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9 Best Nursing Homes in Gunnison County, CO
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Gunnison County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Gunnison County, CO may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Gunnison County or another care type is right for you. Browse 9 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Gunnison County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Floresta, Irwin and Sapinero.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Gunnison County, CO
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My grandmother loved living at the homestead. The staff are very caring and very professional I always knew my grandmother was safe and taken care of. I would highly recommend the homestead. She loved the...
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.
At The Homestead at Montrose, we’re a welcoming independent and assisted living community where your needs are anticipated and accommodated – a comfortable, cheerful place you’ll be happy to call home.Delightful, flowering gardens and peaceful mountain views are the setting for Montrose assisted...
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19 reviews
We give a 5 rating on all areas so far. The staff is good but they need more help usually. We live in the independent cottages and they are perfect size for us. I would recommend Montage Creek to others...
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.
Savor the Golden YearsIf you want to live somewhere that provides you with all the comforts of home and the perks and conveniences of a destination resort, look no further. Because we provide independent and assisted living as well as memory care, we’re known as a continuing care retirement...
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We recently moved my father in law into spring creek and could not be happier! The facility and grounds are incredibly clean and well kept, and offer a sense of calmness. The homemade meals are wonderful....
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.
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.
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Gunnison County, CO
The average cost of senior living in Gunnison County is $5,112 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paonia, CO with an average of $4,386 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Gunnison County, CO vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Gunnison County, CO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Gunnison County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Gunnison County, CO by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Gunnison County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Gunnison County
Spring Creek Chalet in Montrose, CO
4.4
Spring Creek Chateau sits on 15 plus acres with lovely landscaping, outdoor patios, large pond and wildlife seeking refuge from the city.
Each apt has patio doors with their own access to the grounds. Three home cooked meals daily and a friendly, helpful staff. The Chateau is Independent ...
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Montage Creek in Montrose, CO
5.0
Location, facilities, staff. My loved one got very good care from the staff and Hospice. Also, my loved one was not there very long before they passed. I appreciate what they did for my loved one.
The Homestead at Montrose
5.0
I like the care and the staff at this community for my mom. We like knowing that the community is clean and maintained. The meals are very appealing and she enjoys the healthy variety. They offer a lot of nice activities for her to participate with the other residents. We would recommend the ...
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Gunnison County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gunnison County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gunnison County, 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 Gunnison County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Gunnison County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gunnison County, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
2.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gunnison County nursing homes
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 Gunnison County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gunnison County, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
5.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gunnison County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gunnison County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gunnison County, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
3.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Gunnison County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gunnison County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gunnison County, CONational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
40%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Gunnison County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Gunnison County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
0.4%
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The Homestead at Montrose, Spring Creek Chalet and Montage Creek are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Gunnison County, Colorado. See full list of communities.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Gunnison County
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