Balsam House

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Balsam House

Balsam House

2818 - 2820 13Th Street, Boulder, CO 80304

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

Assisted Living Board and Care Home

Features

Housing

  • 8 resident community capacity 8 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

Balsam House in Boulder, CO is a welcoming and comfortable board and care home that offers a range of amenities and care services. Residents will enjoy delicious meals served in the dining room, and the fully furnished accommodations provide a cozy living space. The beautiful garden and outdoor spaces offer opportunities to relax and enjoy the fresh air. Housekeeping services ensure that the community remains clean and well-maintained.

Balsam House also provides move-in coordination to support a smooth transition for new residents. Wi-Fi/high-speed internet access is available throughout the community, allowing residents to stay connected with loved ones and browse the web at their convenience.

The dedicated staff at Balsam House are committed to providing personalized care to meet each resident's individual needs. Assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and transfers, are provided as needed. The staff also coordinates with health care providers to ensure comprehensive care. Medication management is available to help residents stay on top of their medications, and special dietary restrictions can be accommodated.

Transportation arrangement for medical appointments is offered, ensuring that residents can easily access necessary healthcare services. Additionally, transportation to nearby attractions or outings can be arranged for recreational purposes.

Residents can look forward to engaging in scheduled daily activities designed to promote socialization and overall well-being. For those who enjoy exploring the local area, there are plenty of cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation options, theaters, and hospitals nearby.

Balsam House strives to provide a nurturing environment where residents can feel at ease while receiving the support they need.

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Boulder, Colorado offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to reside in the area. With several physicians, dermatologists, and an arthritis center within close proximity, residents can easily access medical care when needed. Numerous dining options such as Santo, Lucile's, and Sweetgreen provide a variety of choices for meals out or takeout. Additionally, there are several cafes nearby for enjoying coffee or tea with friends. For pharmacy needs, there are multiple options including Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy within a short distance. Public transportation is also accessible with the Downtown Boulder Station nearby for easy travel around the city. In terms of recreational activities, residents can enjoy visits to Colorado Chautauqua National Historic Landmark or Eben G. Fine Park for outdoor relaxation or exercise. With its combination of medical facilities, dining establishments, transportation options, and recreational opportunities, this part of Boulder provides a well-rounded living environment for seniors.

Physicians

  • Balsam House (0 miles)
  • The Thayer Group For Women's Care - PC (0.2 miles)
  • Boulder Dermatology (0.8 miles)
  • Rocky Mountain Dermatology, MD (0.9 miles)
  • Spruce Street Internal Medicine (1 miles)
  • Colorado Center For Arthritis and Osteoporosis (1.1 miles)
  • Alpine Dental Health (1.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Santo (0.1 miles)
  • Sweet Cow Ice Cream (0.2 miles)
  • Lucile's (0.5 miles)
  • Sweetgreen (0.6 miles)
  • Snooze, an A.M. Eatery (0.6 miles)
  • ND streetBAR (0.7 miles)
  • Pearl Street Pub & Cellar (0.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Beleza Coffee Bar (0.2 miles)
  • Ozo Coffee (0.6 miles)
  • Ozo Coffee (0.7 miles)
  • Boxcar Coffee Roasters (0.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.3 miles)
  • Altitude Cafe (1.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Genoa Healthcare (0.3 miles)
  • Rebecca's Herbal Apothecary (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Downtown Boulder Station (0.7 miles)
  • Boulder Municipal Airport (2.7 miles)
  • Niwot Park-n-ride (7.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Western NPHRLGY Mtblic Bone (0.9 miles)
  • Boulder Community Hospital (2.4 miles)

Parks

  • Colorado Chautauqua National Historic Landmark (1 miles)
  • Eben G. Fine Park (1.3 miles)
  • Scott Carpenter Park (1.7 miles)
  • East Palo Park (2.1 miles)
  • Arapahoe Ridge Park (2.8 miles)
  • Tantra Park (3.7 miles)
  • Eldorado Canyon State Park (6.7 miles)

Theaters

  • Century Theatre (1.5 miles)

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