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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Arvada, CO
The cost of independent living in Arvada is about $4,153 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 84 options. Read 1383 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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This place has been under renovation. They are still working on the kitchen but all new furniture. My first two weeks were not great. Non existent orientation. Things have improved. I take Gene on...
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.
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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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.
Epoque Golden Apartments in Golden Colorado, is where the perfect location meets a one-of-a-kind 55+ luxury community. Find yourself submerged in the most beautiful mountain views, surrounded by hundreds of acres of local parks. Enjoy luxury senior living in Golden, as you explore top attractions...
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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
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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.
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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.
Nestled between Downtown Denver and the Rocky Mountains, Avenida Lakewood offers a new kind of senior apartment living. Located in Lakewood, Colorado, their community is tailor-made for active adults age 55 and better seeking a maintenance-free, service-enriched lifestyle.Their one and two...
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My experience with Clear Creek Commons so far has been a good one, my only issue has been the fact that I have to cook my own food. The community is clean and well-kept. There aren't many activities for the...
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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.
Best Senior 55 or Better Property, located in the heart of downtown Golden, Colorado. Where the team goes above and beyond to make your home the best. The team has over 30 years combined in senior care. Clear Creek Commons was nominated for best Senior Property in 2019 Nationally. We deliver...
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Westhaven Apartment Homes is managed properly with nice people and residents. They have security and they'll let me in when I don't have my key, so that I don't have to wait outside forever. They also have...
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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.
Something special has arrived... Lakewood's best kept secret for ages 55 and better! Nestled in the heart of Lakewood... Located in a quiet friendly residential neighborhood with a wealth of amenities, The Westhaven Apartment Homes place you within minutes of everything the Greater Metro area...
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A great community. And the rooms and grounds are well kept up and the staff is on top of things. The food is great and a variety. My mom loves the many activities she participates in, and a great choice of...
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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.
A history rich in caring for the Denver community first started in 1872 when the Ladies Relief Society established a home for the elderly. Their foresight and determination to serve the community is exemplified today in how The Argyle Senior Living Community continues to meet the changing...
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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.
Just for Seniors Living Center II is a beautiful assisted living community located in Lakewood, Colorado. The community houses hundreds of seniors who have found home in this gorgeous setting. The assisted living community is located in the heart of town right off Kipling Street and West Colfax...
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The staff is WONDERFUL!!!!! The Granville's staff has longevity, this is not something you see in this industry. The residents are treated with respect and as adults, unlike other facilities I have seen....
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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.
The Granville Assisted Living Center is conveniently located near 14th and Wadsworth, just 3 miles north of BelMar and 3 miles south of Historic Highlands Square. Also new this year is the opening of the West Line Light Rail station which is just outside our door. The Granville was created in...
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Everything is working out very well for my father in law here at this community. We are pleased with all they have done for us. He is very pleased with the meals, the food is good. There are nice activities...
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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.
Welcome to Dayspring Villa! Dayspring Villa is an assisted living community of 70 private apartments. We offer many amenities that support our residents in being as independent as possible in their daily lives. Dayspring is a vibrant, friendly place that values diversity, dignity, respect and...
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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.
Heather Grove is an assisted living community located in the northwest section of downtown Denver, CO. Denver is known as the 'mile high' city as it is literally one mile above sea level. It is surrounded by the majestic Rocky Mountains and the High Plains. Denver is a bustling city with plenty...
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The staff is very helpful and friendly. The food is amazing and they have lots of activities going on and more coming soon. The community is neat and clean and I would recommend this community to others...
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.
In Assisted Living, you can choose from Studio, a 1 bedroom or a 2 bedroom. Our 1 and 2 bedroom apartments feature a kitchenette (with a refrigerator, freezer, microwave, sink and cabinets), private bathroom (2 bathrooms in 2 bedroom), living room, tiled sunroom, deck/balcony, individual...
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My parents live in Independent Living here. Beautiful community and amazing care! The restaurants are also great with a chef and friendly staff. Highly recommend!
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.
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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The Summit is a very nice and clean facility and the staff have been super friendly. The unit our loved one is in is newly remodeling and lovely. Compared to others it seems like the overall value is pretty...
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.
The Summit offers beautiful, newly renovated apartments for people ages 62 and older. The studio and one-bedroom apartments offer floor-to-ceiling windows with various comfortable lay-outs. Centrally located in the Denver-Metro area, our community is situated one-mile from the heart of Lakewood’s...
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My mom has been living in Nightingale Lane for two years and we are very happy with the facility and the care mom has received since her move. The staff is loving and patient and we think the food is good as...
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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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My mom lives at the Oberon House and a feel very good about the exceptional care she receives. The staff is very kind and caring, as is the owner of the Oberon who is on site almost daily. I believe that...
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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.
Oberon House is an assisted living community located in picturesque Arvada, Colorado. In a Frank Lloyd Wright style setting and on the south side of a dominant hill, Oberon House lies to the east of the Denver skyline, to the south of Pike's Peak, and to the south of the foothills of Golden,...
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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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.
Covenant Retirement Communities have been leading the charge to meet the needs of older adults for over a century. Since 1886, we’ve focused on helping residents live more fulfilling lives. We continue to build on this great legacy as we expand to serve more communities.Today, at Covenant Village...
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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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As a long time resident of Senior Villa Apartments I must respond to some of the comments.. My personal experience here is that I have been treated with respect. My work orders have all been completed in a...
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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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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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Arvada, CO
The average cost of senior living in Arvada is $4,153 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bow Mar, CO with an average of $4,009 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Arvada
Recent reviews for independent living in Arvada
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at various communities, such as Brookdale Meridian Westland and Brookdale Meridian Arvada, where residents and staff greet each other on a first-name basis. Residents frequently comment on the friendly and helpful nature of the staff, cr ...
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Variety of engaging activities and events. Reviews highlight the wide range of activities and events offered to residents at communities like Sunrise at FlatIrons, Brookdale Meridian Arvada, and Arbor View Senior Living. Activities include crafts, games, movies, and outings to museums, parks, and other local attractions, keeping re ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas, such as the dining rooms, recreational spaces, and private apartments, at communities like Courtyard At Lakewood, Brookdale Meridian Westland, and Arbor View Senior Living.
Dedicated and caring staff. Throughout the reviews, residents and their families express appreciation for the compassionate and dedicated care provided by staff at communities like Kipling Meadows, Brookdale Meridian Westland, and Brookdale Meridian Arvada. Staff go above and beyond to make residents feel at home and ...
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Reasonable and flexible pricing. Reviews mention that the cost for living at various communities, such as Village at Belmar, Courtyard At Lakewood, and Highland Trail, is reasonable compared to other senior living options. Flexible pricing structures allow residents to choose the care and living arrangements that best fit ...
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Access to amenities and services. Communities like Kipling Meadows, Sunrise at FlatIrons, and Brookdale Meridian Westland offer a range of amenities and services, including transportation, housekeeping, and maintenance, making daily life more convenient and comfortable for residents.
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Arvada independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Arvada independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Arvada, 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 Arvada 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 Arvada partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Availability of select dining options in Arvada 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 Arvada communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
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Availability of select programs and activities in Arvada 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 Arvada offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Devotional activities on-site
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Outings / off-site activities
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Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
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Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale North Boulder, Brookdale Meridian Arvada and Brookdale Greenwood Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Arvada, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 84 independent living facilities near Arvada, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Arvada, Colorado are Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Brookdale Greenwood Village and Brookdale Tamarac Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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