Page 14 of Best Memory Care in Colorado

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 311 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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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.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Brookdale Highlands Ranch
MC
Highlands Ranch (Northridge)
81
Facility 81
CO AVG 84
Rank #116 / 223
Yes
51
Facility 51
CO AVG 52
Rank #173 / 325
Private Suite / Semi-private SuiteC-Susan CrawfordBkd Highlands Ranch, LLCPrivate pay
Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation
MC
NH
SNF
Aurora (Hoffman Heights)
108
Facility 108
CO AVG 84
Rank #67 / 223
No
39
Facility 39
CO AVG 52
Rank #214 / 325
-CMarissa KeatingSweetwater Aurora Opco LLC-
Assured Serenity 17
MC
AL
Denver
8
Facility 8
CO AVG 84
Rank #207 / 223
No
50
Facility 50
CO AVG 52
Rank #178 / 325
-ALisa AndersonL & M Serenity LLCPrivate pay
Vi at Highlands Ranch Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Highlands Ranch
48
Facility 48
CO AVG 84
Rank #174 / 223
Yes
19
Facility 19
CO AVG 52
Rank #294 / 325
-ABenjamin HooverCc-Denver Inc-
MorningStar Senior Living of Arvada
MC
AL
IL
Arvada
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 84
Rank #100 / 223
Yes
14
Facility 14
CO AVG 52
Rank #304 / 325
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA--Easley Senior Care LLCPrivate pay
Brookdale Fort Collins
MC
Fort Collins (Nelson Farm)
62
Facility 62
CO AVG 84
Rank #140 / 223
Yes
32
Facility 32
CO AVG 52
Rank #248 / 325
-B+Farron BernhardtBrookdale Senior Living Communities Inc-
Seven Lakes Memory Care
MC
RC
Loveland
48
Facility 48
CO AVG 84
Rank #174 / 223
Yes
2
Facility 2
CO AVG 52
Rank #324 / 325
-CMegan SlusserS-H Seven Lakes Opco LLCPrivate pay
Belleview Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Aurora (Woodgate)
66
Facility 66
CO AVG 84
Rank #134 / 223
No
24
Facility 24
CO AVG 52
Rank #279 / 325
SuiteCAudra PicciniAurora Care Group LLCPrivate pay
Balfour at Littleton
MC
AL
Littleton
90
Facility 90
CO AVG 84
Rank #100 / 223
No
56
Facility 56
CO AVG 52
Rank #148 / 325
-C+Marissa Ewig8160 W Coal Mine Ave Opco LLCPrivate pay
Mountain Vista Senior Living Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Wheat Ridge (Appleridge Estates)
168
Facility 168
CO AVG 84
Rank #14 / 223
Yes
35
Facility 35
CO AVG 52
Rank #229 / 325
Private SuitesFBrad Nathan HonlBaptist Home Association Of The Rocky Mountains, IncPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other CO memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 311 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Brookdale Highlands Ranch

9160 S University Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Overview of Brookdale Highlands Ranch

Cherish every moment with the enchanting senior living community of Brookdale Highlands Ranch located on South University Boulevard, Highlands Ranch, CO, focusing on memory care. The community commits to providing top-notch comfort and safety for its residents with various cozy suites available for their furnishings to foster familiarity. Experience genuine care and support from a team of gentle, reliable, and trustworthy individuals.

The community values each resident’s individuality, providing them with care plans devised to meet their needs and preferences. With its signature programs, residents receive evidence-based and consistent care for their comfort. Alongside trips to local attractions, activities are carefully curated to suit seniors’ interests and hobbies. From breakfast to dinner, the community has your back with healthy and dementia-friendly menus served freshly. Brookdale Highlands Ranch fosters a pet-friendly environment and provides fabulous amenities including a library, a cafe, a courtyard and garden, a game room, a whirlpool, a fireside living room, meeting rooms, a piano, a beauty and barber shop, a greenhouse, an arts and crafts studio, a woodworking shop, a community kitchen, a screened lanai, aesthetically manicured grounds, and ethereal walking paths.

Starting Price $6,125/Month

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Overview of Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation

Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation in the Hoffman Heights neighborhood of Aurora, Colorado, provides nursing home care, secure memory care, and skilled nursing. Rehabilitation programs feature physical, occupational, and speech therapy to aid physical function and recovery. Dedicated memory care units feature supervision designed to protect residents prone to wandering.

This 108-bed location operates under administrator Marissa Keating and operator Sweetwater Aurora Opco. Daily nurse staffing across the facility averages 3 hours and 28 minutes per resident. Local surroundings carry a 39 walk score, meaning routine errands outside the community require a personal vehicle or arranged transportation. Payment methods embrace Medicare for qualifying short-term stays, Medicaid for extended residential assistance, and private funds.

Prospective residents and their families can reach out to Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation to verify unit availability, set up a tour, or discuss personal care needs and financial arrangements.

Contact Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation

Overview of Assured Serenity 17

Residing in the harmonious residential grounds of Carter Circle, Denver, CO, Assured Serenity 17 is a reliable senior living community that specializes in memory care. The community also offers a traumatic brain injury supportive living program to ensure seniors receive the right care and assistance for their special needs. Assured Serenity 17 boasts a team of kind and well-trained professionals providing the utmost attention around the clock with care plans tailored to their needs and preferences.

The community fosters a vibrant and friendly environment, creating a safe place for seniors to do the things they love while keeping their dignity. Ensuring residents enjoy their daily lives without hassles, Assured Serenity 17 also provides physical and occupational therapy and podiatry. Adults with Alzheimer’s and related dementia can rest assured of receiving a holistic approach to ensure their wellness with Assured Serenity 17.

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Overview of VI at Highlands Ranch Assisted Living

VI at Highlands Ranch Assisted Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The community has 48 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Its range of care levels suits a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short-term rehabilitation provides rehabilitation services during a temporary stay.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet. Dining includes casual and fine-dining options with full table service, and the Mount Rosa Restaurant serves meals made with seasonal ingredients. A bar offers light bites and beverages.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living of Arvada

Offering assisted living and respite care, MorningStar Senior Living of Arvada is a 90-bed community on West 64th Avenue in Arvada, Colorado. The three-story building features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, with monthly rates starting at $5,275. Respite stays provide a flexible option for older adults recovering from illness or for families needing temporary support.

Residents have access to 24-hour staffing and nursing services for medication management, wound care, and ongoing health monitoring. Fresh, seasonal meals prepared from scratch are served daily, with menus that can be adjusted to accommodate a variety of dietary needs and preferences.

Daily life includes scheduled activities, dedicated social spaces, a fitness program, a swimming pool, landscaped courtyards, and a sky terrace that encourage engagement and wellness. The surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 14, so most errands and visits require transportation, although the on-site amenities reduce the need to travel frequently.

$6,095/Month

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Overview of Brookdale Fort Collins

Brookdale Fort Collins is a memory care community in Fort Collins, Colorado, in the Nelson Farm neighborhood. Its person-centered support and supervision help residents living with Alzheimer’s or dementia navigate daily life. It may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia who needs dementia-focused support and supervision.

The community has 62 beds, and memory care starts at $10,095, giving families a starting point when planning the cost of this care level. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Farron Bernhardt serves as administrator, and Brookdale Senior Living Communities operates the community.

Residents can use a salon or spa, a courtyard and garden, and transportation provided through the community. Dementia-friendly dining menus adapt to personal needs with gentle prompts and supportive tools. Activities include brain games, cooking classes, and music programs, while Clare Bridge and Crossings are named programs at the community, and pets are allowed.

A Walk Score of 32 places the area in a car-dependent setting. Most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk for a resident who no longer drives.

Starting Price $10,095/Month

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Seven Lakes Memory Care

1990 Pikes Peak Dr, Loveland, CO 80538
Overview of Seven Lakes Memory Care

Seven Lakes Memory Care prides itself on achieving a safe and secure community for residents to do as they please with assistance with daily living. Residents from different living options offer personalized care that allows them to receive the necessary care while promoting an active lifestyle. The community does not only encourage residents to feel relaxed and at ease but to practice a lifestyle that is healthy for their well-being. As an MBK Senior Living home, Seven Lakes prioritize the holistic wellness of its residents. 
A list of enriching and engaging activities for residents includes gardening, exercise programs, watching at the in-house movie theater, and many more. As for their residential services, residents do not have to worry about housekeeping, laundry, or transportation; all of these are offered by management to ensure that they live comfortably and hassle-free. 

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Overview of Belleview Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care

Belleview Heights, resting in the beautiful surroundings of Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora, Colorado, offers an immaculate place for seniors in need of memory care and transitional assisted living. From sensory spa experiences that awaken the senses to cutting-edge virtual reality therapy that promotes cognitive health, everything is designed to uplift and empower residents. Its team goes above and beyond to ensure every resident receives attention and care. The community also boasts an innovative ionized air filtering system that creates a clean and healthy environment.

The interior spaces at Belleview Heights are simply breathtaking. Thoughtfully designed with attention to detail, the community extends the feeling of home to their facility. Residents can enjoy a myriad of activities and programs that stimulate the mind, foster a sense of purpose, and encourage social engagement. When it comes to memory care, Belleview Heights sets the standard.

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Balfour at Littleton

8160 W Coal Mine Ave, Littleton, CO 80123
Overview of Balfour at Littleton

Delivering exceptional care founded on 20 years of experience, Balfour at Littleton is an excellent senior living community in Littleton, CO, offering assisted living and memory care accommodations. Dedicated to helping residents live comfortably, the community offers an array of services, including support with activities of daily living and programming that helps stimulate long-term memories for those living with memory loss. Beautiful accommodations with various conveniences are offered to give residents a relaxing space for resting.

There’s a broad range of activities for residents to participate in and enjoy, making their lives as vibrant as possible. Residents here enjoy the luxury of a maintenance-free lifestyle with scheduled transportation services included to help residents get to their destinations and appointments conveniently. Here, residents are provided with all the conveniences they could have to live life comfortably.

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Overview of Mountain Vista Senior Living Community

Live a blissful retirement at Mountain Vista Senior Living Community, a dedicated community in Wheat Ridge, CO, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community has well-thought-out and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents find the right accommodation according to their preferences. Residents also receive the highest quality of care tailored to their personal needs from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock.

With a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community’s wide range of care and extensive amenities create the ideal setting for residents to age with dignity in a vibrant and welcoming environment.

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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 311 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.

Memory Care in Colorado at a glance

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: 84The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Colorado. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90