Juniper Village At The Spearly Center in Denver, CO

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  • Interior

    A bright and spacious gym area featuring exercise equipment and a wooden platform.

  • Decor

    A casual dining area featuring tables and chairs, with colorful decorations in the background.

  • Building

    A three-story brick apartment building with large windows.

  • Trees

    A serene outdoor deck area perfect for relaxation, surrounded by lush greenery and bathed in sunlight.

  • Dining

    A spacious dining area designed for senior residents, featuring comfortable seating and a welcoming atmosphere.

  • Landscaping

    A beautifully landscaped backyard featuring a well-maintained pathway, steps leading to an upper level, and greenery surrounding the area.

  • Outdoor

    A sunny patio area with chairs and a large tree providing shade.

  • Patio

    A bright and inviting outdoor patio area, perfect for gatherings and relaxation.

  • Fence

    A promotional banner displayed on a fence in front of a building under clear blue skies.

Juniper Village At The Spearly Center in Denver, CO

Juniper Village At The Spearly Center is a nursing home community in Denver, CO.

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2205 W 29th Avenue, Denver, CO 80211

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.6 from 58 reviews
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Overall Review of Juniper Village At The Spearly Center

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

They focus on complex needs

Residents are described as being accepted and supported for complex diagnoses and mental health needs.

Multiple reviews describe the community as a place that will take residents other settings won’t, including people with mental health needs and serious brain injury. One review also mentions intensive therapy and goal-setting support after the community addressed a resident’s main problems. Others describe staff as attentive to safety and day-to-day needs for a difficult population. The community’s nursing focus aligns with a skilled nursing facility setup.

common 24 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and responsiveness

Staff caring and friendliness are the most consistent points in resident and family feedback.

Across reviews, families and residents (and even a staff member) describe the team as friendly, compassionate, and supportive. Several comments highlight that staff are available, know residents well, and treat people with patience and respect. A few reviews also call out specific support during the admission process, with social work and nursing helping families feel reassured. At the same time, a handful of negative experiences point to breakdowns in follow-through and communication.

common 3 reviews mention this

Meals and dining are praised

Residents and families mention the food positively, alongside day-to-day care.

Some reviews specifically call out good food, including one comment that food is “phenomenal.” Others mention a dining experience as part of an overall impression of the community. The community also offers restaurant-style dining, which matches how residents describe meals.

common 3 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Reviews describe ongoing activities and opportunities to stay engaged.

Several reviews mention community-sponsored activities and events, including holiday gatherings with live music and snacks. Others describe participation in planned activities and partnerships with local organizations through an activities department. The amenities list also includes scheduled daily activities and community transportation, supporting residents being able to get involved day to day.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and odors are a concern

Some reviews raise concerns about cleanliness, odors, and pests.

A recurring negative theme is that the building can smell strongly and feel unclean, with one review describing mice or rats after finding chewed items. Other reviews mention roaches and rats, excessive heat, and urine or feces left in common areas or rooms. A separate review argues deep cleaning happens mainly around inspections. These complaints contrast with other reviews that describe the facility as clean and well kept, but the negative experiences are frequent enough to stand out.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Communication can be inconsistent

Some families report difficulty reaching staff and inconsistent follow-through.

One review says no one answers the phone and describes ongoing issues with the room’s conditions. Another describes experiences where the social worker’s responsiveness varies and families can feel ignored when they raise concerns. A separate review says communication and returns of belongings after a resident passed were disorganized, with limited responsiveness to missing items. Together, these point to gaps that can frustrate families even when other residents report feeling supported.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 135 resident community capacity 135 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Denver International (20 miles away) Denver International (20 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • 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
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Linger (0.1 miles)
  • Little Man Ice Cream (0.1 miles)
  • Recess Beer Garden (0.2 miles)
  • My Brother's Bar (0.3 miles)
  • My Neighbor Felix LoHi (0.4 miles)
  • Happy Camper (0.4 miles)
  • Root Down (0.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Highlands Integrative Pediatrics (0.3 miles)
  • Denver Health: Gipson Eastside Family Health Center (2 miles)
  • Children's Medical Center (2.3 miles)
  • Native Roots Dispensary (2.5 miles)
  • Dr Bassow (3.7 miles)
  • Cornerstone Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (4.1 miles)
  • SCL Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Wheat Ridge (4.1 miles)

Parks

  • Confluence Park (0.5 miles)
  • Rocky Mountain Lake Park (1.7 miles)
  • Benedict Fountain Park (1.8 miles)
  • César Chávez Park (1.9 miles)
  • Sloan's Lake Park (2.3 miles)
  • Citizens Park (2.3 miles)
  • Panorama Park (2.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Huckleberry Roasters (1.2 miles)
  • The Radiator (1.2 miles)
  • Crema Coffee House (1.7 miles)
  • Improper City (1.9 miles)
  • The Bardo Coffee House (2.8 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (3.3 miles)
  • Aviano Coffee (4.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal UA Denver Pavilions 4DX & RPX (1.6 miles)
  • Alamo Drafthouse Denver (2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Wat Buddhawararam (2 miles)
  • St John's Cathedral (2.4 miles)

Transportation

  • RTD Rail - 38th & Blake Station (2.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Webb Center for Primary Care (2.5 miles)
  • National Jewish Health (4 miles)
  • Exempla Lutheran Medical Center (4.1 miles)
  • Scl Health - Front Range (4.1 miles)

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