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10 Best Nursing Homes in Colby, CO
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Colby 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 Colby, 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 Colby or another care type is right for you. Browse 50 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Colby.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Eckert, Cory and Austin.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Grand Mesa, Cedaredge and Plateau City.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Colby, CO
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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.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal 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.
Nestled in the heart of Fruita, Colorado, Family Health West Memory Care is a small 26-bed secure assisted living facility committed to providing exceptional care for our residents and their families. We specialize in offering support to individuals with Alzheimer's, Dementia, and cognitive...
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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.
Cost of nursing homes in Colby, CO
The average cost of senior living in Colby is $4,407 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mesa Lakes, CO with an average of $3,986 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Colby, CO vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Colby
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Colby
The Lodge at Grand Junction
5.0
My father was only there a month before he passed away - but I would give them a 5 in all areas.
Everyone is very helpful. If you have a concern about any area or staff they address it immediately. The Lodge is a nice place to live in!
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.
Colby nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Colby nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Colby, 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 Colby 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 Colby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Colby, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
43.2%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.1%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.8%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.9%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.9%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.5%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.8%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.5%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Colby 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 Colby Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Colby, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40.5%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.6%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.9%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Colby 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 Colby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Colby, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.2%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.9%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
10.8%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.6%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Colby 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 Colby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Colby, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.4%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
21.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Colby 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 Colby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Colby, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
37.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
32.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aspen Ridge Alzheimer's Special Care Center, Western Slope Memory Care and The Lodge at Grand Junction are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Colby, Colorado. See full list of communities.
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