Find the Right Home Care near Denver, CO

 

Learn More About Home Care in Denver, CO

 

Home care, or in-home care, is a service which offers compassion and help to seniors who need assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and wish to remain in their homes. Levels of care vary according to need, and can include companionship, meal prep, cleaning, transportation, and help with ADLs like bathing and dressing. Home care aides are trained to understand the nuances of senior care but generally aren’t licensed to provide medical services.

Cost of Home Care Services in Denver, CO

The median monthly cost of in-home care is about $9,779 in Denver, and $4,957 in the state of Colorado, according to Genworth.

A Place for Mom’s local Senior Living Advisors can help find the right home care provider in Denver for you or your loved one.

 

Learn More About Denver, CO

 

Cost of Living

 

As one of the premier vacation and retirement destinations in the Rockies, Denver has an overall cost of living that is 30 points above the national average of 100. The ever-present scenic views mean that the average property value in the Mile High City is one of the highest in the county.

Cost-of-living index	Grocery index	Health care	Median rent	Rent burden	Median home value	Median family income	Estate tax	Sales tax
130	102	92.5	$1,372	19.4%	$322,837	$60,098	None	8.31%

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

An important factor in many seniors’ decisions to pick a location to live is the availability of quality medical communities. Denver is a major metropolitan area, and as such, offers many options for medical care. The following are the highest rated hospitals in the area:

• UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
• Porter Adventist Hospital
• Sky Ridge Medical Center

 

 

Weather and Climate

 

Denver has a semi-arid continental type of climate. This means that Denver experiences hot and dry summers with cold winters. Due to its elevation the city receives large amounts of snow each year. On average, the humidity level for Denver is roughly 37%. The humidity levels are often highest during the month of February at about 45%.

Seasonal Temperatures

Average summer temp	Typical summer high	Typical summer low	Average winter temp	Typical winter high	Typical winter low
73.5°F	92°F (July)	55°F (June)	34°F	49°F (January)	19°F (December)

 

Air Quality

Average air quality index rating	Average maximum air quality index rating
18 (Good)	48 (Good)

 

Precipitation

Average yearly rainfall	Average yearly snowfall
16.7”	60.2”

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Denver has a very diverse population, and as one of the fastest-growing American cities, has all the hallmarks of a modern metropolitan center. Frequently rated as offering a high quality of living, Denver is a place that people from all backgrounds feel comfortable calling home.

Since 1976, Denver has hosted the yearly PrideFest — an LGBTQ+ pride celebration which draws half a million people annually and is the third largest pride event in the country. Political leanings in Denver tend to be left of center, and in major elections the county often votes blue.

The Denver region is the 18th largest metro economy in the country and is home to several major corporations, such as AIMCO, the largest operator of apartment communities in the United States, employing approximately 3,500 people in the city of Denver. The Gates Corporation is also headquartered in the city, and is the world’s largest manufacturer of auto belts and hoses. The second-largest gold producer in North America, The Newmont Mining Company, also calls Denver home.

 

2016 Presidential Election for Denver County

Voted Democratic	Voted Republican	Voted Third Party
73.7%	18.9%	7.4%

 

Population Statistics

Population city metro	Population city proper	Population density	Population trend
2,787,266	704,621	1,774 people per square mile	Growing at a rate of 1.5%

 

Highest Level of Education

High-school diploma	College degree	Graduate degree
18%	47%	18%

 

Age

Median	0-14	15-29	30-44	45-59	60-74	75+
37	17.7%	21%	22.5%	19.5%	14.2%	5.1%

 

Race & Ethnicity

Asian	Black	Hispanic	Native American	Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian	White	Two or more	Other or Not Specified
3.6%	9.5%	30.5%	1%	0.1%	76.9%	3.4%	5.5%

 

Crime

Property crimes per 1,000 citizens	Violent crimes per 1,000 citizens
37.3	7.4

 

Miscellaneous

Unemployed	Participate in the labor force	Have some form of disability	Live in poverty	Widows	Veterans
5%	71%	10%	15%	4%	6%

Denver is considered very friendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. This means that members of the community are accepted by the general public and can actively participate in public life without fear of bigotry.

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

As a large city, Denver has much to offer in the way of entertainment and recreation. The state of Colorado has a reputation as a paradise to those who love the outdoors, and has plenty of options for nature lovers to take in the scenic beauty of the West in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains.

The Denver Art Museum contains over 68,000 pieces and displays a stunning collection of Native American art, displaying works from many different tribes of the North American regions. The museum also houses classical work from noted European artists, relics from the old West, and contemporary travelling exhibits.

For a stroll through the city replete with shopping and people-watching, visit the 16th Street Mall. A pedestrian mall featuring hundreds of trees, thousands of flowers, and a pathway designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei, the 16th Street Mall is a must-visit destination for an afternoon walk or a stop at one of the numerous area cafes. Train and history buffs can make a short trip outside the city to the town of Golden to visit the Colorado Railroad Museum, which features over 100 locomotives and cars, as well as photos and historic artifacts, on display in a setting reminiscent of an 1880s rail depot.

Living in Denver offers plenty of access to the great outdoors. If you’d like to take in some of Colorado’s natural beauty, start with the Denver Botanical Gardens, a 24-acre park conveniently located right in the city. The site includes 50 different gardens, including many filled with plants native to the area, as well as gardens inspired by a variety of international locales with similar climates. The Botanical Gardens also features indoor plant displays which rotate according to season. Of course, no visit to Colorado would be complete without a trip to the famed Rocky Mountain National Park. Just a short drive outside the city, the park is a world-famous destination encompassing 415 square miles of awe-inspiring scenic beauty. The park has hundreds of miles of hiking trails, informational visitor centers, fantastic scenic overlooks, and many options are wheelchair accessible.