Assisted Living Centers
Some assisted living facilities and board-and-care homes provide respite care. Assisted living refers to that level of care where there is 24-hour oversight (someone on the premises full time), assistance with personal care, medication supervision, meals served family style, activities, and transportation.
Usually the facility referred to as "assisted living" is a larger building, which can accommodate 20 to 40 or more persons. The board-and-care home is assisted living-type care, but is usually smaller, for two to eight persons, and is located in a private home in a residential neighborhood.
Colorado homes with more than two beds must be licensed by the state. Requirements for licensure vary from state to state. Check with the local office on aging for information about the facilities in your area.
The Larimer County Office on Aging provides a list of assisted living facilities.
