Union Printers Home is an assisted living community in Colorado Springs, CO.
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101 South Union Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.3 from 36 reviews
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Overall Review of Union Printers Home
common18 reviews mention this
Staff care is a mixed message
Residents and families consistently describe staff with a wide range of experiences.
Many reviews highlight staff members as patient, compassionate, professional, and supportive, including examples of staff showing up with kindness even during difficult moments. Other reviews describe staffing and care quality falling short, citing issues like overworked staff, poor medication administration, and limited support at key times. A few comments also tie the good experience to specific floors or teams, while negatives focus more on competence, coverage, and follow-through.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odors raise concerns
Several reviewers raise concerns about cleanliness and unpleasant conditions.
Some residents and visitors say the facility is clean and not smelly, and they describe an overall comfortable environment. Others report strong negative conditions, including hallways smelling bad, hair balls on floors, and the facility generally being dirty. The concerns also extend to pests and sanitation, with reviews mentioning mice or rats and problems like unsterilized shared bathrooms, along with reports of residents soaked in urine and feces.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Food quality and diet concerns recur
Food and nutrition show up as a recurring point of frustration.
Some reviews focus on what residents are offered, including requests for fresher fruits and vegetables rather than canned options. Other comments describe declines in food quality, and at least a few connect diet to physical outcomes like swelling from salty food. Meal practices are also questioned in reviews that mention meal timing and storage, and whether dietary needs and intake are properly handled.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Getting help can feel slow
Several reviews describe delays and communication breakdowns in daily care.
A number of comments describe long waits when requesting help, including delays around medication requests and pain medication. Other reviews mention communication issues such as phone access and long response times, plus problems getting routine care like showers and assistance when needed. Negative experiences also include claims of inadequate care coverage and medication-related mistakes, while the positive side emphasizes supportive staff—creating an overall uneven picture of responsiveness.
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Features
Housing
45 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Activities on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
City of Colorado Springs Muni (5 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Meals provided
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities on-site
Community-sponsored activities
Devotional activities offsite
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Colorado Springs, located near Printers Park and the Medical Plaza, offers convenient access to various healthcare facilities such as the UCHealth Breast Surgical Clinic and Memorial Hospital. The area also features a range of pharmacies for easy access to medication. For recreational activities, there are several parks nearby including Memorial Park and America the Beautiful Park. Additionally, there are plenty of dining options available ranging from fast food chains like McDonald's to fine dining experiences at restaurants like Odyssey Gastropub and Edelweiss Restaurant. With places of worship like First United Methodist Church nearby, transportation options such as the I-25/Tejon Park N Ride, and entertainment venues like Cinemark Tinseltown USA and XD theater within reach, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded living environment for seniors in Colorado Springs.
Physicians
UCHealth Breast Surgical Clinic - Printers Park (0.1 miles)
Printers Park Medical Plaza (0.1 miles)
Medical Plaza (0.2 miles)
Blue Skies Center For Women (0.3 miles)
Kaiser Permanente Parkside Medical Offices (0.3 miles)
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45 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Activities on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
City of Colorado Springs Muni (5 miles away)
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Convenient access to parks, dining, healthcare, and transportation.
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