Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Cheyenne, WY

Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Cheyenne, WY

Overview of Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne

Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne is a memory care community in Cheyenne, WY, specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Fostering comfort and familiarity, the community features accessible, private, and shared rooms in a nurturing and home-like setting. Three home-cooked meals daily, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services are also provided to improve residents’ living experiences. Alongside 24-hour care with a one-to-five caregiver-to-resident ratio, personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ needs and preferences.

Outings, social events, and sensory-stimulating games help enhance residents’ memory and maintain their holistic well-being. A therapy room, a secured backyard, and cozy common areas also ensure residents can rest and move around safely. Situated in the quiet residential area of Cheyenne, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. With its high standards of care dedicated to older adults’ welfare, this memory care community is a great choice for senior living in Wyoming.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 16 Rank #11 / 11Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 11th out of 11 assisted living communities we track in Wyoming for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Wyoming facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Wyoming that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #25 / 27Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 25th out of 27 assisted living communities we track in Wyoming for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Wyoming facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Wyoming that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
12 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #3 / 10Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 3rd out of 10 assisted living communities we track in Wyoming for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wyoming average, with its Statewide rank out of 10. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Wyoming that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
93.8% This home usually has limited availability

Based on 15 residents and 16 beds. Source: state licensing agency resident count

Higher than the Wyoming average: 74.7%

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountyLaramie
License Number15359

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne is administered by Sundae Clay.

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Care
16 units
Total beds
16 units

Leadership

Director of NursingSundae Clay

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Individualized Health and Wellness Assessments
Diabetes Care
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.

Additional Services

6 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Adult Day Program
On-Site Management Team
HousekeepingListed as: Daily housekeeping and laundry services
Laundry & Linen
TransportationListed as: Transportation to and from medical appointments · Handicap-accessible transportation

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Community Kitchen
Porch & Patio
Beauty Salon
Cable Tv
Wi-Fi
Open Family Room
Secure Backyard
Activities
Social Outings and Community Events
Visit To Cheyenne's Western Museums
Walks On the Trail at the Pointe
Visit To Botanic Gardens
  • Day trips and afternoon outings throughout Cheyenne area

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Types
Private Room Semi-Private / Shared Room
In-Room Features
Private Suites With Full Handicap-Accessible Bathrooms

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Address 4.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cheyenne's city center to Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Cheyenne

Info below is compiled from the WY Dept. of Health (WDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Primrose Retirement Community of Cheyenne
AL
IL
MC
Cheyenne
45
Facility 45
WY AVG 71
Rank #8 / 11
Yes-1 Bed / 2 Bed18A+
Pointe Frontier
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Cheyenne-No
48
Facility 48
WY AVG 40
Rank #11 / 27
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed25A+
Edgewood Sierra Hills
AL
Cheyenne
100
Facility 100
WY AVG 71
Rank #4 / 11
No
58
Facility 58
WY AVG 40
Rank #5 / 27
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--
Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne
AL
MC
RC
Cheyenne
16
Facility 16
WY AVG 71
Rank #11 / 11
No
12
Facility 12
WY AVG 40
Rank #25 / 27
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms--
Aspen Wind
AL
MC
Cheyenne-No
62
Facility 62
WY AVG 40
Rank #3 / 27
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WY assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in Wyoming

Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne is in Cheyenne, Wyoming. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Cash support · veterans

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Wyoming VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
Countable income must be below the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate (MAPR); the rate depends on dependents and benefit category; Qualifying unreimbursed medical expenses may reduce countable income.
Asset limit
VA pension net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1 2025 through November 30 2026; net worth includes countable assets and annual income under VA rules.

Eligibility

General
Additional pension benefits for qualifying Veterans or survivors who satisfy VA pension eligibility and the medical requirements for Aid and Attendance or Housebound status; being an older veteran or spouse alone does not qualify.
WY specifics
This is a federal VA benefit rather than a state-specific grant; Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • Increased monthly VA pension based on the applicable MAPR less countable income.
In-home & community support

Community Choices Waiver

WY Medicaid CCW

Income limit
2026 · Maximum countable-income standard $2,982 per month; State policy provides an income-trust process when income exceeds the standard; individual review is required.

Eligibility

General
Wyoming resident age 19 or older who meets the aged blind or disabled category; medical necessity funding opportunity and approved plan of care required.
WY specifics
Eligibility does not guarantee an immediate funded slot; approved plan of care controls start date; Current policy states no patient contribution for community waiver clients.

What it provides

  • Approved Community Choices home/community services under the plan of care.
In-home support

Wyoming Home Services

WY Home Services

Eligibility

General
Wyoming Home Services supports people with assessed needs affecting independent living; service-specific functional criteria apply.
WY specifics
Care coordination evaluates needs and authorizes a care plan.

What it provides

  • Care coordination personal care minor home modifications medication setup chores homemaker respite emergency response adult day care and hospice as authorized.
In-home & community support

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Wyoming OAA Services

Who it is for
Adults 60+ looking for meals, in-home help or other local aging services
Income limit
OAA nutrition services have no income means test; priority is directed to people with greatest economic or social need.
Asset limit
OAA nutrition eligibility is not asset-tested.

Eligibility

General
Older Americans Act supportive and nutrition services generally serve adults age 60 or older; individual services can have additional criteria and specified exceptions.
WY specifics
Wyoming administers OAA supportive nutrition disease-prevention and caregiver programs.

What it provides

  • Locally available nutrition and supportive services may include meals and in-home assistance.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wyoming Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing
Income limit
Under state Table 1 effective April 1 2026 SLMB covers 101% to 120% FPL and QI covers 121% to 135% FPL; the applicable counting rules and household size determine eligibility.

Eligibility

General
Wyoming resident meeting Medicare-related and Medicaid general eligibility requirements for the applicable MSP tier.
WY specifics
Different tiers cover different Medicare costs.

What it provides

  • QMB provides qualifying Medicare premium and cost-sharing assistance; SLMB and QI provide Part B premium assistance subject to eligibility.
Energy assistance

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Wyoming LIEAP

Who it is for
Income-eligible households responsible for home heating costs
Income limit
Total household income at or below 60% of Wyoming state median income; household-size limits apply.

Eligibility

General
Wyoming households including eligible homeowners renters and people in permanently parked recreational vehicles; responsible heating costs and other requirements apply.
WY specifics
Current applications October 1 2026 through April 30 2027; Crisis applicants must show at least one verifiable utility payment in the previous 60 days under rules effective October 1 2026.

What it provides

  • Partial winter-heating assistance paid to fuel vendor and qualifying heating-emergency help; amounts depend on energy needs income and family size.
Homeowner tax relief

Long-Term Homeowner Property Tax Exemption

Wyoming Long-Term Homeowner Property Tax Exemption

Eligibility

General
Wyoming homeowners whose owner or spouse is age 65 or older and has paid Wyoming residential property taxes for at least 25 years, not necessarily consecutively, and who meet primary-residence requirements.
WY specifics
Applications for tax year 2027 are open October 1 2026 through March 1 2027. The normal occupancy requirement is at least eight months. Apply through the state portal or county assessor; approval and annual confirmation are required. This is property-tax relief, not senior-living care funding.

What it provides

  • Exempts 50% of the fair market value of the qualifying primary residence and associated land up to 35 acres. The exemption applies only to the first $3,000,000 of fair market value.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Who is the Director of Nursing at Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne?
Sundae Clay is the Director of Nursing at Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne.
02 Is Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne in a walkable area?
Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
03 What is the license number of Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne?
According to WY state health department records, Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne's license number is 15359.
04 When does Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne's license expire?
According to WY state health department records, Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne's license expires on December 31, 2026.
05 What is the occupancy rate at Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne?
Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne's occupancy is 93.8%.
06 Are pets allowed at Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne?
No, Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne has a no-pet policy.
07 What is the best email address for Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne?
The team at Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne can be reached at sclay@liveatthecreek.com.