Gardens Care Saddle Rock

Overview of Gardens Care Saddle Rock

Gardens Care Saddle Rock is a 64-bed assisted living community operated by The Gardens Care Homes LLC under Jennifer Conrad’s administration in Aurora’s Heritage Eagle Bend neighborhood. It caters to seniors and individuals with disabilities who need help with daily living activities while maintaining as much independence as possible.

Two distinct care pathways are offered. The facility’s primary Assisted Living program provides 24/7 personal care in a licensed residential setting, assisting residents with bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals while keeping a home-like atmosphere. For residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, Memory Care offers specialized, secured programming tailored for cognitive impairment. This program features staff trained in dementia care, higher staff-to-resident ratios, and an environment designed. It’s built to minimize confusion and wandering risk. Licensed Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) working on-site deliver daily care, with therapy services for supporting residents’ physical and functional needs. The community provides structured support all day, acknowledging that seniors’ care needs don’t follow a 9-to-5 schedule. Located at 7475 S Shawnee Street, the community stands in a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 20, meaning most errands and outings need transportation.

The residential setting is calmer than busier commercial zones, which many families find attractive for a quieter living atmosphere. For families wanting to learn more, contact the facility directly.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 64 Rank #283 / 516Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 283rd out of 516 homes we track in Colorado for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Colorado facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Colorado that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #740 / 838Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 740th out of 838 homes we track in Colorado for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Colorado facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Colorado that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence (Licensed Only)
StatusActive

Ownership & Operating Entity

Gardens Care Saddle Rock is administered by Jennifer Conrad.

Owner NameThe Gardens Care Homes LLC

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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Inspection History

In Colorado, the Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division is the regulatory body that performs unannounced surveys and publishes facility inspection findings.

Places of interest near Gardens Care Saddle Rock

Address 7475 S Shawnee St, Aurora, CO 80016

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
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.
Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Aurora (Fitzsimons)
180
Facility 180
CO AVG 74
Rank #14 / 516
No
67
Facility 67
CO AVG 53
Rank #269 / 838
--Raenell Lynn SimmonsState Of ColoradoPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
Inglenook At Brighton
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Brighton (Vernon Park Apartments)
110
Facility 110
CO AVG 74
Rank #101 / 516
Yes
71
Facility 71
CO AVG 53
Rank #206 / 838
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Stephanie DownareInglenook Senior Ventures, LPPrivate pay, Medicaid
Summit Rehabilitation and Care Community
MC
NH
SNF
Aurora (Sunny Vale)
110
Facility 110
CO AVG 74
Rank #101 / 516
No
70
Facility 70
CO AVG 53
Rank #225 / 838
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Gardens Care Saddle Rock
MC
Aurora (Heritage Eagle Bend)
64
Facility 64
CO AVG 74
Rank #283 / 516
No
20
Facility 20
CO AVG 53
Rank #740 / 838
--Jennifer ConradThe Gardens Care Homes LLC-
Juniper Village at Aurora
MC
Aurora (Expo Park)
52
Facility 52
CO AVG 74
Rank #343 / 516
Yes
80
Facility 80
CO AVG 53
Rank #106 / 838
StudioA+Bonnie CarbajalWellspring At Aurora General PartnershipPrivate pay

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Colorado

Gardens Care Saddle Rock is located in AURORA, Colorado.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Colorado.

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Colorado resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+
General Colorado resident.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CO

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Benefits
Cash (~$100-$800/month) Limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week) Medical assistance

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Benefits
All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy Medical visits

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Age
General Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, stricter than waivers
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider) E.g. Bathing Dressing

Frequently Asked Questions about Gardens Care Saddle Rock

What neighborhood is Gardens Care Saddle Rock in?

Gardens Care Saddle Rock is in the Heritage Eagle Bend neighborhood of AURORA.

Who is the owner of Gardens Care Saddle Rock?

Gardens Care Saddle Rock is legally operated by The Gardens Care Homes LLC, and administered by Jennifer Conrad.

Is Gardens Care Saddle Rock in a walkable area?

Gardens Care Saddle Rock has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Gardens Care Saddle Rock?

No, Gardens Care Saddle Rock has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Gardens Care Saddle Rock?

Jennifer Conrad is the administrator of Gardens Care Saddle Rock.

How many beds does Gardens Care Saddle Rock have?

Gardens Care Saddle Rock has 64 beds.

Are there photos of Gardens Care Saddle Rock?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Gardens Care Saddle Rock in the photo gallery on this page.

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