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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Barr Lake, CO

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Photo of Bonaventure of Thornton
1212 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.4
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34 reviews
8.4
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34 reviews
5 star
32%
4 star
26%
3 star
21%
2 star
6%
1 star
15%
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High turn over in the dining area-slow service-staffing not good. Staff was very nice & accommodating. Yes I would recommend Bonaventure.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Brookdale Brighton
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.0
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41 reviews
7.0
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41 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
24%
3 star
15%
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0%
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Brookdale has been great to work with! The staff at Brookdale is super caring and very helpful with our needs. They communicate very well and keep me up to date on any changes to [name removed] health care...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Experience Genuine CommunityTucked in the delightful city of Brighton, Colorado, the seniors who call this assisted living community home are a close-knit bunch. Whether you find them sharing secrets around the dinner table or strapping on their shoes to go out on the town, you’ll quickly...
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Photo of Inglenook At Brighton
55 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
6.8
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40 reviews
6.8
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40 reviews
5 star
35%
4 star
37%
3 star
10%
2 star
8%
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10%
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I was unable to rate these answers on my phone. However I would give a 4 or 5 to all of them. Inglenook has a caring staff, comfortable apartments, pretty good food, beautiful grounds and many activities to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Inglenook at Brighton! One of the most important influences on your overall health and happiness is your living environment. Inglenook at Brighton is a retirement community where you can enjoy an independent, yet secure lifestyle, pursuing new interests and expanding your circle of...
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Photo of Bethesda Gardens Thornton
44 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
6.0
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43 reviews
6.0
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43 reviews
5 star
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4 star
33%
3 star
5%
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9%
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I'm happy to have my Mom there. They know her well and take great care of her. Staff is responsive and caring. The facility is lovely and her apartment is perfect for her. They have a lot of activities and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Start a Vibrant Retirement: Assisted Living and Memory Care at Park Regency Thornton If you're looking for a tranquil but active assisted living or memory care community in the north Denver area, look no further. At Park Regency Thornton, a Bethesda Senior Living Community, experience inspired...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Brighton Village
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of The Gardens Care Homes-Coyote Creek
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ashley Manor - Ft. LuptonAshley Manor is an assisted living community located in the beautiful town of Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado. The tranquil setting is situated between Fort Collins and Denver and is a great place to live. Fort Lupton offers visiting family members a break from...
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Cost of independent living in Barr Lake, CO

The average cost of senior living in Barr Lake is $3,972 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aurora, CO with an average of $3,968 per month.

Independent living costs in Barr Lake, CO, vs. nearby cities

Barr Lake, CO
$3,972/mo
$3,995/mo
$4,172/mo

Independent living costs in Barr Lake, CO, vs. state and national averages

Barr Lake, CO
$3,972/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Barr Lake, CO, vs. other senior living options

$5,231/mo
Independent Living
$3,972/mo

Independent living costs in Barr Lake, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,848/mo
Studio
$5,079/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,273/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,336/mo

Senior living costs in Barr Lake vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Barr Lake, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarr Lake, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$3,972/mo$4,182/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,966/mo$5,050/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,231/mo$5,145/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Barr Lake, CO:$3,972/mo
Colorado:$4,182/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Barr Lake, CO:$4,966/mo
Colorado:$5,050/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Barr Lake, CO:$5,231/mo
Colorado:$5,145/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Barr Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Barr Lake

Bethesda Gardens Thornton

4.3
When my loved one was ill, the staff were very responsive to our phone calls and also offered supportive and medical care to them. The staff are very friendly and caring.

Westhaven Apartment Homes in Lakewood, CO

4.0
I have moved in to Westhaven Apartment Homes, and I really like it so far. I like that I can still maintain an independent lifestyle here, but that it is also a very active and social retirement facility. The staff is great, and they have a lot of activities like Bingo, movies, crafts, story ...
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Golden Orchard III in Wheat Ridge, CO

5.0
We love the staff and living situation for my 2 elderly parents at Golden Orchard, Finding this lovely group home was a Blessing for us. My Dad and Mom are well taken care of in every way. Such a huge difference in how well my parents are doing in this very caring group home environment!. Food ...
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Barr Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barr Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barr Lake, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barr Lake independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Barr Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barr Lake, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Barr Lake independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Barr Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barr Lake, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barr Lake independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Barr Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barr Lake, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
47%
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Bonaventure of Thornton, Brookdale Brighton and Inglenook At Brighton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barr Lake, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Barr Lake, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Barr Lake, Colorado are Brookdale Lowry, Brookdale Tamarac Square and Brookdale Meridian Arvada. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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