TenderCare at University Hills
2408 S Kearney St, Denver, CO 80222
TenderCare University Hills is a nurse-owned, 10-resident care home in southeast Denver, with all-private rooms, assisted living, and integrated memory care.
- Assisted Living
- Memory Care
- Small Community
- Pet Friendly
Why Families Choose TenderCare at University Hills
- Nurse-owned home with the owner acting as case manager
- Ten residents, all in private rooms
- Assisted living with integrated memory care
- Three meals a day plus snacks, all included
- All-inclusive monthly pricing
- Large backyard with flowers and covered seating
About TenderCare at University Hills
TenderCare University Hills is a small, nurse-owned residential care home at 2408 South Kearney Street in the University Hills area of southeast Denver. Opened in 2018, it is one of three TenderCare homes in the city, and it offers assisted living with integrated memory care for about ten residents, in a house-style setting where everyone has a private room. What sets TenderCare apart is its ownership: the homes are run by a practicing critical-care nurse who acts as case manager for the residents, which means clinical judgment is close at hand and care plans are personal.
Day-to-day support covers help with bathing, dressing, medication, and daily routines, with staffing of roughly two caregivers to ten residents during the day, and care that adapts as a resident's memory or health needs change. Daily life is family-style and unhurried, with three meals a day plus snacks included and a week that fills with music, bingo, cards, arts and crafts, and intergenerational activities with visiting children.
A large backyard with flowers and covered seating gives residents an easy place to be outside, and indoor common areas keep the home social. TenderCare fits families who want a small, personal home with all-private rooms and a nurse close to the care, including for memory care needs. It operates as a private-pay community rather than accepting Medicaid, with all-inclusive monthly pricing, and dogs and birds can be considered case by case.
The University Hills location is convenient and quiet, near South Colorado Boulevard with quick Interstate 25 access, and AdventHealth Porter is just west for hospital care, with Rose Medical Center and an urgent care also within reach. A nurse-owned residential care home, TenderCare University Hills pairs all-private rooms, included meals, and integrated memory care with hands-on clinical ownership in a quiet southeast Denver neighborhood.
Environment
A small, house-style residential care home in the University Hills area of southeast Denver, opened in 2018, with about ten residents in all-private rooms, some with private baths. A large backyard with flowers and covered seating sits outside, and indoor common areas keep the home social.
Services
Assisted living with integrated memory care, run by a critical-care nurse who acts as case manager, with help for bathing, dressing, medication, and daily routines. Daytime staffing runs roughly two caregivers to ten residents, and care adapts as memory or health needs change. It is private pay.
Resident Experience
Daily life is family-style and unhurried, with three meals a day plus snacks included and a week of music, bingo, cards, arts and crafts, and intergenerational activities with visiting children. The backyard gives residents an easy place to be outside, and the small size keeps the home personal.
Rates and availability current as of 2026. Contact Makayla Dubiel for the latest figures.
Makayla Dubiel
Local Senior Advisor, Colorado
Advisor Insight on
TenderCare at University Hills
TenderCare is a strong fit for a family that wants a small, personal home with all-private rooms and a nurse close to the care, including for memory care. The nurse-owner case-management model stands out, and it is private pay with all-inclusive pricing, so it suits families not relying on Medicaid.
- Best for:
- Families who want a small, nurse-owned home with all-private rooms, included meals, and integrated memory care.
- Consider if:
- This is private pay rather than Medicaid, and at ten residents it is a small home rather than a large community with extensive amenities.
- Ask on tour:
- Ask how the nurse-owner manages care as needs change, what the all-inclusive rate covers, and whether a resident's dog or bird can come along.
- Comparison:
- Many small homes share baths and rooms; TenderCare offers all-private rooms, included meals, and a nurse-owner who acts as case manager.
Amenities & Services
Compare TenderCare at University Hills with Nearby Communities
Use this comparison to evaluate pricing, care availability, and key differences between similar communities in Denver, CO.
| Compared | TenderCare at University HillsDenver, CO No Google rating yet | Assured Senior Living - South Holly StreetDenver, CO· 0.0 mi 5.0 (1) | A Loving Hand Assisted LivingDenver, CO· 0.2 mi No Google rating yet |
|---|---|---|---|
Starting price | $4500/mo | $6050/mo | $4380/mo |
Care types | Assisted Living, Memory Care | Assisted Living, Memory Care | Assisted Living |
Total beds | 10 | 8 | 8 |
Medicaid | Not accepted | Accepted | Accepted |
Pet friendly | Yes | No | No |
Housing type | Residential | Residential | Residential |
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TenderCare at University Hills
Denver, CO
- Starting price
- $4500/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living, Memory Care
- Total beds
- 10
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- Yes
- Housing type
- Residential
Assured Senior Living - South Holly Street
Denver, CO· 0.0 mi
- Starting price
- $6050/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living, Memory Care
- Total beds
- 8
- Medicaid
- Accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Residential
A Loving Hand Assisted Living
Denver, CO· 0.2 mi
- Starting price
- $4380/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living
- Total beds
- 8
- Medicaid
- Accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Residential
Location
2408 S Kearney St, Denver, CO 80222
Get DirectionsNearby Essentials
- Hospital:AdventHealth Porter is just west for hospital care, with Rose Medical Center and an urgent care also within reach and quick Interstate 25 access.
- Dining:Three home-style meals are served at the house each day, with restaurants along South Colorado Boulevard a short drive away.
- Shopping:Everyday shopping along South Colorado Boulevard and near Tamarac Square is a short drive from the home.
The University Hills area of southeast Denver, a quiet residential neighborhood near South Colorado Boulevard with quick Interstate 25 access.
Nearby Communities
Assured Senior Living - South Holly Street
Denver, CO
Starting at $6050/mo
A Loving Hand Assisted Living
Denver, CO
Starting at $4380/mo
Abundant Blessings and Care Assisted Living - Eastman
Denver, CO
Starting at $4340/mo
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does TenderCare University Hills offer?
TenderCare offers assisted living with integrated memory care in a small residential home, with help for bathing, dressing, medication, and daily routines, run by a critical-care nurse who acts as case manager.
How much does TenderCare University Hills cost?
Pricing is all-inclusive and commonly runs about $4,000 to $5,000 per month, depending on the room and care needs. A senior advisor can confirm the current quote and what it covers.
Does TenderCare University Hills accept Medicaid?
No, TenderCare operates as a private-pay community and does not accept Medicaid. A senior advisor can walk through private funds, long-term-care insurance, and other ways to cover care.
Where is TenderCare University Hills located?
At 2408 South Kearney Street in the University Hills area of southeast Denver, near South Colorado Boulevard. AdventHealth Porter is just west, with quick Interstate 25 access.
How big is TenderCare University Hills?
It is a small home with about ten residents, all in private rooms, which keeps care personal and lets the nurse-owner stay close to each resident.
What dining is available at TenderCare University Hills?
Three meals a day plus snacks are included and served family-style in the home, with special-diet accommodations.
What activities and amenities does TenderCare University Hills offer?
Music, bingo, cards, arts and crafts, and intergenerational activities with visiting children, plus a large backyard with flowers and covered seating and indoor common areas.
Does TenderCare University Hills allow pets?
Dogs and birds can be considered case by case. A senior advisor can review the current pet guidelines and whether a particular pet can come along.
Who operates TenderCare University Hills?
TenderCare is owned by a practicing critical-care nurse and operates three small residential homes in Denver. The University Hills home opened in 2018.
How do I schedule a tour of TenderCare University Hills?
Reach out through the contact form on this page. Your senior advisor follows up within a business day to set a visit and walk through the nurse-owner care model and what the all-inclusive rate covers.
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