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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Colby, CO

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If your loved one needs memory care in Colby, A Place for Mom can help. With 36 memory care facilities in Colby, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Colby incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Colby memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Colby, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Eckert, Cory and Austin.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Palisade, Delta and Olathe.

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Last Updated: 11/8/24
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It has been a very good place to be. I felt my loved one was cared for and looked after. The community is friendly and that stands out to me. I wish the pandemic didn't hit, as my experience was during...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Fountains of Hilltop is a graceful assisted and independent living community where seniors discover the beauty of a world filled with possibilities. Here you will find gracious living and personalized care - Where neighbors become friends and everyone knows your name. Our dedicated staff...
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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: 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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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.
Nestled in the heart of Fruita, Colorado, Family Health West Memory Care is a small 26-bed secure assisted living facility committed to providing exceptional care for our residents and their families. We specialize in offering support to individuals with Alzheimer's, Dementia, and cognitive...
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My 90 year old mom was diagnosed with Parkinson's. I recently moved her from New Mexico to the Chateau. What can I say! The staff at Chateau from management through room aids and kitchen personnel 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.
The Chateau at Rifle is a beautifully appointed home designed for an active senior lifestyle with wide hallways, no steps, and private apartments. Our home is dedicated to creating a warm, cheerful, and attentive atmosphere for seniors in the Rifle area.Well-trained professional staff members are...
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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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Cost of memory care in Colby, CO

The average cost of senior living in Colby is $4,407 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mesa Lakes, CO with an average of $3,986 per month.

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

Colby, CO
$4,407/mo
$4,407/mo

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

Colby, CO
$4,407/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,407/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,263/mo
Studio
$5,841/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,131/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,820/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,075/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Colby over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Colby

Recent reviews for memory care in Colby

The Fountains in Grand Junction, CO

5.0
I believe since the recent circumstances they are doing the very best they can do. They have all done everything in their power to help us. I know that hasn't been very good listening to the resident being shut in for 3 month, away from our families and friends. The good thing is we haven't ...
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Spring Creek Chalet in Montrose, CO

4.4
Spring Creek Chateau sits on 15 plus acres with lovely landscaping, outdoor patios, large pond and wildlife seeking refuge from the city. Each apt has patio doors with their own access to the grounds. Three home cooked meals daily and a friendly, helpful staff. The Chateau is Independent ...
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Montage Creek in Montrose, CO

4.0
I like how friendly everyone is here at the Brookdale Sunrise Creek. The place is very clean and they have a good variety of activities. I really like going to bingo nights. The food, on most days, is very good.

Colby review score based on 39 family reviews

6.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 39 reviews of 32 Colby memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Colby 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

Colby review score compared against nearby cities

6.9
Colby, CO32 facilities
6.9
Cedaredge, CO36 facilities
7.9
Orchard City, CO8 facilities

Review subcategories for Colby 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 39 reviews of 32 Colby memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Colby 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.
Colby, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.2
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.0
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Colby memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Colby memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Colby, 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 Colby 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 Colby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Colby, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.1%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.9%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.6%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.8%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Colby 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 Colby Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Colby, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.9%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.9%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Colby 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 Colby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Colby, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.9%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Colby 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 Colby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Colby, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
25%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Colby 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 Colby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Colby, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.1%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 36 memory care facilities near Colby, Colorado. See the full list.

The 36 memory care facilities near you in Colby, Colorado typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Colby, 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 Colby, 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 Colby, Colorado ranges from $1475 to $21105. The average Memory Care cost in Colby, Colorado is $4,407. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Colby, Colorado typically starts at $1475. 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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