Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Aurora, CO

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 memory care communities in Aurora, CO using CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in CO
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Avg Walk Score: 50/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Aurora, CO. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 91The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Aurora, CO. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Magnolia Place Assisted Living

Live without worries at Magnolia Place Assisted Living, an idyllic retreat in Aurora, CO, offering assisted living. With a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock, residents receive top-notch care for their daily living activities and personal needs. Purposely built and secure accommodations are also provided to ensure residents’ comfort and safety.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun activities and enriching programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Delicious and well-balanced meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also available to ensure residents will not miss any of their medication. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years.

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Overview of Gardens Care Saddle Rock

Gardens Care Saddle Rock is a 64-bed assisted living community operated by The Gardens Care Homes LLC under Jennifer Conrad’s administration in Aurora’s Heritage Eagle Bend neighborhood. It caters to seniors and individuals with disabilities who need help with daily living activities while maintaining as much independence as possible.

Two distinct care pathways are offered. The facility’s primary Assisted Living program provides 24/7 personal care in a licensed residential setting, assisting residents with bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals while keeping a home-like atmosphere. For residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, Memory Care offers specialized, secured programming tailored for cognitive impairment. This program features staff trained in dementia care, higher staff-to-resident ratios, and an environment designed. It’s built to minimize confusion and wandering risk. Licensed Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) working on-site deliver daily care, with therapy services for supporting residents’ physical and functional needs. The community provides structured support all day, acknowledging that seniors’ care needs don’t follow a 9-to-5 schedule. Located at 7475 S Shawnee Street, the community stands in a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 20, meaning most errands and outings need transportation.

The residential setting is calmer than busier commercial zones, which many families find attractive for a quieter living atmosphere. For families wanting to learn more, contact the facility directly.

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Overview of Renew Saddle Rock Aurora

Renew Saddle Rock Aurora is on the southeast edge of the Denver metro, in Aurora’s Saddle Rock – Bay Hill neighborhood, about 3.2 miles from AdventHealth Parker and 16.8 miles from the city center. The address is 7475 S Shawnee St. It’s a car-dependent area, with a Walk Score of 29, so transportation access matters here. The community offers transportation services on-site.

The facility covers assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof, with a minimum age of 55. That three-level range is worth noting: it means residents who enter at an independent living level can move into assisted or memory care on the same campus if their needs shift, rather than having to relocate entirely. For families planning ahead, that continuity has practical value.

The community has been running for 12 years. That’s a meaningful track record, not a brand-new operation, but not a decades-old institution either.

What’s confirmed is the care type range, the location, the operating history, and transportation access; it’s a mid-tenure, multi-level care campus in a car-dependent suburban pocket of southeast Aurora.

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Angel Care

1010 S Joliet St Ste 106, Aurora, CO 80012
Overview of Angel Care

Based in Aurora, CO, Angel Care is a dedicated home care provider that offers personal care and companionship. Older adults can ease their worries with a kind and highly trained team helping with their daily living activities. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring older adults have more time to do the things they love.

Cheerful companions accompany older adults and engage in fun conversations, striving to enhance their emotional and social well-being. Delicious and healthy meals are also prepared to ensure older adults have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. This home care provider is ideal for those aiming to spend their retirement at home, especially with its dedicated services.

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Overview of Arapahoe Community Living

Make every moment of your best years count at Arapahoe Community Living, an idyllic retreat in Aurora, CO, offering assisted living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their daily living activities around the clock. Alongside beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, so residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

With a carefully planned calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to learn new things and interact with their surroundings. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its exceptional services and engaging programs, residents are guaranteed to have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Cardan Manor

Cardan Manor is a small and homey facility, providing a comfortable and welcoming environment for seniors. Their goal is to help residents maintain their highest level of functioning and independence. Personal care assistance and medication therapy management are available to ensure that residents receive optimal care.

Here, socialization and activities are considered essential components of overall wellness. Residents can enjoy excursions, games, puzzles, and music sing-alongs. Transportation and salon services are also provided to keep residents looking and feeling their best. Truly, Cardan Manor is a community of compassionate individuals who are dedicated to providing high-quality care for people in their sunset years. 

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Weighting overview

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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Aurora, CO

What is the average cost of memory care in Aurora, CO?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Aurora, CO is approximately $5,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Aurora, CO?

Memory care in Aurora, CO typically ranges from $4,000–$7,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Aurora, CO?

Memory care communities in Aurora, CO typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Colorado?

Assisted living in Colorado supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Colorado Medicaid cover memory care?

Colorado Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Colorado) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 16 memory care communities in Aurora, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.