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.
Directory of Nursing Homes in Pueblo, CO
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3727 Parker Blvd, Pueblo, CO, 81008
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 th
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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 expectations too. If you’re going to stay in the rehab, they go into your room and say, "All right, let’s sign you up for PT" and you turn them down 3 times, they are going to boot you out of there. Unless obviously, you’re sick or this or that. They have a high expectations. It’s their job to get you in rehab and move you to the next step (whatever the next step is).
My experience with them was very good. If you have any questions, you could get hold of the powers; they’re very communicative.
They brought the food up to my parents’ rooms, so they didn’t go down for it. If you go in as a visitor, they give you a tag. You have to take your temperature, wear a mask, and things of that nature. They didn’t have everybody in the dining room. They served them in their own rooms.
They had some issues with staffing at night during the time my parents were there. The activities are individual-based, and it’s based on physical therapy and occupational therapy. There is none on the rehab site where my parents stayed.
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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 th
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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 expectations too. If you’re going to stay in the rehab, they go into your room and say, "All right, let’s sign you up for PT" and you turn them down 3 times, they are going to boot you out of there. Unless obviously, you’re sick or this or that. They have a high expectations. It’s their job to get you in rehab and move you to the next step (whatever the next step is).
My experience with them was very good. If you have any questions, you could get hold of the powers; they’re very communicative.
They brought the food up to my parents’ rooms, so they didn’t go down for it. If you go in as a visitor, they give you a tag. You have to take your temperature, wear a mask, and things of that nature. They didn’t have everybody in the dining room. They served them in their own rooms.
They had some issues with staffing at night during the time my parents were there. The activities are individual-based, and it’s based on physical therapy and occupational therapy. There is none on the rehab site where my parents stayed.
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1201 West Abriendo Avenue, Pueblo, CO, 81004
Chateau at Sharmar in Pueblo, Colorado, offers several care options ranging from short-term stays to memory care. Most residents are encouraged in their independence and the facility accommodates vary
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Chateau at Sharmar in Pueblo, Colorado, offers several care options ranging from short-term stays to memory care. Most residents are encouraged in their independence and the facility accommodates varying levels of mobility and care. The community is located in a quiet neighborhood area which adds to the peaceful, comfortable ambiance. Security is a priority at Chateau at Sharmar, and there is a secure code-entry system to keep vulnerable residents from wandering outside without monitoring. The staff creates special events for the residents every day to add to the quality of life and experience here.
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Chateau at Sharmar in Pueblo, Colorado, offers several care options ranging from short-term stays to memory care. Most residents are encouraged in their independence and the facility accommodates vary
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Chateau at Sharmar in Pueblo, Colorado, offers several care options ranging from short-term stays to memory care. Most residents are encouraged in their independence and the facility accommodates varying levels of mobility and care. The community is located in a quiet neighborhood area which adds to the peaceful, comfortable ambiance. Security is a priority at Chateau at Sharmar, and there is a secure code-entry system to keep vulnerable residents from wandering outside without monitoring. The staff creates special events for the residents every day to add to the quality of life and experience here.
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2611 Jones Avenue, Pueblo, CO, 81004
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 goo
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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 activity room. A lot of the seniors were doing activities. They had a good activity director. The place really wasn’t bad for Pueblo. I’d give it the highest recommendation. The hands-on staff did an excellent job.
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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 goo
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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 activity room. A lot of the seniors were doing activities. They had a good activity director. The place really wasn’t bad for Pueblo. I’d give it the highest recommendation. The hands-on staff did an excellent job.
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2701 California Street, Pueblo, CO, 81004
My friend lives here the staff is very inattentive food is horrible laundry constantly loses items they do provide limited activities and a snack store but this last year has been very difficult on th
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My friend lives here the staff is very inattentive food is horrible laundry constantly loses items they do provide limited activities and a snack store but this last year has been very difficult on the residents ny friend feels it was more of a prison than nursing home the administration there is very unfriendly I would never recommend this nursing home for my family tbe rooms are tiny too the cram two people into a tiny room the atmosphere there is crummy feel like there lots lots room for improvement
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My friend lives here the staff is very inattentive food is horrible laundry constantly loses items they do provide limited activities and a snack store but this last year has been very difficult on th
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My friend lives here the staff is very inattentive food is horrible laundry constantly loses items they do provide limited activities and a snack store but this last year has been very difficult on the residents ny friend feels it was more of a prison than nursing home the administration there is very unfriendly I would never recommend this nursing home for my family tbe rooms are tiny too the cram two people into a tiny room the atmosphere there is crummy feel like there lots lots room for improvement
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1601 Constitution Road, Pueblo, CO, 81001
My mother was in Belmont. It was the WORST experience we have had to deal with. The room was dirty, when they would clean it would half work. They would leave stuff on the floor and just sweep around
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My mother was in Belmont. It was the WORST experience we have had to deal with. The room was dirty, when they would clean it would half work. They would leave stuff on the floor and just sweep around it and not move wheel chairs or anything. They never changed her bed until I asked for them to be changed. Right before she passed, I along with the hospice nurse had to ask for her to be given a shower and her clothes changed. The staff here didn’t seem like they cared about the patient. I would call for an update and half the time I would be told the nurse would have to call me back and I would never get a call back. When my mother passed away, half of her clothes were missing. I asked to be contacted to pick up her clothes once they were found. To this day I have never be contacted. When I was contacted when my mother passed away, the funeral home helped be remove her belongings from the room. I asked if there was a cart, I could use to take her belongings out and was told they would see if they could find one and never came back. I would NEVER recommend this facility to anyone. Once I choose to have hospice to come in, my mom’s care went downhill.
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My mother was in Belmont. It was the WORST experience we have had to deal with. The room was dirty, when they would clean it would half work. They would leave stuff on the floor and just sweep around
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My mother was in Belmont. It was the WORST experience we have had to deal with. The room was dirty, when they would clean it would half work. They would leave stuff on the floor and just sweep around it and not move wheel chairs or anything. They never changed her bed until I asked for them to be changed. Right before she passed, I along with the hospice nurse had to ask for her to be given a shower and her clothes changed. The staff here didn’t seem like they cared about the patient. I would call for an update and half the time I would be told the nurse would have to call me back and I would never get a call back. When my mother passed away, half of her clothes were missing. I asked to be contacted to pick up her clothes once they were found. To this day I have never be contacted. When I was contacted when my mother passed away, the funeral home helped be remove her belongings from the room. I asked if there was a cart, I could use to take her belongings out and was told they would see if they could find one and never came back. I would NEVER recommend this facility to anyone. Once I choose to have hospice to come in, my mom’s care went downhill.
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2118 Chatalet Lane, Pueblo, CO, 81005
The Life Care Center of Pueblo can be found in Pueblo, Colorado. Visitors note that this assisted-living and nursing home facility is surrounded by stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Fa
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The Life Care Center of Pueblo can be found in Pueblo, Colorado. Visitors note that this assisted-living and nursing home facility is surrounded by stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Families appreciate that caregiving focuses on all levels of assistance including in-house rehabilitation, and specific healthcare can be provided for many conditions and disorders. Amenities that residents enjoy include an ice cream parlor, lush gardens for taking long walks, a family dining room, flat screen TVs, pet visitation programs and weekly off-site outings.
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The Life Care Center of Pueblo can be found in Pueblo, Colorado. Visitors note that this assisted-living and nursing home facility is surrounded by stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Fa
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The Life Care Center of Pueblo can be found in Pueblo, Colorado. Visitors note that this assisted-living and nursing home facility is surrounded by stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Families appreciate that caregiving focuses on all levels of assistance including in-house rehabilitation, and specific healthcare can be provided for many conditions and disorders. Amenities that residents enjoy include an ice cream parlor, lush gardens for taking long walks, a family dining room, flat screen TVs, pet visitation programs and weekly off-site outings.
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945 DESERT FLOWER BOULEVARD, Pueblo, CO, 81001
University Park Care Center is located in Pueblo, Colorado, near Walking Stick Golf Course and Drew Dix Park. Assisted living services are available for short-term rehab, long-term care, Alzheimer’s p
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University Park Care Center is located in Pueblo, Colorado, near Walking Stick Golf Course and Drew Dix Park. Assisted living services are available for short-term rehab, long-term care, Alzheimer’s patients and post-operative care, and this community specializes in physical, occupational and speech-based therapies. Residents have the option of private rooms or suites, and an extensive list of amenities including a DVD and movie library, computer access, chaplain visits and six courtyards where they can relax and get some fresh air. Weekly outings are enjoyed and flexible visiting hours allow residents to see loved ones at their convenience.
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University Park Care Center is located in Pueblo, Colorado, near Walking Stick Golf Course and Drew Dix Park. Assisted living services are available for short-term rehab, long-term care, Alzheimer’s p
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University Park Care Center is located in Pueblo, Colorado, near Walking Stick Golf Course and Drew Dix Park. Assisted living services are available for short-term rehab, long-term care, Alzheimer’s patients and post-operative care, and this community specializes in physical, occupational and speech-based therapies. Residents have the option of private rooms or suites, and an extensive list of amenities including a DVD and movie library, computer access, chaplain visits and six courtyards where they can relax and get some fresh air. Weekly outings are enjoyed and flexible visiting hours allow residents to see loved ones at their convenience.
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2515 Pitman Place, Pueblo, CO, 81004
Residents are treated very poorly at times. If you care about your loved ones do not send them here.
Poor food
No activities
Stay in rooms all day
Only a couple of phones
No mail
Residents are treated very poorly at times. If you care about your loved ones do not send them here.
Poor food
No activities
Stay in rooms all day
Only a couple of phones
No mail
855 Hunter Drive, Pueblo, CO, 81001
1008 MINNEQUA AVENUE, Pueblo, CO, 81004
1610 SCRANTON AVENUE, Pueblo, CO, 81004
400 W 16TH STREET, Pueblo, CO, 81003
0903 MOORE DRIVE, Florence, CO, 81226
Nursing Home Costs in Pueblo, CO
In 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 Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
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.
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
Nursing home (private room)
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Pueblo, CO
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.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including 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.
Free Resources for Seniors in Pueblo, CO
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
