Inn at Garden Plaza
Led by CEO Kurt A. Blalock, Inn at Garden Plaza has served Colorado Springs residents for 25 years. It offers independent living in its three-story community on International Circle. Operated by Century Park Associates, the facility sits 2.5 miles from the city center in an area with a Walk Score of 54, so some errands can be done on foot, while others need a brief drive.
Inn at Garden Plaza centers on a person-centered model, highlighting residents’ independence while providing support via shared amenities and services. Occupants reside in private apartments available in studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, allowing flexibility to match different household needs and preferences. Housing options span from compact studios for those wanting minimal space to two-bedroom units that fit couples or people hosting regular family visits. Daily life includes an indoor pool and hot tub, recreation and fitness programs, and a calendar of social and cultural events that residents can join if preferred. The home supplies dining options and transportation services, supporting occupants wanting autonomy and practical assistance with daily needs. Pet owners can bring their companions, a feature relevant to many seniors wanting to maintain the full texture of their lives.
For seniors prioritizing independence in a supportive residential setting, the 25-year operating history and array of housing flexibility make Inn at Garden Plaza worth considering. Its focus on person-centered care, enabling residents to live on their own terms in a structured community, captivates active older adults wanting choice and connection without full-service assistance.
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About This Community
- Bistro / café on site.
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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.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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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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| Bonaventure Senior Living – Colorado Springs | IL AL MC | Colorado Springs | 109
Facility
109
CO AVG
94
Rank
#31 / 98 | Yes |
26
Facility
26
CO AVG
55
Rank
#203 / 225 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Vanessa Zabojnik | Bonaventure Of Colorado Springs LLC | Private pay |
| Winslow Court Retirement Community | IL AL | Colorado Springs | 128
Facility
128
CO AVG
94
Rank
#19 / 98 | Yes |
77
Facility
77
CO AVG
55
Rank
#32 / 225 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Kelli Childs | Winslow Court (Cocswc) LLC | Private pay |
| MacKenzie Place – Colorado Springs | IL AL MC | Colorado Springs (East Colorado Springs) | 84
Facility
84
CO AVG
94
Rank
#57 / 98 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
CO AVG
55
Rank
#153 / 225 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | A+ | David Hill | Mackenzie Place Colorado Springs LLC | Private pay |
| The Palisades at Broadmoor Park | IL AL MC | Colorado Springs | 77
Facility
77
CO AVG
94
Rank
#61 / 98 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
CO AVG
55
Rank
#102 / 225 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Frances Capritta | S-H Palisades Opco LLC | Private pay |
| Inn at Garden Plaza | IL | Colorado Springs (Southeast Colorado Springs) | - | Yes |
54
Facility
54
CO AVG
55
Rank
#121 / 225 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other CO independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Programs that may help with care and living costs in Colorado
Inn at Garden Plaza is in Colorado Springs, Colorado. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.
Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program
Colorado OAP
Eligibility
- General
- Qualifying recipients of Colorado Old Age Pension assistance who are not eligible for Health First Colorado and meet the OAP medical-program requirements.
- CO specifics
- OAP Health and Medical Care is a limited state-funded medical-coverage program for eligible OAP recipients.
What it provides
- Limited medical benefits for eligible OAP recipients who are not eligible for Health First Colorado.
Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver
Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver
- Income limit
- 2026 · Standard EBD financial pathway uses 300% of SSI ($2,982/month in 2026). Alternative working-disabled eligibility and trust rules require screening.
- Asset limit
- Standard individual countable-resource limit is $2,000; spousal protections and alternative eligibility categories require review.
Eligibility
- General
- Adults age 65+ with significant functional impairment or adults age 18–64 who are blind, physically disabled or have HIV/AIDS; Medicaid and nursing-facility level-of-care criteria apply.
- CO specifics
- Selected services transitioned to Community First Choice by July 1 2026; distinguish remaining waiver benefits from CFC services.
What it provides
- Waiver services authorized through an assessed care plan; selected home and community services transitioned to Community First Choice.
Home Care Allowance (HCA)
Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)
Eligibility
- General
- Colorado residents age 5+ with a disability who qualify for Home Care Allowance.
What it provides
- Cash assistance to pay a home-care provider for help with daily activities in the home.
Community First Choice
Colorado Health First Colorado Community First Choice (CFC)
Eligibility
- General
- In-home and community support for Health First Colorado members who meet CFC Medicaid and institutional-level-of-care requirements and have an assessed support plan.
- CO specifics
- Members whose Medicaid eligibility depends on a waiver must continue at least one qualifying waiver service monthly. Authorizations and current limits apply. This is not room-and-board coverage.
What it provides
- Authorized personal care; homemaker and other home/community supports; with agency or self-directed options. CFC does not pay room and board and does not duplicate services paid under another Medicaid benefit.




