Below Bear Creek Lake Park, on a residential block of Lakewood, Colorado, Jewell Estates delivers private-pay assisted living inside a remodeled house holding up to 13 residents.
- Assisted Living
- Small Home
- Private Pay
Why Families Choose Jewell Estates
- Converted Lakewood, Colorado house licensed for 13 residents
- Small household setting keeps staffing ratios tight
- Monthly assisted living rate starts near $5,500, billed directly to families
- Minutes from Bear Creek Lake Park in southwest Denver
- Caregivers partnered with hospice through a resident's final months
About Jewell Estates
In the neighborhood south of West Jewell Avenue, Jewell Estates occupies a remodeled house licensed for up to 13 residents, not far from Bear Creek Lake Park. Few people share this address, so daily life follows an unhurried household rhythm rather than a facility schedule, and one consistent group of caregivers builds real familiarity with each person's habits, appetite, and moods over time. Caregivers help with washing up, getting dressed, grooming, and other physical tasks throughout the day, and they track each resident's medication routine so nothing gets missed.
This addresses the core reasons families first look into assisted living. Staff turnover here runs low, and one family remembered that steadiness when a relative spent her final months here, describing caregivers who partnered closely with hospice instead of stepping back. The kitchen prepares every meal in house, and residents gather around a table scaled to the small population living there. With so few people dining together, staff pick up on a change in appetite or mood right away and respond before the next scheduled check.
Socializing follows the same pattern, unfolding in common rooms sized for this household rather than built to serve a sprawling population. Jewell Estates bills residents directly and carries no Medicaid contract, so families who depend on that benefit should factor this in before committing. The house has no setup for a resident's pet, whether cat, dog, or other animal, to move in, which is worth knowing ahead of a visit.
Care here stays centered on general assisted living rather than a licensed dementia program, which matters for anyone whose loved one needs structured memory support beyond routine personal care. Saint Anthony Hospital sits nearby for medical needs, while the West Colfax Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard corridors handle grocery trips, shopping, and casual meals close by. Bear Creek Lake Park sits near enough that a visiting relative can stretch a short stop into an afternoon by the water.
Jewell Estates answers to no regional chain; it runs independently, and that independence keeps its caregiving group compact and steady month after month. Anyone picturing a sprawling senior living campus will notice a different scale right away, since a home this size trades a long amenity list for a team that learns every resident's routine and sticks around.
Environment
Housed in a remodeled residence instead of a built-for-purpose facility, Jewell Estates keeps a homelike layout centered on shared living and dining rooms. Capacity tops out at 13 residents, so the atmosphere stays calm and familiar, and a small caregiving team circulates through the same rooms shift after shift.
Services
Personal care at Jewell Estates includes washing, dressing, grooming, help getting around indoors, and daily oversight of each resident's medication routine. Staff also carry direct experience working alongside outside hospice providers when a resident's medical situation grows more involved in later stages of care.
Resident Experience
Daily life at Jewell Estates centers on the compact resident population who share meals and common space together. One family described the bond by saying staff and residents became like relatives over the course of a long stay.
Rates and availability current as of 2026. Contact Christie Garcia for the latest figures.
Christie Garcia
Local Senior Advisor, Colorado
Advisor Insight on
Jewell Estates
This setting pairs private-pay assisted living with a consistent, closely involved caregiving group, giving families a compact alternative to a bigger community with a longer amenity list. Households that need Medicaid coverage, pet accommodations, or a structured memory care program should measure those needs against what this specific house.
Amenities & Services
Review Highlights
Families describe a small, attentive household where caregivers know each resident by name and where staff worked closely alongside hospice during a difficult later stage of care, with the home.
What People Like
- Consistent caregiving team in a small, 13-resident household setting
- Caregivers experienced coordinating with hospice during later stages of care
- Home-cooked, family-style meals shared at a small table
- Independently operated, not part of a regional chain
Things to consider
- Intimate 13-resident setting
- Private-pay community
- Assisted living focus
Based on a small number of reviews — patterns may shift as more families share feedback.
Reviews from Google
I’m only giving a 1 start because I couldn’t give less than that! They will put on a show and have you to believe its best place. Reality… owner doesn’t call you back, broken promises , no back up generator, ants in the rooms, food is terrible! Over cooked, too hard d for the…
My experience with Garden's Care Senior Living was very good. This business has several facilities of which I had the pleasure of experiencing two. My sister had a very serious situation in which over a year she went from independently living to walker then wheelchair and…
Very nice place
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Compare Jewell Estates with Nearby Communities
Use this comparison to evaluate pricing, care availability, and key differences between similar communities in Lakewood, CO.
| Compared | Jewell EstatesLakewood, CO 3.7 (3) | Green Meadows Assisted LivingDenver, CO· 0.5 mi 4.1 (9) | Tender Care Assisted Living - Mexico AvenueLakewood, CO· 0.5 mi 1.0 (1) |
|---|---|---|---|
Starting price | $5500/mo | $5500/mo | $4700/mo |
Care types | Assisted Living | Assisted Living | Assisted Living |
Total beds | 13 | 8 | 10 |
Medicaid | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted |
Pet friendly | No | No | No |
Housing type | Residential | Residential | Residential |
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Jewell Estates
Lakewood, CO
- Starting price
- $5500/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living
- Total beds
- 13
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Residential
Green Meadows Assisted Living
Denver, CO· 0.5 mi
- Starting price
- $5500/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living
- Total beds
- 8
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Residential
Tender Care Assisted Living - Mexico Avenue
Lakewood, CO· 0.5 mi
- Starting price
- $4700/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living
- Total beds
- 10
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Residential
Location
6347 Hawthorn Ln, Lakewood, CO 80227
Get DirectionsNearby Essentials
- Hospital:St. Anthony Hospital sits within easy reach of the home, giving residents nearby access to emergency and specialty medical care.
- Dining:Casual restaurants and everyday dining spots line West Colfax Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard near the home, giving visiting family a nearby option to grab a bite.
- Shopping:Grocery stores and neighborhood retail along Wadsworth Boulevard handle routine errands for families and staff close to home.
Jewell Estates occupies a quiet, mostly residential street in Lakewood, near Bear Creek Lake Park in the area southwest of Denver.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of care does Jewell Estates provide?
Jewell Estates provides assisted living care for up to 13 residents, including personal hygiene support, dressing, grooming, mobility help, and medication oversight. There is no separate memory care program here, so the focus stays on general personal care rather than specialized dementia support.
How much does Jewell Estates cost?
Assisted living at Jewell Estates begins around $5,500 per month, reflecting private payment directly to the community rather than through Medicaid. That figure serves as a starting point, since actual costs shift depending on each resident's individual care needs, so families should confirm the current rate with the home.
Does Jewell Estates accept Medicaid?
Jewell Estates does not hold a Medicaid contract; families cover the monthly rate themselves. Those relying on Medicaid to help pay for assisted living will want to confirm enrollment status before choosing a community.
Where is Jewell Estates located?
Jewell Estates sits at 6347 Hawthorn Ln in Lakewood, Colorado, near Bear Creek Lake Park in the area southwest of Denver. The property falls within Jefferson County, and St. Anthony Hospital is nearby for medical needs.
How many residents live at Jewell Estates?
The home accommodates up to 13 residents, keeping its scale much smaller than a sizable facility. With so few residents present, caregivers pick up quickly on each person's own habits and preferences.
What are meals like at Jewell Estates?
The kitchen at Jewell Estates turns out family-style meals for everyone in the house. Because the dining table seats so few residents at once, staff notice quickly if someone's appetite or eating habits change and can respond right away.
What kind of activities are available at Jewell Estates?
Residents gather in shared living space for daily socializing rather than following an extensive slate of scheduled programs. Interaction happens naturally among this compact household of residents and caregivers day to day.
Are pets allowed at Jewell Estates?
No, the home has no provision for a resident's animal to live on site. This is a detail families weighing a beloved pet should factor into their decision.
Who operates Jewell Estates?
Jewell Estates operates independently in Lakewood rather than under a larger regional chain. That structure keeps the caregiving staff small and consistent, with the same team working alongside residents over the long term.
How do I schedule a tour of Jewell Estates?
Families weighing a small, private-pay setting with hands-on caregiver support and hospice experience often start by sharing a few details here. A senior advisor then follows up to arrange a visit and cover details on the caregiving team and available openings at this 13-resident Lakewood home.
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