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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Arapahoe County, CO

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Memory care in Arapahoe County offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Arapahoe County is about $5,700 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 185 communities, read 4020 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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As most people know this is an incredibly difficult time for patrons and families. The Highline staff provides comfort and love to the Patrons while understanding what the families are experiencing. My dad...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Highline Place is an assisted living community located in Littleton, Colorado, in Arapahoe County. A friendly environment where you will always feel safe and respected, Highline Place is a wonderful choice for your new home. Littleton has something for everybody, and is a peaceful and charming...
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My dad was there for 8 months and the facility went thru new ownership starting in January 2025. The food greatly improved and Friday's Happy Hour became happy with live music and food. The care staff was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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The staff is incredible. They were very helpful. The building is beautiful. Very warming to walk into. And it's is kept up superbly.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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As time goes by we are more and more happy with Garden Plaza. The majority of the staff is very experienced with the needs of the residents. The complex is laid out with a simple floor plan, wide halls,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We offer a resort style worry free lifestyle. Complete with all day dining, events, concerts, educational programs, 24 hour staff and security, transportation, weekly housekeeping, basic cable, wifi, and phone service with free long distance. Our apartments range from studios up to two...
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The top thing at Renew Saddle Rock is the medical care. The Physician's Assistant comes and does rounds every week if your loved one needs it. I like the mobile dentist that's there and the foot care they...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
What is Renew SaddleRock Memory Care?Renew SaddleRock is a stand-alone Memory Care Community who has set themselves apart as an expert in dementia. Our home-like environment lends itself to maintaining each residents health, happiness and freedom of movement. Our community was built on one level...
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Very kind and friendly staff. The residents span a range of dementia from moderate to more severe. The activity director works very hard to engage all residents in activities suited to their condition. Not...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Belleview Heights is a warm and welcoming senior community that offers transitional assisted living and memory care for those experiencing memory challenges, Alzheimer’s, or other dementias. Our comprehensive, Person-Centered Care approach is based upon Montessori principles to tend to your loved...
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Hi there, I just wanted to share how every happy how my family has been with our 86yrs old Father in your care at this location (Solange at Grouseberry) Parker, Colorado. I would like to personally say THANK...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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We are provided 3 good meals a day. Plus there are provision for extra snacks. Our rooms are cleaned for us weekly plus our laundry. The staff is cheerful friendly and courteous. Apt sizes seem to vary I am...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Enjoy Every Minute of RetirementWe don’t like to brag, but we do think our assisted living community is one of the best in Colorado. But it isn’t just because we have a great location in downtown Denver or a beautiful building with spacious and elegantly-decorated common rooms. The men and women...
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I like this community. The staff is nice and caring and they go out of their way to be helpful. The menu is nice and a good variety. They do offer a lot of activities for her to stay active. We would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled in a neighborhood where family and relationships come first you'll find Someren Glen Retirement Community. Our close-knit community invokes the feeling of joining loved ones around the kitchen table, or laughing with longtime friends in the backyard. Here, old friendships are renewed, new...
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Overall experience was good. We had our loved one there for 3 es. 2 week stays and 2 weeks prior to her passing. Receptionist were great, staff was caring and competent, room was nice, very clean. We would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Premier Senior Living in Castle Pines, ColoradoWelcome to Legacy Village of Castle Pines, recent recipient of the Pinnacle® Customer Experience 2023 award/recognition. Conveniently located just 20 miles south of Denver, in one of Colorado's most upscale neighborhoods, Legacy Village is a premier...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
ACOYA Cherry Creek is both a haven and a hub where you can relax and create. With abundant lifestyle amenities, spacious residences and concierge services, we help you enjoy retired life as it was intended. Indulge in a full calendar of activities, wellness programs and more to enrich your life...
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We chose Solange at South Forrest because of the convenient location. We did not have any issues with communication from staff. Everyone here was wonderful and I would absolutely recommend them.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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We are so lucky and grateful to of found Golden Orchard, from the moment we walked in we just knew this was the place for our loved one it had such great energy to it. They have music entertainment, they...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Fewer residents, so more care. They are all very sweet and took good care of my Mom. The only downside is that their English language is limited, but some know it. I was still able to communicate and get...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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StoneCreek of Littleton is a beautiful facility. My dad says that he loves being able to live there. The staff is friendly and they all know my dad's name. The food is high-quality and my dad enjoys it. I am...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Looking for luxurious assisted living in Littleton, Englewood, or Highlands Ranch, CO? StoneCreek of Littleton offers an upscale lifestyle for older adults from Arapahoe County seeking top-tier nursing homes south of Denver. Enjoy the pleasures of dynamic senior living in our thoughtfully...
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Staff is very friendly, it's well staffed so it doesn't seem like they're constantly overworked and overwhelmed. They do a very good job with cleaning, keeping laundry separate, and lots of activities. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Start a Vibrant Retirement: Assisted Living and Memory Care at Park Regency Thornton If you're looking for a tranquil but active assisted living or memory care community in the north Denver area, look no further. At Park Regency Thornton, a Bethesda Senior Living Community, experience inspired...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Heather Grove is an assisted living community located in the northwest section of downtown Denver, CO. Denver is known as the 'mile high' city as it is literally one mile above sea level. It is surrounded by the majestic Rocky Mountains and the High Plains. Denver is a bustling city with plenty...
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Everything is working out very well for my father in law here at this community. We are pleased with all they have done for us. He is very pleased with the meals, the food is good. There are nice activities...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Dayspring Villa! Dayspring Villa is an assisted living community of 70 private apartments. We offer many amenities that support our residents in being as independent as possible in their daily lives. Dayspring is a vibrant, friendly place that values diversity, dignity, respect and...
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A great community. And the rooms and grounds are well kept up and the staff is on top of things. The food is great and a variety. My mom loves the many activities she participates in, and a great choice of...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
A history rich in caring for the Denver community first started in 1872 when the Ladies Relief Society established a home for the elderly. Their foresight and determination to serve the community is exemplified today in how The Argyle Senior Living Community continues to meet the changing...
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We had an excellent experience. The staff was incredibly kind and patient with us, our situation and our father.We picked the place because it was not overly big, location was good (there were closer...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Gardens at Columbine is a unique, locally owned and managed assisted living community located in the southwest metropolitan area of Denver in Littleton, Colorado. The Gardens offers residents and families not only a beautiful community it offers exceptional experience in senior care directed...
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The staff is WONDERFUL!!!!! The Granville's staff has longevity, this is not something you see in this industry. The residents are treated with respect and as adults, unlike other facilities I have seen....
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Granville Assisted Living Center is conveniently located near 14th and Wadsworth, just 3 miles north of BelMar and 3 miles south of Historic Highlands Square. Also new this year is the opening of the West Line Light Rail station which is just outside our door. The Granville was created in...
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The staff is very helpful and friendly. The food is amazing and they have lots of activities going on and more coming soon. The community is neat and clean and I would recommend this community to others...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In Assisted Living, you can choose from Studio, a 1 bedroom or a 2 bedroom. Our 1 and 2 bedroom apartments feature a kitchenette (with a refrigerator, freezer, microwave, sink and cabinets), private bathroom (2 bathrooms in 2 bedroom), living room, tiled sunroom, deck/balcony, individual...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
About Us The Verandas offers 'board and care' or 'family style' assisted living. Unlike 'apartment style' assisted living, board and care can offer round the clock personal care. Folks who stay at The Verandas are typically able to make their own transfers, assist in their own dressing, enjoy...
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We loved the Retreat They were very helpful and worked with us on any issues that came up My sister was very happy there We were sad when she not longer could live there due to declining health as she is now...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Staff is nice and helpful. Food is great. My mom is not getting involved in any activities. We've asked for help getting her to participate and this doesn't seem to be happening. My mom used the hair salon...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Conveniently located in Arvada, Colorado, our vibrant and pet-friendly senior living community opened in 2024. Offering residents a sense of belonging that comes with engagement and connection. Whether they are taking advantage of our extensive amenities and programming, socializing with...
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Cost of memory care in Arapahoe County, CO

The average cost of senior living in Arapahoe County is $5,700 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Comanche Creek, CO with an average of $5,490 per month.

Memory care costs in Arapahoe County, CO, vs. nearby counties

Arapahoe County, CO
$5,700/mo

Memory care costs in Arapahoe County, CO, vs. state and national averages

Arapahoe County, CO
$5,700/mo
U.S. national average
$5,014/mo

Memory care costs in Arapahoe County, CO, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,700/mo

Memory care costs in Arapahoe County, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,560/mo
Studio
$7,730/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,123/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,603/mo

Senior living costs in Arapahoe County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Arapahoe County, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeArapahoe County, COColoradoU.S.
Memory Care$5,700/mo$5,456/mo$5,014/mo
Assisted Living$5,240/mo$5,240/mo$4,752/mo
Independent Living$4,587/mo$4,492/mo$4,211/mo
Memory Care
Arapahoe County, CO:$5,700/mo
Colorado:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Assisted Living
Arapahoe County, CO:$5,240/mo
Colorado:$5,240/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Independent Living
Arapahoe County, CO:$4,587/mo
Colorado:$4,492/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Memory care costs in Arapahoe County, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Arapahoe County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Arapahoe County, CO

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Arapahoe County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Arapahoe County, CO$6,947/mo$6,364/mo+9.2%
Colorado$7,044/mo$6,401/mo+10.1%
National$6,493/mo$6,147/mo+5.6%
Arapahoe County, CO
2024 average cost:$6,947/mo
2023 average cost:$6,364/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$7,044/mo
2023 average cost:$6,401/mo
Percent change:+10.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,493/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Arapahoe County

Recent reviews for memory care in Arapahoe County

Rocky Mountain Assisted Living at Chestnut Hill in Highlands Ranch, CO

5.0
We moved our father in here back in 2008 and he was here for 6 years. They took great care of him and the staff including management were very accommodating. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a caring clean home.

MorningStar of Wheat Ridge

5.0
We chose MorningStar primarily for the location and I was very impressed with the facility, it is newer and has a lot of fine things. Even though it was covid, the directors met with me in person and listened to my questions and concerns and addressed my issues. Overall, it has been a great ...
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Golden Orchard III in Wheat Ridge, CO

5.0
We love the staff and living situation for my 2 elderly parents at Golden Orchard, Finding this lovely group home was a Blessing for us. My Dad and Mom are well taken care of in every way. Such a huge difference in how well my parents are doing in this very caring group home environment!. Food ...
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Arapahoe County review score based on 850 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 850 reviews of 155 Arapahoe County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Arapahoe County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Arapahoe County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Arapahoe County, CO155 facilities
6.6
Comanche Creek, CO7 facilities
7.1
Brick Center, CO14 facilities

Review subcategories for Arapahoe County memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 850 reviews of 155 Arapahoe County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Arapahoe County resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Arapahoe County, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.6
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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*Learn more about cost details

Arapahoe County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Arapahoe County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Arapahoe County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Arapahoe County memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Arapahoe County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Arapahoe County, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
74.5%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.6%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.8%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.5%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Arapahoe County memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Arapahoe County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Arapahoe County, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.2%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.3%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.2%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Arapahoe County memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Arapahoe County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Arapahoe County, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.6%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
49%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.5%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Arapahoe County memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Arapahoe County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Arapahoe County, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.8%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.7%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
56.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.6%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Arapahoe County memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Arapahoe County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Arapahoe County, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
66%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.4%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.9%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.6%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.5%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.7%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.9%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.8%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
68%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
49.7%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.8%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Arapahoe County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Colorado memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Arapahoe County protect seniors.
Learn about Colorado memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Pinehurst Park, Woodland Estates Senior Living and Harvard Square by Cogir are the top-rated memory care facilities near Arapahoe County, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 185 memory care facilities near Arapahoe County, Colorado. See the full list.
The 185 memory care facilities near you in Arapahoe County, Colorado typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Arapahoe County, Colorado, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Arapahoe County, Colorado, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Arapahoe County, Colorado ranges from $550 to $15000. The average Memory Care cost in Arapahoe County, Colorado is $5,700. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Arapahoe County, Colorado typically starts at $550. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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