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Sunshine Gardens West Assisted Living

25 Sunshine Court, Durango, CO 81301

Assisted Living
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(970) 385-4090

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,193

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,193
  • Average State Price: $4,054
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Sunshine Gardens West Assisted Living Description

    Sunshine Gardens West Assisted Living is a large 70 bed community that offers assisted living and is located in the town of Durango, Colorado. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    7.3
    Sunshine Gardens West Assisted Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 12 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 2 communities in Durango
  • Ranking in State: 476 out of 666 communities in CO
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews:

    • There are concerns about the lack of care, health and safety violations, and the overall management of the facility. Some reviews mention residents not receiving proper care, issues with meals, and problems with the living conditions, including a lack of air conditioning in personal spaces and instances of theft.
    • On the positive side, many reviews highlight the dedication and genuine care of the caregivers and staff. The facility is described as clean, orderly, and welcoming, with a variety of activities available for residents, including gardening, game rooms, exercise classes, and social events.
    • Residents and their families have expressed satisfaction with the level of care, the cleanliness of the facility, and the quality of food. Some have noted that the facility feels like home and that the staff is friendly and attentive.
    • There are mixed feelings about the management of the facility, with some reviews indicating a lack of experience and poor decision-making that has negatively impacted residents and their families.
    • The adult day care services offered by the facility receive praise for providing a range of activities, social interactions, and attentive care, making it a recommended option for those in need of day services.


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    Health

    24 hour care staff

    Medication management

    Personal care assistance

    Therapists


    Services

    Housekeeping

    Laundry service

    Daily trash removal

    Personal hygiene

    Dressing


    Activities

    Social and events calendar

    Recreation and social activities

    Resident council


    Community Amenities

    The Sunshine Room

    The Rose Room

    The Beauty Salon

    The Therapy Gym

    The Day Room

    Aviary


    Room Amenities

    All utilities included

    Internet


    Dining

    Three Resident Council approved meals daily

    Restaurant style dining


    Transportation

    In-town transportation by appointment Monday through Saturday



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Durango which is 1.9 miles away and has a population of 18,006 (small town).
    • The average income is $94,588, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 69
      • Low Temperature: 23
      • Average Temperature: 46.7
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 121 days of rain, 45 days of snow and 198 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.7 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 3.24 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.68 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.1 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.13 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.72 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 210.0, Moderate Days 95.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    City Market
    0.5 miles away
    Albertsons
    2.3 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    4.7 miles away
    The Grocery Store
    15.3 miles away
    P & D Grocery
    23.7 miles away

    Transportation

    Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    2.3 miles away

    None Found

    Banks

    Bank of the San Juans
    1.4 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    2.3 miles away
    First National Bank of Durango Bayfield Branch
    15.2 miles away
    Pine River Valley Bank
    15.3 miles away
    Mancos Valley Bank
    23.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Animas Surgical Hospital
    3.5 miles away
    Mercy Regional Medical Center
    4.6 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Parks

    Durango
    0.4 miles away
    La Plata County
    0.4 miles away
    Pioneer Park
    0.5 miles away
    Memorial Park Phase One
    0.5 miles away
    Janson Memorial Playground
    0.5 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Culture

    Art
    1.5 miles away
    Theater
    1.7 miles away
    Durango Arts Center
    2.1 miles away
    Animas City Theatre
    2.3 miles away
    Mancos Opera House
    23.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Pop Sushi
    0.7 miles away
    Rice Monkeys
    1.9 miles away
    Carver Brewing Co
    1.9 miles away
    Old Tymers Cafe
    2.0 miles away
    Himalayan Kitchen
    2.0 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of CO. It is a large-sized community with 70 total beds.

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