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Arvada, Colorado, lies just northwest of Denver and offers stunning views of the Rocky Mountains. About 17% of the city’s 121,000 residents are aged 65 and older, which is a higher percentage of seniors than the state and national averages. This small city offers lots of ways for retirees to enjoy an active lifestyle. Walkable Olde Town Arvada features outdoor and fine dining options, one-of-a-kind shops, galleries and boutiques, as well as frequent fun festivals, concerts and cultural events. Outdoorsy seniors can explore the city’s 3,400 acres of parkland, hike or bike the more than 600 miles of trails, visit the Majestic View Nature Center with the grandchildren or go fishing at 180-acre Blunn Reservoir.
There are 16 assisted living facilities in Arvada, which have an average monthly cost of $4,500. Rates can vary between facilities, depending on the location and amenities offered.
Note: Data for Arvada was unavailable, so cost data for the nearest city, Denver, was used instead.
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The average cost of assisted living in Arvada is $4,500 per month, according to Genworth Financial’s 2019 Cost of Care Survey. This is several hundred dollars more than both the U.S. median of $4,051 and the Colorado average of $4,095. The average rate paid in Kansas is comparable at $4,473 per month, but costs are significantly lower in other states in the region. Assisted living averages $3,400 per month in Utah, $3,518 in Oklahoma and $3,750 in Texas.
Assisted living costs in Colorado cities differ by almost $1,000 per month, and the $4,500 average paid in Arvada is on the upper end of the price spectrum. Rates in Grand Junction and Boulder are $200-$250 higher than the average paid in Arvada, at $4,699 and $4,750, respectively. Monthly costs in Pueblo ($3,800) and Fort Collins ($3,848) are $600-$650 lower than the Arvada average, while seniors in Greeley ($3,988) and Colorado Springs pay about $500 less on a monthly basis for this level of care. Seniors looking to retire in a smaller city that offers easy access to the mountains and amenities in Denver may find the extra expense worthwhile.
Health First Colorado, the state Medicaid program, covers the cost of certain services in an assisted living setting, including speech, physical and occupational therapy treatments and hospice care. Seniors in need of more extensive assistance can apply for the Elderly, Blind and Disabled Medicaid Waiver. This waiver covers support and care services provided in an assisted living facility for seniors aged 65 and older who meet specific financial and functional criteria.
To learn more about the Elderly, Blind and Disabled Medicaid Waiver, including the eligibility requirements and covered benefits, visit our Assisted Living in Colorado page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Jefferson County Veterans Services | (303) 271-4574 | Accredited Veterans Services Officers with the JCVS can help Arvada senior veterans learn about and apply for service-related benefits. VSOs can help seniors determine their eligibility and assist with filing claims for VA health care coverage, pensions, disability compensation and supplemental monthly income through the Aid and Attendance and Housebound Allowance programs. |
| Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (303) 480-6734 | Colorado Long-Term Care Ombudsman volunteers advise residents of Arvada assisted living facilities about their rights under state and federal laws. Ombudsmen also investigate and help resolve residents’ complaints about neglect, abuse and issues with their living conditions and care. |
| Arvada Community Recreation Center | (303) 425-9583 | The Arvada Community Recreation Center, operated by the Apex Park and Recreation District, offers a variety of social and recreational activities to enrich the lives of the city’s older residents. Seniors can participate in fitness, computer, dance and art classes and join organized group trips. The center also hosts wellness checks, common-interest clubs and special events, such as art exhibits. |
| Aging and Disability Resource Center | (866) 959-3017 | The Denver Council of Governments is the designated Area Agency on Aging serving Jefferson County and Arvada. The AAA is also the local Aging and Disability Resource Center, which offers seniors a convenient way to access aging-related resources through its toll-free helpline. With one phone call, seniors can receive personalized long-term care options counseling and information about Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security, as well as referrals to available programs and services. |
| Via Mobility Services | (303) 447-2848 | Via Mobility’s paratransit program offers transportation services to eligible Arvada residents aged 60 and older. This shared-ride, wheelchair-accessible van service is available to any destination in the agency’s service area, and riders may request door-through-door service if extra assistance is needed. Seniors must apply and schedule rides three to five days in advance. |
| Colorado Legal Services | (303) 837-1313 | Arvada residents aged 60 and older may qualify for free legal advice and assistance through Colorado Legal Services. Eligible seniors can consult with an attorney and receive legal representation for civil matters related to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, consumer debt, senior rights and the preparation of living wills and durable powers of attorney. To qualify for assistance, seniors must meet certain income and asset guidelines. |
| Seniors’ Resource Center – Volunteer Programs | (303) 235-6943 | The Seniors’ Resource Center offers opportunities for Arvada seniors to put their life experience to work for their community through volunteering. The agency always has a need for volunteers in its Bill Payer, Neighbors to Neighbors and Tel-A-Sure programs and also offers administrative support and volunteer driver positions. |
Arvada assisted living facilities are licensed by the Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division of Colorado’s Department of Public Health and Environment and must follow strict laws and regulations. To learn more about the state’s requirements, visit our Assisted Living in Colorado page.