— Our Future Community

Coming Soon: A Neurodiverse Life Sharing Community in Lone Tree, Colorado

A place where people of all abilities can live, work, and grow together.

Tall Tales Ranch is creating a first-of-its-kind inclusive community where adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities can build independence, meaningful relationships, and opportunities for employment — all within a welcoming neighborhood designed for belonging.

Explore the Community • Life at Tall Tales Ranch • Our Journey • Community Partners

— Explore the Campus

Explore the Tall Tales Ranch Community

Hover over the map markers to learn more about the spaces that will make up the Tall Tales Ranch community. On mobile, tap each marker to view details.

The Barn

Home to Tall Tales Coffee Company, event space, and community gathering space designed to bring people together.

Additional Residences

Additional paired cottage residences designed to expand housing opportunities and create an inclusive neighborhood setting for Tall Tales Ranch residents.

The Peggy

The clubhouse and community center — a central hub for programs, connection, events, and shared experiences.

Residences

28 residential units designed to house up to 32 residents in an inclusive, supportive neighborhood setting.

Parking & Rideshare

Convenient visitor parking with a designated rideshare pick-up and drop-off area connecting residents, guests, and community spaces.

RTD RidgeGate Station Access

A crosswalk directly connects Tall Tales Ranch to the RTD RidgeGate Station, supporting safe, accessible transit access to the broader community.

Community Garden

A shared outdoor space for gardening, learning, and building community through hands-on experiences.

Walking Paths

Accessible paths designed to encourage movement, independence, and connection throughout campus.

*Map marker locations are illustrative and may be refined as the campus plan is finalized.

— See the Vision

Building the Future Community

— Our Journey

From Vision to Reality

2014

Tall Tales Ranch is established

Tall Tales Ranch is established as a nonprofit organization.

2019

The vision takes shape

Architectural drawings and design for the future community are developed.

2020

Site plan approved

The final site improvement plan is approved by the City of Lone Tree.

2022

Capital campaign launches

Tall Tales Ranch launches its capital campaign to bring the future community to life.

2024

$11.2 million raised

The capital campaign reaches a major milestone as plans for the community are finalized.

2026

Groundbreaking

August 2026 — Construction officially begins on the Tall Tales Ranch community.

— Life at Tall Tales Ranch

What Life at TTR Will Look Like

Tall Tales Ranch is designed to provide an inclusive housing and community environment where residents can build connections, pursue their interests, and choose the supports that work best for them.

TTR Will Offer

Inclusive Housing

Primarily one-bedroom apartments, with a limited number of two-bedroom apartments, available through monthly leases.

24/7 On-Site Staffing

On-site staff will help support a safe, welcoming, and connected community.

Community Spaces

Shared spaces where residents can connect, share meals, participate in activities, and build relationships.

Enrichment & Life Skills

Intermittent enrichment activities, outings, life skills classes, and opportunities to develop independence.

Workforce Opportunities

Opportunities for workforce development, job training, and social enterprise.

Connection to the Community

Walking access to RTD Light Rail and designated transportation pick-up and drop-off locations.

TTR Will Not Offer

Medicaid-Funded Support Services

Tall Tales Ranch is not a PASA or direct service provider. Residents may choose the providers that best meet their individual needs.

Direct Support for Daily Living

Residents who need assistance with activities of daily living will arrange their own agency-based or self-directed supports.

Individual Schedule Management

Activities, enrichment, and life skills classes will be voluntary and intermittent—not individualized daily programming.

Formal Dining or Meal Plans

The community will offer opportunities for shared meals, cooking classes, potlucks, brown-bag lunches, and grab-and-go options.

Individual Transportation Management

TTR can help residents understand available transportation options and provide concierge assistance when needed.

Traditional Day Programming

TTR will not provide formal day programming or vocational rehabilitation services, although community spaces may be available for job training or social enterprise.

Residents remain in control of the supports they choose.

Tall Tales Ranch is a housing and community environment, not a direct-service provider. Residents can bring in the services, providers, and supports that best fit their individual needs and preferences.

To be put on our general residential interest list, please fill out this brief Google form .

For additional questions, please email sally@talltalesranch.org .

— Building the Future Together

Our Community Partners

Tall Tales Ranch is grateful for the public partners, philanthropic organizations, and community supporters helping bring this vision to life in Lone Tree.