Your Guide to Senior Living in Golden
Nestled in the foothills where the plains meet the mountains, Golden offers outdoor adventure, rich history, and a tight-knit community. This guide covers the healthcare, transportation, activities, and resources that make Golden an exceptional place for older adults.
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Mental Health Resources
Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners
24/7 crisis management for mental health and substance abuse.
Visit WebsiteSCL West Pines
Psychiatric care for seniors 65+ with complex mental health issues.
Visit WebsiteHeartland Mental Health
Drop-in center with peer support, counseling, and medication management.
Visit WebsiteInstitute on Aging Friendship Line
24/7 helpline for ages 60+ experiencing loneliness or depression. Phone: 800-971-0016.
Visit WebsiteColorado Hoarding Task Force
Resources and support for hoarding-related safety issues.
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Diagnosis-Specific Organizations
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Golden Area Health Services
Front Porch: Golden Community Center
Social hub for active adults with outdoor adventures, health programs, and special events. Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–2pm. Phone: (303) 384-8130.
Visit WebsiteSTRIDE Community Health Center
Person-centered primary care for ages 65+. Address: 701 24th St, Golden 80401.
Visit WebsiteCentura St. Anthony Hospital
Full-service hospital at 11600 W 2nd Pl, Lakewood 80228.
Emergency & Urgent Care Golden
760 Warner Dr, Golden 80401.
VA Medical Center Golden
1020 Johnson Rd, Golden 80401.
Lutheran Medical Center
8300 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033.
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End of Life & Caregiver Support
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Senior Transportation Services
DRMAC
Regional transportation resources for people with mobility challenges. Getting There Guide and app available.
Visit WebsiteIntelliRide
Non-emergency medical transport for Health First Colorado members.
Visit WebsiteRTD Access-a-Ride
ADA paratransit for those unable to use fixed-route transit.
Visit WebsiteRTD Senior Ride
Group transportation (10+) to recreational and cultural activities.
Visit WebsiteRTD SeniorShopper
Weekday group rides from senior housing complexes.
Visit WebsiteGoGo Grandparent
On-demand transportation booking for seniors.
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Golden Local Transit
Omnibus/VIA
Appointment-based weekday transportation, Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm.
RTD W Line
Light rail connecting Golden to downtown Denver. Fares $3–$10.50. Phone: 303-299-6000.
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Religious & Faith Organizations
Calvary Church
1320 Arapahoe St, Golden 80401.
Visit WebsiteFirst United Methodist of Golden
1500 Ford St.
Visit WebsiteHillside Community Church
103 N Ford St.
Visit WebsiteRockland Community Church
Visit WebsiteSt. Joseph Catholic Church
969 Ulysses St.
Visit WebsiteJefferson Unitarian Church
14350 W 32nd Ave.
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Education & Volunteering
Golden Lions Club & Senior Center
Meals on Wheels, nursing home visits, vision/hearing screenings.
Visit WebsiteSpark the Change Colorado
Connecting volunteers to community opportunities.
Visit WebsiteCity of Golden Volunteer Opportunities
Firefighting, youth programs, museum assistance.
Visit WebsiteMetro State Individualized Learning
Flexible degrees.
Visit WebsiteCU Lifelong Learners
Audit courses for adults 50+.
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Parks & Open Space
Lions Park
Sand volleyball, horseshoe pit, summer tubing access.
Visit WebsiteParfet Park
Golden's oldest park (early 1900s) with Clear Creek access.
Visit WebsiteLookout Mountain Park
Wooded foothills, scenic roads, Buffalo Bill burial site.
Visit WebsiteNorth & South Table Mountains
Hiking with panoramic vistas and cliff-nesting raptors.
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Golden Attractions & Destinations
Coors Brewery
Guided tours with fresh brew tasting at the world's largest brewery site.
Visit WebsiteGolden History Museum
Indoor and outdoor exhibits from gold mining to modern community.
Visit WebsiteBuffalo Bill Museum and Grave
Exhibits on William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody at Lookout Mountain.
Visit WebsiteColorado School of Mines Museum
Gemstones, fossils, and mining heritage.
Visit WebsiteHistoric Downtown Golden
Boutiques, restaurants, and Clear Creek outdoor dining.
Visit WebsiteBradford Washburn Mountaineering Museum
Mountaineering history, photographs, equipment.
Visit WebsiteMiners Alley Playhouse
Plays, musicals, children's theater.
Visit WebsiteRocky Mountain Quilt Museum
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Festivals & Annual Events
Buffalo Bill Days
Golden's largest festival since the 1940s with rodeo and live music.
Visit WebsiteMovies & Music in the Park
Free series in Parfet and Lions parks.
Visit WebsiteGolden Fine Arts Festival
33-year juried art show, free admission.
Visit WebsiteGolden Farmers Market
Seasonal local produce and artisan goods.
Visit WebsiteCandlelight Walk
Holiday celebration.
Visit WebsiteColorado Railroad Museum
Railroad heritage and events.
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Financial Assistance & Healthcare Programs
Colorado Indigent Care Program
Healthcare for those who don't qualify for Medicaid.
Visit WebsiteOld Age Pension Health & Medical Care
Medical coverage for qualifying older adults.
Visit WebsiteAARP Foundation Tax-Aide
Free tax preparation for low-to-moderate income.
Visit WebsiteProject Angel Heart
Home-delivered medically tailored meals.
Visit WebsiteMeals on Wheels
Nutritious meals delivered to homebound seniors.
Visit WebsiteCAPABLE Program
Home modifications for low-income seniors 65+.
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Housing & Food Assistance
South Metro Housing Options
Affordable housing programs.
Visit WebsiteSenior Support Services
Visit WebsiteColorado LEAP
Low-income energy assistance.
Visit WebsiteGoFarm
Seasonal local produce at fair prices.
Visit WebsiteBGoldN Food Pantry
Three-day food supply, weekdays.
Visit WebsiteCalvary Food Shelf
Shelf-stable and fresh food Mon–Thu. Address: 1320 Arapahoe St.
Visit WebsiteThe Action Center
Weekly pre-packed food boxes.
Visit WebsiteBy the Numbers
Golden by the Numbers
Census data (2021 estimates) for Golden, Colorado.
20,460
population
11.3%
of residents are 65 or older
$83,976
median household income
$579,800
median home value
55.6%
hold a bachelor's degree or higher
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Statewide Senior Resources
AARP Colorado
Advocacy, community, and resources for 50+.
Visit WebsiteColorado Gerontological Society
Senior legal, financial, and healthcare advocacy.
Visit WebsiteAgewise Colorado
Age-friendly community resources.
Visit WebsiteA Little Help
Neighbor-to-neighbor support for older adults.
Visit WebsiteDenver Commission on Aging
City-level aging policy and resources.
Visit WebsiteDRCOG Boomer Bond
Shaping age-friendly local environments.
Visit WebsiteAdult Protective Services
Emergency help for vulnerable adults.
Visit WebsiteVOA Snow Buddies
Winter snow removal assistance for seniors.
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