aide
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,625
Assisted Living Facility
$4,850
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,064
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$10,139
Financial assistance in Colorado is available for eligible seniors through the Home and Community-Based Services Waiver for persons who are Elderly, Blind, or Disabled (EBD). This waiver can help residents pay for care in alternative care facilities.
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.
In Littleton, seniors can make use of a wide variety of free educational and social services to help them stay well as they age.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Denver Regional Council of Governments | (800) 382-3205 | This body is in charge of the Area Agency on Aging, which provides education and assistance to older adults. A health insurance counseling program helps seniors submit applications and appeals for benefits and assistance programs. This body’s case management initiative offers care needs assessments and long-term care placement while its Ombudsman program offers advocacy to residents of assisted living homes. |
Arapahoe County Veteran Services | (303) 738-8045 | Service officers with this body can help veterans submit applications and appeals for a range of state and federal benefits. These can range from pensions and life insurance to tax breaks and discount cards. Veterans can also get referrals to the VA healthcare system. |
Colorado Legal Services | (303) 837-1313 | This pro-bono law agency provides free assistance with civil matters such as housing disputes, public benefits access and family law issues. It can also help with financial matters like fraud, bankruptcy and tax matters. In addition, seniors can get help creating wills, estate plans and care directives. |
Littleton-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Colorado are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Colorado page for more information about these laws.
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Reviewer RC#0325f
5
Review of StoneCreek of Littleton
StoneCreek of Littleton was very clean and very well-appointed. The staff that I met there was very welcoming and friendly. Their salesperson was very easy to talk to and I had the feeling that she...
Provider response
Thank you for your wonderful review of StoneCreek of Littleton! We're delighted to hear that you found our community to be clean, well-appointed, and welcoming. We take great pride in providing a...
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Sheryl
5
Review of StoneCreek of Littleton
My uncle moved into StoneCreek of Littleton. The space is conducive to being able to find your way around. He's in a wheelchair, so it's easy for him to stroll over in his wheelchair. He's on the...
Provider response
Sheryl, thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience at StoneCreek of Littleton. We are delighted to hear that your uncle is adjusting well and that you have found our community...
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Nancy
5
Review of StoneCreek of Littleton
StoneCreek of Littleton was very pleasant. Everything seemed nice and clean. We saw people eating, and they seemed to be enjoying themselves. We visited a room, and it was more than adequate. The...
Provider response
Nancy, thank you for your positive review of StoneCreek of Littleton! We're delighted that our community has upheld its promise of passionate service, passionate cleanliness, and passionate care....