Gardens Care Senior Living - Saddle Rock (SD) in Aurora, Colorado, is a memory care community focused on supporting seniors living with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. It is a secured facility designed specifically for individuals with memory loss, and all aspects of the environment are tailored to accommodate the unique needs associated with cognitive decline. The community features small resident-to-caregiver ratios, which allows for personalized attention and care planning. Residents live in a setting that emphasizes safety, structured routines, and a home-like atmosphere.
The primary care approach at Saddle Rock centers on memory care, with a suite of medical and therapeutic services to support residents' cognitive and physical well-being. Staff are trained to assist with all activities of daily living, including full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The facility provides medication management, ambulatory and incontinence care, and supports residents with psychiatric conditions. Regular visits from medical professionals, as well as coordination for ancillary services such as dental and podiatry care, are integral to the care model. The staff can communicate in English, Spanish, and French, offering broader support for residents with diverse backgrounds.
Gardens Care Senior Living - Saddle Rock (SD) features a range of amenities to foster engagement and community among residents. Memory care programs include secured indoor and outdoor walking paths, clubs and specialized communities, fitness programs, and both yoga and chair yoga classes. Social, recreational, and spiritual activities—such as art classes, chapel services, and outings—are provided, often facilitated by caregivers. Chef-prepared meals are served to suit the dietary needs of residents, including those requiring diabetes care.
Transportation options are available for residents: complimentary transportation is provided for medical appointments, while additional non-medical transportation can be arranged at cost. This allows residents access to both essential services and opportunities for community outings.
Resident and family feedback highlights the strengths of the staff and the overall environment. The team at Saddle Rock is frequently described as caring, attentive, and proactive in communication with families. The low resident population enables individualized attention and fosters a sense of community. There is recognition of the facility’s ability to retain consistent staff, efficient medication management, and regular coordination with health professionals. Some reviews mention temporary challenges during periods of leadership turnover, though most reports emphasize the facility's commitment to quality care, meaningful engagement, and effective family communication.
Costs at this community start at $4,995 and range up to $5,500. The average price in the community is $5,248, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,763. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
