Assured Senior Living - Carter is an assisted living community located in Denver, Colorado. The facility offers both residential assisted-living and home care services for seniors, with a primary focus on providing supportive care in a smaller, homelike setting. Residents receive individualized assistance with activities of daily living, including full support with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The campus is designed to promote safety and comfort, featuring a secured community, enclosed courtyard, and indoor as well as outdoor walking paths. These design features help support residents who may be at risk for wandering, with safety systems such as Wander Guard or similar technologies in place. Staff members receive specialized memory care training to better support those with cognitive impairments, and the facility also accepts individuals with psychiatric issues.

The medical and care services at Assured Senior Living - Carter are comprehensive and focus on meeting the unique needs of each resident. The facility coordinates closely with health care providers and offers 24-hour supervision to ensure resident well-being. Services include diabetes management, medication management, incontinence and ambulatory care, as well as support from podiatry providers. Residents also have access to a variety of activities and amenities, including fitness programs, yoga and chair yoga sessions, and a barber/beauty salon. Clubs and community activities are organized regularly, though some residents and families have suggested that increasing the frequency of activities could enhance resident engagement. Transportation is arranged for medical appointments as needed, and the community provides complimentary transportation for residents, supporting both medical and non-medical outings.

Residents and families commonly describe Assured Senior Living - Carter and the affiliated Serenity House communities as clean, secure, and welcoming, with smaller community sizes contributing to individualized attention and care. Staff are often noted for their professionalism and compassion, particularly in day-to-day interactions and meal support. Families appreciate the tailored care plans and highlight positive experiences with administrators, most notably the owner, Mike. However, some families have reported challenges around transparency and communication when transitioning residents with higher memory care needs, such as advanced Alzheimer’s or complex behavioral issues. There have been accounts of disruptions related to moving between homes or suitability assessments for intensive memory care support. While general assisted living and memory care are available, Assured Senior Living - Carter is most appropriate for seniors who do not require specialized behavioral management for advanced dementia.

Costs at this community start at $3,900 and range up to $4,100. The average price in the community is $4,000, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,810. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.