
The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Highlands Ranch, CO for 2023
There are 34 Memory Care Facilities in the Highlands Ranch area, with 4 in Highlands Ranch and 30 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Highlands Ranch is $4,669 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,500. Cheaper nearby regions include Centennial with an average starting cost of $4,487.
To help you with your search, browse the 73 reviews below for memory care facilities in Highlands Ranch. On average, consumers rate memory care in Highlands Ranch 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Littleton with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Highlands Ranch, call (855) 863-8283.
Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Highlands Ranch, CO
Solange at Kennan
Brookdale Highlands Ranch
Solange at South Forrest
Wind Crest
Highline Place Memory Care
Brookdale Meridian Englewood
Sunrise at Orchard
Brookdale Greenwood Village
Sunrise of Pinehurst
StoneCreek of Littleton
Legacy Village of Castle Pines
Brookdale Pinehurst Park
Chateau Des Mons
St. Bernadette's and St. Petro's
Catharine's Quality of Life Homes
Solange at Clairton
Lincoln Meadows Senior Living
Serenity House, E. Hinsdale Avenue
Serenity House, South High Street
Serenity House, S. Iola Way
Serenity House, E. Hunters Hill Drive
Almond Tree Senior Care - Columbine K...
Carillon at Belleview Station
Atria Englewood
Serenity House, E. Ida Court
Serenity House, S. Kingston Way
Serenity House, S. Kenton Way
Serenity House, E. Dry Creek Place
Serenity House, S. Kit Carson Cir. E.
Serenity House, W. Portland Dr
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living - Milw...
Assured Senior Living 8 Littleton Mea...
What to Consider About Memory Care in Highlands Ranch
Highlands Ranch, Colorado is a planned community about a half-hour drive south of Denver with a relaxed pace perfect for memory care residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. Currently, only 9.7 percent of Highland Ranch's population is 65 years of age, which is significantly below the national average of 15.6. There are only two assisted living facilities with memory care in the Highland Ranch community. In the surrounding area, however, there are 39 more facilities from which families and their loved ones can choose.
- Nearby Denver is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Highlands Ranch has a much higher than average number of sunny days each year, allowing seniors to enjoy the majestic mountain views and plentiful outdoor spaces with temperatures reaching a comfortable 87 degrees in the summer. There is much less rain than in most areas. In winter, seniors should plan indoor activities. The low temperatures go down to 17 degrees and there an average of 74 inches of snow per year.
- In Highlands Ranch, both violent and property crime are lower than the national average. Seniors can enjoy a comfortable suburban setting where strangers are generally friendly towards them.
- According to Kiplinger, there is no estate or inheritance tax, and most pensions and Social Security income are subject to rising state tax exemptions at 55 and 65 of $20,000 and $24,000, respectively. The state frequently turns to sales tax to fund specific projects, resulting in a fairly high sales tax rate which can reach 11 percent in some areas. Personal income tax is 4.63 percent on federally taxable income with a state alternative minimum tax in place.
Paying for Memory Care in Highlands Ranch
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Highlands Ranch start around $4,669 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,747 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Highlands Ranch and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Highlands Ranch
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Colorado page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Colorado page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Highlands Ranch
Highlands Ranch and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Highlands Ranch, please visit our Memory Care in Colorado page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Highlands Ranch
Highlands Ranch-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Colorado are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Colorado page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Highlands Ranch
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Review of Brookdale Highlands Ranch
I went to Brookdale Highlands Ranch, and I loved it. It was very nice. I felt like the people there were very knowledgeable about Alzheimer's and what their needs would be. I think that my husband ... Read more
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Review of Brookdale Highlands Ranch
Brookdale Highlands Ranch was very nice, very open, had good scenic views from their windows, and was clean. The residents seemed quite happy. They had activities for them to do. The rooms were qui... Read more
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Review of Brookdale Highlands Ranch
I really like this facility because it has three separate levels of care. Thus, as Alzheimers progresses, so can the intensity of care without mixing all these levels together. While we expected pr... Read more
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