Memory Care

Memory Care Colorado Springs

The Retreat at Sunny Vista

Each day offers specialized care and opportunities for purposeful engagement at our centrally located, not-for-profit memory support community in Colorado Springs, CO. The Retreat at Sunny Vista is the only non-secured memory support community in Colorado Springs.

The memory support community is strategically designed to provide appropriate boundaries and stimulating opportunities which improve the life of your aging loved one. Fully supported and always respected, memory care residents can experience an improved sense of self-esteem and well-being each day.

At The Retreat, residents are more than just a series of numbers on apartment doors…they are part of a family. A family that is encouraged to interact with others and to live throughout the building as though they were in their own home.

One and Two Bedroom Memory Care Apartment Floor Plans

Each private one- and two-bedroom memory care apartment includes 24/7 specialized attention from professionals who understand the unique needs of those living with memory impairment. Memory care residents at The Retreat enjoy a comfortable environment that was specifically designed for sensory engagement while preserving a sense of self. There are 32 single and shared private living apartments with large walk-in showers and spacious, flexible floor plans offer easy accessibility, safety and comfort.

Non-Secure Memory Support Community

The Retreat is a non-secure community which means residents have the flexibility to join activities and celebrations within their own community as well as those that take place within other parts of Sunny Vista, but with the peace of mind that residents can’t go undetected.

Residents have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of daily activities as they would in their own home such as eating in their own dining room, enjoying a good movie in the comfort of their living room, or going out for a peaceful stroll around the courtyard.

The Care Team at The Retreat Sunny Vista

Senior care professionals at The Retreat care for your family as they would their own. Whether that’s supporting their personal choices or creating anxiety-reducing spaces, the everyday experience in this community always centers on fulfillment and joy. Providing the utmost in quality care means ongoing memory care training for providers. Each team member believes:

• Each person is unique, capable, and valued
• Residents’ strengths are far more important than their challenges
• Supportive family and friends are an integral part of the care team
• Use tools and techniques, including music, arts, engagement, and validation to encourage residents to thrive

Safety & Security

Resident safety and security is of the utmost importance at The Retreat.

Even though The Retreat is a non-secure community, memory support residents are encouraged to wear devices that alert team members when a resident has ventured outside of their normal areas, but it does not stop them. The device manages residents’ locations within Sunny Vista and is specifically designed for people with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. This technology allows residents to enjoy a level of independence within the borders of the community. Team members can easily manage each resident’s location even during the busiest hours to give families and loved ones peace of mind.

Memory Care Dining

For residents of the memory care neighborhood, The Retreat features two delicious dining venues. Whether enjoying a full-service dining experience in the Pike’s Peak restaurant or a casual meal in the Culebra Cafe. The chef-prepared cuisine is delicious, nutritious and made with the finest quality ingredients. The elevated dining program infuses the “WOW” in every delightful morsel! The culinary team uses organic and local products in dishes as much as possible.​ Every day there are specials of the day, soup du jour, and additional every-day favorites from which residents can choose.

The Open Dining menu includes made-to-order burgers, fried fish, omelets, salads and sandwiches. And, outside of open dining hours, residents would like to enjoy a snack, they can request any of the following by putting on their call light and requesting a snack from their nurse aide that could include cottage cheese, Jell-O, fruit or cookies, depending on dietary restrictions.

Memory Care Amenities & Services

Memory care residents may enjoy socializing in the bistro, participating in daily activities or relaxing in the garden area of the enclosed courtyard. The salon, complete with a Jacuzzi tub, is also a favorite! The secured outdoor courtyard provides serene outdoor space while the community kitchen allows residents to participate in their own meal preparation. Other features and amenities of The Retreat’s memory support neighborhood include:

• Specialized life enrichment opportunities
• Housekeeping services
• Linen & laundry services
• 24-hour emergency call system
• Individualized care plans
• Regular health evaluations
• Resident-centered technology
• Local transportation
• Concierge services​

Community Life

Because The Retreat’s highly-skilled and experienced staff understand the unique needs of those living with memory impairment, each resident is offered the innovative Rhythms Dementia program designed to improve quality of life.

Additionally, the Life Enrichment Director provides individualized activity care through purposeful and engaging opportunities. A full schedule for each resident includes painting, exercise, brain fitness, and music therapy while a state-of-the-art interactive screen offers even more opportunities for brain-stimulation and fun. There is also a van dedicated for field trips and concerts that is used on a weekly basis.

​​Family Involvement

Because a loved one’s memory impairment affects the whole family, Sunny Vista’s professional staff strives to make things easier… beginning with that first phone call or email. With all-day, experienced staffing support and a secure resident tracking system in place, you can have peace of mind that your loved one is safe, comfortable and well taken care of. And, The Retreat’s memory support all-inclusive pricing reduces stress for everyone by covering more in one payment.

​Providing the utmost in quality care means ongoing geriatric and skills training for providers, as well as open communication with resident families. The Sunny Vista team understands that when a resident joins the memory care community, so does their family. You will be included in important conversations and find the support you need, too!

Living with memory loss, including Alzheimer’s and dementia, can include purposeful engagement and meaningful experiences at The Retreat.