MorningStar Observatory Park
2100 South Josephine St, Denver, CO, 80210
"MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park offers exceptional assisted living South Denver seniors can rely on. With 85,0..."
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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2100 South Josephine St, Denver, CO, 80210
"MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park offers exceptional assisted living South Denver seniors can rely on. With 85,0..."
READ MORE6383 E. Girard Place, Denver, CO, 80222
4.6
(16 reviews)
"HighPointe Assisted Living & Memory Care was absolutely #1. It was beautiful, perfectly kept, and had friendly staff. It was a good tour. However, my mother still drives, and it's in a highly congested area for traffic and that was the only negative ..."
READ MORE7205 West Quincy Ave., Lakewood, CO, 80235
4.0
(18 reviews)
"The Ridge Pinehurst was gorgeous. I was ready to move there, it's that fantastic. I only saw one room and it was nice, and everything's so new. Everybody was very nice and helpful there. It had a beautiful outdoor area and it looked like a very expen..."
READ MORE2607 S Eudora Pl, Denver, CO, 80222
4.7
(6 reviews)
"I like the location of Loving Life Assisted Living. It's in a central location. It was a very nice place and very homelike. It's just a small home that is very much like a house, like a very family place. The staff was very friendly. The activities t..."
READ MORE3071 S Rosemary, Denver, CO, 80231
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mom was a resident at Abby's and we're so thankful we found this home. They took good care of our mom with empathy. ..."
READ MORE6563 S Clermont Ct, Centennial, CO, 80121
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The caregivers are just great. My brother loved the meals, made close friends with a few of the residents, and was very happy and content here. He loved the people here, and they loved him, too, and took such good care of him. Our father and I (and h..."
READ MORE3638 E Euclid Ave, Centennial, CO, 80121
5.0
(2 reviews)
"This Rocky Mountain Assisted Living facility is wonderful. Excellent attentive staff combined with conveniences not found in other assisted living facilities. Each resident has their own room with a toilet and sink. Bathing is done in a centralized..."
READ MORE3241 S Mabry Way, Denver, CO, 80236
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Tender Care is a wonderful place! My mother lives here and I never have to worry about her care, because I know the staff are doing a fantastic job. All the staff are professional, well trained and compassionate. The owners Mike and Joe are both RN's..."
READ MORE2602 E Weaver Ave, Centennial, CO, 80121
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We have chosen Carelink Assisted Living for my brother. It sounded like it would be a good place because he would still be free but be watched. The facility was clean and homey. I kind of think my brother would be happy there if he went. The staff me..."
READ MORE1137 East Geddes Avenue, Centennial, CO, 80122
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Abundant Blessings and Care Assisted Living has eight residents. It is a very pleasant and relatively new place. It has a lovely porch that’s covered, and there are there beautiful shade trees out in front. We all go to lunch on Mondays to different ..."
READ MORE5500 East Peakview Ave., Centennial, CO, 80121
4.1
(10 reviews)
"We found Holly Creek for my mother. It's great. The staff is excellent, and they have full facilities there. They have a walking area...."
READ MORE4901 S Monaco St, Denver, CO, 80237
3.5
(17 reviews)
"Brookdale Denver Tech Center was a very nice, new place with 24-hour nursing and memory care unit on the third floor. The staff, who took me around, was very knowledgeable and answered all the questions that I had. I would give them a good rating. Th..."
READ MORE3701 West Radcliff Avenue, Denver, CO, 80236
3.8
(12 reviews)
"Hallmark Nursing Center is more towards the end of your life. It is more of an intensive care. It was very nice, and it smelled good. It just cost a lot. ..."
READ MORE7463 E Costilla Place, Centennial, CO, 80112
4.7
(3 reviews)
"We moved my mother from out of state to Penny Lane Assisted Living six months ago. The 1:8 ratio, caregiver to residents, has allowed for much more personalized care than what she was receiving at a larger facility. Every time a need arrises for my m..."
READ MORE9970 Silver Maple Road, Highlands Ranch, CO, 80129
4.5
(4 reviews)
"My father-in-law has already moved into Rocky Mountains Assisted Living. We choose it because it is brand new. It is a group-home. It is nice, bright, and airy with very nice people. It just seems like my father-in-law will work really well there. Th..."
READ MORE2445 South Quebec Street, Denver, CO, 80231
3.6
(10 reviews)
"My mom and I were desperate to find a place and had absolutely no luck in finding one- then there was an email recommending Eastern Star Mason Retreat Campus from a son of a resident there. After that email, one phone call to Barbara A. has changed e..."
READ MORE2479 S Clermont St, Denver, CO, 80222
3.5
(14 reviews)
"great place to live very friendly and pleasant staff friendly residents. come and see you are missing out!!! ..."
READ MORE5290 W Princeton Drive, Denver, CO, 80235
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My parents were both residents at Tender Care. We chose this facility because of the home like atmosphere. The house is made for gathering family. That is what they do at Tender Care - they gather. The staff is caring and communicate as often as you..."
READ MORE5000 E Arapahoe Rd, Centennial, CO, 80122
4.2
(5 reviews)
"My mom is going to stay at Christian Living Communities - Someren Glen. They have wonderful engaging activities. They have bingo, all kinds of different musical activities that they bring in, movies, and they go out all the time. They have such an am..."
READ MORE280 E. Sterne Boulevard, Centennial, CO, 80122
4.3
(4 reviews)
"I have found Loving Touch Elderly Assistant Living to be as advertised. I have been blessed to have had a family member be a resident of this lovely home and recently recommended a friend. The staff and other residence were simply amazing. The new..."
READ MORELittleton’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....