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Photo of The Gallery at Broomfield
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We are disappointed by additional costs after we were clearly told there would be NO additional costs. Disappointed by the demeanor of the RN on staff, she is NOT nice! Overall, The Gallery at Broomfield is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of The Carillon at Belleview Station
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55 Floor plans available
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There are room for improvements, but we have had no issues with the cleanliness of the staff. The staff are very friendly and personable. The activities seem to be very good
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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I just think they've been maybe a little short staffed. Sometimes it takes a while to have food prepared, laundry, or cleaning done, reminders for showers and dressing. The staff is super friendly and very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Just east of Highway 36 and minutes from Boulder to the north and Metro Denver to the south, Sunrise of Westminster overlooks the majestic Rocky Mountains to the west, affording spectacular views of the sunset. Our one-story cottage-style community enables all our residents, especially those...
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The staff was very nice and the cost was very reasonable. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families, this was a good place for my mom
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.
Set amidst Colorado's majestic mountains and ten miles north of Denver, Northglenn Heights Assisted Living and Memory Care Community offers a lifestyle that meets your unique needs. With proximity to an extensive Greenway trails and parks system, Webster Lake and the acclaimed Butterfly Pavilion,...
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Photo of Bonaventure of Colorado Springs
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We were attracted to them because of the appearance and friendliness. I would recommend to others. I feel it was a bit on the expensive side for being assisted living and what they had to do for my mother...
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community? Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we call Retirement Perfected™Bonaventure provides the highest level of service and value you'll find anywhere. Our...
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We had an excellent experience. The staff was incredibly kind and patient with us, our situation and our father.We picked the place because it was not overly big, location was good (there were closer...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Gardens at Columbine is a unique, locally owned and managed assisted living community located in the southwest metropolitan area of Denver in Littleton, Colorado. The Gardens offers residents and families not only a beautiful community it offers exceptional experience in senior care directed...
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The food is great my mom really loves it, she is engaged because of all the activities, and there are numerous services that promote health rather than decline. The staff is friendly, and she has a sense...
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.
Kavod Senior Life (Kavod) is a place to call home. We have 26 spacious Assisted Living apartments, where our residents and care partners become like a second family. Kavod has been in operation since 1971. Our residents come from all faiths, traditions and backgrounds. We are an inclusive and...
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We loved the Retreat They were very helpful and worked with us on any issues that came up My sister was very happy there We were sad when she not longer could live there due to declining health as she is now...
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.
Photo of New Day Cottages at Pine Creek
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The staff at New Day at that time were phenomenal. They truly cared for my mom. When she was in hospice there, they held her, and cried with us and truly felt her loss themselves. Some of them still text to...
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.
New Day Cottages at Pine Creek is a newly constructed residential care home situated in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in El Paso County. This one level ranch style cottage has a gorgeous view of Pikes Peak. Our group home residents enjoy regular outings to restaurants, picnics, and cultural fairs...
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If the resident needs assistance with mobility, this is not the best option but for those who need very little help with mobility or daily life activities, it is a great and welcoming environment. We picked...
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.
In the spirit of love, Bethesda Adult Communities provides an environment where vintage lives blossom.  We strive to cultivate a vibrant, active and healthy community.  Bethesda Adult Communities are apart of a non-profit Christian based organization that have been caring for seniors...
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Photo of MorningStar of Wheat Ridge
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66 Floor plans available
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I've lived here more than a year. With one exception I have been pleased with the personal here. Most bring smile and good humor to their work.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Assisted Living Wheat Ridge – Join Our CommunityDedicated to making your retirement years carefree, MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care of Wheat Ridge provides seniors with the finest assisted living Wheat Ridge has to offer. Offering a lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community, our...
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Photo of The Gardens on Quail
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It was the next best thing than being at their own home. It wasn't perfect like being at home but the entire staff no matter what their position was truly cared for the residents and were extremely caring...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Gardens on Quail is under new management as of April 1, 2021! The Gardens on Quail Retirement Community specializes in Assisted Living and Memory Care. The Gardens on Quail is an upscale, custom designed community where our residents can live their lives to their highest potential while being...
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Overall, it's a great place! The place always seems bright and clean. The staff is typically very friendly and helpful, just turnover of caregivers seems high (but I believe that would be for any...
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.
At Legend of Colorado Springs, an assisted senior living and memory care community, residents enjoy endless blue skies, beautiful, natural scenery of Pikes Peak from a sprawling second-floor balcony, along with the perfect blend of amenities and services that make residents feel right at...
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Photo of Lincoln Meadows Senior Living
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This is by far, the best community in the area. The staff here are so caring and they smile and greet you as you pass them in the hallways. Somebody from management is always available to address any...
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.
Lincoln Meadows is the premier Senior Living community, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Parker, Colorado. This elegant southeast Denver residential community puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach. We know how difficult change can be, especially for seniors. Together...
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Photo of Balfour at Central Park
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When it comes to the activities - we are awaiting new Memory Support Director, hoping to see more activities and more varied activities. For the value for cost, expensive, care varies depending on staffing...
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 moved my mom in November and the experience has been great. The staff has been flexible when adapting my mom's care plan as she settles in. The caregivers seem to care, which is a great improvement over...
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.
Bonaventure of Castle Rock is a retirement, assisted living and memory care community offering seniors the lifestyle and care they deserve. Bonaventure of Castle Rock is conveniently located in the upscale Meadows neighborhood, nestled near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and just a short...
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Photo of Bethesda Gardens Thornton
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I'm happy to have my Mom there. They know her well and take great care of her. Staff is responsive and caring. The facility is lovely and her apartment is perfect for her. They have a lot of activities and...
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.
Start a Vibrant Retirement: Assisted Living and Memory Care at Park Regency Thornton If you're looking for a tranquil but active assisted living or memory care community in the north Denver area, look no further. At Park Regency Thornton, a Bethesda Senior Living Community, experience inspired...
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Morningstar switched to a non-points dining program. They offer "3 meals a day" except on Sundays. Unfortunately there is only one dining facility. They are promoting special events like High Tea, A night...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Mountain Vista Retirement Community
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They are all very friendly, made my mother in law feel at home right away and made sure she didn't feel lonely. I do think that they should maybe offer more activities and the food is very bland and not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
As Wheat Ridge, Colorado's longest-established senior living community, Mountain Vista offers a full CCRC providing all ranges of senior residency including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care and rehabilitation all conveniently located on the same campus. Renovations...
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Initially, I liked how attentive & communicative the upper management was in welcoming us/my mother to their community. Since then, they've continued to keep us informed of my mother's well-being and her...
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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My mom was in the Memory Care for only 1 month as she was needing the next level of care. The care givers were always very friendly, caring. and attentive. They seemed to genuinely like and care about my...
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.
Liberty Heights at Northgate is an assisted living community in the city of Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado for those seniors who are seeking memory care services. When a senior is seeking a great place to live in the city of Colorado Springs, they will find that in this community. The...
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I really wish they accepted insurance and Medicare. Great community for seniors, they have activities and great staff.I would definitely recommend to others. It's a bit pricey for rent every month, but 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.
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Photo of Balfour Retirement Community
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Caring staff, excellent activities. Beautiful facility. The room sizes in memory care are quite large, very nice. I cannot say enough good things about the facility and staff. We are very pleased and 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.
The Balfour Way – Our ApproachAt Balfour, life is all about having extraordinary choices.Our communities are well-regarded for their comfortable elegance and for the individualized quality of life. But it’s our dedication to service, innovation, and respect that truly define The Balfour Way.At...
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The community does really feel like a community, and I feel like I know the staff and they take good care of my loved one. communication is good between the staff and our family they keep us well informed. ...
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.
Nestled in a serene mountain setting, Elk Run Assisted Living Community provides quality care to seniors. An easy commute from Denver or points west on the I-70 corridor, Elk Run is just minutes from the freeway. The facility adjoins mountain open space, offering views of meadows and wildlife....
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Balfour Littleton went above and beyond in caring for my friend during his battle with ALS. Their unwavering kindness and genuine care made a difficult journey a little easier to bear. They not only provided...
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 Glenelk, CO

The average cost of senior living in Glenelk is $4,391 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Bear Creek, CO with an average of $3,919 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Glenelk, CO vs. nearby cities

Glenelk, CO
$4,391/mo
$4,325/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Glenelk, CO vs. the state and national average

Glenelk, CO
$4,391/mo
U.S. national average
$4,072/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Glenelk vs. other types of senior living

$5,386/mo
Independent Living
$4,391/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Glenelk, CO by room type

Semi-Private
$5,637/mo
Studio
$5,616/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,876/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,547/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,945/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Glenelk over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Glenelk

Recent reviews for independent living in Glenelk

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.

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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Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at various senior living communities, such as Springbrooke Senior Living, where everyone is very nice and they try their best. Residents and families appreciate the sense of community and the positive interactions with both staff and o ...
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Diverse activities to encourage socializing. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at different communities, like Brookdale Meridian Westland, where weekly events, movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and other social opportunities enable them to stay engaged and active. The variety of offerings ensures that th ...
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Delicious and customizable meals. Meals are a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their senior living experience, as highlighted in reviews for Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living, where the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making meals a highlight of each day. Some c ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness is a priority at many senior living communities, as indicated in reviews for Solista Colorado Springs by Cogir, where the facility is beautiful and the grounds are lovingly taken care of. Residents and families appreciate the attention to detail and the peace of mind that comes wit ...
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Compassionate and supportive staff. Staff members go above and beyond to provide excellent care and support for residents, as noted in reviews for Lakewood Estates, where the team is something families like the most about their community. The caring and attentive nature of the staff helps create a positive living experience for ...
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Variety of apartment sizes and amenities. Senior living communities offer a range of apartment sizes and amenities to accommodate different needs and budgets, as seen in reviews for Brookdale Meridian Englewood, where families appreciate the options available. The flexibility in choices allows seniors to find a living situation that s ...
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Glenelk independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glenelk independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glenelk, 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 Glenelk 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 Glenelk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glenelk, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
30.2%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.1%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.4%
8.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Glenelk 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 Glenelk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glenelk, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
36.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.3%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
37.8%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glenelk 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 Glenelk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glenelk, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.8%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.8%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.1%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
31.9%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.1%
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Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Brookdale Greenwood Village and Woodlake Legacy Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glenelk, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 319 independent living facilities near Glenelk, Colorado. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Glenelk, Colorado are Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Brookdale Tamarac Square and Brookdale Lowry. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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