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Assisted living costs in Shawnee average about $5,227 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 258 communities in Shawnee. Our detailed directory has 4226 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Golden Lodge Assisted Living
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Golden Lodge Assisted Living is very accommodating in creating a program based on individual needs. We used them for respite care for my husband.
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.
Locally owned and operated Retirement Community, offering both Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Services. Golden Lodge is located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Our goal is to enhance the lives of people age 55-plus with an exceptional lifestyle, residences, programs, services and...
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The ratio of staff to residents is the best I'd found! As for the staff personally, they have been and are the sweetest, most dedicated, and hardworking group of people I've been around. They are welcoming...
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.
Serenity House Assisted Living, winner of the State Health Department 'Best Practice' award is one of the largest residential care home providers in Colorado. With 17 locations in Denver, Englewood, Centennial, Lakewood, and Littleton, Serenity House is able to offer its residents the best of all...
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5 on all - very impressive facility. The residents are in good spirits & friendly -- no complaints about rooms, staff, food or care.
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.
Serenity House Assisted Living, winner of the State Health Department 'Best Practice' award is one of the largest residential care home providers in Colorado. With 17 locations in Denver, Englewood, Centennial, Lakewood, and Littleton, Serenity House is able to offer its residents the best of all...
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The staff is the most positive thing. Very caring and kind. The house is very nice and well kept. Some lunches are not enjoyed much by my mom, but I'm not sure about the other meals. Overall a good...
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.
Serenity House Assisted Living, winner of the State Health Department 'Best Practice' award is one of the largest residential care home providers in Colorado. With 17 locations in Denver, Englewood, Centennial, Lakewood, and Littleton, Serenity House is able to offer its residents the best of all...
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What we like the most about the community is that it is very clean, my mom gets great care with nice people, university health physicians are right in the building as a clinic, it's just an overall good...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Kavod Senior Life (Kavod) is a place to call home. We have 26 spacious Assisted Living apartments, where our residents and care partners become like a second family. Kavod has been in operation since 1971. Our residents come from all faiths, traditions and backgrounds. We are an inclusive and...
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I would give a 5 to everything except for the activities. The staff were wonderful, so caring and patient. When it comes to the activities they seem like there could be more to do and less TV time. Yes I...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Serenity House Assisted Living, winner of the State Health Department 'Best Practice' award is one of the largest residential care home providers in Colorado. With 17 locations in Denver, Englewood, Centennial, Lakewood, and Littleton, Serenity House is able to offer its residents the best of all...
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Photo of Chelsea Place Memory Care
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My Dad has been a resident for two months. [name removed], the director is very approachable and responds quickly to any needs or concerns. The facility smells clean, the food is excellent and easy for...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Chelsea Place is a purpose built memory care community for seniors in the Denver area. Located in Aurora, Co, we are part of the Anthem Memory Care family of communities. We specialize in providing high quality care for seniors living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, by offering a...
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I would recommend to others and I have already. We were attracted to them because of the professionalism of the staff, smaller than others I saw ( I liked one floor), a warm feeling, the décor, clean, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Bethesda Gardens Monument was designed with service in mind. As part of a faith-based nonprofit organization with nearly 60 years of experience in senior care, we’ve channeled all that we’ve learned into meeting the senior living needs of the Tri-Lakes region — including Palmer Lake, Monument and...
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Things that stick out about sunrise. It is open and cheery. The residents look happy and cared for. It is clean. The staff is cheerful and friendly. I love the care my friend gets from the nurses when she...
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.
Sunrise at FlatIrons is a resort-style Sunrise Senior Living community located at 400 Summit Blvd in Broomfield, Colorado. Situated between the upscale Flatirons Crossing Mall and the Omni Interlocken Golf Course, Sunrise at FlatIrons offers a lifestyle free from the worries of home maintenance,...
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It is purely memory care. They are wonderful however my mom is active at 91 so we have had to request the staff to engage her more as the other patients are worse memory care than my mom. They have weekly...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The Safety They Need, The Peace of Mind You DeserveWe know it isn’t easy to transition your loved one’s care to someone else, which is why we go above and beyond to serve every senior with the dignity and respect they deserve. At our memory care community in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, your family...
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Photo of The Village of Bear Creek
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Facilities are very good, about 90% of the staff are great, food is okay, activities are good. Very fair regarding billing. I struggled most with getting the meds situated, my mom took a lot of meds, and I...
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.
Welcome to The Village of Bear Creek!Discover a new independence at our beautiful assisted living and memory care community in Lakewood, Colorado. Here you will experience the tranquility of a boutique-style campus with smaller buildings for a cozy home like setting. Enjoy time in your spacious...
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Some staff get a 5 like [name removed] and [name removed], but others especially the night staff, might get a 3, just because they were not as dedicated to my mom. I think over all as difficult as it was to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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High turn over in the dining area-slow service-staffing not good. Staff was very nice & accommodating. Yes I would recommend Bonaventure.
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.
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Photo of Balfour at Central Park
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I spent 6 months at Balfour recovering from a hip fracture and hip replacement. I did not need much care but what I got suited my needs perfectly. I made many good friends whom I still visit from time to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Balfour at Stapleton community incorporates all we have learned from our nearly 20 years of developing and operating senior housing in Colorado. Offering assisted living and memory care accommodations, found in all Balfour’s retirement communities in Denver, CO, paired with our signature...
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The staff members are very kind and the facility is well taken of. All senior facilities and hospitals do not have the sufficient number of employees.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Living Life To The FullestTucked in the charming and scenic town of Boulder, Colorado, you’ll find a wonderful assisted living community full of men and women who inspire you to wake up each morning and live life to the fullest. Free from the burdens of home maintenance and chores, you can fill...
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We moved my father here from independent living when he needed assisted-living. He was there for three months (before passing) and they were great! They were awesome at getting to know him, helping him as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Assisted Living Wheat Ridge – Join Our CommunityDedicated to making your retirement years carefree, MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Wheat Ridge provides seniors with the finest assisted living Wheat Ridge has to offer. Offering a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community, our...
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We had an excellent experience. The staff was incredibly kind and patient with us, our situation and our father.We picked the place because it was not overly big, location was good (there were closer...
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.
The Gardens at Columbine is a unique, locally owned and managed assisted living community located in the southwest metropolitan area of Denver in Littleton, Colorado. The Gardens offers residents and families not only a beautiful community it offers exceptional experience in senior care directed...
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It is a one year old facility, very modern and beautifully appointed. The dining room serves good food with variety. My 91 year old mother seems happy and is enjoying having many activities to choose from....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Conveniently located in Arvada, Colorado, our vibrant and pet-friendly senior living community opened in 2024. Offering residents a sense of belonging that comes with engagement and connection. Whether they are taking advantage of our extensive amenities and programming, socializing with...
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They are all very friendly, made my mother in law feel at home right away and made sure she didn't feel lonely. I do think that they should maybe offer more activities and the food is very bland and not...
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.
As Wheat Ridge, Colorado's longest-established senior living community, Mountain Vista offers a full CCRC providing all ranges of senior residency including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care and rehabilitation all conveniently located on the same campus. Renovations...
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It was the next best thing than being at their own home. It wasn't perfect like being at home but the entire staff no matter what their position was truly cared for the residents and were extremely caring...
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.
The Gardens on Quail is under new management as of April 1, 2021! The Gardens on Quail Retirement Community specializes in Assisted Living and Memory Care. The Gardens on Quail is an upscale, custom designed community where our residents can live their lives to their highest potential while being...
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The apartments are roomy, the staff is very attentive and understanding of my mothers needs. She's in hospice now and quite hard to deal with. The common areas are nice and they have plenty of activities....
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.
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Seems that the dining experience is not what I have previously experienced: Eggs were definitely powdered, other cold offerings ok, but sparse. Did like the coffee machine. Common spaces were clean and...
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.
Balfour Interiors teamed with Robert A.M. Stern Architects, LLP (RAMSA) to bring Balfour at Riverfront Park to life. For personal pampering, there’s a heated saltwater pool, steam room, and a full-service salon and spa with fully appointed lounges for men and women.Balfour at Riverfront Park...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Serenity House I and I LOVED this facility. Best place ever and the caretakers are amazing. [Names removed] were the most compassionate caretakers. I would recommend...
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.
Serenity House Assisted Living, winner of the State Health Department 'Best Practice' award is one of the largest residential care home providers in Colorado. With 17 locations in Denver, Englewood, Centennial, Lakewood, and Littleton, Serenity House is able to offer its residents the best of all...
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I’d give 4+ stars if possible. Overall, it seems like my mom’s happy. I used to oversee a senior apt. Complex. The state regulations are pretty detailed and I get the impression that the facility follows...
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.
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My loved one has been here for nearly two years. The moment I moved her in, the weight of the world was lifted off my shoulders. They just do such an amazing job caring for people with memory care issues....
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.
Our community is purposefully built for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related Dementias. Our Wellspring Memory Care program offers a life-affirming, theraputic environment where we emphasize strengths and support wellness. Home to approximately 52 individuals. Each house opens on to...
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Cost of assisted living in Shawnee, CO

The average cost of senior living in Shawnee is $5,227 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fairplay, CO with an average of $3,788 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shawnee, CO, vs. nearby cities

Shawnee, CO
$5,239/mo
$5,331/mo

Assisted living costs in Shawnee, CO, vs. state and national averages

Shawnee, CO
$5,239/mo
U.S. national average
$4,711/mo

Assisted living costs in Shawnee, CO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,239/mo
$5,707/mo

Assisted living costs in Shawnee, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,426/mo
Private
$5,833/mo
Studio
$6,072/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,503/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,604/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,348/mo

Senior living costs in Shawnee vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shawnee, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShawnee, COColoradoU.S.
Assisted Living$5,239/mo$5,172/mo$4,711/mo
Memory Care$5,707/mo$5,386/mo$4,945/mo
Independent Living$4,588/mo$4,436/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Shawnee, CO:$5,239/mo
Colorado:$5,172/mo
U.S.:$4,711/mo
Memory Care
Shawnee, CO:$5,707/mo
Colorado:$5,386/mo
U.S.:$4,945/mo
Independent Living
Shawnee, CO:$4,588/mo
Colorado:$4,436/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shawnee, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shawnee and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Shawnee, COCO stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Shawnee, CO

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shawnee have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shawnee, CO$5,871/mo$5,463/mo+7.5%
Colorado$5,700/mo$5,306/mo+7.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Shawnee, CO
2024 average cost:$5,871/mo
2023 average cost:$5,463/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$5,700/mo
2023 average cost:$5,306/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shawnee, CO

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Shawnee.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shawnee

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shawnee

Bethesda Gardens Thornton

4.3
When my loved one was ill, the staff were very responsive to our phone calls and also offered supportive and medical care to them. The staff are very friendly and caring.

Poppy's Place in Centennial, CO

4.8
The people are varied in ages and levels of needs and care, so I think it makes it a little tough for activities. I think they do as best as they can trying to keep everyon active. I think the staff is terrific. The food seems to be homestyle cooking and nutritious. I think you get a little more ...
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Blue Spruce Assisted Living Facility in Castle Rock, CO

5.0
Blue Spruce is a warm, caring and safe place for my 87 year old mother. Adele and her staff are very compassionate toward their patients and provide individual attention to each patients needs. The food choices are varied; and my mother has enjoyed them all! Twenty four hour care has been very ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and dedicated staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Legend at Broomfield, several families mention the long-term friendships that have developed between residents and caregivers. At Jackson Creek Senior Living, my dad really likes living th ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered in communities. For instance, at Harvard Square by Cogir, staff members organize a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools for swimming sessions, hikes and fishing days at nearby city parks, and more.
Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Reviews often highlight the frequent, detailed conversations that community staff members have with residents and their families to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Legacy Village of Castle Pines, the staff is excellent and the facilities are well run, with regula ...
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Access to health care services on-site. Some families express gratitude for the convenience of having health care services available on-site or nearby. For example, at The Belleview, my dad says that he loves being able to live there because he has access to medical care when he needs it.
Modern and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. At MorningStar of Parker, the recent renovations have updated the bathrooms and common areas, creating a modern and inviting atmosphere.
Supportive environment for socializing and connection. Reviews often highlight the positive impact of the community atmosphere on residents' social lives. For instance, at Harvard Square by Cogir, residents have made numerous friends and enjoy participating in various social events organized by the staff.
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Shawnee review score based on 899 family reviews

8.1
Review score225 facilities899 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 899 reviews of 225 Shawnee assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shawnee 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

Shawnee review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Shawnee, CO225 facilities
8.2
8.1
Montezuma, CO139 facilities

Review subcategories for Shawnee 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 899 reviews of 225 Shawnee assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shawnee 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.
Shawnee, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Shawnee assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shawnee assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shawnee, 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 Shawnee 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 Shawnee that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shawnee, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.7%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.4%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.2%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.3%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shawnee 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 Shawnee Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shawnee, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shawnee 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 Shawnee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shawnee, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
42.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.3%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Shawnee 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 Shawnee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shawnee, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
46%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shawnee 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 Shawnee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shawnee, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
54.9%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.9%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
55.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
42%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.4%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shawnee

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Colorado assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shawnee protect seniors.
Learn about Colorado assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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