MorningStar At Applewood
$4,084 – $4,700/mo
Starting price
Memory Care
Care types
Studio, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bedroom
Room options
Yes
Wheelchair access
About MorningStar At Applewood
MorningStar At Applewood specializes in assisted living and memory care within a spacious community just minutes from downtown Denver and the Rocky Mountain foothills. The community supports seniors with 12-16 hour nursing coverage, 24-hour supervision, and tailored assistance for daily living tasks and cognitive challenges. Residents benefit from a variety of engaging amenities including walking paths, a game room, fitness facilities, and scheduled activities that foster social connection and mental stimulation. The facility’s well-kept environment and attentive staff create a supportive setting where families feel informed and involved. Its location near parks, cafes, and medical services adds convenience to daily life.
Our Care Approach
MorningStar At Applewood emphasizes comprehensive nursing support combined with compassionate, individualized care, especially for memory care residents. Staff strive to maintain resident comfort and dignity, with a focus on safety and engagement, though some reviews indicate challenges with staff turnover and care consistency.
Family Experience
Families often experience patient, communicative staff who involve them in care decisions and updates. Visits are welcomed and supported, with staff helping residents adapt to new surroundings. However, some families report frustration with care inconsistencies and communication gaps.
Care & Services
Services and care programs available at MorningStar At Applewood.
Medical Care Services
Includes 12-16 hour nursing coverage, medication management, health monitoring, and 24-hour call systems.
Personal Care Services
Assistance with bathing, dressing, mobility support, personal hygiene, and daily living activities.
Specialized Care
Memory care for dementia and mild cognitive impairment, hospice care, and respite services.
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Living Environment
Cleanliness & Maintenance
Generally well-maintained and clean facilities with gracious common areas and private apartments, though some reviews mention hygiene lapses in resident care areas.
Atmosphere & Community Feel
A supportive and engaging environment with many activities and social opportunities, especially strong in memory care, fostering connection and mental stimulation.
Safety & Security
24-hour supervision and alarmed memory care patios enhance safety, but some reviews raise concerns about staffing shortages and inconsistent adherence to infection control.
Amenities
Reviews
Based on 73 reviews
Reviews reveal a mix of strong praise for compassionate, attentive staff and well-maintained facilities, alongside concerns about inconsistent care and management issues. Many families appreciate the personalized attention and communication, especially in memory care, while some report serious lapses in nursing and hygiene. Overall, residents and families value the community’s supportive environment but note variability in care quality.
- Staff are compassionate, attentive, and keep families well-informed
- Facilities are clean, gracious, and include many engaging amenities
- Memory care staff are skilled and provide meaningful support
- Concerns about neglect and insufficient nursing staff at times
- High prices with some families feeling care quality does not match cost
- Inconsistent management and occasional lapses in hygiene and safety protocols
Cindy c onway
Staff have been wonderful
David Simms
My wife was a resident of Morning Star until her passing on July 1st. I am writing to you on behalf of myself and my wife’s daughter. We both want to thank you and the staff of Morning Star for the care that my wife received while she was living at Morning Star. My stepdaughter and I have had many conversations regarding the care that my wife was receiving at your facility. We both agree that my wife was well taken care of. Your staff treated her with kindness and compassion. They were attentive to her needs and helped to make her as comfortable as possible. At all times, your staff were professional and alert to what she was experiencing that day. One thing that I noticed was whenever I arrived at Morning Star to visit my wife. Your staff would always know where she was. In her apartment, common room, or doing activities. Your staff would always keep us informed as to what was going on with my wife regarding her medications and current condition. If my wife took a fall, as she did several times. It was greatly appreciated that your staff would call to let me know what had happened and that she was all right and uninjured. I would like to say that your staff was fantastic and caring. I would like to send my gratitude to the Morning Star Staff. They took great care of my wife. And in my opinion, they would go above and beyond to help my wife whenever it was needed. My family and I are extremely grateful to Morning Star for all you did for us.
Jill S
Andrea, Destinee, and Brittany at Applewood MCare are tops in my book. While there are some things about MorningStar I don't like, we moved our mother here from a Juniper (which has since been sold, shocker) community near BelMar after the horrific treatment she received on the ALiving side there. We needed to switch from ALiving to MCare anyway, but there was no way she was staying down there. Having a parent decline with dementia/Alzheimers is sooo tough. The above-mentioned staff have been amazing not only to mom, but have taught me patience and compassion for her along the way. The prices are insane, especially without insurance, but it's like that everywhere and until our US healthcare system changes, I don't think the prices will either. Finding skilled nursing, especially MCare, staff is next to impossible (imagine taking care of your loved one times 20?)and leads to high turnover so that shouldn't be shocking. We do miss Tyler (who's been elevated), Tracy and Kianna!
11 more residents rated this community with an average of 3.0 stars
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Pricing
$4,084 – $4,700/mo
Pricing varies by room type, care level, and services selected.
Available Room Types
Value Consideration
Pricing ranges from $4,084 to $4,700 monthly, which is competitive for the area. While many families find the services and amenities justify the cost, others feel the price is high relative to occasional care quality issues. The community’s extensive amenities and specialized memory care add value for many residents.
Location & Neighborhood
2800 Youngfield St, Lakewood, CO 80215
Get DirectionsAbout the Area
Located in Lakewood, Colorado, MorningStar At Applewood sits near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, offering residents access to natural beauty and outdoor recreation. The area provides convenient proximity to downtown Denver, local medical providers, pharmacies, and cafes, creating a balanced setting of tranquility and urban amenities.
Nearby Attractions
- Rocky Mountain foothills parks
- Local cafes and restaurants
- Downtown Denver cultural and shopping district
Public Transportation
- Lakewood local bus routes
- Denver regional transit connections
Questions & Answers
Community Updates
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