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Best Memory Care in Highlands Ranch, CO

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Jan 2026
We analyzed 5 homes in Highlands Ranch, CO

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Colorado Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $5,500
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $4,000–$7,000
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: 1:5–1:8
National average: 1:6

Compare Memory Care around Highlands Ranch

The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.

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Brookdale Highlands Ranch
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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Highlands Ranch (Northridge)
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Facility 81
CO AVG 96
Rank #243 / 542
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Facility 51
CO AVG 57
Rank #467 / 875
Private Suite / Semi-private SuiteSusan CrawfordBkd Highlands Ranch, LLCPrivate pay
MorningStar Senior Living at RidgeGate
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Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Lone Tree
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Facility 135
CO AVG 96
Rank #60 / 542
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Facility 69
CO AVG 57
Rank #244 / 875
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedRonda LunnonNh Mm Ridgegate Tenant, LLCPrivate pay
Vi at Highlands Ranch
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Highlands Ranch (Northridge)
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Facility -
CO AVG 96
Rank #433 / 542
No
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Facility 39
CO AVG 57
Rank #586 / 875
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage---
Chestnut Hill Rocky Mountain Memory Care
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Highlands Ranch (East Chestnut Hill Street)
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Facility -
CO AVG 96
No
54
Facility 54
CO AVG 57
Rank #430 / 875
Semi-Private / Private---
Almond Tree Senior Care – Highlands Ranch
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Highlands Ranch
9
Facility 9
CO AVG 96
Rank #487 / 542
No
21
Facility 21
CO AVG 57
Rank #742 / 875
-Sonia IdnaniAlmond Tree Senior Care, LLCPrivate pay, Medicaid
Assisted Living Of Highlands Ranch
AL
Highlands Ranch
12Shah, ChiragAssisted Living Of Highlands Ranch, LLC
Chrysalis Continuing Care LLC
AL
Highlands Ranch
8Samuel, HilaryRocky Mountain Care And Consulting, LLC.
Golden Ages Assisted Living At Forrest
AL
Highlands Ranch
9Borrego, Lorraine M.Golden Ages Assisted Living LLC
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living At Chestnut Hill
AL
Highlands Ranch
16Harmon, JessicaRocky Mountain Assisted Living LLC
Soul Haven Homes LLC
AL
Highlands Ranch
9Sorenson, NickolusSoul Haven Homes LLC
Summit Supportive Communities
AL
Highlands Ranch
8Marcotte, JasonTbi Colorado LLC

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.

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Housing Options: Private Suite / Semi-private Suite

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Overview of Morningstar Senior Living at Ridgegate

Ideally situated near HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge at Lone Tree, CO, Morningstar Senior Living at Ridgegate is a dependable community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents experience top-tier care tailored to their unique needs with a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. The community also ensures residents enjoy maintenance-free living with housekeeping and laundry services.

To improve residents’ cognition and allow them to interact with their surroundings, a well-thought-out calendar of fun activities and stimulating programs is conducted. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. Other amenities include indoor and outdoor dining, a swimming pool, a salon, and a fitness center, ensuring residents’ convenience and leisure.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Overview of Vi at Highlands Ranch

Residing on the peaceful lands of Classic Drive, Highlands Ranch, CO, Vi at Highlands Ranch is a trusted senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Spend a relaxing time within the beautiful and homey accommodations of Vi at Highlands Ranch in variations of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. The community boasts a team of compassionate and well-trained professionals delivering top-tier care and support for seniors to optimize their independence and enjoy their golden years without worries.

Meet new friends and participate in a wide selection of enjoyable activities and engaging programs conducted for leisure and wellness. Eat well and feel good with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Embraced by lush nature and scenic views, Vi at Highlands Ranch is a haven for seniors to spend a wondrous retirement doing what they love.

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage

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Building Type: 2-story

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Overview of Chestnut Hill Rocky Mountain Memory Care

Conveniently located in Douglas County, Highland Ranch, CO, Chestnut Hill Rocky Mountain Memory Care is an ideal senior living community for seniors living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss. The community provides residents with specialized and compassionate memory care services at the comfort of snug and spacious private suites with full private baths and spacious areas. A dedicated team of carers are trained to provide an individualized approach to memory care, offering their maximum effort to accommodate our residents’ unique and personal needs.

The community also offers an array of programs designed to enrich residents’ holistic wellbeing, particularly their cognitive abilities. This programming encompasses cognitive behavioral therapy, group therapy sessions, reminiscence therapy, art, music, and media programs. Residents also have access to a wide range of therapies and treatment options that include both individual and group-based experiences, enabling them to continue living independently for as long as possible.

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Housing Options: Semi-Private / Private

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Building Type: Two-story

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Overview of Almond Tree Senior Care – Highlands Ranch

Burrowed in the tranquil neighborhood of Douglas County, Highland Ranch, CO, Almond Tree Senior Care – Highlands Ranch is a compassionate senior living community that offers premiere assisted living services. The community offers 24-hour round-the-clock assistance and supervision delivered by a team of dedicated on-site nurses, providing residents with comfort and peace of mind. Residents can comfortably relax in their snug and beautiful accommodations with convenient access to housekeeping and laundry services.

Daily engagement activities, including individualized fitness programs are offered to encourage residents to stay active, stimulated, and connected, enriching their overall wellness. Three fresh and nutritionist approved home-cooked meals and healthy snacks are served daily to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and cravings. Residents’ lives are further enhanced with access to transportation services, medication assistance & delivery, in-home physician and nurses visits, and access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

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Building Type: Single-story

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Weighting overview

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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.

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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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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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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

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Community Stability 10%

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

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Highlands Ranch, CO

What is the average cost of memory care in Highlands Ranch, CO?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Highlands Ranch, CO is approximately $5,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Highlands Ranch, CO?

Memory care in Highlands Ranch, CO typically ranges from $4,000–$7,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Highlands Ranch, CO?

Memory care communities in Highlands Ranch, CO typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

How many licensed memory care communities are there in Highlands Ranch, CO?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately 3+ (Brookdale Lowry, Dayspring Villa) licensed memory care communities in Highlands Ranch, CO.

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.