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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Golden, CO
Memory care in Golden 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 Golden is about $5,385 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 34 communities, read 691 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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8.0
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10 reviews
I think the staff is the strongest positive at Spring Ridge Park, from Stacie the director on down. The facility is old, but it works well for the all memory care residents, and it is nice for them to be...
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.
Spring Ridge Park is licensed assisted living campus exclusively for adults experiencing irreversible memory loss due to Alzheimer's Disease or another type of organically caused dementia. We believe our residents sense of personal identity and self-respect in paramount to their happiness. Their...
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.
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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My mom has been living in Nightingale Lane for two years and we are very happy with the facility and the care mom has received since her move. The staff is loving and patient and we think the food is good as...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Homestead at Lakewood is just what you would imagine - a homestead made up of an assisted living "hacienda" and a cluster of red tile-roofed independent cottages with people that enjoy a comfortable, more relaxed style of living. The southwestern-style architecture accents the 4 1/2 acres of...
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My mom lives at the Oberon House and a feel very good about the exceptional care she receives. The staff is very kind and caring, as is the owner of the Oberon who is on site almost daily. I believe that...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Oberon House is an assisted living community located in picturesque Arvada, Colorado. In a Frank Lloyd Wright style setting and on the south side of a dominant hill, Oberon House lies to the east of the Denver skyline, to the south of Pike's Peak, and to the south of the foothills of Golden,...
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I've been at Eaton for 17 months. I recommend Eaton to all who seek an active life while aging. I love the many opportunities to socialize. I feel we here at Eaton are given the best place to age that could...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Eaton Terrace Residences opened in 1980 to provide a congregate (meal program and scheduled transportation included), rental subsidy program to adults 62 and over. Located near Lakewood's Belmar Town Center, this community offers 161 one-bedroom apartments with beautiful downtown and...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of memory care in Golden, CO
The average cost of senior living in Golden is $5,385 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Bear Creek, CO with an average of $5,143 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Golden, CO vs. nearby cities
Golden, CO
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Golden, CO vs. the state and national average
Golden, CO
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Golden vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Golden, CO by room type
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Studio
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Detached Cottage/Bungalow
Average cost of Memory Care in Golden over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Golden
Recent reviews for memory care in Golden
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.
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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Lincoln Meadows Senior Living in Parker, CO
5.0
The staff at Lincoln Meadows are very helpful and very friendly. I love the fact that when my mom walks by, the staff greet her by her name. It makes her feel like an important part of the community which was very helpful with her transition. The food seemed pretty good when she first moved ...
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Golden review score based on 122 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 122 reviews of 34 Golden memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Golden 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
Golden review score compared against nearby cities
7.0
Golden, CO34 facilities
7.2
West Pleasant View, CO52 facilities
7.3
East Pleasant View, CO48 facilities
Review subcategories for Golden 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 122 reviews of 34 Golden memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Golden 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.Golden, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Golden memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Golden memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Golden, 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 Golden 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 Golden that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Golden, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
79.4%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.9%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.1%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.4%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.4%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Golden 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 Golden Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Golden, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.5%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.9%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Golden 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 Golden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Golden, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.6%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.1%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Golden 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 Golden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Golden, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.8%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.8%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
52.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Golden 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 Golden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Golden, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
67.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.2%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.5%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.6%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.6%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.8%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.9%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.6%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
67.6%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
44.1%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Greenwood Village, Brookdale Pinehurst Park and Brookdale Lowry are the top-rated memory care facilities near Golden, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 34 memory care facilities near Golden, Colorado. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Golden, Colorado are Brookdale Greenwood Village, Brookdale University Park and Brookdale Parkplace. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 34 memory care facilities near you in Golden, Colorado typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Golden, 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 Golden, 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 Golden, Colorado ranges from $879 to $13000. The average Memory Care cost in Golden, Colorado is $5,385. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Golden, Colorado typically starts at $879. 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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