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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Elsmere, CO
The cost of independent living in Elsmere is about $4,026 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 48 options. Read 1100 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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58 reviews
I know my mom is more comfortable in a smaller group of people. She has many new friends and seems pretty happy here. The staff are attentive and helpful with plenty of extra activities. Good food and nice...
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.
Time to Enjoy the Good LifeImagine waking up in a place that gives you the freedom to redefine what it means to be independent. When you move into our assisted living and memory care community, you have every opportunity to do just that. Because we handle all the household chores like cooking,...
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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...
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.
When you visit our senior living community in the heart of Colorado Springs, you’ll notice something unexpected the minute you walk through the doors. You can see, hear, and feel the energy and vibrancy of our community. The lobby is bustling, people are laughing, and friends are chatting. Some...
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The community is very clean and they are painting the walls and replacing the hall carpets. All the residents are very friendly and welcoming. they involve new residence in activities and get to know them....
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.
Windsong has been serving our community for independent living since 1995. We are small, family oriented facility. Since we only have 28 units you will never feel like a number. We celebrate birthdays, holidays and milestones together. Apartments come with full upgraded kitchens and appliances...
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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.
Colorado Springs Senior Homes is located in the picturesque town of Colorado Springs, CO. Colorado Springs is situated at the base of Pike's Peak at the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains. It's a beautiful modern city, with outdoor fun like parks and bike trails, as well as many local...
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The staff and administration truly care for the residents and want them to live a full and meaningful life. I appreciate the care and attention you provide for my loved one.
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.
Appletree Assisted Living is a small-sized assisted living community with a big heart, located conveniently near Colorado Springs, CO. With stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and a pleasant climate, Colorado Springs consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the US. With over 300...
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Being out of town I have never visited the community, however when we speak to our family they say the staff are super friendly and was very helpful moving our loved one in. They also so there are plenty of...
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.
At Affinity at Colorado Springs we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,460, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot...
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.
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.
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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My Aunt lived at the Medalion until she passed away in March. We had In Home Hospice for her and I could not believe how compassionate the staff was at the Medalion, as we were going through those last hours...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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It is 2018 and I have lived here 2 years. I am on section 8. This is one of the best independent living facilities this city has to offer in quality, especially for low-income people. The only major drawback...
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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.
Call or come by to take a tour! Brand New Beautiful 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for independent residents 62 and better. We have an amazing community with lots to offer. We have a full activity calendar with 2-3 events every day! Enjoy a game of poker in our game room next to the cozy fireplace or...
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.
Tamarac Apartments is a 55+ Community built in 2003. This Beautiful building is located in Colorado Springs near shopping centers. The staff provide daily planned activities. Come enjoy wonderful neighbors. This community is pet friendly too.
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.
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.
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I appreciate the care my brother is receiving from a well-trained and well-supervised staff. His doctor told me he has never seen my brother in such good physical condition. Director [removed] Larson is well...
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.
Residence at Skyway Park Residence at Skyway Park is a well-appointed assisted living community in the scenic city of Colorado Springs, CO. Our modern, landscaped community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood near Bear Creek Regional Park, providing stunning views of the surrounding...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home 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.
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Two months ago I moved mom into The Healthcare Resort's long-term care section (at the urging of my husband) and have only good things to say about them. It's a 2-year old building, very handicapped...
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.
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 Elsmere, CO
The average cost of senior living in Elsmere is $4,026 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Victor, CO with an average of $3,522 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elsmere, CO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elsmere, CO vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Elsmere
Recent reviews for independent living in Elsmere
Jackson Creek Senior Living in Monument, CO
5.0
In all areas.. I feel very positive. My dad really likes living there! I would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and approachability of the staff across various communities, including Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living, Revel Province, and Inn at Garden Plaza. Several residents have formed strong bonds with staff members and express gratitude for th ...
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Variety of activities and outings. Reviews highlight the variety of activities and excursions offered at communities like Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living, Summit Glen, and Solista Colorado Springs by Cogir, including movie nights, outings to museums and parks, and regular shopping trips. Residents appre ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, such as Inn at Garden Plaza, Palisades At Broadmoor Park, and Revel Province. Residents enjoy the tidy common areas and their own apartments, which they find to be comfortable and well-maintained.
Individualized attention for residents. Reviews at Palisades At Broadmoor Park and Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living discuss the one-on-one care and attention provided to residents, helping them feel valued and cared for. Residents appreciate the extra effort made by staff to accommodate individual needs and pre ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. At Inn at Garden Plaza, Summit Glen, and Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living, reviews frequently mention the quality and variety of meal options. Residents look forward to mealtimes and appreciate the accommodations made for dietary restrictions and preferences.
Community atmosphere and social connections. Residents at communities like Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living, Revel Province, and Inn at Garden Plaza praise the sense of community and the opportunity to make new friendships. Activities and events bring residents together, fostering a strong sense of belonging and c ...
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Elsmere independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elsmere independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elsmere, 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 Elsmere 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 Elsmere 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
19.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elsmere 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 Elsmere communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elsmere, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.8%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
46.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elsmere 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 Elsmere offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
38.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.3%
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The Belcaro, Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living and Brookdale Monument Valley Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elsmere, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 48 independent living facilities near Elsmere, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Elsmere, Colorado are Brookdale Monument Valley Park, Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living and Brookdale Vista Grande. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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