Villagio of Broomfield, a memory care facility located in Broomfield, Colorado, recently made headlines when it informed residents and their families that they had 30 days to vacate the premises after the facility was sold. The news came as a shock to families of dementia patients residing there, who were unaware of the building's sale. The director of operations, Carla Martin, stated that they complied with state law by providing the required 30 days' notice. However, families expressed their disappointment at the lack of prior notification about the sale.
The facility, known for its specialized memory care services, had been listed for sale as far back as October of the previous year, with the sale finalized in May. Families who had recently placed their loved ones at Villagio of Broomfield only learned of the sale through a letter sent to them. Many families chose the facility for its specialized care and the ability to accommodate residents on Medicaid after they had spent down their assets.
Despite the positive experiences families had with the staff and care provided at Villagio of Broomfield, the sudden news of the sale caused uncertainty and concern among residents and their families. Some advocates in the senior care industry expressed their disappointment at the lack of transparency surrounding the sale and the impact it had on residents with dementia.
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment requires facilities to give residents 30 days' notice before involuntarily moving them, a rule that has sparked discussion on the need for additional safeguards in such situations. Families affected by the sale of Villagio of Broomfield raised questions about the ethical considerations and the impact on residents with dementia who rely on stable and familiar environments for their well-being.