Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care

Overview of Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care

Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care is a well-regarded retirement community in Wheat Ridge, CO, that offers assisted living and memory care. Here, older adults can feel at home, accompanied by its warm and nurturing environment. With 24-hour care, medication management, and weekly housekeeping, residents can maintain their independence with ease. The community also follows customized care plans to help improve residents’ cognition and ensure their comfort and welfare.

Through outings, mind-stimulating activities, and light exercises, residents can freely connect with friends and stay active. A scenic outdoor patio and serene walking areas also allow residents to relax and move around the community. The area also provides easy access to Denver, with its ideal setting near Interstate 70. With its excellent services and top-notch amenities, this retirement community is one of the best options for senior living in Colorado.

(303) 421-4161

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to Colorado state averages

Staff type	Hours / day	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	40m per day	▼ 20% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	1h 4m per day	▲ 56% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	2h 23m per day	▲ 8% State avg: 2h 13m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	3h 52m per day	▲ 18% State avg: 3h 17m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	4m per day	▼ 20% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	28m per day	▼ 22% State avg: 36m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Walk Score: 27 / 100

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

About this community

Awards2024 AHCA/NCAL Bronze National Quality Award, 2025 Blue Ribbon Award for COVID-19 Vigilance

Accept Medicaid

Rehabilitation Services

Specific ProgramsAssisted Living + Memory Care, Skilled Nursing + Memory Care, Health Care Center, Rehabilitation Therapy

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 2-story

Dining Services

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Types of Care at Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Skilled Nursing

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL, individual

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

4.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Wheat Ridge's city center to Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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What neighborhood is Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care in?

Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care is in the Appleridge Estates neighborhood.

Is Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care in a walkable area?

Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Who is the administrator of Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care?

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What is the address of Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care is located at 11800 W 49th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033.

What is the phone number of Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care?

(303) 421-4161 will put you in contact with the team at Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care.

Is Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Mountain Vista Assisted Living & Memory Care is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.