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The cost of independent living in Black Forest is about $3,804 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 200 options.

Read 4388 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Colorado Springs, Castle Rock and Monument.

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Photo of Inn at Garden Plaza
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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Good value for the money. Great staff. The facilty and activities are good. There has been several changes in ownership and each time it seems they need to squeeze harder to make the purchase profitable. So...
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.
The Inn at Garden Plaza is dedicated to helping seniors live active, vibrant lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Setting the standard for independent living, The Inn at Garden Plaza offers a homelike environment with the charm of resort-style living. Friendly associates take care of tedious...
Photo of Brookdale Littleton
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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9.2
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Staff is caring, helpful. Facility is clean, they have a great variety of activities and church services, love the court yard. Have games, puzzles, crafts and a variety of greeting cards available. They do...
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.
Welcome HomeWith individualized care plans and a kind and compassionate care team available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, it’s no wonder our assisted living residents love it here. They’ve traded in the mundane tasks like cooking, cleaning and maintaining a house for a retirement that lets...
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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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77 reviews
9.2
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The staff is incredibly friendly and kind. I feel like my mom is in the care of good friends not hired staff. Yes, we would recommend Sunrise of Cherry Creek to other families based on the experience.
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.
Sunrise at Cherry Creek sits in the heart of the Cherry Creek neighborhood.  We pride ourselves in our Reminiscence neighborhood for the memory impaired and our assisted living programs. Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to...
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9.2
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9.2
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They were short handed the month my mom was there. Everyone was really pleasant and did the best they could but there were very few activities and the wait was long at meal times. The atmosphere was very...
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.
Assisted living in Colorado Springs that celebrates independence, comfort, and personalized care is here. Welcome to independent living, assisted living, and memory care at StoneCreek of Flying Horse. Choose from our variety of villas and senior apartments featuring modern designs, housekeeping,...
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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9.2
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I left a message for my initial inquiry and was called back right away - a positive. The phone call started first by inquiring about my mom’s interests and needs . It was a very informative conversation...
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.
MorningStar at JordanCalled to ServeMorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Jordan in Centennial, Colorado, celebrates and elevates life for those who taught the rest of us how to live: our seniors, men and women through whom America was preserved and strengthened. MorningStar at Jordan...
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44 Floor plans available
9.1
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The staff clearly cares about the residents and even each other. The building is so safe, as well as beautifully decorated. The food is varied and as close to homemade as it could be. We chose the smallest...
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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9.0
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we are extremely happy with the IVY it is a really really nice place and the people working there are terrific thank you for sending us there we really appreciate it and again we love the place and so does...
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 in the highly desirable Cordera/Wolf Ranch area of North Colorado Springs, The Ivy Colorado Springs is a luxury independent living, assisted living, and memory care community offering a refined approach to senior living. Surrounded by beautiful scenery and conveniently close to local...
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The quality of food needs improvement, the portion size is very small if my mother requests the meal delivered to her apartment. I highly recommend Melody living and have shared the information with others.
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.
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Photo of HighPointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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overall very nice. The people are amazing. I think my dad struggled because it was evident he needed more care almost immediately but we had hospice come in and supplement. I have no complaints and I would...
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.
Welcome to HighPointe Assisted Living & Memory Care, a warm, welcoming retirement community with 94 senior apartments located in southeast Denver, CO. Here you or your loved one will receive help with daily living and any needed support for dementia—along with chef-prepared meals, concierge...
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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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Mostly easy to deal with , friendly, a few items not fully explained but no major issues. Staff is professional and friendly. Food is better than where she was, which had been a sore spot. We did have some...
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.
Sunrise at Orchard has beautiful gardens and walking paths. Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice...
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Photo of Summit Glen
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9.0
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63 reviews
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Very helpful staff; However, I am aware of at least 3 "vendors" who seem to be predatory or at least careless. One lady offers laundry services but lost many new clothes and also had a turn-around of more...
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.
We believe that Summit Glen is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Summit Glen, our management teams live on-site, and are available 24...
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Photo of The Ivy Castle Rock
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99 Floor plans available
9.0
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They have beautiful amenities, and the room is quite large. Super clean. All the employees were very welcoming. My father in law is very happy. I would recommend the community to others who are searching for...
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.
The Ivy Castle Rock is a luxury independent living, assisted living, and memory care community. Offering a quietly elevated approach to senior living, The Ivy Castle Rock is thoughtfully designed for every season of retirement.Located in The Meadows, an established and desirable residential area,...
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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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My wife and i had the opportunity to visit my uncle (a recently admitted new resident), and were impressed by the physical condition of the place, and professionalism of the staff members we interacted with....
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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Photo of MorningStar at Observatory Park
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They've been very good, although there have been many changes during the one year my mom has been at MorningStar. She was just transferred to the memory care floor last week so it's a whole new Odyssey...
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.
MorningStar at Observatory Park is located in Denver's historic DU neighborhood. Our five-story community is blocks away from the University of Denver's 125-acre campus with its Newman Center for the Performing Arts. MorningStar's central location allows easy access to I-25 and Colorado and...
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Photo of Brookdale Skyline
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The staff is very good and made me feel welcome. They showed me several apartments to pick from and chose a one bedroom with den, 803 sq. ft. Lost some space from previous location, but moved because the...
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.
With fewer chores, you can have more adventures. So what are you waiting for?Set against the dramatic backdrop of Pikes Peak and the Rocky Mountains in Colorado Springs, our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, has four levels of care on one campus, including independent living,...
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33 Floor plans available
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Front desk help, and all other staff have been helpful. They were flexible with move-in dates and switching rooms at the last minute even though an agreement had already been signed for the first room. We...
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.
Lakeview Senior Living is conveniently located in Lakewood, Colorado, just north of Hampden Avenue (Hwy 285) and east of Wadsworth. Lakeview Senior Living offers convenient access to nearby shopping, medical centers, restaurants, and parks. At Lakeview we've created an exceptional lifestyle. Our...
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Photo of Brookdale Greenwood Village
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88 Floor plans available
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My mom's experience at Brookdale has been good overall. Her room is spacious and clean. She has eaten well with all food included in her residency plan. I receive all monthly invoices in the mail, which is...
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.
Quality Care, No Matter Where Life LeadsNestled within a quiet residential community in Greenwood Village, Colorado, you’ll find a warm and welcoming community of assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation residents striving to embrace their golden years with everything...
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88 Floor plans available
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They are good for my loved one. They are always patient. The workers are friendly and it smells good. I would recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
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.
Pine Grove Crossing is a welcoming senior living community located in Parker, Colorado, offering a supportive environment where comfort, connection, and personalized care come together. Our community provides thoughtfully designed living spaces, engaging activities, and services tailored to meet...
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Photo of Palisades At Broadmoor Park
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It's been a positive experience overall! The care staff is very conscientious and takes good care of me. I think my apartment looks good and the food is generally pretty good. Overall, I think we've got a...
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.
The Palisades at Broadmoor Park represents a new approach to Senior Living. Built in 2008, The Palisades is an award winning example of innovation within the senior living industry. Our residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a world class retirement community that is both elegant and...
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Photo of The Carillon at Belleview Station
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55 Floor plans available
8.7
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Friendly staff, beautiful facility, decent food, nice bistro area with entertainment. Only negative feedback would be lack of follow up from clinical director regarding hygiene concerns..
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.
The Carillon at Belleview Station has everything you would expect from a senior care community and more. Yes, we have assisted living, but it's a bit more personalized and flexible. And yes, we have memory care, but it's a bit more comprehensive and thoughtful. But to really see who we are, it's...
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We are still very happy with The Reserve At Lone Tree. Like other facilities, there seems to be a relatively high level of turnover amongst the staff. But I've come to learn that this is a symptom of the...
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 The Reserve at Lone Tree, the epitome of luxury senior living set to debut in the picturesque town of Lone Tree, Colorado in the Spring of 2025 offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care lifestyle options. Designed with the utmost attention to detail and tailored to...
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Activities, vibrant common areas, friendly staff, clean, residents enjoy the food - right sized servings, in-house medical. I would recommend to others.
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.
Photo of MorningStar at Mountain Shadows
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Overall 5+! Staff is friendly, professional, caring, very responsive and proficient. Food is very good and designed for elderly residents. Very clean. Morningstar T Mountain Shadows is deigned inside and out...
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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Photo of Balfour at Central Park
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66 Floor plans available
8.6
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I spent 6 months at Balfour recovering from a hip fracture and hip replacement. I did not need much care but what I got suited my needs perfectly. I made many good friends whom I still visit from time to...
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 Balfour at Stapleton community incorporates all we have learned from our nearly 20 years of developing and operating senior housing in Colorado. Offering assisted living and memory care accommodations, found in all Balfour’s retirement communities in Denver, CO, paired with our signature...
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I cannot say enough about how wonderful Turner House was. My mom lived there for almost 4 years. Not only did they make her feel like family from the very beginning but they also made me feel like family....
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.
New Day Cottages offers Assisted Living in a Warm, Welcoming Environment, Designed to Provide our Elders with the Comforts of Home. We provide intellectual, physical, emotional and spiritual support in a family atmosphere while assuring the comfort and safety of our elders. Our Services:...
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Cost of independent living in Black Forest, CO

The average cost of senior living in Black Forest is $3,804 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Monument, CO with an average of $3,804 per month.

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

Black Forest, CO
$3,804/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Black Forest, CO, vs. other senior living options

$7,159/mo
Independent Living
$3,804/mo

Independent living costs in Black Forest, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,039/mo
Studio
$2,996/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,017/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,467/mo

Senior living costs in Black Forest 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: Black Forest, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlack Forest, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$3,804/mo$3,831/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,824/mo$6,474/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,159/mo$7,448/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Black Forest, CO:$3,804/mo
Colorado:$3,831/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Black Forest, CO:$5,824/mo
Colorado:$6,474/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Black Forest, CO:$7,159/mo
Colorado:$7,448/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Black Forest, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Black Forest 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.

Black Forest, COCO stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Black Forest, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Black Forest 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 average 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
Black Forest, CO$3,632/mo$3,628/mo+0.1%
Colorado$3,470/mo$3,502/mo-0.9%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Black Forest, CO
2024 average cost:$3,632/mo
2023 average cost:$3,628/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,470/mo
2023 average cost:$3,502/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Black Forest

Recent reviews for independent living in Black Forest

Rocky Mountain Assisted Living at Chestnut Hill in Highlands Ranch, CO

5.0
We moved our father in here back in 2008 and he was here for 6 years. They took great care of him and the staff including management were very accommodating. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a caring clean home.

The Bridge at Colorado Springs

4.9
bingo, movie nights, seem to like it. Right now they have a special where the price is locked no matter what is needed and we got that promotion. I have refereed two of my clients that needed some help with their parents. Feels homey!

MacKenzie Place Colorado Springs

5.0
I would give a Mackenzie Place a five on all the above categories. We have been so pleased and would recommend Mackenzie Place to everybody and anyone. I looked at many places and this was the best place and we still feel that way after nine months

Black Forest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Black Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Black Forest, 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 Black Forest 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 Black Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Black Forest, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
32%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Black Forest 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 Black Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Black Forest, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Black Forest 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 Black Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Black Forest, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
46%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.5%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
33.5%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.5%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

V-Esprit, Ciel of Lowry and Sky Pointe Retirement Resort are the top-rated independent living facilities near Black Forest, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 200 independent living facilities near Black Forest, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Black Forest, Colorado are Sky Pointe Retirement Resort, Revel Province and Brookdale Monument Valley Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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