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

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park offers assisted living and memory care in Denver, CO. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident keeps a private living space, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

These care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts are available, along with companion/shared suites for residents who prefer to live with another person.

Respite care supports a short-term stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed so a resident may bring a pet when moving in. The starting price ranges from $5,575 to $9,450 per month, giving families a monthly budget range rather than one rate for every care arrangement.

Chef-prepared meals include choices at each meal, with vegetarian, gluten-free, low-sodium, sugar-free and dairy-free options for residents with those dietary needs. A salon and spa, fitness center, art studio, theatre and chapel, and sky terrace with a putting green offer places for personal care, exercise, creative activities and outdoor recreation, while resident-led clubs and MorningStar University provide structured interests and lifelong learning.

A Walk Score of 75 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops and services independently. MorningStar Senior Living operates the community.

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 / 409Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 53rd out of 409 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.

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.
Balfour Riverfront Park
AL
IL
MC
Denver (Ballpark District)
100
Facility 100
CO AVG 61
Rank #65 / 299
Yes
91
Facility 91
CO AVG 48
Rank #9 / 409
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Kristen Curran-BrookhamWell Balfour Tenant LLCPrivate pay
Springbrooke Retirement
AL
IL
MC
RC
Denver (East)
151
Facility 151
CO AVG 61
Rank #15 / 299
Yes
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 48
Rank #20 / 409
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Fanny RouseSpringfield Group LLCPrivate pay
Harvard Square by Cogir
AL
IL
MC
Denver (Southeast)
155
Facility 155
CO AVG 61
Rank #13 / 299
Yes
78
Facility 78
CO AVG 48
Rank #46 / 409
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedC+Phyllis DelaricheliereCref3 Harvard Square Lessee, LLCPrivate pay
Sunrise of Westminster
AL
MC
RC
Westminster (East Central Westminster)
109
Facility 109
CO AVG 61
Rank #49 / 299
Yes
22
Facility 22
CO AVG 48
Rank #338 / 409
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-Angela ArchibaldSzr Second Westminster Assisted Living LLC-
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park
AL
MC
Denver (South Denver)-Yes
75
Facility 75
CO AVG 48
Rank #53 / 409
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

Programs that may help with care and living costs in Colorado

MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park is in Denver, Colorado. 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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In-home & community support

Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Income limit
2026 · Standard EBD financial pathway uses 300% of SSI ($2,982/month in 2026). Alternative working-disabled eligibility and trust rules require screening.
Asset limit
Standard individual countable-resource limit is $2,000; spousal protections and alternative eligibility categories require review.

Eligibility

General
Adults age 65+ with significant functional impairment or adults age 18–64 who are blind, physically disabled or have HIV/AIDS; Medicaid and nursing-facility level-of-care criteria apply.
CO specifics
Selected services transitioned to Community First Choice by July 1 2026; distinguish remaining waiver benefits from CFC services.

What it provides

  • Waiver services authorized through an assessed care plan; selected home and community services transitioned to Community First Choice.
In-home support

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Eligibility

General
Colorado residents age 5+ with a disability who qualify for Home Care Allowance.

What it provides

  • Cash assistance to pay a home-care provider for help with daily activities in the home.
In-home and community support; no room-and-board payment

Community First Choice

Colorado Health First Colorado Community First Choice (CFC)

Eligibility

General
In-home and community support for Health First Colorado members who meet CFC Medicaid and institutional-level-of-care requirements and have an assessed support plan.
CO specifics
Members whose Medicaid eligibility depends on a waiver must continue at least one qualifying waiver service monthly. Authorizations and current limits apply. This is not room-and-board coverage.

What it provides

  • Authorized personal care; homemaker and other home/community supports; with agency or self-directed options. CFC does not pay room and board and does not duplicate services paid under another Medicaid benefit.
Health coverage

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Eligibility

General
Qualifying recipients of Colorado Old Age Pension assistance who are not eligible for Health First Colorado and meet the OAP medical-program requirements.
CO specifics
OAP Health and Medical Care is a limited state-funded medical-coverage program for eligible OAP recipients.

What it provides

  • Limited medical benefits for eligible OAP recipients who are not eligible for Health First Colorado.
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Frequently Asked Questions about MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 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.
02 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.
03 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.
04 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.
05 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.
06 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.
07 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.