Business Details
16 Years
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Trusted Assisted Living Services in Colorado
Aspen Leaf Assisted Living was founded in 2010 with a mission to provide exceptional, personalized care for seniors in small-town Colorado communities. Our team brings decades of combined experience in geriatric care, management, and healthcare services, with a focus on nurturing independence while meeting evolving needs. We operate four Medicaid-certified facilities in Flagler, Stratton, and Limon, offering 82 beds across three unique communities. Our approach emphasizes person-directed care, evidence-based practices, and continuous staff training in specialized areas like dementia care and wellness management. We maintain strong partnerships with families, physicians, and local service providers to ensure comprehensive support.With 24-hour staffing, customized care plans, and amenities designed for comfort and safety, we strive to create environments where residents thrive. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our Eden Alternative certification, resident engagement programs, and family-centered initiatives like quarterly care conferences. We provide additional services including medication management, wellness checks, and technology assistance for virtual visits. Our leadership team personally oversees operations across all locations, ensuring consistent adherence to state regulations and quality standards. Through compassionate care and community-focused living, we aim to make Aspen Leaf a trusted choice for assisted living in eastern Colorado.
Services
Assisted Living
Medication Management
Adult Day Care
Respite Care
Wellness Programs
Care Planning
Resident Engagement
Moving Assistance
Technology Support
Family Conferences
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We implement personalized care plans developed through 10+ years of geriatric care expertise
- Our staff maintains specialized certifications in dementia care and elder wellness programs
- We offer seamless family communication through quarterly care conferences and technology support
- Our facilities feature no level-of-care charges with all-inclusive service pricing
- Our leadership team personally oversees operations across all four Colorado locations
Associations and certifications
- Medicaid Certified
What people say
Exceptional care
Compassionate staff
Personalized attention
Engaging activities
Family-like treatment
Services
Assisted Living
Our assisted living facilities provide 24/7 support with daily living activities in home-style environments. Residents receive personalized care plans, medication management, and wellness monitoring while maintaining independence. Each location offers private rooms, communal dining, and safety features like emergency call systems.
Medication Management
Licensed staff oversee medication administration with strict documentation and physician coordination. Services include dosage monitoring, prescription tracking, and regular wellness checks to ensure proper medication effectiveness and safety for residents with complex medical needs.
Adult Day Care
Our adult day care provides structured social and wellness activities for seniors needing daytime support. Programs include therapeutic engagement, meals, and health monitoring in a safe environment, offering respite for family caregivers while maintaining residents' routines.
Respite Care
Short-term respite care offers temporary housing for seniors during caregiver transitions or emergencies. Our facilities maintain consistent care standards with personalized attention, recreational activities, and medical support to ensure comfort during temporary stays.
Resident Engagement
Customized engagement programs foster social connection through tailored activities. Staff develop individualized plans using certifications in TimeSlips storytelling and Memories in the Making, creating meaningful interactions that enhance residents' quality of life through creative expression.
People
Kathy Swanstrom
Administrator/LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse with 20+ years in geriatric care. Holds certifications in dementia care, activity programming, and wellness management. Founded Aspen Leaf in 2010 after extensive experience in assisted living administration and healthcare management.
Dan Swanstrom
Co-Owner
26-year Navy veteran with business administration degree. Oversees operations and strategic direction. Focuses on community integration and quality assurance through regular facility visits and resident feedback collection.
Questions
What assisted living services do you offer?
We provide 24/7 personal care, medication management, wellness checks, meal services, and resident engagement programs. All services are delivered in home-style environments with emergency support systems.
Do you accept Medicaid?
Yes, we are Medicaid-certified and offer all-inclusive pricing with no additional level-of-care charges for qualified residents.
How do you support family involvement?
We host quarterly care conferences, family social events, and provide technology assistance for virtual visits. Families receive regular updates about residents' changing needs.
What makes your staff qualified?
Our team includes CPR-certified caregivers with specialized training in dementia care, validation therapy, and elder wellness programs. Leadership has over 45 years combined experience in senior care management.
Are there different locations available?
We operate four facilities across eastern Colorado in Flagler, Stratton, and Limon, offering 82 beds total with consistent care standards across all locations.
How do you handle medical emergencies?
24-hour staff maintain emergency call systems in all rooms. We coordinate with local medical providers for urgent care needs while ensuring residents' comfort and safety.