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MorningStar at Bear Creek

2450 Lower Gold Camp Rd, Colorado Springs, CO

Memory CareAssisted Living

4.617 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About MorningStar at Bear Creek

An enriching life is found in the small details — open blinds that allow warm sunshine to stream in, cookies fresh from the oven, and animals to provide comfort. MorningStar Memory Care at Bear Creek in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is there to meet your personal needs, where you can soak in the mountain and city panoramic views while receiving quality care. Visit the Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, and Old Colorado City, or explore shops and dining. Experience freedom and entertainment at MorningStar Memory Care at Bear Creek. Community Amenities and Services MorningStar Memory Care is a memory care focusing on providing exceptional care for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia related diseases. They provide additional services such as ambulatory care, incontinence care, diebetic care, and medication management. They also offer on-site hospice, podiatry, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and dentistry services. Staff is available to assist you with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, along with helping you get to and from activities. Keep your calendar filled with daily activities such as art classes, dances, pet-focused programs, live dance or theater performances, and more. Participate in fitness with our live-well programs, yoga, stretching, and forever fit classes. Grab some friends for trivia, a picnic, or a night of Wii Bowling. Dive into fresh, professionally cooked meals three times a day in the restaurant-style dining room. The special diet program accommodates your dietary needs with meals that are gluten-free, low-sodium, and low-sugar. Living Arrangements Feel comfortable in a studio, one-bedroom, or semi-private room. Rooms are handicap accessible with amenities such as ground floor units, bathtubs, wheelchair accessible showers, heating and cooling, cable or satellite TV, and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet. Welcome to your new home at MorningStar Memory Care at Bear Creek. Care Types Offered MorningStar Memory Care at Bear Creek is an assisted living residence , which in the state of Colorado is a residential facility which provides personal services, protective oversight, social care due to impaired capacity to live independently, and 24 hour supervision (but not to the extent that regular 24-hour medical nursing care is required). Assisted living residences may also provide care to no more than 16 elderly persons who are mentally ill. Colorado Facility Inspection Reports Related Articles Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: What’s the Difference? 7 Steps to Choosing the Right Assisted Living Facility Moving a Parent to Memory Care: 10 Tips to Ease the Transition

Family and resident feedback

4.6 out of 5 from 17 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Staff is very helpful and gives compassionate care. Food is excellent and the facility offers views outside.

First rate facility that offers compassionate care. Food is excellent. Staff is very helpful and would highly recommend to those needing memory care. Great views outside and management has been very helpful. Services in house are convenient, very satisfied with their attention to detail.

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5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you, Dru! We're thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience. Our team works hard to provide compassionate care and a welcoming environment. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we appreciate your kind words about our services and team members.

May 8, 2026
Dru DruryMay 5, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Great staff!very hands on for keeping residents safe and healthy. Dining is first rate and facility is well maintained.

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Response from the community

Thank you for your fantastic review, Dru! We’re thrilled to hear that you appreciate our dedicated team members and the quality of our dining and community. Your support means a lot to us as we strive to provide the best care possible.

May 8, 2026
Dru DMay 1, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Our experience

What we like the most about the community is that their staff are pleasant, caring and loving. However, the meals are lacking in interest and flavor. Yes, I recommend MorningStar at Bear Creek, but it's expensive.

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3.0 / 5
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3.0 / 5
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4.0 / 5
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4.0 / 5
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4.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
2.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear you appreciate our caring team. We take your comments about the meals seriously and appreciate your feedback. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re committed to providing a great experience.

February 4, 2026
AnonymousFebruary 3, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Friendly staff

Hands down best layout for memory care for resident freedom of movement and interaction. I would recommend them to others who are searching for memory care for their loved one. Overall staff is friendly and caring and open to working with family to assure transition of both resident and family is smooth during a challenging time.

Response from the community

Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation. We’re grateful you noticed the thoughtful design of our Memory Care and the dedication of our caring team. It’s our honor to walk alongside residents and families through this important transition.

October 31, 2025
Laurie GOctober 13, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Morningstar Bear Creek

I looked at several and MSBC ranked the highest and still does. Most places struggle with keeping good employees, probably due to low salaries and long hours. Care for individuals with memory issues is wearing and frustrating. Morningstar suffers from this same issue. Weekend care is never as good as weekday care, due to lack of adequate staff. MSBC has several dedicated and qualified staff, but always needs more.

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5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for your thoughtful review, Louise! We’re thrilled to hear you ranked us highly. Our team is committed to providing quality care, and we’re always working to improve staffing to ensure consistency. Your feedback helps us strive for excellence every day!

March 14, 2025
Louise EMarch 11, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Review for MorningStar at Bear Creek

It's a great place... I would recommend it to everyone.

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thanks, Beverly! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience and appreciate your recommendation. Your support means a lot to us!

September 5, 2024
BeverlyAugust 30, 2024

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Memory Care, Assisted Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • No Sugar
  • Professional Chef
  • Guest Meals
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Meals Provided
  • Café or Bistro

Health & wellness

  • Memory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Medication Management
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Forever Fit
  • Gardening Club
  • Protestant Services
  • Tai Chi
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Karaoke
  • Wii Bowling
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Cooking Classes
  • Montessori Programs
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Activities On-site
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Holiday Parties
  • Dances
  • Birthday Parties
  • Live Well Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Stretching Classes

Outdoor spaces

  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Outside Patio
  • Private Bath
  • Library
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Jacuzzi
  • Piano or Organ
  • Fitness Center

Apartment & room features

  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Kitchenette
  • Bath Tubs
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Air Conditioned

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