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10 Best Nursing Homes in Saguache County, CO

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Saguache 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 Saguache 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 Saguache County or another care type is right for you. Browse 12 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Saguache County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Mineral Hot Springs, Moffat and Moffat.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Saguache County, CO

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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.
The Bridge at Alamosa, Colorado, combines the luxuries of retirement living with the comforts of home.Offering assisted living and independent living, our community tailors resort-style services and amenities to the needs and interests of our residents.Professional associates work to create an...
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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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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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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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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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Cost of nursing homes in Saguache County, CO

The average cost of senior living in Saguache County is $5,648 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Poncha Springs, CO with an average of $1,729 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Saguache County, CO vs. nearby counties

Saguache County, CO
$5,648/mo
$5,648/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Saguache County, CO vs. the state and national average

Saguache County, CO
$5,648/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Saguache County vs. other types of senior living

$5,648/mo
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Saguache County, CO by room type

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

Saguache County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saguache County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saguache 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 Saguache 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 Saguache County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Saguache County, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
2.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
60%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
60%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
60%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Saguache 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 Saguache County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Saguache County, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
0.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Saguache 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 Saguache County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Saguache County, CONational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Saguache 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 Saguache County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Saguache County, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
20%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Saguache 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 Saguache County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
20%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Bridge at Alamosa, Alamosa County Nursing Svc and San Juan Care Ctr are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Saguache County, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 12 nursing homes facilities near Saguache County, Colorado. See the full list.

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