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Assisted Living in Boulder, CO

Boulder, Colorado, has a history as a gold rush town and is now the home of the University of Colorado’s main campus. This mountain city is known for a rich and thriving arts and cultural scene, with plenty of local restaurants and shopping destinations. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder also has plenty to offer outdoor enthusiasts, with hiking in the summers and skiing and snow sports in the winters. Summers in the city are warm and sunny, and the winters are cold and often snowy, with freezing temperatures and blizzards common. Colorado offers a small tax break on retirement income, which may help seniors in Boulder afford assisted living. Individuals 65 and older number about 1 in 10 of Boulder’s population. Many of these seniors may seek accommodations in one of the area’s dozens of assisted living communities.

Assisted living facilities offer seniors residential living and assistance with daily living tasks, such as housework, meals, laundry and nonmedical personal care. According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in Boulder is $6,275 per month, which is over $1,000 higher than both the Colorado and national medians. 

The following guide to assisted living in Boulder provides cost comparisons, suggestions for how to pay for it and a list of resources in Boulder designed for older adults. 

5 Assisted Living communities in Boulder, CO | 16 nearby communities

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1. Sunrise of Boulder

3955 28th Street, Boulder, CO, 80301

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Brookdale Boulder Creek

3375 34th Street, Boulder, CO, 80301

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. MorningStar of Boulder

575 Tantra Dr, Boulder, CO, 80305

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Frasier Meadows

350 Ponca Place, Boulder, CO, 80303

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. The Mary Sandoe House – CLOSED

1244 Gillaspie Dr, Boulder, CO, 80305

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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16 matching communities nearby Boulder

1. Sunrise of Westminster

10280 North Sheridan Boulevard, Westminster, CO, 80020

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Sunrise at FlatIrons

400 Summit Blvd, Broomfield, CO, 80021

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Atria Longmont

2310 9th Avenue, Longmont, CO, 80503

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $4995 / mo

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4. MorningStar of Arvada

17351 West 64th Avenue, Arvada, CO, 80007

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Legend of Broomfield

12600 Lowell Blvd , Broomfield, CO, 80634

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Cinnamon Park Assisted Living

1335 CINNAMON STREET, Longmont, CO, 80501

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Waneka Park Assisted Living

225 Waneka, Lafayette, CO, 80026

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Gardens Care Senior Living – Quaker Acres

16821 West 74th Ave, Arvada, CO, 80007

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $5500 / mo

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9. The Gallery at Broomfield

1450 W 169th Ave, Broomfield, CO, 80023

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Cadence Broomfield by Cogir

4275 W 121st Ave, Broomfield, CO, 80020

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail

660 Old Laramie Trail, Lafayette, CO, 80026

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Balfour Retirement Community

1855 Plaza Drive, Louisville, CO, 80027

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Balfour Lavender Farms – Louisville

1800 Plaza Dr, Louisville, CO, 80027

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Beatrice Hover Assisted Living Residence

1380 Charles Drive, Longmont, CO, 80503

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Hover Manor Senior Apartments

1401 Elmhurst Drive, Longmont, CO, 80503

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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Balfour Longmont (Opening Fall 2020), Longmont, CO

16. Balfour Longmont (Opening Fall 2020)

1850 S Hover St, Longmont, CO, 80501

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Boulder

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Colorado. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in Boulder

The average cost of an assisted living facility in Boulder is $6,275 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Boulder

At an average of $6,275 per month, the cost of assisted living in Boulder is higher than the overall statewide average for Colorado of $4,750 and the national median of $4,500.

$6275

Boulder

$4750

Colorado

$4500

The United States

Boulders residents pay the most for assisted living in Colorado. Prices are lower in Denver at $5,500 per month and drop even more going further south to Colorado Springs and Pueblo at $4,663 and $3,800, respectively. Lower costs are also found near Colorado’s northern border with Wyoming in Fort Collins at $4,000 per month and near the Utah border in Grand Junction, at $4,250. Greeley residents pay a monthly average of $4,400 for assisted living, $1,850 less expensive than seniors in Boulder. 

$6250

Boulder

$5500

Denver

$4663

Colorado Springs

$3800

Pueblo

$4000

Fort Collins

$4250

Grand Junction

$4400

Greeley

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Boulder

Paying for asissted living facilities in Colorado

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Colorado.

Boulder Assisted Living Resources

ContactDescription
Boulder County Area Agency on Aging(303) 441-3570The agency on aging provides resources for seniors in Boulder that include outreach services and counseling, assistance applying for government benefits and an analysis of the needs of area seniors.
Boulder Vet Center(303) 440-7306This community counseling center helps military veterans and their surviving spouses with PTSD counseling, grief support groups and assistance obtaining benefits form the government.
Boulder Older Adult Services(303) x441-3388The Older Adult Services office empowers Boulder seniors through programs that offer education and counseling, nutrition, support groups, and various games and activities.
Boulder County Legal Service(303) 449-7575Seniors who meet income eligibility guidelines may receive legal help with civil cases, drafting wills, divorce and bankruptcy.
Boulder County Long-Term Care Ombudsman (LTCO) Program(303) 441-3570This free, confidential program advocates for residents of long-term care facilities. Caseworkers investigate complaints from residents in assisted living communities and their families.
Senior Center of Boulder County(303) 293-3320This community outreach program helps meet many of the needs of area seniors, offering a library and gift shop, social and educational programs, nutritional services and meal delivery, and a loan program for medical equipment.
City of Boulder Bus System(303) 441-3388Seniors aged 65 and older are eligible for a reduced fare bus pass. Paratransit services are also available.

Boulder Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Boulder area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Laws and Regulations for Assisted Living in Colorado