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 #31 / 31Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 31 homes 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 cover every community we track in Wyoming that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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 #48 / 51Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th out of 51 homes 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 cover every community we track in Wyoming that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
12 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #3 / 26Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 26 homes we track in Wyoming for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wyoming average, with its Statewide rank out of 26. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Wyoming that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
94% This home usually has limited availability
Higher than the Wyoming average: 74.2%
Occupied beds
15 / 16

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

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of NursingSundae Clay

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

Community Kitchen
Laundry
Salon
Patio
Transportation
Porch
Open Family Room
Secure Backyard
Double Rooms

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne

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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
Edgewood Sierra Hills
AL
Cheyenne
100
Facility 100
WY AVG 82
Rank #10 / 31
No
58
Facility 58
WY AVG 47
Rank #14 / 51
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--
Pointe Frontier Retirement
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Cheyenne
50
Facility 50
WY AVG 82
Rank #21 / 31
Yes
53
Facility 53
WY AVG 47
Rank #25 / 51
-
25
Facility 25
WY AVG 23
Rank #3 / 7
A+
Primrose Retirement Community of Cheyenne
AL
IL
MC
Cheyenne
45
Facility 45
WY AVG 82
Rank #24 / 31
Yes-1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
WY AVG 23
Rank #5 / 7
A+
Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne
AL
MC
RC
Cheyenne
16
Facility 16
WY AVG 82
Rank #31 / 31
No
12
Facility 12
WY AVG 47
Rank #48 / 51
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms--
Pointe Frontier
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Cheyenne-No
48
Facility 48
WY AVG 47
Rank #26 / 51
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
WY AVG 23
Rank #3 / 7
A+

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wyoming

Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne is located in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Wyoming.

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Community Choices Waiver

WY Medicaid CCW

Age 65+ or disabled
General Wyoming resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WY

Sparse population; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Wyoming Home Services

WY Home Services

Age 60+
General Wyoming resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
WY

Limited funding; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Wyoming OAA Services

Age 60+
General WY resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Includes Meals on Wheels; serves ~10,000 annually; rural emphasis.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wyoming Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WY resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WY

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Wyoming LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WY resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available; serves ~15,000 households.

Benefits
Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Wyoming National Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; WY resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Covers Big Horn, Carbon, Converse, Fremont, Goshen, Hot Springs, Laramie, Natrona, Washakie; serves ~1,000 annually.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Wyoming VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WY resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WY

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Refund Program

Wyoming Property Tax Refund Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WY resident 5+ years, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$22,500/year (individual in high-cost counties), ~$18,000 (low-cost); $36,000/$28,800 (couples).
Asset Limits Not assessed beyond income.
WY

Refunds up to $900 (homeowners) or 50% rent paid; serves ~5,000 annually.

Benefits
Tax refund (~$200-$900/year avg.)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wyoming SFMNP

Age 60+
General WY resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne

Who is the Director of Nursing at Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne?

Sundae Clay is the Director of Nursing at Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne.

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.

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.

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.

What is the occupancy rate at Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne?

Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne's occupancy is 94%.

Are pets allowed at Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne?

No, Cottonwood Creek of Cheyenne has a no-pet policy.

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.

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