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Photo of Golden Lodge Assisted Living
44 Photos available
8.5
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15 reviews
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Golden Lodge Assisted Living is very accommodating in creating a program based on individual needs. We used them for respite care for my husband.
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.
Locally owned and operated Retirement Community, offering both Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Services. Golden Lodge is the newest senior living community located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Our goal is to enhance the lives of people age 55-plus with an exceptional lifestyle,...
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1111 Photos available
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10
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22 reviews
5 star
77%
4 star
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"Most welcoming" is synonymous with this community! From out initial meeting with the (amazing) Community liaison director to the accommodating staff at move-in (which was also welcoming). Our mama's...
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.
Holistic LivingLiving a holistic live encompasses more than your physical well-being. Whether you are part of our assisted living, memory care or skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Lakewood, Colorado, you will enjoy programs and activities designed to cultivate wellness in your body,...
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1818 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
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We left behind a huge lovely home that we had definitely enjoyed for many years. Traded down to a sunny two-befroom, two bath corner unit with a balcony and great views. Traded UP to easy living with many...
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.
Engage, Enjoy and Live!Affordable, lavish & amenity filled independent living made simple. Let us take care of your needs, so you can enjoy the important things in life.Sky Pointe Retirement Resort is a beautiful new Resort Lifestyle Community coming to Littleton, CO late 2018. Sky Pointe...
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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118 reviews
9.7
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118 reviews
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They are not well-maintained. My air-conditioning doesn't work. I'm sweltering. I have asked maintenance, and they said they can have it tomorrow. It's making me sick!! I've had several problems with...
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.
Among many, one big point of difference that makes us unique is our level of service and amazing team. Starting with our Executive Director, Daniel Cooke, who has been with Brookdale for over 7 years and has a background in caregiving. Our Associate Executive Director, Chris Blake, has been a...
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1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.7
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75 reviews
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Positive. People are so nice. Helpful. Residents have so much energy. Maintenance team is good too Opportunities. More transportation options. One one bus that gets really busy and full at...
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.
The Luxury of IndependenceNestled within the charming city of Lakewood, Colorado, you’ll discover an independent living community that feels more like a resort. Brimming with luxury services and amenities like an on-campus bistro, putting green, billiards room, and more, you can soak up the best...
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1818 Floor plans available
9.5
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58 reviews
9.5
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58 reviews
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My brother is very happy there!!! It's a very nice place with kind and helpful staff! I would highly recommend this place! Someday, I may want to live there.
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.
Arvada Estates is situated in a quiet tree-lined neighborhood of historic Arvada Colorado, a suburb of Denver, the Mile High City. Arvada, the site of the first documented discovery of gold in the Rocky Mountain region and established in 1870, is nestled in the western foothills of the majestic...
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66 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.5
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37 reviews
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37 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that it is very clean with amazing people who work there. They are kind and caring. Fast to respond when needed.
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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1010 Photos available
9.4
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23 reviews
9.4
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The staff has been super helpful with the transition and has made my mother-in-law feel welcome and a part of the community! She enjoys doing all of their activities and keeps herself so busy that she...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Arbor View Senior Living provides our residents with the freedom to enjoy their day, their way. We offer many amenities, much laughter and fun in a welcoming and peaceful community. Our community is designed to deliver programs and activities that engage the social, emotional, intellectual,...
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1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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171 reviews
9.3
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171 reviews
5 star
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The staff are great and very friendly. They know how to do their jobs. Not much in amenities. Apartments are between 400 & 500 square feet.
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.
The Courtyard at Lakewood provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Conveniently situated in a quiet suburb of Denver, you'll enjoy the benefits of living near a big city with all the peace and quiet of a secluded home tucked away in the hills. We're close to...
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9.0
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81 reviews
9.0
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81 reviews
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I moved in to this community in May and I could not be happier with the staff. Everyone is so helpful and friendly, and always quick to assist with any needs I have. The meals are good, [name removed] in...
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.
Lakewood Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on gorgeous, landscaped grounds in the thriving town of Lakewood, you'll love our tastefully elegant facilities and all the conveniences of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping,...
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Photo of Brookdale Meridian Lakewood
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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41 reviews
9.0
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41 reviews
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The place is overall clean and my parents like the facility and their apartment. The issues have been a light odor in hallway, maintenance issues take too long and we have had to follow up multiple times due...
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.
How does a retirement with fewer chores and more adventures sound? We’ll take care of the chores while you focus on what you want to do.  Here at our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) with both independent living and skilled nursing, if you or your spouse need more care later,...
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Photo of Lakewood Reserve
2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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101 reviews
8.9
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101 reviews
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After two months with my father at Lakewood Reserve, I've been pleasantly surprised with his transition and acceptance to what has been an incredible lifestyle change. Whether it his him realizing his...
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.
Lakewood ReserveLakewood Reserve is a predominate and reputable community located in the heart of Lakewood, Colorado and among the popular Belmar neighborhood. Lakewood provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services with a personal touch. We’re a family operated community...
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1919 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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67 reviews
8.8
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67 reviews
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Their attention to high fall risk patients could be better. My loved one has experienced multiple falls. Actions are very reactive rather than proactive.
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.
Applewood Place, A Juniper Senior Living Community, provides assisted living and award winning Wellspring Memory Care. Located in a charming neighborhood just south of Golden and ten minutes from downtown Denver and the Rocky Mountain foothills, Applewood Place is a community where older adults...
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Photo of Brookdale Arvada
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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101 reviews
8.8
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101 reviews
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[name removed], business person was our 1st encounter. She knew right away my mother wasn't ready for memory care. she showed us assisted living apts. mom has been there almost 2 months and has been very...
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.
The Care You DeserveTucked within the beautiful town of Arvada, Colorado, our assisted living and memory care community offers you the opportunity to embrace the lifestyle you’ve always wanted. Whether that means giving you the tools you need to get your health back on track, offering a slew of...
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Photo of Sunrise of Westminster
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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56 reviews
8.7
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56 reviews
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The place was clean and staff were attentive. My mom enjoyed it more than she ever expected until four of the residents she played games either died in a short time so she list her will to live. I believe...
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.
Just east of Highway 36 and minutes from Boulder to the north and Metro Denver to the south, Sunrise of Westminster overlooks the majestic Rocky Mountains to the west, affording spectacular views of the sunset. Our one-story cottage-style community enables all our residents, especially those...
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Photo of Hyland Hills
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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39 reviews
8.6
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39 reviews
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Getting back from rehab took forever and they always sent you out! It didn't feel like they cared! A couple of the caregivers were amazing!
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.
Located just minutes from Westminster Center Park with convenient access to the Denver-Boulder Turnpike, Atria Westminster is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection...
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Photo of Sunrise at FlatIrons
3232 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.4
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67 reviews
8.4
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67 reviews
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Things that stick out about sunrise. It is open and cheery. The residents look happy and cared for. It is clean. The staff is cheerful and friendly. I love the care my friend gets from the nurses when she...
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.
Sunrise at FlatIrons is a resort-style Sunrise Senior Living community located at 400 Summit Blvd in Broomfield, Colorado. Situated between the upscale Flatirons Crossing Mall and the Omni Interlocken Golf Course, Sunrise at FlatIrons offers a lifestyle free from the worries of home maintenance,...
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1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.1
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27 reviews
8.1
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27 reviews
5 star
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We moved my father here from independent living when he needed assisted-living. He was there for three months (before passing) and they were great! They were awesome at getting to know him, helping him as...
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.
Assisted Living Wheat Ridge – Join Our CommunityDedicated to making your retirement years carefree, MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Wheat Ridge provides seniors with the finest assisted living Wheat Ridge has to offer. Offering a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community, our...
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88 Photos available
8.0
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16 reviews
8.0
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16 reviews
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They are all very friendly, made my mother in law feel at home right away and made sure she didn't feel lonely. I do think that they should maybe offer more activities and the food is very bland and not...
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.
As Wheat Ridge, Colorado's longest-established senior living community, Mountain Vista offers a full CCRC providing all ranges of senior residency including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care and rehabilitation all conveniently located on the same campus. Renovations...
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Photo of The Gardens on Quail
99 Photos available
8.0
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36 reviews
8.0
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36 reviews
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It was the next best thing than being at their own home. It wasn't perfect like being at home but the entire staff no matter what their position was truly cared for the residents and were extremely caring...
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.
The Gardens on Quail is under new management as of April 1, 2021! The Gardens on Quail Retirement Community specializes in Assisted Living and Memory Care. The Gardens on Quail is an upscale, custom designed community where our residents can live their lives to their highest potential while being...
Photo of Balfour at Riverfront Park
1717 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
8.0
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13 reviews
8.0
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13 reviews
5 star
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Seems that the dining experience is not what I have previously experienced: Eggs were definitely powdered, other cold offerings ok, but sparse. Did like the coffee machine. Common spaces were clean and...
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.
Balfour Interiors teamed with Robert A.M. Stern Architects, LLP (RAMSA) to bring Balfour at Riverfront Park to life. For personal pampering, there’s a heated saltwater pool, steam room, and a full-service salon and spa with fully appointed lounges for men and women.Balfour at Riverfront Park...
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1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
7.8
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13 reviews
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13 reviews
5 star
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I would give them 5 across all categories. Great place. Staff is super friendly & attentive. Food is great. Choices for activities.
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.
Independent and Assisted Living at its Best!MorningStar of Arvada is an independent and assisted living community ideally situated on 1.5 acres, encircled by historic Golden with nearby Arvada Reservoir.MorningStar of Arvada is dedicated to creating a true home, where your retirement years can be...
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Photo of Ralston Creek Neighborhood Assisted Living and Memory Care
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7.2
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25 reviews
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25 reviews
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My dad was there for 8 months and the facility went thru new ownership starting in January 2025. The food greatly improved and Friday's Happy Hour became happy with live music and food. The care staff was...
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.
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Any issues that have popped up have been communicated good. I have to say that the double diaper change is working out pretty well. They've had a couple contracting companies come in to assist with that....
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.
At Springwood Retirement Community, you will feel welcome and comfortable as soon as you enter our 15 acre Campus. With mature and lush landscaping surrounding our main three-story building, you'll enjoy the park like setting, complete with an outside patio overlooking a pond and a large atrium...
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Overall, I've been very satisfied with the care and the facilities. The staff is wonderful. There's one caregiver in particular who is always cheerful when she comes in, she gives compliments, and she...
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.

Cost of independent living in Fairmount, CO

The average cost of senior living in Fairmount is $4,160 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dakota Ridge, CO with an average of $4,023 per month.

Independent living costs in Fairmount, CO, vs. nearby cities

Fairmount, CO
$4,160/mo
$4,170/mo

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

Fairmount, CO
$4,160/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Fairmount, CO, vs. other senior living options

$5,300/mo
Independent Living
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Fairmount, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,660/mo
Studio
$5,715/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,070/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,225/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,089/mo

Senior living costs in Fairmount 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: Fairmount, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFairmount, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,160/mo$4,182/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,102/mo$5,050/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,300/mo$5,145/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Fairmount, CO:$4,160/mo
Colorado:$4,182/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Fairmount, CO:$5,102/mo
Colorado:$5,050/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Fairmount, CO:$5,300/mo
Colorado:$5,145/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Fairmount, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Fairmount and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Fairmount, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fairmount have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Fairmount, CO$3,191/mo$3,111/mo+2.6%
Colorado$3,277/mo$3,262/mo+0.4%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Fairmount, CO
2024 average cost:$3,191/mo
2023 average cost:$3,111/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,277/mo
2023 average cost:$3,262/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fairmount

Recent reviews for independent living in Fairmount

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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Fairmount independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairmount independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairmount, 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 Fairmount 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 Fairmount partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fairmount, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairmount 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 Fairmount communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairmount, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairmount 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 Fairmount offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fairmount, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
40.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Golden Lodge Assisted Living, Montage Ridge and Sky Pointe Retirement Resort are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fairmount, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 89 independent living facilities near Fairmount, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fairmount, 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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