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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gilpin County, CO
If your loved one needs memory care in Gilpin County, A Place for Mom can help. With 12 memory care facilities in Gilpin County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Gilpin County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Gilpin County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Gilpin County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hideaway Park, Green Mountain Village and Edgemont.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Boulder, Lafayette and Evergreen.
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The facility was very accommodating on our moving schedule. They even allowed us to move somethings in before our move in date. The maintenance staff is really busy so it took some time to get some things...
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.
Locally owned and operated Retirement Community, offering both Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Services. Golden Lodge is the newest senior living community located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Our goal is to enhance the lives of people age 55-plus with an exceptional lifestyle,...
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We really appreciated how patient and understanding personnel were and that they treated our dear friend with dignity and respect to the very end.
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.
Sunrise of Boulder is nestled in a quiet neighborhood with gorgeous mountain views next to a city park and bike path. All our rooms are conveniently located on the first floor, and our decor is arts-and-crafts with a ski lodge/cottage appeal.Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you...
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Staff was really friendly. I liked the courtyard a lot. It had mature landscaping, and it was a safe place for them to be outside as there was no access for them to wonder away. There was a variety of sizes...
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.
Living Life To The FullestTucked in the charming and scenic town of Boulder, Colorado, you’ll find a wonderful assisted living community full of men and women who inspire you to wake up each morning and live life to the fullest. Free from the burdens of home maintenance and chores, you can fill...
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I don't think that there are any places that are good value for the money. $[removed] a month is insane. They should be getting personal Massages upon request.
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.
Independent and Assisted Living at its Best!MorningStar of Arvada is an independent and assisted living community ideally situated on 1.5 acres, encircled by historic Golden with nearby Arvada Reservoir.MorningStar of Arvada is dedicated to creating a true home, where your retirement years can be...
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My mother was very well cared for. The staff were friendly, caring, and attentive. The facility was near and clean, and the activities were uplifting.
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.
MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Boulder represents the finest assisted living Boulder or Longmont CO has to offer. Having opened our doors and hearts in September 2015, we are dedicated to giving our residents a carefree lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community. Beautifully...
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The community does really feel like a community, and I feel like I know the staff and they take good care of my loved one. communication is good between the staff and our family they keep us well informed. ...
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.
Nestled in a serene mountain setting, Elk Run Assisted Living Community provides quality care to seniors. An easy commute from Denver or points west on the I-70 corridor, Elk Run is just minutes from the freeway. The facility adjoins mountain open space, offering views of meadows and wildlife....
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Overall, I've been very satisfied with the care and the facilities. The staff is wonderful. There's one caregiver in particular who is always cheerful when she comes in, she gives compliments, and she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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The Mary Sandoe House is the first Assisted Living in Boulder and Mary Sandoe had a desire to help others in the community in 1979. We are a small and cozy 24 residence in beautiful South Boulder with a great view of the Flat Irons that is central to shopping centers, library and bus. Residents...
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The staff goes out of their way to be helpful and really look after the residents. The food staff are so kind and the nurses really care.
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.
Live.It is all up to you. With a full slate of fun activities, health and wellness and travel programs, dining options, and the proximity of downtown Boulder, the University and lively Pearl Street, there are choices galore at The Pearl at Boulder Creek. Fill your days with the richness of...
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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.
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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.
The Mezzanine at Golden West is Golden West’s assisted living community on the north side of the Golden West campus. The Mezzanine is a four-story building with 56 assisted living apartments, each with wall-to-wall windows that highlight the expansive views of Boulder. Life at The Mezzanine at...
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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Cost of memory care in Gilpin County, CO
The average cost of senior living in Gilpin County is $5,790 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Bear Creek, CO with an average of $4,982 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Gilpin County
Recent reviews for memory care in Gilpin County
MorningStar of Boulder
5.0
From the minute we toured MorningStar Boulder we knew this was the right fit for my dad. My mom was so scared to move him, and the staff here made all the difference. They understand his needs and really make him feel at home. My mom is happy to visit him and see how well he is doing here.
Golden Lodge Assisted Living
3.4
We picked this community, because of the price, straight forward agreement- no extra fees, newness, and it was close to home/convenience. I would tell friends/family that I like that it's new and updated so my loved one doesn't feel like she got stuck in an "old folks home". The agreement/fees ...
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MorningStar of Wheat Ridge
3.8
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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Gilpin County review score based on 47 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 12 Gilpin County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gilpin 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
Gilpin County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Gilpin 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 47 reviews of 12 Gilpin County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gilpin 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.Gilpin County, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
4.1
3.9
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Gilpin County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilpin County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilpin 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 Gilpin 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 Gilpin County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
65%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.3%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
66.7%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gilpin 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 Gilpin County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
73.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.7%
70.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gilpin 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 Gilpin County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
41%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.3%
49.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
16%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilpin 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 Gilpin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
39.1%
Room service
Room service
58.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilpin 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 Gilpin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
21.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Boulder, Brookdale Boulder Creek and Brookdale Arvada are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gilpin County, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 12 memory care facilities near Gilpin County, Colorado. See the full list.
The 12 memory care facilities near you in Gilpin 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 Gilpin 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 Gilpin 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 Gilpin County, Colorado ranges from $1200 to $15000. The average Memory Care cost in Gilpin County, Colorado is $5,790. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Gilpin County, Colorado typically starts at $1200. 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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