Page 5 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.
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 at Longmont
MC
AL
IL
RC
Longmont
160
Facility 160
CO AVG 84
Rank #18 / 223
Yes
45
Facility 45
CO AVG 52
Rank #196 / 325
Studio / 1 BedA-Kellaway LambBsl Longmont Management Co, LLCPrivate pay
Lakewood Reserve
MC
AL
IL
Lakewood (Belmar)
274
Facility 274
CO AVG 84
Rank #1 / 223
Yes
84
Facility 84
CO AVG 52
Rank #22 / 325
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+--Pierce Senior Care LLCPrivate pay
Bonaventure of Pueblo
MC
AL
IL
Pueblo (Hyde Park)
106
Facility 106
CO AVG 84
Rank #71 / 223
Yes
7
Facility 7
CO AVG 52
Rank #314 / 325
1 Bed / 2 BedA-A+About UsBonaventure Of Pueblo LLCPrivate pay
Brookdale Parkplace
MC
AL
IL
Denver (Speer)
93
Facility 93
CO AVG 84
Rank #97 / 223
Yes
87
Facility 87
CO AVG 52
Rank #16 / 325
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA--Page MalmstromFort Austin Ltd PartnershipPrivate pay
Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Thornton (Bramming Farm)
176
Facility 176
CO AVG 84
Rank #12 / 223
Yes
34
Facility 34
CO AVG 52
Rank #236 / 325
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedC+A+Nicole NehlsBslc Thornton, LLCPrivate pay
The Belleview Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Englewood
178
Facility 178
CO AVG 84
Rank #10 / 223
Yes
81
Facility 81
CO AVG 52
Rank #34 / 325
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedB--Shelby BulferHsre-Dial X Trs LLCPrivate pay
Lakewood Villa
MC
NH
SNF
Lakewood (South Alameda)
57
Facility 57
CO AVG 84
Rank #157 / 223
No
85
Facility 85
CO AVG 52
Rank #20 / 325
-B-AKendra JamesLakewood Villa Operations, LLC-
The Manor on Marston Lake LLC
MC
AL
Littleton
50
Facility 50
CO AVG 84
Rank #171 / 223
No
14
Facility 14
CO AVG 52
Rank #304 / 325
-A+A+Brandon RoppThe Manor On Marston Lake LLC-
The Commons of Hilltop
MC
AL
IL
Grand Junction
185
Facility 185
CO AVG 84
Rank #7 / 223
Yes
40
Facility 40
CO AVG 52
Rank #210 / 325
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-Timindra BoyerHilltop Health Services CorporationPrivate pay, Medicaid
The Fountains of Hilltop
MC
AL
IL
Grand Junction
110
Facility 110
CO AVG 84
Rank #55 / 223
Yes
45
Facility 45
CO AVG 52
Rank #196 / 325
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA-Lincoln EarlyHilltop Health Services CorporationPrivate pay, Medicaid

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Balfour at Longmont

1850 S Hover St, Longmont, CO 80501
Overview of Balfour at Longmont

Balfour at Longmont offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Longmont, Colorado. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while independent living offers private living without daily care; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care supports short-term stays. With several care levels in one community, Balfour at Longmont may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time.

The community has 160 beds. That places it among larger communities, with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Studio and one-bedroom layouts are available, with a studio providing one private living space and a one-bedroom offering a separate bedroom. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community.

A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Kellaway Lamb serves as the administrator.

Contact Balfour at Longmont

Overview of Lakewood Reserve

Lakewood Reserve is an exceptional senior living community in Colorado. This assisted living community with memory care services embraces the diverse needs of its residents, providing both standard assisted living for those requiring assistance with daily activities and a secure memory care neighborhood dedicated exclusively to individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease and other neuro-cognitive disorders. 

Lakewood Reserve is located in one of Denver’s most charming neighborhoods and is near the beloved shops and restaurants of Belmar and the vibrant downtown Lakewood. Residents get to enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere, where compassionate care and enriching activities create a fulfilling lifestyle. With a focus on personalized attention and a range of amenities, Lakewood Reserve is committed to ensuring seniors thrive and experience the best of senior living. 

Contact Lakewood Reserve

Overview of Bonaventure of Pueblo

Bonaventure of Pueblo is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The senior living home is a resident-centered community where individuals can thrive and reach their fullest potential, becoming happier, more peaceful versions of themselves. Bonaventure ensures a retirement living that is perfected to your unique needs.

The professional and compassionate staff ensures residents feel right where they belong by offering compassionate and kind support in a luxurious, cozy, and home-like setting. Community living includes services and amenities, including restaurant-style dining, daily meals, personal and scheduled transportation, and engaging activities to take advantage of.

Contact Bonaventure of Pueblo

Overview of Brookdale Parkplace

Brookdale Parkplace is situated at the heart of Denver, Colorado, where they offer a premier senior living experience with a stunning view of the Rocky Mountains and the downtown skyline. This vibrant community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care, ensuring that residents receive personalized care tailored to their needs. They are more than happy to enhance the lives of its residents through a blend of compassionate care and engaging activities.

The community features spacious, pet-friendly apartments with elegant interiors, allowing residents to live comfortably and independently. The extensive amenities include an indoor pool, therapy pool, fitness center, and a variety of social and recreational programs designed to keep residents active and connected. The dining experience at Brookdale Parkplace is exceptional, with restaurant-style meals served in an elegant dining room. Residents can enjoy seasonal menu options and participate in weekly menu chats to provide feedback and suggest family recipes. Thanks to their history of excellence, Brookdale Parkplace is a place where your senior loved one will feel happy to be in.

$4,005/Month

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Overview of Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care

Overlooking a beautiful neighborhood in Adams County, Thornton, CO, Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care is a luxury senior living community that offers seniors a stunning and comfortable environment for retirement. The community provides residents with premiere assisted living and memory care services, including assistance with daily living activities, specialized cognitive programs, and 24-hour care and supervision. Residents are presented with excellently designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to choose the ideal residence that matches their needs.

Housekeeping and laundry services are provided to make sure residents’ living spaces stay spotless, comfortable, and safe. Restaurant-style dining featuring nutritious and tasty meals are offered to make sure residents never miss their meals and always eat healthy food choices. Scheduled transportation to appointments, shopping, and cultural events are also offered to make sure residents get to their destination safely, comfortably, and on time. With a vibrant calendar of activities and supportive services, residents have plenty of opportunities and the time to live a fulfilling life.

Contact Bethesda Gardens Thornton Assisted Living and Memory Care

Overview of The Belleview Senior Living

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, and conveniently next to the Swedish Medical Center, The Belleview Senior Living is an assisted living community that offers an ideal downtown location minutes away from local attractions. This multi-story building provides a comprehensive range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all thoughtfully designed to cater to residents’ diverse needs.

The Belleview Senior Living boasts an array of remarkable amenities, elevating the living experience for its esteemed residents. Residents get access to a full-service rooftop restaurant, with delectable chef-prepared culinary experiences. A wellness center is available for regular physician checkups, promoting overall well-being. Residents can also indulge in the comforts of a full-service salon, ensuring a pampered lifestyle. Experience the epitome of vibrant senior living with a location that fosters easy access to local attractions and the assurance of a fulfilling and enjoyable lifestyle at The Belleview Senior Living. 

Contact The Belleview Senior Living

Overview of Lakewood Villa

Three care types define the work at Lakewood Villa in Lakewood, CO. They are skilled nursing, nursing home care, and memory care.

Memory care is defined by what a resident might do rather than what they have, and a secured setting under supervision answers that. Skilled nursing puts licensed cover on site at any hour, and for someone who no longer tracks the hour, that is the point. One person with dementia and a nursing need is what the pairing exists for.

Fifty-seven beds put this in the smaller, quieter band. Each day puts 3 hours and 26 minutes of nursing beside one resident.

Rehabilitation covers Activities of Daily Living training, gait training, bed mobility, dysphagia treatment, aphasia and cognitive impairment treatment, and bowel and bladder training. That is daily function, movement, swallowing, communication, and continence.

Medicaid and Medicare are both accepted and both public, so the difference is length rather than source. Medicaid can cover eligible long-term care, and Medicare covers the short skilled stay after a hospital admission.

A Walk Score of 85 is very walkable, so walking covers most errands and somebody who no longer drives still gets out alone. Kendra James is named administrator, and Lakewood Villa Operations runs the community.

Contact Lakewood Villa

Overview of The Manor on Marston Lake

The Manor on Marston Lake provides assisted living and memory care in Littleton, CO. Assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing them to move within the community rather than start over elsewhere.

The community has 50 beds, making it small enough for residents and staff to get to know one another. Special diets can be accommodated, so meal planning can account for a resident’s dietary needs. Live music programs, movie nights and outings provide organized activities, while in-house massage therapy gives residents access to that service without arranging an outside visit.

Brandon Ropp serves as the administrator. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care’s secured setting and supervision or assisted living support with daily tasks.

Contact The Manor on Marston Lake LLC

Overview of The Commons of Hilltop

Administered by Timindra Boyer, The Commons of Hilltop is a senior living community on 27 1/2 Road in Grand Junction, Colorado. Operated by Hilltop Health Services Corporation, the community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care, allowing residents to receive different levels of support without leaving the community as their needs change.

The three-story community has 185 beds. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 325 to 690 square feet. This gives residents several options to match their space needs and preferences.

Care is built around personalized service plans, with specially trained staff supporting residents in the memory care program. Residents also receive housekeeping, assistance with daily activities, wellness programs, and fitness and recreation activities that encourage an active lifestyle. Transportation services are available for appointments, shopping, and local outings.

Pets are welcome in the community, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in. The Commons of Hilltop is also connected to a nearby sister property, which may be worth asking about when comparing care options in the area.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 40, which is moderately car-dependent. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car or the community’s transportation service. The Commons of Hilltop accepts both private pay and Medicaid, giving families more than one option for covering the cost of care.

Contact The Commons of Hilltop

Overview of The Fountains of Hilltop

Operated by Hilltop Health Services Corporation, The Fountains of Hilltop is a senior living community in Grand Junction, Colorado. Lincoln Early serves as the administrator. The community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care, allowing residents to remain in the same community if their care needs change. It is about 2.7 miles from downtown Grand Junction, with views of the area’s mountains and valleys.

The 110-bed community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, giving residents several options to match their space needs. Meals are prepared on site by an executive chef. Residents can take part in fitness and recreation programs to stay active. Transportation services are also available, making it easier to attend appointments and local outings.

The Fountains of Hilltop welcomes pets, allowing residents to move in with a companion animal. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 45, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot. However, most errands and outings require a car or the community’s transportation service.

Families can choose from private pay and Medicaid to cover the cost of care. Families considering The Fountains of Hilltop should ask how residents transition between independent living, assisted living, and memory care as their needs change over time.

Contact The Fountains of Hilltop

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