Assisted Living in Colorado

What is the average cost of assisted living in Colorado?

The average cost of assisted living in Colorado in 2020 is $4095 per month. The average monthly cost however can range, depending on location, from $3,800 to $4,750 per month. The most expensive areas of the state include Boulder, Grand Junction,  and Denver. The least expensive area in Colorado can be found in Pueblo. 

Does Medicare pay for assisted living in Colorado?

Most of the time Medicare does not give coverage to handle the costs of assisted living or long-term care.  There are some situations where Medicare will cover qualified healthcare costs at a certain facility for the duration needed to live there.  Medicare is generally used to cover the cost of home health care of skilled nursing facilities.

Does Colorado Medicaid cover assisted living?

Health First Colorado (HFC) is the name of the Medicaid plan in Colorado. HFC does not directly cover costs for assisted living facilities, but it offers a waiver program that can help cover expenses at state-licensed assisted living communities.

How many assisted living facilities are in Colorado?

There are a total of 554 assisted living facilities in Colorado.