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.
3727 Parker Blvd, Pueblo, CO, 81008
5.0
(1 reviews)
"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 they have speech therapy also. They've got high e..."
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1201 West Abriendo Avenue, Pueblo, CO, 81004
4.0
(7 reviews)
"My family member loves being at Sharmar. She says they take good care of her. The staff is always helpful. She just loves the activity staff Stephanie, Ashely and Mark. She says they always have many fun things for them to do. The Activity staff ..."
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2611 Jones Avenue, Pueblo, CO, 81004
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Pueblo Care and Rehabilitation Center was mediocre. It wasn't the best, but by far wasnt the worse. The staff was good and the rooms were good, clean, and in good repair. The food was decent and good. The dining area was very nice and they had an..."
READ MORE2701 California Street, Pueblo, CO, 81004
3.5
(6 reviews)
"The staff was very very caring and attentive to my mother who was in the beginning stages of dementia. The billing office was fantastic to work with. The way they were remodeling the unit was wonderful. "
READ MORE1601 Constitution Road, Pueblo, CO, 81001
2.4
(7 reviews)
"My brother was in Belmont Lodge Health Care Center when he got out of the hospital. It was very good and clean. I was very happy with my brother's stay there. The layout was very good. They provided meals, a place to live, and several different ki..."
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2118 Chatalet Lane, Pueblo, CO, 81005
2.7
(3 reviews)
"I was at Life Care Center of Pueblo for rehab for 20 days around September 10th of last year. It was very nice, wasn't very old, and had nice grounds with trees. They were very attentive and took good care of me while I was there. I mostly had reh..."
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945 DESERT FLOWER BOULEVARD, Pueblo, CO, 81001
2.0
(5 reviews)
"This facility is located on small grounds with not much room for the patients to be outside. There is a tiny garden center located in the back where patients and family can sit outside and visit. However, if there are more than eight people out t..."
READ MORE2515 Pitman Place, Pueblo, CO, 81004
1.7
(6 reviews)
"I was at the facility for approx 2 weeks following a hip fracture. I really was happy with my care and especially the therapy I received. I was discharged home after and really do miss the staff!!!Thank you for all you did for me!"
READ MOREIn 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 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 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
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.
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.
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.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Pueblo County Department of Human Services | (719) 583-6160 | As 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) 583-6857 | Provided 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) 583-6120 | Long-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) 696-7213 | SHIP 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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