Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies has been one of the trusted nursing homes in Fort Collins. Focusing on short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, residents and families can expect only the upscale professional and compassionate service they seek. The nursing home provides motivation and cultivation for a fulfilling life.
The beautiful community has amenities residents can take advantage of common areas, lounges, a library, restaurant-style dining, and a fitness center. Personalized care for specialty services is provided, such as housekeeping, 24/7 care staff, stimulating programs, and scheduled activities offered.
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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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Payment methods or payer types accepted (e.g. private pay, Medicaid), as reported in state or survey data.
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| Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies | MC NH SNF | Fort Collins | 106
Facility
106
CO AVG
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#80 / 233 | No |
53
Facility
53
CO AVG
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Rank
#158 / 256 | - | A+ | Todd Truax | Castle Pines Healthcare LLC | Private pay, Medicaid, Medicare |
| Pikes Peak Post Acute | MC HOS NH RC SNF | Colorado Springs (East Colorado Springs) | 210
Facility
210
CO AVG
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#4 / 233 | No |
65
Facility
65
CO AVG
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#125 / 256 | - | - | Angelia Burnham | Pikes Peak Snf Healthcare LLC | - |
| Prestige Care Center of Morrison | MC NH RC SNF | Morrison | 180
Facility
180
CO AVG
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#10 / 233 | No |
36
Facility
36
CO AVG
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#205 / 256 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | - | - |
| Arvada Care and Rehabilitation Center | MC NH SNF | Arvada | 54
Facility
54
CO AVG
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#190 / 233 | No |
83
Facility
83
CO AVG
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#47 / 256 | - | A+ | William Foster | Arvada Healthcare, Inc | - |
| Cappella of Grand Junction | MC AL | Grand Junction | 78 | Yes | 28 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Suzanne Sisneros | Cappella Of Grand Junction LLC | Private pay |
| Lincoln Meadows Senior Living | MC AL IL | Parker | 90 | Yes | 56 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Jeffrey Lind | Lincoln Meadows Senior Living, LLC | Private pay |
| The Fountains of Hilltop | MC AL IL | Grand Junction | 110 | Yes | 45 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Lincoln Early | Hilltop Health Services Corporation | Private pay, Medicaid |
| Pine Grove Crossing | MC AL RC | Parker | 153 | Yes | 30 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Kimberley Backes | Ms. La Parker Operating LLC | Private pay |
| Bonaventure of Pueblo | MC AL IL | Pueblo (Hyde Park) | 106 | Yes | 7 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | About Us | Bonaventure Of Pueblo LLC | Private pay |
| Applewood Our House South Lakewood | MC AL | Lakewood (Foothills) | 16 | Yes | 58 | Private / Companion Rooms | A+ | Joshua Vines | Applewood Our House 4 LLC | Private pay |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CO community we track that reports that metric, not just the 326 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Pikes Peak Post Acute is a large, 210-bed nursing home in Colorado Springs, Colorado, operated by Pikes Peak SNF Healthcare. The facility has an average length of stay of 87 days and currently runs at a 33 percent occupancy rate, indicating a smaller resident census that shifts between post-hospital rehabilitation and permanent nursing placements. To manage care costs, the front office accepts traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, and private accounts.
The surrounding neighborhood is moderately walkable, scoring a 65 out of 100, which allows visitors to handle some errands on foot. Inside the building, the floor staff provides an average of 3 hours and 32 minutes of direct nursing attention to each resident daily. This team of RNs, LPNs, and aides carries out the clinical rehabilitation programs, offers shared or private room layouts, and runs a structured dining setup.
Recent compliance reports noted operational and safety findings involving resident protection measures, supervision protocols, infection control practices, and kitchen safety, which the administration is responsible for correcting to meet state codes.
Families can contact the admissions department to ask about the intake timelines, verify how specific safety protocols are monitored, or set up an afternoon to walk through the building.
Prestige Care Center of Morrison is a dedicated nursing home in Morrison, CO, that focuses on dementia care, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care. The community’s supportive environment ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. On-site physician services, pain management, and therapy services are also provided to meet residents’ needs. Personalized care plans are also created to help residents recover with ease and live to their potential.
Mental exercises, walking programs, and creative activities provide residents with more opportunities to stay active and explore new interests. Hospice care is also available, ensuring residents can age comfortably in place. A variety of dining options, parks, and the Morrison Natural History Museum are also located nearby, ensuring accessibility and convenience. With its dedicated services, this nursing home remains one of the best options for senior living in Colorado.
Arvada Care and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home care, memory care, and skilled nursing in Arvada, Colorado. Nursing home care supports long term residence, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and the combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time.
The center has 54 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Short term rehabilitation is available through in house therapy, so residents can receive rehabilitation services without arranging therapy outside the center. Activities and excursions provide organized ways for residents to take part in events and outings.
An area Walk Score of 83 means most errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families these payment routes for eligible care and services. William Foster is the administrator, and Arvada Healthcare operates the community.
Cappella of Grand Junction is a home where life harmonizes into a perfect melody of care and community. It offers an innovative approach to residential assisted living and memory care living, rooted in personal connections. Here, residents are part of a thriving community that fosters social, intellectual, and physical growth. The community is meticulously designed for resident comfort, blending cutting-edge technology with exquisite finishes in common spaces, creating an environment of sophistication and ease.
Cappella’s commitment to resident well-being extends to their dining experience, a delightful fusion of fresh ingredients and chef-planned meals. The memory care benefits at Cappella are unparalleled, ensuring tailored support in their 26 private studios designed specifically for memory care living. Residents experience a harmonious balance of personalized care, fostering a sense of security and belonging. The community’s concierge services ensure convenience in every aspect of life.
Serving the Aurora area, Lincoln Meadows Senior Living is a 90-bed assisted living, independent living, and memory care community operating for 19 years in Parker, Colorado. The home is administered by Jeffrey Lind under the parent company Lincoln Meadows Senior Living, which is part of the Spectrum senior living community. It’s nestled at 10001 S Oswego St, offering private pay options for occupants seeking care.
The facility occupies a three-story building with 90 apartments in studio, one-, and two-bedroom layouts, accommodating residents with varying tiers of independence and care needs. The moderately walkable neighborhood bears a Walk Score of 56, letting residents and visitors run some errands on foot, with most trips needing a quick drive. Occupants benefit from on-site transportation services and fitness and recreation amenities. The home offers a personalized care program made to meet individual needs, with dining and activity programming as part of daily life. The blend of assisted living, independent living, and memory care services in one place makes it well-suited for couples or families where residents have different care levels, or for those needing transitions in care as situations change. With nearly two decades of operating history in the Colorado senior living landscape, Lincoln Meadows Senior Living has developed staff and systems to handle the logistics of running a mid-sized community and bolstering residents across multiple care types.
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.
Pine Grove Crossing offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Parker, CO. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, so the combination may suit a resident whose needs may grow over time or a family caregiver who needs a temporary care arrangement.
The community has 153 beds with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing. A studio is a single private space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 30 places Pine Grove Crossing in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; pets are allowed, and Kimberley Backes serves as the administrator.
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.
Located in Lakewood, Colorado, Applewood Our House South Lakewood is a distinguished assisted living community offering a wide range of quality services and amenities. Completed in September of 2012, This assisted living community specializes in providing care for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia and takes great pride in their top-rated assisted living and memory care homes in Colorado.
Applewood Our House Lakewood features 16 thoughtfully designed rooms, including four private rooms and six companion rooms. Their double rooms are thoughtfully designed with a closet between the two-bedroom spaces, creating privacy for each resident. Alternatively, it can be set up as a suite with a bedroom area and a sitting area, providing flexibility and comfort. Each room also includes a private bathroom, ensuring residents have the utmost convenience and autonomy. Embrace the warmth and care of Applewood Our House South Lakewood, where exceptional assisted living and memory care combine to create a nurturing and supportive environment for their beloved residents.
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
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
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
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
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
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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 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.














