MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Lakewood, CO

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Lakewood, CO

Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood

A proud MorningStar Senior Living Group member, MorningStar at Applewood provides exceptional senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care options tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best accommodations, striving to be Lakewood’s top-ranked assisted living community. It is an elegant community built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like service. Residents of MorningStar at Applewood can rest assured that they can feel like they’re a home away from home.

The community boasts elegant designs and upscale amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. MorningStar promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, providing essential services– housekeeping, social and recreational events, and transportation events. Management encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
18 years
Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #411 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 411th out of 838 homes we track in Colorado for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Colorado 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 Colorado 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.
55 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 311 - 455 / 455 - 550 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Morgan

Administrator

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood

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Address 4.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lakewood's city center to MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1 miles to nearest hospital (Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital)

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Info below is compiled from the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), 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. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Payment methods or payer types accepted (e.g. private pay, Medicaid), as reported in state or survey data.
The Belleview Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Englewood
178
Facility 178
CO AVG 74
Rank #17 / 516
Yes
81
Facility 81
CO AVG 53
Rank #97 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Shelby BulferHsre-Dial X Trs LLCPrivate pay
Woodlake Legacy Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Lakewood (Foothills)
131
Facility 131
CO AVG 74
Rank #59 / 516
Yes
71
Facility 71
CO AVG 53
Rank #206 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed-Matthew WistreichLakewood Cv Operations LLCPrivate pay
The Granville Assisted Living Center
AL
Lakewood
120
Facility 120
CO AVG 74
Rank #73 / 516
No
74
Facility 74
CO AVG 53
Rank #168 / 838
-A+Joseph WhitneyThe Granville Ltd-
Village at Belmar
AL
IL
MC
Lakewood (Creighton)
115
Facility 115
CO AVG 74
Rank #93 / 516
Yes
73
Facility 73
CO AVG 53
Rank #179 / 838
2 BedA+Diego BarrantesBmsh I Lakewood Co LLCPrivate pay
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood
AL
MC
Lakewood (Applewood Villages)-Yes
55
Facility 55
CO AVG 53
Rank #411 / 838
Studio / 1 BedA+Morgan--

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Colorado

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood is located in Lakewood, Colorado.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Colorado.

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Colorado 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).
CO

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+
General Colorado resident.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CO

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Benefits
Cash (~$100-$800/month) Limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week) Medical assistance

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Benefits
All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy Medical visits

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Age
General Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, stricter than waivers
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider) E.g. Bathing Dressing

Frequently Asked Questions about MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood

What neighborhood is MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood in?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood is in the Applewood Villages neighborhood of Lakewood.

Is MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood in a walkable area?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood been in business?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood has been operating for approximately 18 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood?

Yes, MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood?

Yes — there are 6 photos of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood is located at 2800 Youngfield St, Lakewood, CO 80215.

What is the phone number of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood?

(720) 903-3528 will put you in contact with the team at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Applewood.

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