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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Adams County, CO

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The cost of independent living in Adams County is about $4,488 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 334 options. Read 5245 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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.
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I have been very pleased with the care that my mother has been receiving at this community, The staff have been absolutely wonderful and really have made sure my mom has felt comfortable and welcomed in her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Canterbury Gardens provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our community delivers both Independent and...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Shalom Cares is a senior housing community located in Aurora, Colorado, in the heart of Arapaho County. Our community offers a beautifully landscaped campus and a peaceful, serene setting. Perfectly situated in the Denver Metro area, Shalom Cares is easily accessible for visiting friends and...
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Like living here. My concern is my rent, which I have never complained about lived here for 10 years. So our ssi. checks went up 20 dollars knew our rent would also. but this time mine was raised more then...
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Clyburn at Stapleton Clyburn at Stapleton is a senior housing community located in spectacular Denver, CO. In Denver, we wake up to breath-taking Rocky Mountain views every morning. Better yet, this mountain hideaway gets 300 days of sunshine. Colorado's state capital also boasts a thriving arts...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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It’s a good place, the staff are great and were very helpful getting me into my new home! They made the transition into the community much easier than I expected. I have no complaints at all!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
The Villas at Sunny Acres is a continuing care retirement community located on 64 beautiful acres in north metropolitan Denver. The community offers independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing, with Alzheimer's care opening in September 2006. The campus features two lakes, walking...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I would give then an A+ for the community's structure and format, specifically for assisted living. The community was up kept and clean. The staff are friendly people. I did try a meal and for the most part...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
HILLTOP RESERVEAt Ascent Senior Living Communities, we are more than Colorado-based. We are 100% Colorado-present. Every community we develop and manage is in the state of Colorado. Our roots go deep. For us, it’s personal. That’s why you’ll regularly find us walking through our communities,...
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Cost of independent living in Adams County, CO

The average cost of senior living in Adams County is $4,488 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bennett, CO with an average of $3,912 per month.

Independent living costs in Adams County, CO, vs. nearby counties

Adams County, CO
$4,487/mo
$3,912/mo

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

Adams County, CO
$4,487/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Adams County, CO, vs. other senior living options

$5,552/mo
Independent Living
$4,487/mo

Independent living costs in Adams County, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,430/mo
Studio
$5,720/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,115/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,120/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,249/mo

Senior living costs in Adams County 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: Adams County, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAdams County, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,487/mo$4,441/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,153/mo$5,180/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,552/mo$5,398/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Adams County, CO:$4,487/mo
Colorado:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Adams County, CO:$5,153/mo
Colorado:$5,180/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Adams County, CO:$5,552/mo
Colorado:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Adams County, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Adams County 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 Adams County, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Adams County 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
Adams County, CO$3,275/mo$3,260/mo+0.5%
Colorado$3,277/mo$3,262/mo+0.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Adams County, CO
2024 average cost:$3,275/mo
2023 average cost:$3,260/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,277/mo
2023 average cost:$3,262/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Adams County

Recent reviews for independent living in Adams County

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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Adams County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Adams County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Adams County, 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 Adams County 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 Adams County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Adams County 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 Adams County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Adams County, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Adams County 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 Adams County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.8%
46.4%
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