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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shaw Heights, CO

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Memory care in Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights is about $5,457 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 58 communities, read 935 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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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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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.
7.0
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15 reviews
7.0
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15 reviews
5 star
20%
4 star
27%
3 star
13%
2 star
7%
1 star
33%
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The friendliness of the staff gets a 5! You helped us find y place for our Mom, a little over a year later she was gone. But Waneka Park really helped improve her quality of life in her last year. Now, it is...
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.
Waneka Park Assisted living Community is located in a quiet neighborhood, just steps away from Old Town Lafayette. We are also close to hospitals, medical practices, shopping centers and the RTD Bus Station. Waneka Park offers personal care plans specific to each individual's needs. We have 24...
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Cost of memory care in Shaw Heights, CO

The average cost of senior living in Shaw Heights is $5,457 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Englewood, CO with an average of $5,433 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shaw Heights, CO vs. nearby cities

Shaw Heights, CO
$5,457/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shaw Heights, CO vs. the state and national average

Shaw Heights, CO
$5,457/mo
U.S. national average
$4,857/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shaw Heights vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,457/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Shaw Heights, CO by room type

Semi-Private
$5,722/mo
Studio
$5,921/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,198/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,547/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,850/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shaw Heights over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Shaw Heights

Recent reviews for memory care in Shaw Heights

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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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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Shaw Heights review score based on 186 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 186 reviews of 52 Shaw Heights memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shaw Heights 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

Shaw Heights review score compared against nearby cities

7.0
Shaw Heights, CO52 facilities
7.0
Federal Heights, CO55 facilities
7.2
Westminster, CO60 facilities

Review subcategories for Shaw Heights 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 186 reviews of 52 Shaw Heights memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shaw Heights 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.
Shaw Heights, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Shaw Heights memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaw Heights memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaw Heights, 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 Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights 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
69.2%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.2%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.4%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
28.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.2%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.3%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shaw Heights, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.2%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.4%
46.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.3%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shaw Heights, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
32.7%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.8%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.6%
19.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shaw Heights, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.1%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
44.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.9%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shaw Heights, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
55.8%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.4%
33.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.8%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.4%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
51.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.5%
61%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.6%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
59.6%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.5%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.6%
46.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Greenwood Village, Woodlake Legacy Senior Living and Brookdale Lowry are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shaw Heights, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 58 memory care facilities near Shaw Heights, Colorado. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Shaw Heights, Colorado are Brookdale Lowry, Brookdale Pinehurst Park and Brookdale Parkplace. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 58 memory care facilities near you in Shaw Heights, Colorado typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shaw Heights, 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 Shaw Heights, 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 Shaw Heights, Colorado ranges from $1200 to $15000. The average Memory Care cost in Shaw Heights, Colorado is $5,457. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shaw Heights, 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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