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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.
| Clermont Park | MC ADC AL IL NH SNF | Denver (University Hills) | 40
Facility
40
CO AVG
76
Rank
#380 / 526 | No |
66
Facility
66
CO AVG
51
Rank
#283 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms | - | Teresa Neal | Christian Living Neighborhoods | Private pay |
| Grace Pointe Senior Care Community | MC NH AL IL | Greeley (Cedarwoods) | 53
Facility
53
CO AVG
76
Rank
#348 / 526 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
CO AVG
51
Rank
#625 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ | Rebeaka Varghese | - | - |
| Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center | MC NH SNF | Littleton | 35
Facility
35
CO AVG
76
Rank
#395 / 526 | No |
69
Facility
69
CO AVG
51
Rank
#243 / 869 | - | A+ | Derrick Paul Landis | Lowell Healthcare, Inc | Private pay, Medicaid, Medicare |
| Garden Terrace at Aurora | MC NH SNF | Aurora (South Potomac Street) | 120
Facility
120
CO AVG
76
Rank
#77 / 526 | No |
46
Facility
46
CO AVG
51
Rank
#524 / 869 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Holly Creek | MC AL IL NH SNF | Centennial (East Peakview Avenue) | 25
Facility
25
CO AVG
76
Rank
#418 / 526 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
CO AVG
51
Rank
#584 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| Springbrooke Retirement | MC AL IL RC | Denver (East) | 151
Facility
151
CO AVG
76
Rank
#39 / 526 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
CO AVG
51
Rank
#68 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Fanny Rouse | Springfield Group LLC | Private pay |
| Continuing Care at Wind Crest | MC AL IL NH | Highlands Ranch (Westridge) | 44
Facility
44
CO AVG
76
Rank
#375 / 526 | Yes |
31
Facility
31
CO AVG
51
Rank
#671 / 869 | - | - | Kelsey J Ficca | Wind Crest, Inc | - |
| Harvard Square by Cogir | MC AL IL | Denver (Southeast) | 155
Facility
155
CO AVG
76
Rank
#34 / 526 | Yes |
78
Facility
78
CO AVG
51
Rank
#132 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Phyllis Delaricheliere | Cref3 Harvard Square Lessee, LLC | Private pay |
| Lakewood Reserve | MC AL IL | Lakewood (Belmar) | 274
Facility
274
CO AVG
76
Rank
#2 / 526 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
CO AVG
51
Rank
#68 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | Pierce Senior Care LLC | Private pay |
| Hillcrest Care Center | MC AL NH SNF | Wray | 45
Facility
45
CO AVG
76
Rank
#367 / 526 | No |
57
Facility
57
CO AVG
51
Rank
#391 / 869 | - | - | Kimberly Bryant | Wray Community Long Term Care, Inc | - |
| The Belleview Senior Living | MC AL IL | Englewood | 178
Facility
178
CO AVG
76
Rank
#20 / 526 | Yes |
81
Facility
81
CO AVG
51
Rank
#98 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Shelby Bulfer | Hsre-Dial X Trs LLC | Private pay |
| Balfour Riverfront Park | MC AL IL | Denver (Ballpark District) | 100
Facility
100
CO AVG
76
Rank
#158 / 526 | Yes |
91
Facility
91
CO AVG
51
Rank
#34 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Kristen Curran-Brookham | Well Balfour Tenant LLC | Private pay |
| Castle Peak Senior Life and Rehabilitation | MC AL NH SNF | Eagle | 44
Facility
44
CO AVG
76
Rank
#375 / 526 | No |
40
Facility
40
CO AVG
51
Rank
#572 / 869 | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Pearl at Boulder Creek | MC AL IL | Boulder | 135
Facility
135
CO AVG
76
Rank
#56 / 526 | Yes |
79
Facility
79
CO AVG
51
Rank
#122 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Kelly Dwyer | Hsre-Dial Xi Trs, LLC | Private pay |
| Village at Belmar | MC AL IL | Lakewood (Creighton) | 115
Facility
115
CO AVG
76
Rank
#97 / 526 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
CO AVG
51
Rank
#180 / 869 | 2 Bed | A+ | Diego Barrantes | Bmsh I Lakewood Co LLC | Private pay |
Sunny Vista Living Center is a 116-bed nursing home on East Cache La Poudre Street in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The building stays mostly full, operating at a 91 percent occupancy rate, with resident stays averaging about 126 days. This operational setup means the daily workflow balances permanent clinical placements with short-term post-hospital rehabilitation. To manage care and room expenses, the financial desk takes standard private pay, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.
The surrounding Colorado Springs neighborhood is highly pedestrian-friendly, earning a walk score of 95 out of 100, which allows visitors to handle everyday errands entirely on foot. Inside the facility, the floor staff provides an average of 3 hours and 45 minutes of direct nursing attention to each resident daily. This combined team of RNs, LPNs, and aides carries out the physical rehabilitation programs and temporary respite stays, while daily operations cover medication tracking and respiratory support protocols.
Recent inspection filings focused on evaluating the facility’s trauma-informed care delivery, mental health services, respiratory support practices, and infection control systems, which the administration must keep aligned with regional healthcare laws.
Older adults can call the intake coordinator directly to verify current bed openings, ask how specific respiratory or mental health programs are managed, or schedule an afternoon to tour the property.
Always Best Care Senior Services – Centennial operates a home care agency at 6860 South Yosemite Court, Suite 2000, in Centennial, Colorado, just 1.2 miles from the city center and within reasonable distance of Swedish Center for Breast Health. The agency is not currently listed as a Medicare or Medicaid certified provider. Its service territory encompasses the Denver metropolitan area and surrounding regions.
Professional caregivers employed by Always Best Care coordinate in-home services, senior living referrals, and specialized care for older adults aging in place. In-home care includes assistance with activities of daily living, skilled home health services, rehabilitation support, and respite care. The agency’s Dementia Care Services and Special Care Services address the needs of residents managing cognitive decline or other complex conditions.
For clients whose in-home care needs shift toward community-based settings, Always Best Care facilitates senior living referrals, assisting families with placement coordination across residential options. The agency operates a two-story office with housing documentation in private and semi-private configurations. Respite care is available to provide temporary relief for family caregivers or backup coverage during life changes.
The organization arranges both hourly and live-in caregiving arrangements, calibrating service intensity and scheduling to individual client circumstances. Walk Score of 60 reflects moderate neighborhood walkability; transportation services are provided for appointments and community access. The agency’s staff brings extensive experience supporting thousands of seniors and their families throughout North America.
Always Best Care serves Centennial and metro-Denver seniors seeking flexible in-home care arrangements, from daily personal assistance and companionship to skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and dementia-specific support.
AltaVita stands out with its exquisite ambiance, featuring radiant lights that create a premium atmosphere, making it a standout choice for seniors in Longmont, Colorado. The facility boasts a thoughtful design, encompassing memory care, assisted living, and independent living services. Seniors and their families can trust in AltaVita’s family-oriented approach to care, ensuring confidence and peace of mind.
The community exudes warmth and hospitality, offering a range of amenities including a fitness center, hair salon, barber shop, and even an inviting ice cream parlor. Outdoor enthusiasts can appreciate the outdoor dining area and water feature. With high ceilings and spacious, airy interiors, AltaVita offers a picturesque environment. Additionally, they cater to respite care needs, following the highest assisted living guidelines, making it a reliable choice for seniors seeking a supportive living experience in well-appointed assisted living apartments.
Residing in the harmonious neighborhood of South Roslyn Street, Denver, CO, Woodland Estates Senior Living is an idyllic senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community features cozy and elegant accommodations, ensuring seniors enjoy a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. With a team of kind and reliable professionals delivering top-tier care and assistance, seniors can rest assured of thriving and living to their potential.
Enjoy fun activities and mingle with friends through a variety of exciting events for an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Here, residents indulge in exquisite and healthy meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Woodland Estates Senior Living strives to create a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years doing the things they love while having a trusted community by their side.
Chateau Julia Healthcare Inc. runs Julia Temple Healthcare Center, a 128-bed nursing home located in Englewood, Colorado. The building stays mostly full, maintaining a 93 percent occupancy rate. Stays average about 78 days, meaning the daily routine focuses heavily on short-term post-hospital rehab and getting people back home rather than permanent long-term care. To process room and medical bills, the front office coordinates payments through standard private pay, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.
The surrounding neighborhood is car-dependent, so visitors will generally need to drive when coming to the property. On the floor, residents receive roughly 3 hours and 24 minutes of direct, hands-on attention every day. This round-the-clock team of registered nurses, practical nurses, and aides centers their work on in-house physical rehabilitation to help individuals recover from major illnesses and surgeries.
Families looking for a placement can check on current room openings by calling the main desk, where they can also ask about the intake process or pick a day to come look around the building.
Experience a worry-free retirement at Solera Senior Living, an exceptional community in Denver, CO, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Here, residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs and preferences from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. Chores and other maintenance are also taken care of, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.
Dedicated to enhancing residents’ living experiences, a carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management and various therapies are also provided for residents’ comfort. The community is ideal for those looking for a wide range of care and extensive amenities, especially with its nurturing and friendly environment.
Ideally situated near Wolff Run Park in Westminster, CO, San Marino Retirement Community is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Alongside purposely built and sophisticated accommodations, top-notch, personalized care is also provided to meet residents’ unique needs. Residents enjoy maintenance-free living with housekeeping, laundry, and linen services.
With a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun activities and engaging programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Here, residents delight in delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s comprehensive services and cozy communal spaces create the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.
Serving older adults in Colorado for 29 years, Sunshine Gardens West Assisted Living is a 70-bed residential community that sits in an exceptionally walkable location with a Walk Score of 97. It’s then easy for residents and visitors to access nearby services and neighborhoods on foot.
The community offers 24/7 care staffing paired with rehabilitation services and respite care for those in transition. Residents benefit from nursing support, housekeeping, laundry, and in-town transportation to handle appointments and errands. The mix of services indicates active residential support and short-term care needs. Daily life centers on restaurant-style dining, with three meals per day selected and approved by the Resident Council, giving residents a voice in their eating preferences. A dedicated Activities Director organizes a regular social and events calendar to engage residents throughout the week. Sunshine Gardens West Assisted Living also offers a therapy gym and exercise room for those wanting to stay active, plus a salon for grooming services.
The Secret Garden provides outdoor space, and the overall setting prioritizes the kind of daily ambiance and interpersonal connection that matter most when picking a home. The community, with nearly three decades of operation, offers stability and experience in assisted living care.
Live an ultimately relaxing stay with Gardens Care Senior Living – Memorial Park located in Evans, CO. This senior living community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can select from cozy and well-appointed accommodations tailored to their needs. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can enjoy independence while receiving care and assistance that they need.
Committed to providing utmost care and support, residents can enjoy amenities such as an on-call nurse, a beautician, and linen service. Take time to attend in its yoga classes, gardening, and other life enrichment activities. Come and visit its nearby places like the Aurora History Museum and Cherry Creek Mall, and Cherry Creek State Park. With Gardens Car Senior Living – Memorial Park, seniors are assured of a with a classic living experience.
Owned and operated by Vop Grand Junction LLC, The Lodge at Grand Junction is an assisted living community in the Patterson Road area of Grand Junction, Colorado. Janice Donald serves as Executive Director. The community offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Residents can receive additional support without moving if their needs change. It is about 2.5 miles from downtown Grand Junction.
The 50-bed community offers studio and one-bedroom apartments ranging from about 280 to just over 560 square feet. This gives residents several options to match their space needs and budget. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 50, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but other errands and outings require a short drive.
Residents receive medical management, health maintenance support, wellness programs, and fitness and recreation activities as part of daily life. The landscaped courtyard and greenhouse are outdoor spaces to enjoy. The on-site beauty salon adds extra convenience. Transportation services are also available, so residents can easily attend appointments and local outings.
The Lodge at Grand Junction accepts private pay and welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in. Families interested in the community should ask about current apartment availability and pricing.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
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 316 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.













