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Beautiful Colorado Springs, with its stunning scenery and temperate weather, has more and more seniors moving there and falling in love with it every day. There’s always something to do or somewhere beautiful to enjoy. Our 25 partnering assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs give you or your loved one a perfect place to thrive. If you’re in need of an extra hand with daily activities, compassionate help with dressing or medications, and a lively social community, you’ll find all this and more at Colorado Springs’ assisted living communities.

In this guide, we explore our assisted living partners within a 10-mile radius of downtown Colorado Springs. We walk you through what to expect within a community, based on our proprietary data and what real residents are reporting, as well as costs and how to pay. We also share local and state-specific regulations for assisted living communities, important senior resources in Colorado Springs, and local senior-specific attractions.

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88 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.8
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Brookdale and their entire staff has always been very pleasant and attentive to my mother. She can sometimes be a challenge and they always do very well with her.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Home Sweet HomeNestled in the beautiful city of Colorado Springs, this is the place where you can wake up each and every morning knowing the world is yours to embrace. As a resident in our assisted living and memory care community, you are no longer responsible for things like cooking, cleaning...
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99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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68 reviews
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It's a friendly place to live. Meals are delivered to your room when you are sick and staff take great care of you. We also have great social activities!
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
An Elevated LifestyleDo you want to exchange the burdens of things like cooking, cleaning and raking the yard for a community that handles all the household chores so you can do more of the things you love? Here at our assisted living community in Colorado Springs, you can experience all the...
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1313 Floor plans available
9.3
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9.3
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My mother is thriving at Palisades. They really seem to care about the residents and work hard to keep them engaged. My mother, who has Alzheimer's, was adamantly opposed to moving out of her house and into...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Palisades at Broadmoor Park represents a new approach to Senior Living. Built in 2008, The Palisades is an award winning example of innovation within the senior living industry. Our residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a world class retirement community that is both elegant and...
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9.3
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Very nice entrance courtyard and lobby wide hallways, storage area good lighting elevator access on both ends washer and full dryer in each until high ceiling mail delivery and key access microwave is too...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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9.3
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Overall, it's a great place! The place always seems bright and clean. The staff is typically very friendly and helpful, just turnover of caregivers seems high (but I believe that would be for any...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Legend of Colorado Springs, an assisted senior living and memory care community, residents enjoy endless blue skies, beautiful, natural scenery of Pikes Peak from a sprawling second-floor balcony, along with the perfect blend of amenities and services that make residents feel right at...
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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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My loved one is currently a resident at MorningStar Memory Care at Bear Creek and overall everything has been great for her at this facility so far. Since the move in process is naturally a difficult and...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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I like about bout everything I've experienced in this community. The food is quite good and the company is some fun. Living in a building apart from the main building is to my liking. Over all grade A.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Stone Creek of Flying Horse is an upscale Senior Living Community located adjacent to the 7 th hole of the beautiful Club of Flying Horse Golf Club. This Senior Living Community offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living. There are big mountain views of Pikes Peak and the Air...
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55 Floor plans available
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I am the guardian for my sister. My sister was moved from another facility, which did not serve her, to Springs Ranch in [date removed]. [name removed] at Springs was instrumental in completing this swiftly...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Springs Ranch Memory Care is family owned by the Koelsch family and their specialty has been memory care since 1958. Springs Ranch was built 4 years ago and is an upscale beautiful community customized with the intention of providing the finest living experience for those with memory impairment....
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1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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The food servers were wonderful and paid close attention to what Mom could chew and what she loved to eat. The activities were wonderful, I just wish Mom had been able to enjoy more of them. There were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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1414 Photos available
2525 Floor plans available
9.0
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Residence you will ever find! I am in my tenth year here. We have a wonderful care staff! We have activities galore! The food is great! We are truly a family! Come and visit.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
With fewer chores, you can have more adventures. So what are you waiting for?Set against the dramatic backdrop of Pikes Peak and the Rocky Mountains in Colorado Springs, our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, has four levels of care on one campus, including independent living,...
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99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.0
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41 reviews
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The facility has a home-like feeling. There is a central courtyard that is easy to access and allows for safe outdoor time. The staff are friendly and attentive. I can't specifically speak to move in or...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Brookdale BriargateRedefine your retirement experience and reclaim your independence, here at Brookdale Briargate. Residents in need of memory care options can find the tailored support they need to make their days feel simple and enjoyable. Here, staff members use an exclusive Personalized...
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88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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They have an excellent activity director and activities for the residents. [name removed] the director is excellent in working with me about any concerns. I feel she goes above and beyond to help all she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Winslow Court offers large and affordable apartment homes in a fun, friendly, and active retirement community. We offer three excellent and nutritious meals per day served restaurant-style and residents select from a hot breakfast, and a variety of menu options for lunch and supper. We offer...
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We are very happy with New Day Cottages at Turner! What we like about New Day Cottages the most is that all residents sit down together between 2 tables for meals. Family style. The larger facilities had...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
New Day Cottages offers Assisted Living in a Warm, Welcoming Environment, Designed to Provide our Elders with the Comforts of Home. We provide intellectual, physical, emotional and spiritual support in a family atmosphere while assuring the comfort and safety of our elders. Our Services:...
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66 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.5
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When we first visited, we were greeted by a very light and airy facility that had happy residents and happy staff. Broadmoor Court feels more like a hotel nice hotel then an assisted living place. My...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Broadmoor Court's bright, airy community welcomes residents to a lifestyle that supports their independence and their family's peace of mind. Nestled in an established neighborhood with easy access to south Colorado Springs, Woodland Park, and the Broadmoor, resident families love our convenient...
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1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
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49 reviews
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I'm rating on my experience while there, however my brother is the client. Yes we would recommend the community to other families. They've been very accommodating to me. Received feedback well. Try to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise at University Park sits in the heart of North Colorado Springs. Our community is situated in the prestigious University Park neighborhood, with over 100 acres of open space and trails available. We offer Assisted Living and Memory Care, hosting and supporting a monthly Alzheimer's...
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8.4
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59 reviews
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Overall, this is a very nice facility. I have two family members there: one in Memory Care and the other in an Assisted Living apartment. The staff in MC is lovely--friendly, helpful, reassuring, etc. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bear Creek Senior Living is an exceptional senior care community located in the vibrant and growing city of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Our community is ideally located in a quiet area of the city boasting a view of Cheyenne Mountain, just a short distance from Red Rock Canyon Park and with...
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1111 Photos available
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We give the overall experience at 4, it would be a five if they hadn't fired so many other really good staff they had there, and change their leadership so many times. However, yes we would recommend this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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I picked The Bridge because I liked it better. Most people do that. I didn't have lots of options with the nursing care Mom required. And the Bear Creek location was not desirable for most visitors for...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Bridge at Colorado Springs features the finest in Assisted Living. With stunning surroundings, outstanding services and an abundance of amenities, our residents are proud to call The Bridge at Colorado Springs home. Independent Living combines community living with the privacy of your own...
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1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.0
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If the resident needs assistance with mobility, this is not the best option but for those who need very little help with mobility or daily life activities, it is a great and welcoming environment. We picked...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In the spirit of love, Bethesda Adult Communities provides an environment where vintage lives blossom.  We strive to cultivate a vibrant, active and healthy community.  Bethesda Adult Communities are apart of a non-profit Christian based organization that have been caring for seniors...
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The staff at New Day at that time were phenomenal. They truly cared for my mom. When she was in hospice there, they held her, and cried with us and truly felt her loss themselves. Some of them still text to...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
New Day Cottages at Pine Creek is a newly constructed residential care home situated in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in El Paso County. This one level ranch style cottage has a gorgeous view of Pikes Peak. Our group home residents enjoy regular outings to restaurants, picnics, and cultural fairs...
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1010 Photos available
1919 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
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Very happy with this senior community. Lots of activities. Friendly staff and care team. The food is good but not great. Interior is nicely decorated. Apartments are roomy with multiple pull cords in each...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community? Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we call Retirement Perfected™Bonaventure provides the highest level of service and value you'll find anywhere. Our...
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The staff are friendly and the residence is clean at Constant Care Woodburn. Communication with the family is good. The move in process went pretty smoothly. The staff makes all of the meals right there in...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Constant Care has been serving the elderly citizens of Colorado Springs for 10 years.Constant Care Woodburn is in beautiful Colorado Springs, CO. We at Constant Care are proud of our beautiful view to the west (the foothills of the Rocky Mountains), and our family type care facility. Our assisted...
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2121 Photos available
1717 Floor plans available
7.5
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My mom was in the Memory Care for only 1 month as she was needing the next level of care. The care givers were always very friendly, caring. and attentive. They seemed to genuinely like and care about my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Liberty Heights at Northgate is an assisted living community in the city of Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado for those seniors who are seeking memory care services. When a senior is seeking a great place to live in the city of Colorado Springs, they will find that in this community. The...
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88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.3
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I know my mom is more comfortable in a smaller group of people. She has many new friends and seems pretty happy here. The staff are attentive and helpful with plenty of extra activities. Good food and nice...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Time to Enjoy the Good LifeImagine waking up in a place that gives you the freedom to redefine what it means to be independent. When you move into our assisted living and memory care community, you have every opportunity to do just that. Because we handle all the household chores like cooking,...
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1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
6.3
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33 reviews
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33 reviews
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High employee turnover & laundry/clothing is a problem. It doesn't seem like they do much for activities. Cost seems to be high, but yes I would recommend this community to other families based on the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Lark Springs offers Alzheimer's and dementia care in Colorado Springs. Our hillside setting is just minutes away from downtown and nearby several shopping areas. Our ideal location is also nearby numerous skilled nursing facilities, if ever needed.Our single-story community has 60 one-bedroom...
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Costs of assisted living in the Colorado Springs area

In Colorado Springs, an assisted living apartment in 2022 averaged $4,683 for a one bedroom, and $5,670 for a two bedroom.

Starting baseline costs typically include services and amenities like the following:

  • Gourmet, restaurant-style dining
  • Private living accommodations
  • Housekeeping
  • Linen and laundry services
  • Social, intellectual, and spiritual connection opportunities
  • 24/7 emergency call systems
  • Fitness and physical therapy gyms
  • Robust programming and activity calendars

The following are services that may incur additional costs, which may or may not be rolled into your monthly fees:

  • Care level. This cost fluctuates depending on whether seniors only need reminders or need caregivers help to dress, bathe, or administer medication. For reference, these costs ranged from $451 for low care needs up to $1,900 for high care needs.
  • Pet rent. This fee includes care and varies depending on how many pets a resident has and how big they are. For reference, Colorado Springs has a median of $750 per month for pet rent among our partners. Remember that this number also includes caring for the pet, like walking, feeding, and cleaning up after.
  • Additional occupant fees. In our partner assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs, this fee currently averages at $875 for a second person, which is less than the state average of $995. Remember this additional fee grants the additional occupant access to all of the baseline amenities and services listed above.

Below you’ll find a chart that will give you a sense of the baseline costs without additional fees of assisted living in the broader Colorado Springs area.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Colorado Springs, CO vs. nearby cities

Colorado Springs, CO
$5,071/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Colorado Springs, CO vs. the state and national average

Colorado Springs, CO
$5,071/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Colorado Springs vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,071/mo
$5,089/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Colorado Springs, CO by room type

Semi-Private
$4,588/mo
Private
$6,500/mo
Studio
$4,991/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,608/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,063/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,820/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Colorado Springs over time

Colorado Springs, COCO stateNational

What families are saying about assisted living in Colorado Springs

Recent reviews for assisted living in Colorado Springs

Winslow Court in Colorado Springs, CO

4.7
My mother was previously a resident at Winslow Court and the experience was great. As for the value for cost, it is very difficult for our elderly's families to afford what all facilities are charging. Overall, I would recommend this facility to others.

The Bridge at Colorado Springs

4.9
bingo, movie nights, seem to like it. Right now they have a special where the price is locked no matter what is needed and we got that promotion. I have refereed two of my clients that needed some help with their parents. Feels homey!

Broadmoor Court in Colorado Springs, CO

4.3
Very nice people and clean, upbeat place. Slow getting going with administrative tasks. I'm happy mom is here. She will do well and seems happy. A few surprises; Didn't realize medicare supplement insurance is only regional and only changed at months end. This lapse caused some expensive drug ...
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Colorado Springs review score based on 210 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 210 reviews of 44 Colorado Springs assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Colorado Springs review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Colorado Springs review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Colorado Springs, CO44 facilities
8.1
Manitou Springs, CO42 facilities
7.7

Review subcategories for Colorado Springs assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 210 reviews of 44 Colorado Springs assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Colorado Springs resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Colorado Springs, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

How people pay for assisted living in Colorado Springs

Families can pay for assisted living in a number of sustainable ways. Most use a combination of public and private sources to fund their time in assisted living. As a general rule, families that begin planning early have more options overall. To help you explore some of these options, you can view our complete guide to paying for long-term care.

Below, you’ll find information on typical private and public payment methods. We also provide resources that may help low-income and disabled seniors in Colorado Springs access eligible benefits, like Medicaid, Medicare, and veterans benefits. You’ll learn how to start navigating your resources to pay for home health care or a move to an assisted living facility.

Private pay methods in Colorado Springs

In Colorado Springs, seniors typically use their personal resources to pay for their ideal assisted living community. The more resources a family has, the more assisted living options they’ll have available. Additional income sources may include investment returns, pensions, or any of the following:

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VA benefits for assisted living in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs has been named among the best places for veterans to live in recent years. The area has a strong local Army and Air Force presence between Fort Carson and the U.S. Air Force Academy. Support for veterans abounds here, making Colorado Springs an ideal place to settle into assisted living.

Colorado Springs has several veterans’ membership programs in local communities that offer valuable resources and wonderful events for seniors. You’ll also find local resource centers and veterans service officers available to help you secure federal veterans benefits. If you’re a veteran or a veteran’s spouse, read on to learn about local resources and VA benefits that can help during your stay in assisted living.

Veterans benefits

Veterans or spouses of deceased veterans in Colorado Springs can use benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (or the VA) to cover the costs of assisted living. If a veteran is disabled and enrolled in VA health care, they may apply for additional benefits on top of their pension, such as the Aid and Attendance benefit. This benefit is generous and can be used for anything improving quality of life, such as living in an assisted living community or in-home health care.

Enrollment for veterans benefits can be tricky to navigate. We recommend speaking to a knowledgeable veterans advisor before applying in order to more successfully receive your rightful benefits as a veteran or surviving spouse.

Resources for Colorado Springs veterans

In Colorado Springs, and more generally in El Paso County, the Pikes Peak library system offers a wealth of veterans information through its veterans resource section. These resources cover everything from local veterans gatherings to how to receive benefits to additional support for veterans’ basic needs.

For more support, local veteran service centers, such as the local American Legion Posts or Colorado Veterans Project, can help a senior get enrolled in a VA benefits program. You can also find a detailed outline of veterans benefits through the Pikes Peak Agency on Aging (PPACG). Local services available as a Colorado Springs veteran may include the following:

  • Educational resources
  • Benefit advising
  • Legal partners for claim help
  • Financial assistance and food security

Additional ways you can access veterans advocacy:

Explore more resources below.

 

54300

Number of veterans who live in Colorado Springs

Number of veterans living in the state of Colorado

Resources for Colorado Springs veterans

Colorado Springs veterans resources
Colorado Springs Disabled American Veterans chapter
Colorado Springs American Legion posts
Colorado Springs VFW posts

VFW Post 4051 – The Pikes Peak Post
430 E. Pikes Peak Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: 719-632-9874

VFW Post 101 – Marion L Willis Post
702 South Tejon St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: 719-632-2776
Hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 3 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

VFW Post 3917 – Cheyenne Mountain Post
4715 Clearview Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
Phone: 719-392-8677
Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Colorado Springs Medicaid for assisted living

Colorado Springs seniors receive benefits through Colorado Community Health Alliance (also known as CCHA), the local branch of Colorado’s greater Medicaid program called Health First Colorado. While CCHA doesn’t provide benefits toward paying for assisted living, they do offer assistance with certain prescription drugs and durable medical equipment, such as the following:

  • Crutches
  • Oxygen
  • Wheelchairs
  • Gait trainers

CCHA also offers a helpful list of health information for seniors on their website that you can explore for answers to all kinds of general health questions. For more general questions about adult Medicaid programs, check out the Pike’s Peak Area Agency on Aging (PPACG). They released a helpful 2022 Medicaid book detailing all state-specific Medicaid and veteran programs. They also released a 2022 Yellow Book — a senior information and assistance directory.

Home and Community Based Services

Additional medical and nonmedical assisted living services can be covered through Home and Community-Based Services (also known as HCBS) waivers. This is Health First Colorado’s Medicaid waiver program that can be used in assisted living facilities contracted with a resident’s managed care provider or in the senior’s home. This HCBS waiver enables individuals to live and get care in the home or community of their choice rather than in an institutional setting.

HCBS waiver programs can help cover costs for the following types of assisted living services in Colorado:

  • Personal care
  • Nursing services
  • Medical supplies
  • Personal aids, such as eyeglasses, orthotic devices, hearing aids, and orthopedic shoes
  • Respite care
  • Physical, speech, and occupational therapies

Health First Colorado also offers an Elderly, Blind, and Disabled (EBD) waiver for seniors and people with disabilities that may help pay for care in assisted Living. Health First Colorado also has specific HCBS waivers for adults with the following health complications:

  • Brain injuries
  • Mental health needs
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Developmental disabilities

Be sure to speak with a Health First Colorado representative to help determine eligibility and choose an HCBS waiver. An ombudsman through the PPACG can help with any issues you may encounter as you try to access Medicaid benefits and other long-term care service complications. Get started by exploring the resources on Health First Colorado benefits and waivers below.

Colorado Springs resident Medicaid resources

Health services and resources for Coloradans

Health First Colorado
1570 Grant St.
Denver, CO 80203
Phone: 800-221-3943
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Medicare assisted living coverage in Colorado Springs

Medicare will not cover room and board fees in an assisted living community, but it does cover many medical costs that occur in long-term care costs might include medical equipment, hospital stays, and some prescription medications.

If you’d like to know what Medicare specifically will cover in Colorado Springs, dial 2-1-1 or visit the federal Medicare website. You can also find help at your local Social Security Administration office and through an ombudsman with the Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging. Ombudsmen act as advocates to ensure you get the Medicare services you need. Additionally, the following programs can also assist seniors with health care benefits:

Colorado Springs resident Medicare resources

Local assistance programs for Colorado Springs residents

Colorado regional SHIP location

Phone: 888-696-7213

Ombudsman program website

Agency on Aging Ombudsman: 719-471-2096

Understand Colorado laws and regulations for assisted living facilities

In Colorado, assisted living facilities must meet the needs of their residents and must not admit seniors whose needs cannot be met by the staffing’s expertise. Because of this, assisted living facilities must conduct a pre-admission assessment of potential, would-be residents. This assessment seeks to understand a person’s capacity for self-care, overall health information, and their physical, social, and mental needs.

The community itself must be able to provide the following services to residents:

  • A physically safe and sanitary environment
  • Protective oversight
  • Room and board
  • Social care and resident engagement
  • Personal care services
  • A system for addressing resident concerns
  • Nursing services, as long as care needs don’t exceed regular 24-hour medical care[03]

Additionally, in the state of Colorado, assisted living residences cannot provide a fully equipped kitchen inside the residents’ units. Instead, lodgings often come equipped with miniature versions comparable to what one might find in a hotel room — kitchenettes with mini-fridges and microwaves.[01]

Regulating bodies in Colorado Springs

Assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs are licensed by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). The Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division oversees adult care and assisted living facilities and is responsible for performing quality and safety inspections. To review any licensed facility, you can view all inspection reports for the past five years on their website.

For a deeper understanding of Colorado regulations and how they impact your loved one’s stay in assisted living, you can also review the following information:

Medicaid and Medicare certification for assisted living facilities

Some assisted living communities may be eligible for Medicaid and Medicare certification. This allows facilities to bill Medicaid or Medicare for some health care services provided to residents. It also means the assisted living facility has to adhere to strict health care guidelines and participate with regular inspections by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Colorado Department of Health contact information

4300 Cherry Creek Drive
South Denver, CO 80246
Phone: 303-692-2836
Email: cdphe.healthfacilities@state.co.us

COVID-19 regulations for Colorado Springs assisted living facilities

Assisted living facilities in Colorado Springs are required to adhere to guidelines to keep residents safe from COVID-19, as the coronavirus poses a risk to seniors. In keeping with updated federal guidelines, visitors are allowed, but the following guidelines are still in place for Colorado Springs assisted living facilities:

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Vaccinations. COVID-19 vaccines must be made available to residents, and vaccination is encouraged for all residents and staff.

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Facility cleanliness. Surfaces must be disinfected frequently to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection.

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Masking. Assisted living staff must be masked at all times in the facility and in public. Residents must wear a mask.

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Staff safety. Staff must use approved personal protective equipment when necessary.

What to expect from assisted living in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs has an undeniably lively senior community, and among all the senior living options available here, assisted living is the biggest care type in our partner network. We know that every year, more seniors are moving down from the mountains or up from around the country to be in the Springs. But what is it about the assisted living options here that make them special? Explore the common features of assisted senior living in Colorado Springs below.

Resort-style amenities and services

In many ways, the assisted living options in Colorado Springs resemble an all-inclusive resort. Residents can truly embrace the sense of a permanent vacation with the relaxation and renewal opportunities in Colorado Springs’ assisted living communities. Everything you need is within arm’s reach, like these luxurious amenities and services:

  • On-site bistros and chef-cooked meals
  • On-location banks and clinics
  • Movie theater rooms
  • Concierge services
  • Therapeutic swimming and exercise pools
  • Putting greens

Most essential errands are on-site, so you don’t have to leave the community to get what you need. Practical details are thought out in advance, with baseline amenities and services, such as the following:

  • Guest suites for visiting family
  • Fitness centers
  • Community spaces, such as game rooms or gardens
  • Security features, such as emergency call systems
  • Accessible ramps, handrails, stair lifts, and wide doorways

On-site activities

While there are plenty of outdoor attractions to fill your time in El Paso County, there’s never a dull moment inside the assisted living communities of Colorado Springs.

Creative souls can enjoy an afternoon of dancing to nostalgic hits or a dreamy waltz around the room. Those musically inclined can serenade the community on one of the pianos that several facilities offer — many residents love an afternoon of hymns or popular favorites from years gone by. Crafty types might enjoy some of these hands-on activities scheduled throughout the week:

  • Card-making
  • Painting
  • Flower arranging
  • Working with fiber arts

Social connection is a big part of the good life in assisted living, and partner communities offer many opportunities for connection. Most feature happy hours, social mixers, and holiday celebrations. Several even host moderated Ted Talk debates, for seniors who love to exchange ideas. Bible studies and Communion are often available for seniors wanting to connect over spiritual values. Or, for a carefree afternoon, enjoy a game day with your neighbors with options like the following:

  • Corn hole
  • Yahtzee
  • Bingo
  • Puzzles
  • Chess
  • Poker
  • Pool

Personalized, relationship-based care

Reviewers of assisted living communities in Colorado Springs praise the warm and respectful experiences they have here — to quote one reviewer, “I hate to call them ‘staff’ as they treat [my loved one] like family.” There’s an overarching feeling that the staff really do care for residents in these assisted living communities.

Offering personalized care also means communicating without language barriers. While the overwhelming majority of facilities in Colorado Springs speak English, there’s also a wealth of other languages represented in some facilities. For example, languages spoken in some of our partner assisted living communities in Colorado Springs include the following:

  • Spanish
  • American Sign Language
  • Japanese
  • Filipino
  • Dutch
  • French
  • German
  • Hungarian
  • Italian
  • Polish
  • Vietnamese

From personalized experiences to thoughtful details, it’s the relational, person-centered care available at our partner assisted living communities that makes all the difference.

Colorado Springs assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Colorado Springs assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Colorado Springs, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Colorado Springs assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Colorado Springs that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Colorado Springs, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.8%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.4%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.5%
53.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Colorado Springs assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Colorado Springs Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Colorado Springs, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.2%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.8%
13.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Colorado Springs assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Colorado Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Colorado Springs, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.4%
13%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Colorado Springs assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Colorado Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Colorado Springs, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Colorado Springs assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Colorado Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Colorado Springs, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
56.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.6%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
56.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.8%
45.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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Elevation in feet of Colorado Springs at its highest point

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Percentage of seniors 65 and older living in Colorado Springs

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Percentage of assisted living facilities also offering memory care

Health care for seniors in Colorado Springs

Longtime Coloradans will be familiar with the altitude differences between the small mountain towns and Colorado Springs. Some seniors living further up in the mountains experience breathing issues, which brings them down to Colorado Springs as their health requires a lower elevation. Colorado Springs still has a relatively high elevation compared to the rest of the country, averaging around 6,000 feet above sea level. If you’re moving from out of state, you may find it beneficial to get heart and lung testing before settling at Colorado Springs’ altitude.[01]

The fantastic hospitals in Colorado Springs are one of the major draws in the city, whether you’re moving as a senior or a young health care professional. The quality of the hospital systems in the Springs attracts talent from around the country. Two hospital systems in particular stand out above the rest for excellent care and specializations in senior health.

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UCHealth Memorial Hospital

Ranked No. 1 in Colorado Springs, UCHealth Memorial is also high performing in 11 adult conditions and procedures. According to U.S. News and World Report, UCHealth provides excellent care in lung and cardiac issues among patients.

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Penrose-St. Francis Health Services from Centura Health

Penrose-St. Francis is another highly regarded hospital in the Colorado Springs metro area. Ranked highly in six adult procedures and conditions, Penrose-St. Francis specializes in cardiac conditions, orthopedics, neurology, and nephrology.

Transportation for seniors in Colorado Springs

In Colorado Springs, about 60% of our partnering assisted living communities offer complimentary transportation and 40% offer transportation at cost.

Most people use cars to get their errands done throughout the city. While some errands will still require a caregiving companion, Colorado Springs has plentiful ADA-compliant options to help seniors in assisted living navigate the city. For visiting family and friends without cars of their own, there are several ways of getting around the city.[01]

  • Envida serves seniors and people with disabilities throughout the Colorado Springs metro area. View their service map on the linked Envida website, or call 719-633-4677 for specific route and service information.
  • Mountain Metropolitan ADA Paratransit serves riders with disabilities. Residents with disabilities who cannot safely use the metropolitan bus services can use Mountain Metro’s ADA paratransit service to ensure safe transportation.
  • FindHelp offers a wealth of resources for contacts in everything from transit to food to care. With more than 30 transportation providers serving seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities, you’re sure to find options on their Colorado Springs transportation page.

Active seniors will find Colorado Springs only moderately walkable, according to Walkscore.com’s transit scores listed below, which range from zero to 100.[05]

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36

Walk Score

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19

Transit Score

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45

Bike Score

Senior activities in Colorado Springs

From incredible scenery to joy-filled senior communities, Colorado Springs offers the best of city amenities with mountainous beauty. Explore activities for Colorado Springs seniors below.

Enjoying the outdoors

Colorado Springs sits in the shadow of Pikes Peak, and assisted living communities often organize off-site trips up the peak. This makes for a stunning drive with community neighbors or visiting friends. If you’d prefer to travel by train, the Cog railway takes you all the way to the top of the peak to enjoy the multi-state view.

For a train tour slightly further out, you might consider a trip on the Royal Gorge Route Railroad. This nationally celebrated route offers incredible panoramic views, while passengers enjoy luxurious dining and a full bar in a vintage mid-century coach. This round-trip tour travels 24 miles through the Royal Gorge Region.

Active seniors can also enjoy a leisurely stroll with loved ones among natural wonders with an afternoon in the Garden of the Gods. Additionally, for those who use a wheelchair, there are plenty of trails with smooth pavement and wide paths. Explore this list of 10 accessible Colorado Springs trails for your family’s next foray into the mountains.

Community fun

Closer to downtown, the Colorado Springs Senior Center holds community health classes, movie nights, counseling services, and other activities. Additionally, the Colorado Springs Over 50 activities website features dozens of events, discounts, and education opportunities for seniors.

Colorado Springs residents also love a good party, and the city holds multiple festivals and parades throughout the year. Perennial favorites include the  Festival of Lights Parade and its 100 illuminated and decorated entries every year. The Labor Day Liftoff is another popular event, with hot air balloons and festivities set against the backdrop of the Colorado Rockies.

ADA-accessible activities

With its rapidly growing population and vibrant senior social scene, Colorado Springs is becoming increasingly more accessible for everyone to enjoy. The following are a few wheelchair-accessible museums that one might visit on a day trip hosted by a local assisted living community:

  • The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum is unquestionably one of the world’s best, most inclusive and accessible museums. Olympic enthusiasts will love learning more about Olympians over the years and their moments of glory.
  • The Money Museum is a favorite among avid coin collectors and a fascinating dive into the history of currency.
  • The Ghost Town Museum is a Colorado gem exploring the history of railroad expansion and the gold rush.

Experiences are often best shared with loved ones. For accessible activities to do with the grandkids, try the following attractions:

Frequently Asked Questions

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The average cost of Assisted Living in Colorado Springs is $5,071 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

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The average cost of Assisted Living in Colorado Springs is $5,071 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

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  2. United States Census Bureau. (2023). Population estimates: Colorado Springs city, Colorado (V2022). [Data set]. QuickFacts.

  3. National Center for Assisted Living. (2022). Assisted living state regulatory review (2022 ed.).

  4. U.S News and World Report. (2023). Best Hospitals in Colorado.

  5. WalkScore. (2023). Colorado Springs.

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A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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United States Census Bureau. (2023). Population estimates: Colorado Springs city, Colorado (V2022). [Data set]. QuickFacts.

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National Center for Assisted Living. (2022). Assisted living state regulatory review (2022 ed.).

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U.S News and World Report. (2023). Best Hospitals in Colorado.

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