New Dawn Memory Care - Colorado Springs

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  • Interior

    A well-equipped kitchen with wooden cabinets and modern appliances.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed and ample natural light from two windows.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with warm lighting, featuring a comfortable sofa, decorative pillows, and artwork on the walls.
  • Building

    Sign for New Dawn Memory Care facility set against a sunny sky and landscaped surroundings.
  • Architecture

    Suburban house under a blue sky with clouds.
  • Landscaping

    A modern residential building with a black fence and well-maintained landscaping.
  • Lighting

    A spacious interior with tables, chairs, skylights, and chandeliers.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy waiting room with a sofa, chairs, and artwork on the walls.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy lounge area featuring comfortable armchairs and a fireplace, accented by warm lighting and carpeting.
  • Floor Plan

    Floor plan of a private studio apartment with a bedroom and bathroom layout, totaling 250 square feet.
  • Wall Art

    A cozy office space with vintage decor and retro wall art.

New Dawn Memory Care - Colorado Springs

New Dawn Memory Care - Colorado Springs is a memory care community in Colorado Springs, CO.

Information last verified:

4145 Briargate Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80920

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 47 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
6
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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New Dawn Memory Care - Colorado Springs Costs & Pricing

New Dawn Memory Care in Colorado Springs offers a monthly cost of $6,385 for a studio room, which significantly exceeds both the El Paso County average of $3,458 and the broader state average of $4,090. This pricing reflects the specialized care and tailored services provided at New Dawn, aimed at supporting individuals with memory-related challenges. While the costs may be higher compared to local and state averages, families often find that such investments are justified by the quality of life enhancements and comprehensive support available to residents in a dedicated memory care environment.

Floor plansNew Dawn Memory Care - Colorado SpringsEl Paso CountyColorado
Studio$6,385$3,458$4,088

Overall Review of New Dawn Memory Care - Colorado Springs

common 24 reviews mention this

Staff feels genuinely supportive

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as caring, responsive, and involved.

Many reviewers say the staff treats residents with respect and keeps families informed, including during move-in and routine check-ins. Several specifically mention friendliness, professionalism, and staff members going out of their way to help with personal needs and comfort. A few accounts also highlight leadership involvement and communication as part of the care experience.

common 8 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Daily life includes activities that residents appear to enjoy.

Reviews describe residents participating in structured engagement like trivia, yoga, karaoke, happy hour, and similar group activities. Multiple families point to activities as a highlight, including moments like bingo getting strong interest. Even when one reviewer was disappointed with activities management, other comments still emphasize regular resident involvement.

common 6 reviews mention this

Food and dining are a bright spot

Meals and dining experiences are consistently praised.

Several reviews mention good-tasting food and improvements in how residents respond to meals after moving in. Reviewers also describe variety and family access, including welcoming families to eat with their loved ones. This lines up with the community offering restaurant-style dining plus meal variety geared to dietary needs like gluten-free, low/no sodium, no sugar, and vegetarian options.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Cost is a major concern

Pricing is described as hard to afford.

At least two reviewers raise cost as a deciding factor, including one noting the price went beyond what was affordable even with VA spousal benefit approval. Another comparison in a negative review cites a monthly cost in the same range as a primary complaint.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Staffing and communication draw complaints

Some reviewers report understaffing, unsafe conditions, or communication issues.

While many reviews praise care, a recurring negative thread is staffing levels and how well information is shared between shifts. Multiple low-star comments describe understaffing and neglect or unsafe conditions, and at least one mentions constant turnover and poor staff communication. One reviewer also described visiting expectations that didn’t match their initial experience, adding to concerns about follow-through.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers

Transportation

  • City of Colorado Springs Muni (11 miles away) City of Colorado Springs Muni (11 miles away)

Care Services

  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Trivia games Trivia games
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Colorado Springs, Colorado offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors considering this area for living. With several hospitals and medical facilities in close proximity, including Children's Hospital Colorado and Memorial Hospital, residents can have easy access to healthcare services. Additionally, there are various physicians' offices nearby specializing in different fields such as oral surgery, orthopedics, and vascular surgery. For recreational activities, the area boasts several parks like John Venezia Community Park and Cottonwood Creek Park, providing opportunities for outdoor leisure. There are also plenty of dining options ranging from fast food chains like Taco Bell and McDonald's to sit-down restaurants such as P.F. Chang's China Bistro. Overall, this area provides a blend of healthcare resources, entertainment options, and green spaces suitable for senior living.

Hospitals

  • Children's Colorado Urgent and Outpatient Specialty Care at Briargate (0 miles)
  • Children's Hospital Colorado Colorado Springs Specialty Care Clinics (0 miles)
  • Memorial Health System Memorial Hospital North (0.1 miles)
  • Memorial Hospital (0.7 miles)
  • Audubon Ambulatory Surgery Center (2.7 miles)
  • UCHealth Emergency Care - Grandview Hospital (5.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Colorado Maxillofacial Oral Surgeons (0 miles)
  • Cassidy Dale B MD - Dale Cassidy, MD MBA - Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group (0.1 miles)
  • UCHealth - Surgery - Memorial Hospital North (0.2 miles)
  • UCHealth Vein and Vascular Surgery Center – Memorial Hospital North (0.2 miles)
  • Briargate Medical Associates (0.7 miles)
  • Memorial Health System (0.7 miles)
  • UCHealth - James P. Duffey, MD (0.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.2 miles)
  • Peak View Cafe (2.6 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.8 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.9 miles)
  • Wayfinder Coffee Co. (3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.1 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (3.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.4 miles)
  • Albertsons Floral (0.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Eastside Express Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)

Parks

  • John Venezia Community Park (0.5 miles)
  • Cottonwood Creek Park (2.6 miles)
  • Black Forest Regional Park (3.7 miles)
  • Pring Ranch Park (4.5 miles)
  • Climber's Park (5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell (0.9 miles)
  • Back East Bar & Grill (1.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.9 miles)
  • Burger King (1.9 miles)
  • Bad Daddy's Burger Bar (2.2 miles)
  • Modern Market Eatery (2.2 miles)
  • P.F. Chang's China Bistro (2.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Icon Cinema Colorado Springs (2.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • New Life Church (3 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Moving & Storage (4 miles)

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