Page 14 of Best Memory Care in Colorado

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 326 memory care providers in 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: 52/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Colorado. 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: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Colorado. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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-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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
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.
Greenridge Place
MC
Westminster (West Westminster)
76No 37 1 Bed / 2 Bed Suite-Janel TolchinWestminster 7700, LLCPrivate pay
Garden Terrace at Aurora
MC
NH
SNF
Aurora
120
Facility 120
CO AVG
Rank #43 / 233
No
46
Facility 46
CO AVG
Rank #176 / 256
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Liberty Heights
MC
AL
CCRC(
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Colorado Springs (Northgate)
60
Facility 60
CO AVG
Rank #166 / 233
Yes
40
Facility 40
CO AVG
Rank #189 / 256
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Alina SolorzanoGa Hc Reit II Liberty Trs Sub LLCPrivate pay
Julia Temple Healthcare Center
MC
NH
SNF
Englewood
128
Facility 128
CO AVG
Rank #38 / 233
No
68
Facility 68
CO AVG
Rank #112 / 256
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La Villa Grande Care Center
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Grand Junction
96
Facility 96
CO AVG
Rank #106 / 233
No
60
Facility 60
CO AVG
Rank #138 / 256
--John EstradaSnh Co Tenant LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
Skylake Post Acute
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Wy Thornton
242
Facility 242
CO AVG
Rank #1 / 233
No
72
Facility 72
CO AVG
Rank #87 / 256
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Bear Creek Senior Living
MC
AL
Colorado Springs
45No 95 -A+Christine Ann SwansonStellar Bear Creek, LLC-
Aspen Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center
MC
AL
RC
Grand Junction
56No 3 Private Studio / Shared StudioA+Jacob DukeSh1 Aspen Ridge LLCPrivate pay
Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care North Arvada
MC
AL
Arvada (Scenic Heights)
16Yes 21 Private / Companion RoomsA+Joshua VinesApplewood Our House Assisted Living Facility 5 LLCPrivate pay
Gardens Care Senior Living – Memorial Park
MC
AL
Evans
32No 58 Private / Semi-PrivateA+---

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Overview of Greenridge Place

Peacefully set near the serene Sensory Park and Dry Creek Trail in Westminster, CO, Greenridge Place is a blissful retreat that offers memory care. Here, residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia receive the highest quality of care and assistance from a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their unique needs 24/7. The community also utilizes innovative approaches to ensure quick response to emergencies and ensure hassle-free communication.

There’s no dull moment in the community with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to residents’ leisure and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Medication management and companionship are provided for residents’ comfort and peace of mind. The community is great for those who need additional care to enhance their cognition and make their later years memorable.

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Overview of Garden Terrace at Aurora

Experience the serene oasis of the Garden Terrace at Aurora, where compassion and expertise intersect to provide unparalleled skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Ensconced in a welcoming suburban community, the facility offers a refreshing escape for memory care patients seeking top-notch care.

Whether one requires short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, their team of in-house therapists and nurses is dedicated to providing personalized care that helps residents flourish. Their homelike atmosphere creates a sense of comfort and ease, providing the perfect space for recovery, rest, and peace.

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Liberty Heights

12105 Ambassador Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
Overview of Liberty Heights

Liberty Heights is located in the picturesque natural landscapes of Colorado Springs and provides an array of living options to suit different lifestyles. Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation, this home has you covered. The community believes in enhancing residents’ lifestyles and continually raises the bar to provide the best possible care. They provide a range of services depending on your lifestyle option, including 24-hour emergency response, transportation, personalized care plans, housekeeping, on-site therapy, and nutrition management.

Moreover, the floor plans are beautifully designed, and the community boasts upscale amenities such as a courtyard, library, art center, fitness center, spa, main and private dining rooms, balcony, rehab gym, individual parking, and more. At Liberty Heights, residents can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle, made possible by the staff’s attention to detail and commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of the living experience. With a wide range of amenities and services, residents can truly savor the glowing sunsets of Colorado Springs.

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Overview of Julia Temple Healthcare Center
Julia Temple Healthcare Center is located in Englewood, Colorado, and offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The facility features skilled nursing services, in-house therapy, and a variety of activities to keep residents engaged. It provides a welcoming environment for recovery and care.

Contact Julia Temple Healthcare Center

La Villa Grande Care Center

2501 Little Bookcliff Dr, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Overview of La Villa Grande Care Center

Owned by SNH CO Tenant LLC, La Villa Grande Care Center is a 96-bed nursing home in Grand Junction, Colorado. John Estrada serves as the administrator. The community provides skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, hospice care, memory care, and short-term respite stays, giving residents access to a broad range of services in one location. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care.

Residents stay an average of 189 days, which is a mix of rehabilitation and longer-term skilled nursing care. The community welcomes residents from all backgrounds, including veterans. Nursing staff provides an average of 3 hours and 42 minutes of care per resident each day. The community currently operates at about 39% occupancy.

State inspections in Colorado have mainly focused on medication management, infection control, and a resident safety incident. Corrective actions were taken following each finding. Families touring La Villa Grande Care Center may want to ask how these areas are monitored and managed as part of the community’s daily operations.

Residents can enjoy a regular calendar of social activities, along with a library, computer room, and a landscaped courtyard with a fountain. Rooms include emergency call systems, individual climate controls, and community Wi-Fi. An on-site beauty and barber salon adds convenience. Pets are welcome, allowing residents to keep a companion animal.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 60, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services are within walking distance.

Contact La Villa Grande Care Center

Overview of Skylake Post Acute
Skylake Post Acute is a Medicare-certified rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Thornton, Colorado. It offers 24-hour skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and a memory care unit. The facility is committed to providing high-quality care in a home-like environment.

Contact Skylake Post Acute

Bear Creek Senior Living

1685 S 21St St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904-4207
Overview of Bear Creek Senior Living

Bear Creek Senior Living provides assisted living and memory care in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, while respite care gives a family caregiver a short stay option when they need to travel or recover.

The community has 45 beds. That gives families a clear sense of its size without suggesting a particular room arrangement. A Walk Score of 95 places the area in a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently.

Chef prepared dining means meals are prepared by the community, and scheduled activities and events offer organized ways to spend time on site. Scheduled transportation and outings can help residents attend planned activities away from the community. Salon services, rehabilitation services, and spiritual services are also available.

Christine Ann Swanson serves as administrator, and Stellar Bear Creek operates the community. This may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living or memory care, including a resident whose needs may change over time or a family caregiver seeking a short respite stay.

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Overview of Aspen Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Situated in the scenic lands of Grand Junction, CO, Aspen Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is a one-of-a-kind senior living community providing memory care, respite care, and companion living. Live in comfort and security within the beautifully designed and inviting abode of Aspen Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center in a selection of private and companion suites. With a trustworthy and well-trained team delivering top-notch care and assistance, seniors ease their worries and spend their golden years doing what they love.

Combining exceptional support and clinical expertise, the community doubles its efforts to ensure seniors receive the best possible support for their special needs and aspirations. Residents explore new interests and rediscover old hobbies with engaging activities and exciting events for enjoyment and wellness. Indulge in healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Aspen Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is a safe place for seniors to enjoy their retirement doing what they love within its bright and friendly environment.

Contact Aspen Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Overview of Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care North Arvada

Located in Adams County, Arvada, CO, Applewood Our House Arvada is a remarkable senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Residents enjoy safe and relaxing accommodation with an open floor plan, spacious kitchen, and modern features that make their daily life comfortable and convenient. Committed to providing quality care, the community uses a highly personalized approach in care provision to make sure residents receive the care that they deserve.

Daily housekeeping, laundry services, and room service for temporary illness are provided to make residents’ lives comfortable and convenient, combined with transportation assistance to ensure residents get to their appointments safely. Engaging activities are provided to encourage residents to stay active and engaged. Residents also enjoy nutritionist approved home-cooked meals with accommodations for special diets to ensure they are always nourished and energized to enjoy an active daily life.

Contact Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care North Arvada

Overview of Gardens Care Senior Living – Memorial Park

Gardens Care Senior Living, Memorial Park offers assisted living and memory care in Evans, CO. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private or semi-private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having both care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 32 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms offer one person a private space, while semi-private rooms may suit someone who prefers having a companion. Respite care supports a family when the usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and an on-site salon or spa provides personal grooming services within the community.

A secure backyard and walking paths give residents outdoor space on the property. Home-cooked meals provide prepared food without requiring residents to cook. With a Walk Score of 58, the area is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to complete certain outings independently.

Contact Gardens Care Senior Living – Memorial Park

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    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.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Colorado

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 326 memory care communities in Colorado. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Colorado?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Colorado, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Colorado?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.