Shorter Arms Housing Project sits at 2202 Downing St #3 in Denver, CO, offering affordable senior housing options in a vibrant area near hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, cafes, restaurants, and theaters, which makes daily living and getting out pretty convenient for most. The community gives seniors choices with studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans, all with appliances already included, and units range from 380 to 770 square feet, with off-street parking and onsite laundry for easy access, and you'll find private or semi-private suites depending on what's needed. Residents need to meet income rules based on AMI percentages-30%, 50%, 60%, or 80%-since the project uses the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, and rent is based on household income, plus there's a project-based Section 8 rental assistance program, so it's good to know about waitlists, which are often longer for rent-assisted units, and proof like birth certificates, Social Security cards, government ID, and income gets required when applying.
Folks living here get to walk in gardens and on outdoor paths, and for those interested in hobbies, there's a greenhouse, outdoor terraces, a ceramic studio, art studio, and woodshop, and for people who like games or sports, they've put in a bocce court, billiard room, baseball field, pickleball and basketball courts, shuffleboard, and a sports court, and anyone who likes swimming has indoor and outdoor pools, including a beach entry pool and a whirlpool bath for relaxing. The community has spaces for big groups like an auditorium and a ballroom, a historic chapel for worship or events, along with a library, computer lab, convenience store, community center, and private dining rooms, plus outdoor patios for fresh air, and high-speed internet and WiFi everywhere.
Shorter Arms offers assisted living with the LifeCare program, independent living, personal care, home care, respite, adult day care, hospice, rehabilitation, continuing care, and skilled nursing, covering a wide range from active seniors to those needing dementia care, Alzheimer's care, and memory care-with special designs in the memory care area to help prevent wandering and reduce confusion. The apartments have individual climate control and an emergency call system, so residents and their families can feel a bit safer. Small pets are allowed, and the place puts some focus on community, letting youth groups visit and hosting educational and recreation programs to keep people active and social.
There's secured transportation and scheduled rides, and the RTD Rail nearby helps folks who don't drive, and being surrounded by green spaces and parks helps make alone time or walks outside easy. Avail Property Management, Inc. runs the community, keeping up the grounds and handling apartment needs, and the place stays focused on helping low-income renters find safe, accessible options in Denver for the long haul or shorter terms. With all these amenities and services tied to an affordable, senior-centered community, Shorter Arms Housing Project gives seniors a place to keep busy, stay social, and get the extra help most people want as they age, whether that's for independent living, care when it's needed, or just being someplace with a bit more company than living alone.
