Hillcrest Care Center & The Towers
360 Canyon Ridge Dr, Wray, CO 80758
In Wray, Colorado, Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers houses 24 residents across assisted living and skilled nursing, with Medicaid-certified care and short-term respite stays available.
- Assisted Living
- Skilled Nursing
- Medicaid Accepted
- Respite Care
Why Families Choose Hillcrest Care Center & The Towers
- Assisted living and skilled nursing sharing one Wray address
- 24 beds serving Yuma County and Colorado's Eastern Plains
- Certified for Medicaid-covered care
- Respite stays give family caregivers a short break
- A clean, well-kept building with attentive hospice-support nursing
- Locally owned and operated, no chain affiliation
About Hillcrest Care Center & The Towers
Wray sits well out on Colorado's Eastern Plains, and it's here, as the seat of Yuma County, that Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers keeps 24 residents under one roof: assisted living on one side, skilled nursing on the other. Because both levels of care share the same address, a resident can shift from one to the other without packing up and moving across town as health changes. The Towers handles the day-to-day support of assisted living, reminders to take medication, help getting washed and dressed, a hand with mobility, and Hillcrest Care Center's skilled nursing side is set up for heavier medical needs: wound care, round-the-clock nursing, recovery after a hospital stay.
The community carries Medicaid certification, and it also opens its doors for short-term respite stays, giving a family caregiver room to rest or recover, which counts for something in a county where alternatives are few and far between. Locally, the building has built a name for staying clean and well-kept; families mention the absence of the odor problems that dog some older nursing facilities, and for a nursing team that stays engaged through hard stretches, including hospice-supported care.
Residents in The Towers who need substantial hands-on help get it promptly, and that same level of attention extends to the skilled nursing side. There's no memory care unit and no independent living apartments here, so this is a fit for a family sorting between straightforward assisted living and skilled nursing. Pets don't have a place in the building, worth noting early for anyone whose parent has an animal at home.
As Yuma County's seat, Wray sits near the North Fork of the Republican River, close enough to the Nebraska line that it's practically a border town. Keefe Memorial Hospital, the community's local hospital, is near enough for easy coordination on medical needs, and Main Street's handful of shops and cafes make for an easy walk when family comes to visit. No regional or national company runs Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers; it's a locally operated home, and that keeps assisted living and skilled nursing care rooted in Wray for the Eastern Plains families who rely on it.
Environment
Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers is set on Canyon Ridge Drive in Wray, the seat of Yuma County out on Colorado's Eastern Plains. The building holds 24 beds total, split between assisted living residents in The Towers and skilled nursing residents in Hillcrest Care Center, both housed under one roof and address.
Services
Assisted living help centers on medication reminders, bathing, and getting dressed, while the skilled nursing side manages more involved medical needs, wound care, post-hospital recovery, and complex conditions. Short-term respite stays are available, and Medicaid covers care here for residents who qualify.
Resident Experience
Families point to a clean, well-maintained building free of the odor issues sometimes found in older nursing homes, and to a nursing staff singled out for hands-on, attentive care, especially during hospice-supported stays and for residents who need significant daily physical assistance.
Rates and availability current as of 2026. Contact Christie Garcia for the latest figures.
Christie Garcia
Local Senior Advisor, Colorado
Advisor Insight on
Hillcrest Care Center & The Towers
This setting suits a search focused on one building that covers both assisted living and skilled nursing without a memory care unit, particularly where Medicaid coverage or a short-term respite stay factors into care planning for a Yuma County resident.
Amenities & Services
Review Highlights
Locally, the community is known for a clean, well-kept building and a nursing staff whose hands-on, attentive care stood out to families through hospice-supported stays.
What People Like
- Assisted living and skilled nursing under one Wray roof
- Medicaid-certified care accepted
- Short-term respite stays for family caregivers
- Clean, well-kept building with attentive nursing staff
Things to consider
- Assisted living and skilled nursing focus
- Intimate 24-resident setting
Reviews from Google
Don't take your loved one here! The administration is terrible. On your first initial visit they are extremely friendly and welcoming but that's because they want the money. Once your loved one is there they won't even make eye contact with you. The general staff is wonderful…
My mother in-law "Jennie Jean McCall Bonn" passed away April18, 2017. My husband Harvey R. Dinsmore & brother Merl Dinsmore's family want to extend our sincere gratitude to Junior, Allison, all staff for their professional kind & humble care during Jennie's stay & hospice care.…
First of all I would like to say the ONLY reason I am giving 2 stars is for the excellent care given to my grandma who was put into hospice. Now I would like to explain my NEGITIVE review. The 0 star review is for the treatment my family and I received at the hands of the…
Mom is very pleased with her care. Everyone is so sweet and kind. Thank you all for making her stay here a positive, loving environment.
First the Towers Assisted Living for a year+ and then the Special Care Unit for 3 months were incredibly loving and prompt with their care of our Father. He was a large man that needed much physical assistance at the end.
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Compare Hillcrest Care Center & The Towers with Nearby Communities
Use this comparison to evaluate pricing, care availability, and key differences between similar communities in Wray, CO.
| Compared | Hillcrest Care Center & The TowersWray, CO 4.1 (8) | Eben Ezer Lutheran Care CenterYuma, CO· 27.4 mi 1.0 (1) | Carriage House Assisted LivingHolyoke, CO· 36.4 mi 4.0 (33) |
|---|---|---|---|
Starting price | $5500/mo | $5500/mo | $3000/mo |
Care types | Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing | Assisted Living | Assisted Living |
Total beds | 24 | 28 | 32 |
Medicaid | Accepted | Accepted | Accepted |
Pet friendly | No | No | No |
Housing type | Community | Community | Community |
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Hillcrest Care Center & The Towers
Wray, CO
- Starting price
- $5500/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing
- Total beds
- 24
- Medicaid
- Accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Community
Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center
Yuma, CO· 27.4 mi
- Starting price
- $5500/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living
- Total beds
- 28
- Medicaid
- Accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Community
Carriage House Assisted Living
Holyoke, CO· 36.4 mi
- Starting price
- $3000/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living
- Total beds
- 32
- Medicaid
- Accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Community
Location
360 Canyon Ridge Dr, Wray, CO 80758
Get DirectionsNearby Essentials
- Hospital:Keefe Memorial Hospital, Wray's local hospital, sits close by for medical coordination and emergency care, a real advantage in a rural Eastern Plains county where the nearest larger hospitals require a much longer drive.
- Dining:A small cluster of local cafes and restaurants lines Wray's Main Street, within easy walking distance of the building for a casual meal with visiting family.
- Shopping:Wray's compact Main Street business district covers most everyday errands, sparing residents and family a long drive for routine needs.
A quiet residential corner of Wray, the Yuma County seat on Colorado's rural Eastern Plains, near the North Fork of the Republican River.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What care does Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers offer?
The Towers provides assisted living, and Hillcrest Care Center provides skilled nursing, with residents able to move between the two as health needs change. Memory care and independent living aren't offered.
How much does Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers cost?
Assisted living starts around $5,500 a month, and skilled nursing runs closer to $10,500 a month, with the actual rate set by a resident's care needs. A senior advisor can walk you through current pricing details.
Does Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers accept Medicaid?
Yes, Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers holds Medicaid certification. A senior advisor can explain eligibility and how coverage applies to your specific situation.
Where is Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers located?
The community is at 360 Canyon Ridge Drive in Wray, the Yuma County seat on Colorado's Eastern Plains, near Keefe Memorial Hospital.
How many beds does Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers have?
There are 24 beds total, divided between assisted living in The Towers and skilled nursing in Hillcrest Care Center.
What dining is available at Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers?
Meals are served on site every day, and dietary accommodations are available for residents who need them.
What activities does Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers offer?
Residents can join group activities, social programs, and holiday and seasonal gatherings throughout the year.
Does Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers allow pets?
No, pets aren't accommodated at Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers.
Who operates Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers?
The community is independently operated, not part of a regional or national chain, and it serves Wray and the surrounding Yuma County area.
How do I schedule a tour of Hillcrest Care Center and The Towers?
Fill out the contact form on this page, and a senior advisor will follow up within one business day to set up a visit and cover how respite stays and Medicaid coverage work at this community.
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