Balfour at Riverfront Park

1500 Little Raven St, Denver, CO 80202

4.7 / 5.0 91 Reviews

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About Balfour at Riverfront Park

Balfour at Riverfront Park is committed to growing the satisfaction of our senior residents while also offering the best care available. Conveniently located in Denver, we are close to hospitals and physicians. Residents have plenty of entertainment options nearby as well. Denver has plenty of events for seniors looking for some excitement.

Our community is dedicated to providing our residents compassion and kindness. We are on a mission to enrich the lives who live and work with us. We respond to each of their unique needs and the desire to maintain their dignity and respect. Each resident comes with their own set of needs and we are mindful of that. For some seniors, that need is as simple as friends and companionship, a full and active social life. Assistance with daily activities and tasks might be what others need. Some of our residents need more intensive and specialized care like therapy and rehabilitation services.

Balfour at Riverfront Park Living and Care Available

Independent Living

Healthy seniors in Denver seeking an active retirement will thrive at Balfour at Riverfront Park Independent Living. With an age restriction, this community offers a maintenance-free life and a range of social activities. At Balfour at Riverfront Park Independent Living, you can focus on your passions and make the most of your golden years.

Assisted Living

Balfour at Riverfront Park Assisted Living provides a supportive environment for Denver seniors, promoting independence with personalized care. The community offers dining services, social activities, and health monitoring in a comfortable, homey atmosphere. Balfour at Riverfront Park Assisted Living offers you the assurance that your loved one is well-taken care of.

Memory Care

Balfour at Riverfront Park Memory Care supports Denver seniors with Alzheimer's and other dementias through specialized and compassionate care. Key features include tailored care plans, a secure facility, and cognitive-focused activities. Balfour at Riverfront Park Memory Care revitalizes the daily life of your loved one with dementia, allowing you to breathe easier.

Adult Day Care

Balfour at Riverfront Park Adult Day Care provides a nurturing and stimulating setting in Denver for seniors needing daytime support and guidance. Designed with families in mind, the services here offer a safe and stimulating space for their loved ones, granting caregivers the flexibility to attend to their careers, personal responsibilities, or take a much-needed break. For families seeking to balance quality care with financial considerations, Balfour at Riverfront Park Adult Day Care offers a smart choice, delivering professional support and stimulating environments at a more affordable rate than 24/7 nursing care options.

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Balfour at Riverfront Park Amenities & Services

Residents have access to Swimming Pool / Hot Tub, Devotional Services Offsite, Activities Offsite, Vegetarian, Beautician Onsite, Devotional Services Onsite, Activities Onsite, Indoor Common Areas, Outdoor Common Areas, Meals Provided and other facility comforts so seniors feel right at home. Our fully-trained staff is always friendly and available to help seniors feel right at home.

We know that seniors need varying degrees of help as they get older, but still want to feel independent. Our facility has Multiple services and other assistance. We try to make sure that each resident is able to maintain a full life while staying with us.

Residents enjoy of a full schedule of social, educational and entertaining activities. Our structured program helps all residents maintain a high quality of life. Many of our activities encourage members to socialize and develop friendships with other residents. We make sure the activities are fun and entertaining.

If you have interest in visiting our community in Denver and would like to have a closer look, just give us a call at (800) 755-1458 to schedule an appointment.

Balfour at Riverfront Park Location

Balfour at Riverfront Park

1500 Little Raven St, Denver, CO 80202

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(800) 755-1458

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  • Adult Day Care
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care

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Balfour at Riverfront Park Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Balfour at Riverfront Park cost?

Balfour at Riverfront Park calculates pricing for independent living, assisted living, and memory care based on care type, staffing, support services, and level of care required. Additional services like wellness support, cognitive care, and personal hygiene assistance may impact the overall cost. Call (800) 755-1458 for customized quotes and tailored pricing.

Does Balfour at Riverfront Park take Medicare or Medicaid?

Medicare does not pay for independent living, assisted living, memory care, or adult day care because these services are considered non-medical and focus on housing or daily support rather than medical care. However, Medicare may cover certain medical services, such as physical therapy or doctor visits, if they are prescribed as part of a treatment plan. Some memory care services, like those related to medical monitoring or healthcare, may be covered under Medicare. Medicaid may assist with the costs of assisted living, memory care, or adult day care through state-specific programs, but independent living is not typically included. For detailed guidance and eligibility information, call (800) 755-1458 to speak with a trained senior advisor.

What types of living and care are available at Balfour at Riverfront Park?

Four supportive environments await at Balfour at Riverfront Park. Independent living maintains active senior autonomy. Assisted living provides continuous personal care support. Memory care delivers specialized assistance for cognitive challenges. Adult day care ensures professional supervision and activities during daytime hours.

Are new residents being accepted at Balfour at Riverfront Park?

Available units at Balfour at Riverfront Park may vary daily. Call (800) 755-1458 to connect with a senior living professional about openings. Individuals can join a waiting list during periods without available units.

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Is Balfour at Riverfront Park rated well?

Balfour at Riverfront Park’s 4.7 rating reflects glowing reviews. Customers commended the independent living, assisted living, memory care, and adult day care, mentioning the supportive environment, clean surroundings, and exceptional level of care.

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October 2024

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Dr. M. Joseph Elias

October 2024

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Gene Goldberg

Update: reducing from 5 to 2 stars It's now three years that I have been at Balfour Riverfront Park and I am leaving this week. The last few months have seen a serious down-turn in the quality of the services here. My move away was prompted by a desire to be closer to family, but I am glad I am going for other reasons now. In the last few months many of the best staff have either left on their own or been fired for no apparent good reason. Example: one injured her foot at home (so not a job related injury.) Instead of offering her light duties until she recovered, she was summarily fired. She was one of the few people on the staff that had energy and motivated residents to participate in activities. Other recent changes are 1) The meal plan has been changed so that beer and wine can no longer be purchased out of the included meal plan but must now come out-of-pocket, an increase in the cost of dining here. 2) The number of resident activities has been dramatically reduced. 3) The valet ride service has been reduced from going until 9:30 at night to 8:30. 4) The valet ride service no longer guarantees a return ride from where they take you; you might have to buy your own Uber ride back home. 5) The new executive director (here 8 months now) has exhibited a lack of concern for resident input. He stopped consulting the Resident Advisory Committee on any matters. He canceled the biweekly meetings where he used to update residents on what was happening in the community. All of these changes have happened without warning or consultation with the residents. The change to the meal plan was done in such a way that even the staff did not know how to implement it when it happened. Everything now is in chaos. This once delightful establishment is falling apart. Only the great fellow residents remain, but if they choose to move out, this place will be just another old folks home with nothing to recommend it. -------------------------------- I have been living at Balfour at Riverfront Park for five months now. The transition to Independent Living was made much easier than I expected by the staff and fellow residents here who almost all have been welcoming and helpful. The several activities organized are varied and stimulating, not just the card games that most other senior living facilities have, but discussions of current events or serious book clubs for example. As the pandemic winds down more activities will be scheduled. The food is excellent and the servers friendly. They all know most of the residents by name and engage in conversations with those of us who want to. There is a standard menu with 6 main items that changes quarterly and daily specials with 5 items. Everything is quite tasty. Examples: filet mignon, rack of lamb, salad Nicoisse, Fettucini Alfredo with chicken, lasagna, halibut with mixed vegetables, pub burger, hot dog, really good onion rings!, salmon filet, boneless chicken breast. Our apartment is adequate to our needs. The common spaces are plushly furnished, but not overly so. Other recent reviews have mentioned problems with a serious water leak that happened recently. For two weeks there was no hot water and during a few days the water to the building had to be shut off from 10 am to 4 pm while the plumbing was replaced. The management offered free bottled water and arranged to take those who wanted to a nearby five star hotel where they had a couple of rooms booked so people could take hot showers. Since our son lives nearby we did not do this. During this event the director was upfront about every step of the process and kept us fully informed of what was happening. As a retired architect I could tell that the problem was being handle professionally as well as could be expected in these pandemic days. Overall I am extremely happy with our decision to have moved here and can not imagine a better place.

September 2024

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JerelCDBErep Chambliss

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Jodi Gallant

Moved my Dad into the Balfour one month ago and we are beyond happy with the facilities, location, staff and food. All have surpassed our expectations.

August 2024

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Yvette Gurule

Beautiful place and wonderful staff at Balfour.

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Liz Kuhns

Our driver Kevin Larson did such an amazing job driving my folks home from the airport. He went above and beyond to make them comfortable and help with all of the transitions. He is wonderful!!!

June 2024

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Tony Patterson

The Apartment make-ready crew is outstanding. I especially want to commend Connor, who was very helpful, efficient, and friendly.

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Deborah Farmer

My mother and stepdad love Sara, the AL nurse. She is kind, helpful, and is known as the 'nice, blond nurse.' to them. And our family love her as well because we know our parents are well taken care of under her care.

May 2024

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Hayden DePorter

My grandparents have been living at the Balfour for about a year and a half. So often when people picture retirement communities, they picture dullness and sadness. But the Balfour could NOT be more opposite!! Whenever I visit the Balfour, I leave happier than when I arrived. Everyone living there is so friendly and the place is so full of life. Most importantly, my grandparents are so happy. The Balfour seems to have shaved years off their life! I would also like to give a special shoutout to Tina. She is a gem of a person and the Balfour is really lucky to have her as an employee. If I could give the Balfour more than five stars, I would!

April 2024

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Sabrina "Brina" Cavazos

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Holly Biro

I have lived at Balfour Riverfront just over three years. I am very happy here. The staff care about all of the residents. I wonder if Human Resources asks the applicants if they love their grandma before they are hired. Laurel and Paula at the front desk are always very pleasant and can answer any question given to them. One of the drivers, Matt, went out of his way to make sure I am safe for repeated nighttime rides back home to Balfour. The culture of caring and patience at Balfour is practicedeg by Patrick Raab, the Executive Director who is very open and accessible.

March 2024

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Sara Suter

Lexy Jensen, Luisa Rocha, Azalya Jimenez and Michaela Fortune are excellent care givers, very compitent, great problem solvers and genuinely nice people. Balfour is a beautiful community with excellent food and good companionship. Most of the staff here is amazing and a pleasure to be with. My only real complaint is that our transportation bus is not adequate and is too small. We need a new one. The step is too tall and the seats are too small.

March 2024

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Brenda Vasquez

Very great place. Clean and friendly staff.Laray Martinez and Sylvia Medina are always so caring to our staff and willing to put out a helping hand no matter the circumstances. Destiny Patterson is always going above and beyond for the company

March 2024

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Jeff Baird

There is only one Riverfront Park, where everything is at a Higher Level - Senior Care, World Class Dining, Robust Activity Calendar and simply the best of everything. On a scale of 1-10, Balfour is well into the teens, raising the bar on senior living and setting new standards in helping seniors live their best lives. Simply The Best.

March 2024

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Ronnie Sherman

I want to commend one of your maintenance employees. His name is David Pena and his interactions with one of the residents was exceptional. I saw him come over to a resident, who has lost her vision, to speak with her. She was sitting alone, finishing her breakfast. David approached her, identified himself, and engaged in a short conversation with her. As he was leaving, she asked if she could give him a hug. David leaned down (he is MUCH taller than she) and gently hugged her back. She was so happy by his kind and caring gesture. She wasn't invisible. She was recognized and respected. The few thoughtful moments David took to acknowledge this resident altered the direction of this gentle lady's day. I saw her a few hours later and she was still smiling! Bravo, David. You make Balfour proud. We are fortunate to have you as one of our community's employees!

March 2024

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Nikolas Silolahti

Hunter, Paula, Myra, and Laura were all very kind and helpful 🙂

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Austin Burk

Very excellent people skills and proactive. Always in a positive enthusiastic attitude!!! Helping everyone who ever needed. Passionate about her job! Myra Davidson . Front Desk and Server Hunter and Myra

February 2024

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Gail Goldberg

I have lived here for two years. The staff , especially concierges Myra and Ron, valet team member Al, and life enrichment team member Addison are the best. The kitchen staff are amazing. Miles makes the best scrambled eggs; Tova and Adrien made the best chocolates to go along with our wine tasting; Chris, the line cook always makes my steak and fish exactly to my liking. The servers as a whole enhance the dining experience. Katie, from Canada, Sophia, and Justin are all new servers and their attention to detail is amazing and what one would expect from servers with many more years of experience. The entire Balfour Riverfront Park staff, from the Executive Director to newest hire are caring and treat the residents like members of their family.

February 2024

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Chelsea Leader Gold

So grateful to have found this safe space for our dad to call home.

February 2024

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Rhoades Alderson

Things started out very well when my parents moved there soon after it opened. Since that time there was increasing turnover in staff, fewer folks overall, and a decreasing ability to be attentive. Many there are absolutely wonderful folks devoted to their work but I've sensed they are less and less supported by the business behind them. Meanwhile, the rent increased significantly, nearly doubling in the eight years they were there for the same room and services. When my stepdad passed away and my mother had to move out, they charged 2 additional months claiming a 60-day notice rule, which felt a bit predatory given the circumstances -- especially since there's no evidence the policy was in place when my parents signed their lease. With senior living, one is always worried that there is kindness up front and then later an attempt to take advantage. Sadly, it's felt that way with Balfour in recent years.

February 2024

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Victor M.

Balfour Riverfront Park has an amazing staff and is a fantastic place for seniors to live.

February 2024

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TX CO

Amazing leadership and team that genuinely cares for the residents they serve. Just a truly beautiful community that is a substantial cut up above the rest.

February 2024

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Sheldyn Schindler

Brighton Hospice has been working with Balfour for almost 3 years. We work in assisted living communities all over Metro Denver and Balfour has consistently provided top of the line resident care and customer service. Their food is also delicious which is very important Kat and Lavender in the memory care care so deeply for their residents, Laurel and Paula at the front desk and Rob at the front door always greet me by name with smiles, and Victour, Channan, Sarah, Rachel, Melissa, and Theresa give our patients the upmost love and care. We are so grateful for our relationship with this team and this building!

January 2024

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Daniele Power

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Rob Dahlager

Great community and fantastic food. The staff I have interacted with there are caring and truly interested in the residents. A great senior community. We are grateful for their facilities and programs.

January 2024

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Kelli Haselden

Very nice location for those who like downtown Denver.

November 2023

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Elaine Collins

We have lived here in Independent Living for almost 5 years & have found it just the right place for us now that we both are in our 90's.y Just yesterday, the nicest & most knowledgable young man, Jason installed our new TV, He was so very patient & so good at helping us use it. Balfour is very fortunate to have such young people on the staff. Thank you so much. B&E-Balfour Riverfront Park, Denver,CO

October 2023

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Debby Kaufman

The director, Richard Conklin, is professional and kind. He keeps residents and their families informed. He has a loyal, caring staff. And what a staff. From the minute you enter the building, you are greeted and cared for by friendly people. They know your name - even visitors. My mom could not be in a better place than Independent Living at Balfour.

September 2023

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T Kubo

After visiting a number of different independent and assisted living facilities, we realized that Balfour Riverfront stood out in terms of homeyness and comfort, especially with the care and detail of the interior design. The residents we met were incredibly nice and very welcoming. Support staff were all friendly and helpful. The other thing we noticed is that much of the stall adjusted to talk slower or louder to compensate for the older residents. Food has been excellent according to my mother. While she is still trying to adjust, she seems to be doing okay but is still having trouble with lifeloop (close but could still have a better user interface and there could be a little more computer support for the less savvy

August 2023

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Paula Maes

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Arthur Okner

I used to believe that if it was too good to be true it wasn't until i met Alex he is amazing Always there and always going the extra mile

July 2023

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Melody Moore

Alex and Joe curated an amazing tour and experience for my Mom. I am so grateful for the love and caring they showed her. Balfour is a spectacular senior living building with fantastic food and friendly caring service.

June 2023

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Craig Middleton

Alex was extremely kind and very helpful. He answered all my questions with patience and humor. All the staff were friendly and kind.

May 2023

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Mike McKeen

Everyone at Balfour is great! Brad and Roger are so helpful They graciously assited me with valet service, and, my furniture move out by providing access to the garage and elevator Very professional and so pleasant Please let them know! Thank you Mike McKeen <> Lakewood

April 2023

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Carlyn Dodds

Excellent, first class, beautiful common areas.

February 2023

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Stacie Aguilar

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Jason Altshuler

Moving my mom from Houston to Denver was an extremely stressful experience. Luckily, I had help from the wonderful staff at her new location. Alex, the move-in coordinator, was able to work with our movers (who made multiple changes throughout the process)... Even on moving day, he arranged to have cheeseburgers for the guys when they finished. They said " no one has ever bought us dinner before" They were thoroughly impressed. I too was impressed with Alex and I'm grateful for his efforts to make my Mom's move less stressful.

February 2023

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Brooke Smith

Tina did an amazing job expediting my mom into assisted living. She and the team were lifesavers. I love this lower Downtown location because of the vibrancy of the area. They have gone to Rockies games, stadium tours, musicals and great nearby restaurants. It's a gorgeous place that feels good. My mom is safe and has nurses down the hall and she gets to have her little dog. Communication with the nurses and life enrichment team is not 100% which is why I didn't give 5 stars. There is also a great park across the street, which helps to balance the traffic and trains nearby.

February 2023

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Chris Rodriguez

The place is immaculate, so nice, and clean. The food was also amazing as I had lunch when I recently visited a loved. I was very impressed with the facility and the level of care I witnessed. I trust that my loved one is getting top notch care , and the ambiance of the place is 5 star.

January 2023

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Stephanie Price

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November 2022

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Tracy Kubo

After visiting a number of different independent and assisted living facilities, we realized that Balfour Riverfront stood out in terms of homeyness and comfort, especially with the care and detail of the interior design. The residents we met were incredibly nice and very welcoming. Support staff were all friendly and helpful. The other thing we noticed is that much of the stall adjusted to talk slower or louder to compensate for the older residents. Food has been excellent according to my mother. While she is still trying to adjust, she seems to be doing okay but is still having trouble with lifeloop (close but could still have a better user interface and there could be a little more computer support for the less savvy

November 2022

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Dan Roberts

Besides being a luxury cruise liner in drydock, Balfour at Riverfront Park is a highly stimulating intellectual home for those who want to further their life in these penultimate years.

October 2022

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Rachael Maculewicz

Great place

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Dominique Garza

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Anna Moreno

Very upscale nursing home treat their residents very well 

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Lalonda Smiley

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Karen Baud

Our mother entered memory care in spring of 2019 during the height of the pandemic. Balfour staff did a great job of accompanying our family through this difficult process and explaining all the details of the transition. I can't say enough good things about Balfour memory care staff. They are all so patient and compassionate, and seem to truly care about the residents and to appreciate my mother, despite the fact that as a very independent woman, she could often be defiant and difficult to help. I was especially touched that two memory care staff, Kat and Lavender, took time out of their personal lives to show up to the celebration of life we had for her. I especially appreciate the meetings and check ins my Dad, siblings, and me were able to have with the Memory care director and staff. I also commend Balfour for how their director and staff handled the challenges of the pandemic. They did their upmost to enforce the necessary protocolsto keep residents safe, while balancing the need for families to connect. I think Balfour did a much better job at this than most other senior living communities. I don't really have any criticisms to offer, other than it is an expensive place for seniors to live, and thus a very exclusive and privileged community.

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Lawrence James

Plenty of seniors there

April 2022

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Maeve Bacher

Residents are kind often give compliments and are helpful

March 2022

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Joan Kaufman

Hav ing gone through the best of Balfour and the Covid virus Balfour has managed to retain its' beauty, its' wonderful people, and its' desire to DO BETTER in the dining area. This is the weak link at Balfour. I am optimistic the this part of fine living will improve.

March 2022

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JimJan Campbell

I've been here since they opened. We would have moved several times since we moved here, but we decided moving is to be avoided.

March 2022

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Carol Weber

Balfour is a lovely, quiet place to live, where one may make new friends easily and where one may participate in a wide variety of enticing activities.

February 2022

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Cindy Marlowe

Fabulous lunch with my dear friend, beautiful facility!!

February 2022

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Trip Fontaine

A friend and I met for lunch at the restaurant and had a very nice meal. The service was signifigantly slower than you would find in other downtown restaurants. Living spaces are open to all tenants, friendly folks, very quiet but not many options for entertainment. Noted: The majority of the facility programs were cancelled and check points were in place for areas of the property. Overall a nice visit but lacks energy. I was fortunate enough to visit my friend for a cocktail hour recently and invited my son. We had a wonderful time tenant and employee watching but the employees seemed fatigued and disinterested. My son mentioned this dreariness and lack of enteriainment. The female bartenders we conversed with were engaging and chatty and encourage me to return for a tour. Not something we are interested in but we do enjoy our visits every now and then the The Balfour.

December 2021

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Paul Kamber

Beautiful retirement community. Great service and guest concierge personalized service.

October 2021

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Todd Nelson

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Frank Karpowicz

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Vickie Sutton

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Kiersten Taub

From the outside, it looks like a 5-star hotel; inside, it feels like it, with staff and help alike. We began our search for mom, and had heard of The Balfour (at Riverfront Park). When we came up, we didnt think we could afford it, but figured it was worth asking. We are so glad we did, and it was priced similar to other places. Mom was hesitant but once here, she has been welcomed in like family. She is respected in her space and time, though safety has been and is high on their list in taking great care of her. She is so happy her cat could join her, bringing much comfort and company. The Balfour has been great in communicating with both my brother and I, keeping us abreast of changes, with mom or the facility at large. They have a new and easy app to continue the great communication: I can order maintenance for mom, so she doesnt have to, and its taken care of. So. Easy. The food is really good, and varies enough for moms enjoyment. They also have the beautiful Peacock Room for, what I call, elegant fine dining. Anytime family or friends come to visit, we all meet for a meal here with mom, feeling luxurious in our dining without having to go out, convenient to all. I cant recommend this place enough, and can say your family member will be well taken care of here like our mom is. Or, if you are choosing it for Independent Living, you get the convenience of this beautiful facility, all its benefits, while being in the heart of Downtown Denver; you cant be the location, or the energy of the city. We are so grateful for The Balfour, and what they provide for our mom at this stage in her life. They have had major staff overhaul and changes these last two years. We have seen many friends go, and that was unfortunate; but, many new ones coming in are very pleasant. The cost has gone up every year 5%, which is quite a hike, so be ready when planning your familys budget.

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Arthur Paulson

My wife, Lynn, and I have lived at Balfour Riverfront Park for over 3 years, and we love it. It is a wonderful community, great residents, wonderful staff and administration. Things are not always perfect, but where are they? And while Balfour was a nice place to live when we got here, conditions have improved greatly over the 3 years. We have a Residents Advisory Committee, and the administration listens. The staff, top-to-bottom are personally committed to excellent service and they deliver it. When there are problems, they are usually handled in a timely manner. Food service, housekeeping, maintenance, concierge, all excellent. And when there are issues, communication is open and honest. This was a good place to live when we got here, and it has gotten much better. It has also become a much better place to work, judging by the performance, attitude and retention of employees. Lynn and I made a very satisfactory choice to live here.

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Mark Callaghan

Ill never forget the anxiety I experienced when it came time to place my mom and dad in an independent living facility. Imagine how grateful I was when I discovered Balfour at Riverfront Park. The facility is more reminiscent of a Ritz Carlton hotel than a senior living center. My parents loved it – the activities, the chauffeur-driven autos, meals at the Peacock Court or in their home or at restaurants on Larimer Square. It brought me great peace of mind. Sadly, mom passed and, shortly after that, dad moved to assisted living. Balfours staff – and their pandemic protocols – have kept dad safe and well cared-for. As of today, hes had both of his vaccine shots at Balfour and were looking forward to resuming in-person visits. Experiences at both independent living and assisted living were top-notch, particularly during the pandemic.

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Tim Maculewicz

Great

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John Murray

I have been in the Senior Living industry for over 13 years and have over 30 years of restaurant experience. I am so fortunate to be a part of the Balfour Riverfront Park team. The last year has been MORE than challenging with the covid pandemic but with the wise, judicious and unwavering leadership from our Executive Director we have been able to keep our community staff and Residents safe. We are blessed to say that we have not lost anyone while other Senior Living communities have had multiple unfortunate tragic losses. Our company invested a huge amount of money to covid test every employee and Resident each week to ensure we would not have an outbreak in our community. As well, we are vaccinating all Residents and Staff in the next few weeks. Working at Balfour is more than a job, its being part of a family. We care so much about each and every Resident and are able to cater our services in a very personal way. While nothing in life is ever perfect, the way the leaders of the community collaborate and communicate is nothing less than impressive! The service industry is alway plagued with staffing challenges but in our community we all pitch in to help each other when staffing issues arise or there is a Resident that needs support. We are aligned by a common goal (taking care of our Residents) and we make it happen. If you are interested in working for a great company or are looking to move to a home where you will be treated as family, Balfour Riverfront Park is the place for you.

January 2021

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James Jacobs

This building has done amazingly well through the pandemic. Good communication, great safety and health, satisfied residents and families. So relieved that everyone has stayed safe. Great job!

September 2020

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Julie Mcgaver

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August 2020

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Allison Matheny

Beautiful community, caring employees and an outstanding location. Absolutely recommend for anybodys needs!

August 2020

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Carol Morris

Balfour Independent Living at Riverfront Park in Denver is a mixed bag. When you walk into Balfour, your breath is taken away by the exquisitely designed common areas. The five star decor is beautiful and elegant, bright and welcoming. The apartments are nothing to rave about, but every inch of the common areas from the main living room to the dining room to the library, and even the salon, are pure cheerful delight. The three star service, on the other hand, is disappointing and unpredictable. The members of the upper management team are disconnected to the residents and to each other. They dont know what they are doing because the turn over rate is off the charts so they are always new (or absent because their positions have not yet been filled). Communication amongst the different teams and with the residents is lacking. The right hand doesnt know what the left hand is doing leading to inefficiency, chaos, and levels of incompetence that are just down right unacceptable in a place such as Balfour that is intended to be of such high caliber. Non management members, however, are wonderful, accommodating, compassionate, and the best part of what Balfour has to offer and in some ways make up for what the upper management team is incapable of accomplishing. Unfortunately and sadly, their turn over rate is also very high. It appears that Balfour has not figured out how to show appreciation for their Riverfront employees enough to keep them happy and on the job. With a turn over of four chefs in less than a two year period, the dining room service along with its food quality (other than the to die for pastries) is less than mediocre and has been an ongoing never ending disaster. For a facility that sells itself as a five star community and charges exorbitant fees to match the five star promise, their residents deserve better than three star service. With all of that being said, Balfour is dog friendly and centrally located. If you or your parents are culturally oriented and consider pets part of your family, then you cannot beat the dog loving environment and the downtown location. The best part about Balfour are the residents and the supportive camaraderie they share. Sure, you could rent a beautiful unit in a full service apartment building for half the cost but you wouldnt find the friendships and companionships that you find amongst the Balfour residents. For that reason, Balfour is worth a shot. Just understand that the service isnt as pretty as the decor and be prepared for a lot of frustrations and disappointments along the way.

July 2020

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Barbara Howard

Independent Living at Balfour at Riverfront Park is an elegant upscale 5 star resort with superb New York decor including extravagant furnishings, historic murals, paintings, grand hallways, library, and event rooms. Many residents are doctors, former attorneys, and successful business executives. There are numerous amenities including meal supplement for dining in the wonderful white linen table restaurant, fitness center, pool and jacuzzi. Balfour offers plenty of daily activities including lectures from university professors, entertainment, movies, musicians, trips to theater, botanical gardens, etc, There is a beauty salon on site. The staff and residents are extremely nice. Several apartment plans shown on website. I moved in a few weeks ago and love it. Happy resident

June 2020

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Amanda Felli

Balfour has been my home away from home and place of employment for over two years now. My fellow team members are amazing, kind and compassionate people who give their all to the residents and to Balfour. It is both a beautiful establishment and environment to work in and I am proud to be at this community.

June 2020

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Andre Mares

Absolute top notch establishment. My parents love their new apartment! The staff is friendly and attentive. Excellent housekeeping and restaurants. So happy my parents found this excellent place to live!

June 2020

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Eric Matheny

Unbelievable community. Incredible staff. Never see a resident thats not smiling and happy. This tells me all I need to know about a retirement facility! Highly recommend!

May 2020

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Andrea Hallman

The Balfour Riverfront is a beautiful facility in downtown Denver, centrally located to all that Denver has to offer. There are so many beautifully decorated common rooms for residents to enjoy. Whether its the heated indoor pool, workout room, historic train depot, or the bar, movie room, one can find a quiet place to read, have coffee, or visit with a friend. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The new head of nursing in assisted living has greatly improved care, especially for those residents in need of higher-level care. The Balfour isnt perfect, but the staff is open to feedback and responds quickly to concerns of its residents. I would highly recommend the Balfour for your loved ones. It is not only a beautiful, comfortable safe place for your loved ones, but it is a nice place to visit for family members and minutes away from Wholefoods, restaurants, shopping, and Commons Park. Whats not to like?

May 2020

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Renate Hull

Although the leasing staff knew that we were not immediately looking to move, we were treated very well. Over a delicious lunch we had all of our questions answered in a straight- forward manner. The tour of the facility was very thorough including both independent and assisted living spaces as well as the luxurious public areas. Balfour Riverfront Park is in an ideal location for people who do not necessarily want to be outside the city. Thank you, Bryan and Carla. Renate Hull

February 2020

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Jennifer Simms

A great facility with the most gorgeous interior. The service is hit or miss but overall the fellow residents are wonderful and the location is great.

February 2020

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Kristy Ortwein

Beautiful facility with great amenities! Could not ask for a better location. We loved the attention to detail in all of the decorating.

January 2020

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Bonnie Summers

A very beautiful building. Lovely place to call home. The staff are kind, helpful, go above and beyond for the residents. It is expensive, but like anything, you get what you pay for.

June 2019

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Latoya Norman

The facility is beautiful and I like the people they are friendly and care about there residents. My mother in law says the food service can improve but overall she likes it here just fine

March 2019

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Jenna Stapleton

I love visiting my grandmother in law at The Balfour. The place is beautiful and the valet parking convenient. The staff is also great. I like eating at The Peacock restaurant. The service at the restaurant has really improved but the new chef has yet to wow me. The food and service today at the 3rd floor restaurant was horrible! What is going on?

January 2019

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Norman Cruz

Great people, dining experience was amazing very welcoming staff.

November 2017

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Josh Kelly

Beautiful community with super friendly staff and people.

November 2016

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Allan Roth

Wonderful Staff Delicious Dining. Great location

August 2016

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Gary West

Beautiful location. Staff and management focused on customer satisfaction and ensuring best of care service!

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Balfour at Riverfront Park Amenities and Services

Amenities

  • Swimming Pool / Hot Tub
  • Devotional Services Offsite
  • Activities Offsite
  • Vegetarian
  • Beautician Onsite
  • Devotional Services Onsite
  • Activities Onsite
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Meals Provided

Services

  • Multiple services

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