MorningStar of Wheat Ridge is a dedicated assisted living and memory care community situated in the heart of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, offering seniors a vibrant and supportive environment designed to enhance every aspect of daily life. With rates for assisted living beginning at $6,700 and memory care in the Reflections Neighborhood starting at $7,000, the community provides a wide array of lifestyle options tailored to meet the individual needs of its residents. The community consists of 45 spacious suites for assisted living, featuring studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, some exceeding 700 square feet. Within the secure Reflections Neighborhood, there are 19 thoughtfully designed suites devoted to memory care, complete with options that include showers in rooms and kitchenettes with full-size refrigerators and cabinets—attributes not commonly found in comparable memory care settings. The overall design encourages both safety and independence, with features such as enclosed patios and courtyards specifically reserved for memory care residents.
Dining at MorningStar of Wheat Ridge is overseen by an Executive Chef who prepares three meals a day, with menus that emphasize fresh, seasonal ingredients and locally sourced produce, sometimes even from resident gardens. Meals are largely prepared from scratch and range from contemporary cuisine to comforting classics, accommodating the unique and changing dietary needs of residents. Nutritional choices encompass low sodium, sugar free, vegetarian, low fat, gluten free, and dairy free options, allowing for residents’ self-management and physician-recommended modifications. Multiple venues, including a full bar, offer opportunities for residents to enjoy meals in the company of friends or over a more private lunch, making dining a central and pleasurable part of community life. The culinary program is further enhanced by daily and weekly specials, as well as à la carte items, ensuring variety and engagement for all.
MorningStar of Wheat Ridge is designed to make retirement carefree, taking charge of day-to-day home maintenance and offering extensive amenities to support well-being. Residents have access to a massage room, spa bath, fireside patio and porches, a fitness center, weekly housekeeping, and a range of inviting communal spaces including the Foyer, Bistro, Fireside Living Room, Theatre/Chapel, Private Dining Room, and Life Enrichment Lounge. The community also offers a salon and massage therapy room for self-care, as well as a theatre/chapel space for movies, lectures, and worship gatherings. Social life is enriched with a full calendar of engaging activities, creative programs, and celebrations, ensuring that residents find renewed purpose and vibrant companionship in their retirement years.
The memory care program at MorningStar of Wheat Ridge is anchored in the Lavender Sky approach, a holistic method inspired by the mission statement “to honor, to value, to invest.” All team members complete Lavender Sky training, while Memory Care Coordinators undertake advanced coursework in dementia care. New residents benefit from a personal care plan developed by the Wellness Director in collaboration with families, ensuring attention to background, interests, talents, and preferences that inform daily engagement and support. The care team, including 24/7 care managers and a full-time nurse, uses art, dance, music, animals, and aromatherapy as therapeutic tools to comfort and heal, focusing on nurturing residents’ dignity and sense of significance through all stages of memory loss.
MorningStar of Wheat Ridge is part of the Kipling Ridge redevelopment, placing it at the center of a rejuvenated suburban neighborhood with convenient access to shopping, dining, recreational facilities, and medical centers. This ideal setting ensures that residents are closely connected to the greater Wheat Ridge and Denver communities while enjoying the peace and serenity that define life within MorningStar. The community’s commitment shines through its thoughtful design, robust amenities, and the genuine care and support extended to every resident, making it a premier choice for assisted living and memory care in the region.