Lighthouse Assisted Living - Steele is a residential care home located in Centennial, Colorado, specializing in assisted living services for seniors. The facility is designed to provide support for individuals who need a higher level of personalized care and supervision in a small-group, homelike environment. The primary focus is on assisting residents with daily activities, including full support with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Care staff are available to help residents manage their medication schedules, and specialized services are offered for those with diabetes, such as monitoring blood sugar levels and medication assistance.

Located in a quiet, residential neighborhood of Centennial, Lighthouse Assisted Living - Steele offers a serene and comfortable setting for seniors. The home is part of the Lighthouse Assisted Living family, which is locally owned and operated, and is known for its intimate, personalized approach to care. The Steele location accommodates a small number of residents—typically up to 8 to 12—ensuring a high caregiver-to-resident ratio that allows for individualized attention and a family-like atmosphere.

The community provides private and semi-private rooms, each designed to be accessible and comfortable, with safety features such as walk-in showers and emergency call systems. Residents are encouraged to personalize their rooms with their own furnishings and decorations, creating a familiar and comforting environment.

Meals are freshly prepared on-site, with menus that can be tailored to accommodate special dietary needs and preferences, including low-sugar or low-sodium diets for those with health concerns. Residents gather for meals in a communal dining area, fostering social interaction and a sense of community.

The care home has a separate memory care wing dedicated to residents with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, offering both safety features and tailored activities for cognitive support. The memory care program includes structured daily routines, memory-stimulating games, and sensory activities to help residents maintain cognitive function and reduce anxiety. The physical environment is designed with secure exits and monitored access to prevent wandering, providing peace of mind for families.

The staff is equipped to provide incontinence care, ambulatory care, and assistance to residents who have psychiatric conditions. Caregivers at Lighthouse Assisted Living - Steele receive specialized training in dementia care, fall prevention, and behavioral health, ensuring that residents with complex needs receive appropriate support. English and Spanish language support is available, allowing for clearer communication with residents from diverse backgrounds. The facility also coordinates podiatry care for foot health and specialized needs, and brings in visiting professionals such as physical therapists and nurses as needed to support ongoing health and wellness.

Residents can participate in a range of daily activities designed to promote engagement and well-being, such as arts and crafts, music therapy, gentle exercise sessions, gardening, and group games. Social events, holiday celebrations, and family gatherings are encouraged, helping residents stay connected to loved ones and the broader community.

Through these comprehensive services and amenities, Lighthouse Assisted Living - Steele aims to support residents’ physical and mental health in a secure and supportive community setting. The home’s small size, dedicated staff, and focus on individualized care create an environment where seniors can feel safe, respected, and truly at home.

Costs at this community start at $3,800 and range up to $4,500. The average price in the community is $4,150, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,827. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.