Program Details
In collaboration with the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs’ Gerontology department and the Beth-El College of Nursing, The Palisades At Broadmoor has broken the mold of the typical Assisted Living Community and brought it into the 21st century. Our partnership with the university and their resources and programs is unlike anything else done before in this industry.
Wellness
- Regular physical activity programs provided to promote independence and strength designed by Health Science and wellness faculty and students at UCCS
- Water therapy available in the state of the art saline-based pool
- Beth-El Certified Nurse Practitioners conveniently located on-site
- Assessment, consultation, and treatment for acute health conditions as well as chronic disease management at the on-site clinic
- Extensive time allotted for appointments with the nurse
- On-site lab
- Confidential personal health records are maintained for continuity of care and to track weight, strength, balance, etc.
- Private session with a personal trainer to develop an individualized program to maintain and enhance physical functions
- Regularly scheduled assessments of cognitive and physical health to maintain optimum independence and support
Support
- Nurse on staff
- Professionally trained compassionate caregivers on site 24 hours a day
- Three meals, offered daily, prepared by our Executive Chef
- Special diets can be accommodated
- Palisades staff works individually with each resident to shape a healthy, fulfilling lifestyle
- Weekly laundering of resident provided linens and personal laundry, more as needed for an additional cost
- Weekly housekeeping with daily light housekeeping
- Reminders for meals, appointments, social and physical activities
- Scheduled transportation and scheduled outings (wheelchair accessible)
- Students enrolled in UCCS’s Gerontology undergraduate and graduate programs will be offered the opportunity to live and work at The Palisades, providing invaluable service
- Intergenerational programs, especially through UCCS students and interns
Cognitive Fitness
- Opportunities available to continue to challenge and stimulate your mind
- An atmosphere encouraging engagement within the community
- Numerous clubs and committees are available for resident involvement
- An abundance of options for community volunteering
- A continual focus on staying fit—both physically and mentally
Luxury Living
- Personalized care in an elegant, residential setting
- Beautifully designed private apartment homes with custom finishes
- Fine dining on each floor, with 3rd floor private dining room for all occasions
- Full kitchen for cooking classes or that special occasion when family wants to prepare a special “home” cooked meal
- Therapeutic spa with soaking tub
- Spacious bathrooms with roll-in showers and flexible shower heads
- Ideally-sized kitchenettes in each apartment with a microwave and refrigerator
Features and Services
- All-inclusive living, gas, water and electric utilities, local phone, internet, and cable are included
- Hair salon/barber shop and spa, including manicures, pedicures, and massages
- All apartments have a private bathroom
- Educational, cultural, social and recreational activities
- Unique program with The Pikes Peak Humane Society that offers care for your pet when you can’t provide it
- Concierge Services
- The Palisades is a smoke free and pet friendly environment
- Move-in coordination available
- Safety and Security
- On-site staffing 24/7
- Personal emergency call system
- Computer monitored exterior doors
- Monitored fire alarm sprinklers, elevators and heating systems throughout
- Ramps for easy and safe egress
- Levered door handles throughout with keycard entry system