MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Denver, CO

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Denver, CO

Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park

Situated in the serene neighborhood of South Josephine Street, Denver, CO, MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Observatory Park, is an extraordinary senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Experience unmatched comfort and convenience with 81 spacious apartments, meticulously built for residents’ needs and preferences. With its commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community provides round-the-clock care and assistance to give them more time to enjoy their independence.

Relive old hobbies and discover new interests with energizing activities and fun social events orchestrated for an active and blissful lifestyle. Indulge in healthy and tasty meals prepared for residents’ dietary needs and cravings. MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at Observatory Park is ideal for relaxation and safety with its stunning amenities and kindhearted community providing the highest quality of care and support.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #53 / 411Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 53rd out of 411 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Colorado that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
75 / 100

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$5,575 - $9,450/Month

Certifications & Programs

EmpowerMe Wellness therapy partnership — EmpowerMe WellnessA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.
BrainWise — MorningStar Senior LivingA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Safety FeaturesEmergency call systems in suites.

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Does not accept Medicaid
Does not accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.

Additional Services

3 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.
Electronic Health Records System
Grooming

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Beauty Salon
Spa
Movie Theater
Chapel
Bistro
Bar
Terrace
Activities
Special Interest Clubs Led by Residents
Casino Night
Mother's Day Tea
Happy Hour
Personal Training
Arts & Crafts
  • MorningStar University lifelong learning programs

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park.
  • Vegetarian options.
  • Low-sodium / heart-healthy options.
  • Gluten-free options.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Room Sizes
406 - 589 sq. ft 517 - 687 sq. ft 762 - 959 sq. ft
Room Types
Semi-Private / Shared Room

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park

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Places of interest near MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park

Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Denver's city center to MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Denver

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-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. 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.
Harvard Square by Cogir
AL
IL
MC
Denver (Southeast)
155
Facility 155
CO AVG 60
Rank #13 / 300
Yes
78
Facility 78
CO AVG 48
Rank #46 / 411
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedC+Phyllis DelaricheliereCref3 Harvard Square Lessee, LLCPrivate pay
Springbrooke Retirement
AL
IL
MC
RC
Denver (East)
151
Facility 151
CO AVG 60
Rank #15 / 300
Yes
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 48
Rank #20 / 411
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Fanny RouseSpringfield Group LLCPrivate pay
Sunrise of Westminster
AL
MC
RC
Westminster (East Central Westminster)
109
Facility 109
CO AVG 60
Rank #49 / 300
Yes
22
Facility 22
CO AVG 48
Rank #340 / 411
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-Angela ArchibaldSzr Second Westminster Assisted Living LLC-
Balfour Riverfront Park
AL
IL
MC
Denver (Ballpark District)
100
Facility 100
CO AVG 60
Rank #63 / 300
Yes
91
Facility 91
CO AVG 48
Rank #9 / 411
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Kristen Curran-BrookhamWell Balfour Tenant LLCPrivate pay
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park
AL
MC
Denver (South Denver)-Yes
75
Facility 75
CO AVG 48
Rank #53 / 411
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----

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

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Colorado

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park is located in Denver, 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 Observatory Park

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

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park is in the South Denver neighborhood of Denver.

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

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Does MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park on this page.

Are pets allowed at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park?

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

How much does MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park cost per month?

Pricing at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park starts at $5,575 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

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

Yes — there are 18 photos of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park provide?

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park offers Assisted Living & Memory Care.

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