Rivaria Vista Grande offers 78 pet-friendly assisted living apartments on Vickers Drive, with a weekday nurse on staff and rates starting near $3,995 in Colorado Springs' northeast quadrant.
- Assisted Living
- Pet-Friendly
- Respite Care
Why Families Choose Rivaria Vista Grande
- 78 assisted living apartments in northeast Colorado Springs
- A nurse joins the care team every weekday
- Rates starting near $3,995 monthly, lower than many area communities
- Cats and dogs welcome to move in with their owners
- Holiday and special-occasion gatherings that include relatives
- Temporary respite stays for a loved one who needs short-term coverage
About Rivaria Vista Grande
Two details set Rivaria Vista Grande apart from many nearby options: a nurse joins the care team every weekday, and monthly rates start closer to $3,995 than the higher figures common in the area. The 78-apartment community runs on Vickers Drive, and assisted living is the only care type offered, with no memory care household or independent apartments mixed in. That weekday nurse works alongside the regular caregiving staff to field medication questions and health concerns that come up during the week, while caregivers manage the daily routine of hygiene support and helping residents get around safely.
Cats and dogs move in right along with their owners, a stay of a few weeks is available for a family needing temporary coverage, and the monthly rate is arranged directly with families instead of through Medicaid. Families describe a staff that communicates well and folds relatives into holiday gatherings and other occasions throughout the year, rather than treating visiting hours as an afterthought.
Having a nurse check in most days of the working week gives many families extra peace of mind about health questions that pop up between doctor visits. Households weighing Rivaria against pricier neighbors often value the combination of a lower starting rate, a nurse's weekday presence, a pet-friendly policy, and short-term respite availability all in one place. Memory care for dementia, an independent apartment, and Medicaid coverage aren't part of what this address currently offers, and nurse coverage isn't confirmed on weekends either.
Saint Francis Medical Center is reachable heading east for hospital-level needs, and the restaurants along Powers Boulevard make an easy stop for visiting relatives. Groceries and everyday shopping sit within that same Powers Boulevard corridor, just minutes from the Vickers Drive address. Rivaria Vista Grande pairs a below-market starting rate with a nurse on staff most weekdays, a pet-friendly policy, and respite availability, a combination families comparing several communities often say narrows their list quickly.
Environment
Rivaria Vista Grande operates 78 assisted living apartments on Vickers Drive in northeast Colorado Springs. Assisted living is the only care type on offer here, with no memory care household or independent apartments mixed in.
Services
A nurse joins the care team every weekday to help with medication questions and health concerns, while caregivers handle daily hygiene support and safe mobility around the building. The community welcomes pets, offers short-term respite stays, and bills families directly rather than through Medicaid.
Resident Experience
Families describe a staff that communicates well and folds relatives into holiday gatherings and other occasions throughout the year. Pets settle in as part of everyday life, and knowing a nurse checks in most weekdays gives many families extra peace of mind between doctor visits.
Rates and availability current as of 2026. Contact Christie Garcia for the latest figures.
Christie Garcia
Local Senior Advisor, Colorado
Advisor Insight on
Rivaria Vista Grande
Rivaria appeals to households weighing a lower starting price without giving up a nurse's presence on the team, along with the flexibility of a pet-friendly policy or a short-term respite stay. Support expands as needs grow, though nurse coverage isn't currently confirmed on weekends.
Amenities & Services
Review Highlights
Families describe a communicative staff, a nurse who joins the team on weekdays, and holiday gatherings that keep relatives folded into daily life.
What People Like
- Communicative, responsive staff
- A weekday nurse on the care team
- Holiday and special-occasion gatherings
- Meals residents describe favorably
Things to consider
- Assisted living focus
- Private-pay community
Reviews from Google
My father has been a resident for over 2 years and my family is very happy with the care he is receiving and he is content and safe there. The staff are very communicative and available to address questions or concerns and take good care of him. There is a nurse on site…
My sister LOVED this place. Pricing reasonable. Literally every staff person was loving, kind, attentive and professional. Sister was ready to die when she got there but rallied with all the nurturing. We are forever grateful to Rivaria. Thank you!!!
I'm giving a 2 star at this time since there's always room for improvement. I'm expressing my concern regarding the noticeable decline in quality of care being provided. My mom has been in there for quite sometime when it was still Brookdale and mom care in the beginning was not…
This is a great facility overall, but the best part is Nathalia Tucker at the Vista Grande Colorado Springs location. It is so clear that she cares about the residents. Anytime we have had a difficulty that couldn't be resolve through other channels, I have reached out to her…
About a month ago my siblings and I helped our Mom start the process of transitioning from her home of 59 years to A.L. From our first meeting with Nathalia and absolutely everyone on her staff, we have been met with kindness, helpfulness, and genuinely warm-heartedness in all…
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Compare Rivaria Vista Grande with Nearby Communities
Use this comparison to evaluate pricing, care availability, and key differences between similar communities in Colorado Springs, CO.
| Compared | Rivaria Vista GrandeColorado Springs, CO 3.6 (21) | Brookdale BriargateColorado Springs, CO· 2.0 mi 4.4 (26) | New Day CottagesColorado Springs, CO· 2.2 mi 5.0 (8) |
|---|---|---|---|
Starting price | $3995/mo | $5500/mo | $5500/mo |
Care types | Assisted Living | Assisted Living, Memory Care | Assisted Living, Memory Care |
Total beds | 78 | 50 | 11 |
Medicaid | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted |
Pet friendly | Yes | No | No |
Housing type | Community | Community | Residential |
| View this community | View this community |
Rivaria Vista Grande
Colorado Springs, CO
- Starting price
- $3995/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living
- Total beds
- 78
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- Yes
- Housing type
- Community
Brookdale Briargate
Colorado Springs, CO· 2.0 mi
- Starting price
- $5500/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living, Memory Care
- Total beds
- 50
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Community
New Day Cottages
Colorado Springs, CO· 2.2 mi
- Starting price
- $5500/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living, Memory Care
- Total beds
- 11
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Residential
Location
2780 Vickers Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Get DirectionsNearby Essentials
- Hospital:Saint Francis Medical Center is reachable heading east for hospital-level needs.
- Dining:Restaurants lining Powers Boulevard give visiting family an easy stop nearby.
- Shopping:Groceries and everyday retail sit close by along the Powers Boulevard corridor.
Colorado Springs' northeast quadrant, near North Academy and Powers Boulevards, mostly residential outside the main retail strips.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What care does Rivaria Vista Grande offer?
Rivaria Vista Grande combines assisted living with a nurse who joins the care team every weekday and short-term respite stays; there's no separate memory care unit.
How much does Rivaria Vista Grande cost?
Rates begin near $3,995 monthly, on the lower end for the area. Your senior advisor can go over exactly what that figure covers.
Does Rivaria Vista Grande accept Medicaid?
No, this is a private-pay community and doesn't bill Medicaid. Your senior advisor can help sort through other funding sources.
Where is Rivaria Vista Grande located?
The address is 2780 Vickers Drive in northeast Colorado Springs, a short drive from Saint Francis Medical Center.
How many apartments does Rivaria Vista Grande have?
Rivaria Vista Grande has 78 assisted living apartments.
Does Rivaria Vista Grande offer respite stays?
Yes, a temporary stay of a few weeks can be arranged for a family that needs short-term coverage. Your senior advisor can confirm current availability.
What is dining like at Rivaria Vista Grande?
Meals come out at consistent times each day, and residents speak well of the food, with special touches around holidays.
Does Rivaria Vista Grande allow pets?
Yes, Rivaria opens its doors to pets, so an animal companion doesn't have to stay behind. Your senior advisor can walk through the current policy.
Who operates Rivaria Vista Grande?
Rivaria Vista Grande runs as an independent assisted living community serving northeast Colorado Springs.
How do I schedule a tour of Rivaria Vista Grande?
Send your details through this page's form, and expect your senior advisor to follow up within a business day, ready to book a visit and explain how weekday nursing coverage works.
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