Catharine's Quality of Life Homes
9232 West Texas Drive, Lakewood, CO, 80232
"Catharine’s Quality of Life residential homes create a small family atmosphere in which our resident family members don’t passively observe ..."
READ MOREOf Lakewood’s population of 156,605, 16.8% are 65 or older. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 6.7 million Americans currently live with Alzheimer’s disease, a number expected to reach nearly 13 million by 2050. In Lakewood, Alzheimer’s-related deaths increased by 39.23% between 2016 and 2020, while the overall death rate increased by 21.87% in comparison during that time, suggesting an increase in the condition’s prevalence. While in 2016, Alzheimer’s-related deaths in Lakewood accounted for 9.38% of deaths, in 2020, 10.72% of deaths were attributed to the condition.
People with Alzheimer’s and other dementias often require more care than can comfortably be provided at home. Many assisted living communities also offer memory care, where trained staff can provide dementia care, therapies and assistance designed to slow the rate of cognitive decline while also tending to seniors’ day-to-day needs, such as medication management and grooming assistance. This guide provides an overview of memory care in Lakewood, including the pros and cons of residing in this city, information about alternative care and free resources to assist the area’s seniors.
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9232 West Texas Drive, Lakewood, CO, 80232
"Catharine’s Quality of Life residential homes create a small family atmosphere in which our resident family members don’t passively observe ..."
READ MORE3455 South Corona Street, Englewood, CO, 80113
4.2
(35 reviews)
"My father has been here for the last few months. He has been in 4 facilities in the past 9 months. The level of care and the responsiveness of the staff at Meridian has been outstanding. The are making his remaining time as pleasant as possible!..."
READ MORE111 Emerson St., Denver, CO, 80218
4.2
(23 reviews)
"Brookdale Parkplace provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice a..."
READ MORE251 S. Colorado Boulevard, Denver, CO, 80246
"Sunrise at Cherry Creek Memory Care was great and everything was pretty cool. There's not a lot of grounds around there though. I saw a studio apartment and it was very nice and very homey. The staff who assisted me was very good. She was very friend..."
READ MORE11825 West 64th Avenue, Arvada, CO, 80004
4.4
(16 reviews)
"My mother was a resident at Ralston Creek Memory Care for 4 1/2 years before she passed away. Overall the care provided to her during that time was excellent. Her rooms was the perfect size. Very clean. A window to the outside part of facility or int..."
READ MORE5195 West Quincy Avenue, Denver, CO, 80236
3.8
(22 reviews)
"Sunrise of Pinehurst is a little bit cost prohibitive for us, but we like it. The people were very nice. They were in the middle of remodeling. They have a memory care facility right on site, which is a plus. My only drawback with them is that they d..."
READ MORE5344 S Kipling Pkwy, Littleton, CO, 80127
4.6
(12 reviews)
"We have been fortunate to have Mom at MorningStar at Littleton since November of 2018. For the first 18 months she lived on the Assisted Living side and most recently has transitioned to the Memory Care Unit. This place is great for so many reasons..."
READ MORE3790 W Quincy Avenue, Denver, CO, 80236
4.5
(8 reviews)
"Everyone at Brookdale Pinehurst Park was very nice. It's a really nice facility, very clean, and they've got very friendly staff. I would definitely go back to them and place my mother-in-law at that facility. It's very nice. The staff during the tou..."
READ MORE6447 Quail Street, Arvada, CO, 80004
4.4
(8 reviews)
"The facility is up to date and well cared for. The staff is friendly and responsive. Meals are balanced and well prepared. Care of my loved one is consistent and caring. The room is very comfortable and clean. The residents appear to enjoy the variou..."
READ MORE3235 S High St, Englewood, CO, 80113
5.0
(1 reviews)
" When Care Matters our homes provide the utmost personalized care for those living with Dementia or Alzheimer's. The staffing of 1 caregiv..."
READ MORE6445 Saulsbury Court, Arvada, CO, 80003
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I went to Jaxpointe Assisted Living Saulsbury Court Memory Care Homes. It's wonderful. It's absolutely beautiful. It's well taken care of, but it is just too expensive. And they're not willing to work with us as far as money wise. I was able to see i..."
READ MORE5275 S Kipling Parkway , Littleton, CO, 80127
4.2
(9 reviews)
"My mom moved into Willowbrook Place. The main thing that we were looking at was the proximity to my brother's house. The facility is not super fancy, and it wasn't super expensive. We were allowed to decorate the room however we wanted to, so you can..."
READ MORE7850 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO, 80033
4.5
(2 reviews)
" Welcome to the first ever Memory Care and Assisted living residential care home under one roof! This beautiful assisted living home and se..."
READ MORE3426 S Marion Street, Englewood, CO, 80110
2.8
(4 reviews)
"I absolutely loved the Chateau. The common areas were well designed and felt like a home. The main area was decorated as if you were outside in a french courtyard and there were several areas that were like small family rooms with tvs, reading nooks ..."
READ MORE8217 W Peakview Dr, Littleton, CO, 80123
"Catharine’s Quality of Life residential homes create a small family atmosphere in which our resident family members don’t passively observe ..."
READ MORE10100 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO, 80033
" MorningStar of Wheat Ridge is an active senior living community conveniently located less than 20 minutes away from Denver, Arvada, and La..."
READ MORE2100 South Josephine St, Denver, CO, 80210
"MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Observatory Park offers exceptional assisted living South Denver seniors can rely on. With 85,0..."
READ MORE4800 Old S Wadsworth Blvd, Littleton, CO, 80123
4.6
(8 reviews)
"The Manor on Marston Lake was a five-star facility. It was very nice and the people were very caring. I was really happy with it and I was happy for my mom. Unfortunately, she wasn't there for very long, but the time that I was there, I thought that ..."
READ MORE6435 Garrison Street, Arvada, CO, 80004
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Our mission is to Change Peoples Lives, we feel very strongly give our residents New Memories with caring relationships with our caregiving ..."
READ MORE4800 Tabor St, Wheat Ridge, CO, 80033
4.2
(6 reviews)
"Offering Quality Senior Care in Suburban Denver, Colorado For nearly 50 years, Mountain Vista has been serving the seniors of Wheat Ridge..."
READ MOREIn Lakewood and the rest of the state, the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment oversees memory care and other long-term care facilities. It certifies facilities and provides the regulations that must be followed. Seniors and their loved ones can also file complaints at this location and search for licensed memory care and other long-term care facilities.
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
In Lakewood, the median monthly cost of memory care is $6,875, but the exact figure will vary among individual facilities.
Memory care costs in Lakewood are higher than both the state and national averages of $5,937.50 and $5,625, respectively. Seniors seeking more affordable memory care can find it for an average of $1,375 less in Greeley or $1,875 less in Fort Collins. It’s also cheaper in Colorado Springs, costing an average of $5,828.75. Expenses are higher in Boulder, where memory care costs an average of $7,843.75, $968.75 more than in Lakewood.
Lakewood
$6,875
United States
$5,625
Greeley
$5,500
Fort Collins
$5,000
In Lakewood, adult day health care offers the lowest cost for care, averaging $2,275 per month. Seniors seeking in-home care can expect a monthly average of $6,769, $106 less than memory care, and those in need of home health care can receive services for an average of $6,864, $11 less than memory care. An assisted living facility averages $1,375 less than memory care. The most expensive option for care is a nursing home facility, averaging $8,669 monthly for a semiprivate room.
Memory Care
$6,875
In-Home Care
$6,769
Home Health Care
$6,864
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$5,500
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,669
Note: Data for Lakewood was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Denver, was used instead.
In Lakewood there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in Colorado page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Colorado page.
Seniors in memory care can find a range of free resources in Lakewood and surrounding areas that can provide assistance as they navigate Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. These resources include advocacy, assistance with insurance coverage, durable medical equipment loans and opportunities to socialize. The following organizations can provide guidance, information and referrals as needed. Seniors and loved ones are encouraged to contact the organizations for more information or to participate in the programs.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Aging and Disability Resources Center for Colorado | (303) 480-6700 | ADRC provides both adults over the age of 60 and people with disabilities with resources for long-term services. Seniors can receive assistance with insurance, options counseling and referrals to other services if ADRC can't properly address a senior's needs. |
South Metro Medical Equipment Loan Closet | (720) 443-2013 | Seniors in need of durable medical equipment, such as wheelchairs or walkers on a temporary basis for up to three months can borrow them free of charge from the South Metro Medical Equipment Loan Closet, which serves the greater South Metro area of Denver, including Lakewood. |
Denver Vet Center | (303) 326-0645 | The Denver Vet Center assists veterans and their families, including free counseling and referrals to community resources. It also offers both individual and group counseling via telehealth and hosts a range of workshops and classes where veterans can come together to socialize. |
Denver Regional Council of Governments' Ombudsman Program | (303) 480-6734 | The DRCOG Ombudsman Program offers seniors in memory care and other long-term care facilities an advocate to speak for them if they need to file a complaint against their facility. The role of the ombudsman is to ensure that the rights of residents are respected and met. |
Alzheimer's Association of Colorado | (800) 202-3900 | The Alzheimer's Association of Colorado provides care and support services to seniors with Alzheimer's disease, including care coordination, information about clinical trials and support groups. It also regularly hosts events and gatherings, including its Early Stages Program for additional support. Seniors can call the 24/7 hotline any time they need. |
Lakewood Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Colorado are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Colorado page for more information about these laws.
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Visitor
1
Review of Lakewood Reserve
I would not recommend lakewood reserve. The people there at Lakewood reserve do not do anything. Do not take care of the people that live there. I went to go visit my grandpa. I cannot even imagine...
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oliviavosh
1
Review of Lakewood Reserve
I will not stop writing reviews till my voice is heard. I am so disappointed with this place because of a staff member in the memory care my grandmother had to die alone. She had no visitors for a...
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Cher
5
Review of Cadence Lakewood
When I first went to Cadence Lakewood, I fell in love with it, because of all of the trees and that it's tucked away. They have wild turkeys coming over from the open space, which was perfect for...