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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Watkins, CO
If your loved one needs memory care in Watkins, A Place for Mom can help. With 15 memory care facilities in Watkins, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Watkins incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Watkins memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Watkins, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Speer, Baker and University.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Denver, Aurora and Brighton.
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[name removed] was at assisted-living for about three days. He then wandered off and kind of got lost. So they had me use helping hearts at home or helping hands at home. I don't remember what your name was...
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.
Quality Care, No Matter Where Life LeadsNestled within a quiet residential community in Greenwood Village, Colorado, you’ll find a warm and welcoming community of assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation residents striving to embrace their golden years with everything...
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9.2
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49 reviews
It is very clean. They could improve on the consistency of care. I would caution people to look carefully regarding any assisted living facility.
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.
Located in Centennial, Colorado, Peakview Assisted Living and Memory Care offers premium apartment homes and services in Assisted Living and Dementia/Memory Care. The brand new community has month-to-month rental pricing instead of expensive buy-in fees. Peakview opened in September of 2015 and...
Belleview Heights Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
14500 E Belleview Ave, Aurora, CO 80015Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
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44 reviews
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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9.0
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13 reviews
There are issues in the dining room from time to time. We like that there are three different levels of care. Independent living, assisted-living and skilled nursing. My parents are in assisted living just...
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.
St. Andrew’s Village is a pet-friendly independent living and assisted living community for seniors age 62 and over in the Denver metropolitan area. We offer private one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments along with the security of knowing that our staff is available 24 hours a...
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9.0
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63 reviews
Chelsea Place Memory Care has been a great fit for our Mother who has Alzheimer's. Making the decision to move her into memory care was difficult, but after seeing the improvement in her health and mood in...
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.
Chelsea Place is a purpose built memory care community for seniors in the Denver area. Located in Aurora, Co, we are part of the Anthem Memory Care family of communities. We specialize in providing high quality care for seniors living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, by offering a...
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8.9
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41 reviews
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
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.
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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8.7
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24 reviews
The ALF is beautiful and offers great activities, meals and staff for the price. The memory care where my father was good overall but he had a bad experience. He was pushed by another resident, fell and it...
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 premier senior living community in Parker, CO, Pine Grove Crossing provides Independent Living Plus, Assisted Living and Memory Care with a personal touch. We offer suites and 16-hour licensed nursing care, 7 days a week, to residents of our locally operated community. We selected Pine...
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8.6
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61 reviews
I like where I live I liked it since I moved in 3 years ago and you know it's like with any place you live or if you're working it's like any place you work it has it has its trying times but you know the...
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.
"Committed to helping you live a vibrant, carefree lifestyle." At Cherry Creek, we are dedicated to providing our residents with five-star service, elegant amenities and the freedom to maintain an active lifestyle. Our caring professional staff is here to lavish you with attention while...
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8.5
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43 reviews
My loved one has been here for nearly two years. The moment I moved her in, the weight of the world was lifted off my shoulders. They just do such an amazing job caring for people with memory care issues....
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.
Our community is purposefully built for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related Dementias. Our Wellspring Memory Care program offers a life-affirming, theraputic environment where we emphasize strengths and support wellness. Home to approximately 52 individuals. Each house opens on to...
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A great place and a very beautiful place I think my husband will be a lot happier since he is there...They have a great staff and care about the people living there...If you are looking for a place for your...
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.
Ashley Manor is residential assisted living and alzheimer’s care at it’s best. We provide the comforts of home, the feeling of family, a meaningful way of life to all of our residents. The difference between us and our competition is that we care about your loved one as if they were our own...
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Go to this place first, the care was wonderful. The caregivers were great to my dad, he looked looked cozy and his skin always had color. They put mats down to protect him when he was falling out of bed. ...
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.
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.
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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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I have been very pleased with the care that my mother has been receiving at this community, The staff have been absolutely wonderful and really have made sure my mom has felt comfortable and welcomed in her...
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.
Canterbury Gardens provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our community delivers both Independent and...
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Cost of memory care in Watkins, CO
The average cost of senior living in Watkins is $5,087 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bennett, CO with an average of $4,889 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Watkins
Recent reviews for memory care in Watkins
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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Highline Place in Littleton, CO
4.6
We chose Highline Place and seemed very caring and qualified to care for my father-in-law after a difficult experience with another facility.
Very kind and compassionate staff!
Belleview Suites at DTC in Denver, CO
4.0
My dad has recently made the move into this community and so far everything is going well for him. The staff have been wonderful to work with and I am comfortable with the care he has been provided. He has had no complaints about the meals and enjoys participating in some of the great activities ...
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Watkins review score based on 75 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 75 reviews of 13 Watkins memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Watkins 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
Watkins review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Watkins 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 75 reviews of 13 Watkins memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Watkins 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.Watkins, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Watkins memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watkins memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watkins, 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 Watkins 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 Watkins that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watkins, CONational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.8%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.9%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.2%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.2%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Watkins 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 Watkins Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watkins, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watkins 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 Watkins partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watkins, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Watkins 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 Watkins communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watkins, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watkins 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 Watkins offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watkins, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
69.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.8%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.8%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.2%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.2%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.2%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
69.2%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
53.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Greenwood Village, Brookdale Pinehurst Park and Brookdale Lowry are the top-rated memory care facilities near Watkins, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 15 memory care facilities near Watkins, Colorado. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Watkins, Colorado are Brookdale Greenwood Village, Brookdale University Park and Harvard Square by Cogir. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 15 memory care facilities near you in Watkins, Colorado typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Watkins, 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 Watkins, 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 Watkins, Colorado ranges from $625 to $10825. The average Memory Care cost in Watkins, Colorado is $5,087. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Watkins, Colorado typically starts at $625. 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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