Heather Gardens

Overview of Heather Gardens

Ideally situated near Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora, CO, Heather Gardens is an idyllic community that offers independent living. Residents can find the right accommodation according to their preferences with the community’s variety of beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence without the busy work, with its dedicated services.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do with a carefully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. The community also features Rendezvous Restaurant, providing delightful and healthy meals that cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With plenty of indoor and outdoor amenities, including a library, an auditorium, an arts and crafts room, a woodshop, a ping-pong room, an exercise room, a pool, a pickleball court, and a picnic pavilion, residents enjoy an active and vibrant lifestyle.

(303) 755-0652 management@heathergardensmail.com

Walk Score: 33 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Golf Course

Clubhouse

Restaurant

Specific ProgramsClubhouse & Activities, Class & Event Registration, Clubs & Other Activities, Event Space Rentals, Trips & Events Calendar, Restaurant & Golf, HG Meetings & Calendar, Architectural Control/Renovation Information, Heather Gardens Civility and Caring, Discussion Groups, Heather 'n Yon

What does this home offer?

Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Dining Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Types of Care at Heather Gardens

Independent Living

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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).

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

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).

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).

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

Benefits

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

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What neighborhood is Heather Gardens in?

Heather Gardens is in the Heather Gardens neighborhood.

Is Heather Gardens in a walkable area?

Heather Gardens has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of Heather Gardens?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Heather Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Heather Gardens?

Heather Gardens is located at 2888 S Heather Gardens Way, Aurora, CO 80014.

What is the phone number of Heather Gardens?

(303) 755-0652 will put you in contact with the team at Heather Gardens.

Is Heather Gardens Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Heather Gardens is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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