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The cost of independent living in Jefferson County is about $3,551 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 291 options.

Read 5448 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 Littleton, Denver and Golden.

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Photo of HighPointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
1111 Photos available
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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Photo of The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail Senior Living
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9.0
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44 reviews
9.0
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Our experience has been completely different since moving my dad here. Within minutes of arriving, the entire care team came to meet us and introduce themselves. That never happened at [facility name...
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 The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail Senior Living, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi...
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Photo of Sunrise of Orchard
2525 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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88 reviews
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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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1818 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.0
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42 reviews
9.0
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42 reviews
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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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Photo of MorningStar at Observatory Park
1717 Photos available
8.9
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7 reviews
8.9
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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 Greenwood Village
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.8
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59 reviews
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59 reviews
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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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8.8
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The staff is remarkable! His apartment is reasonably clean. It is difficult to clean, though, around the resident's clutter. The weekly cleaning does occasionally get skipped. The common areas are very clean...
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.
Northglenn Heights Assisted Living & Memory Care is a welcoming residential community in Northglenn, Colorado, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of seniors seeking both assisted living and memory care. Our compassionate, highly trained team is deeply committed to supporting residents and...
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5757 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.8
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34 reviews
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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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1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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17 reviews
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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...
Photo of MorningStar of Boulder
1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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36 reviews
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Very clean facility, excellent staff, excellent food, apt size very adequate, very clean rooms, great activities for memory care residents.
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 Assisted Living and Memory Care of Boulder represents the finest assisted living Boulder or Longmont CO has to offer. Having opened our doors and hearts in September 2015, we are dedicated to giving our residents a carefree lifestyle of comfort, wellness and community. Beautifully...
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Photo of The Reserve at Lone Tree
1515 Photos available
8.7
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10 reviews
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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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Photo of Atria Longmont
1212 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.6
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56 reviews
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56 reviews
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My Mom is on the Independent Living side and doesn’t require much care. Everyone, staff and other residents, are very friendly. The community has a lot of activities scheduled throughout the month. There are...
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.
Nestled beneath the majestic Rocky Mountains and Longs Peak, Atria Longmont offers a luxurious, fulfilling lifestyle for discerning older adults. We are located near Golden Ponds Park, with easy access to the area's finest hospitals, entertainment and shopping. We also offer more than 200 social...
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Photo of Brookdale Longmont
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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38 reviews
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38 reviews
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Brookdale is beautiful, the staff is very friendly and attentive, the food is ok, the price is expensive but better than [facility name removed].
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.
More Time for the Things You LoveNestled in a quiet little residential neighborhood, our charming assisted living community is just a few minutes from the beautiful McIntosh Park and a hop, skip and a jump from bustling downtown Boulder. If you’re craving a day out on the town, it won’t take you...
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Photo of Balfour at Central Park
2121 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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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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Photo of Jackson Creek Senior Living
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15 reviews
8.6
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15 reviews
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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 St. Andrew's Village
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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15 reviews
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15 reviews
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Even though the facility is about 18 years old, it still appears in almost new condition. Maintenance and housekeeping are excellent inside and outside the buildings. They have an ambassador program where...
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.
St. Andrew’s Village is a pet-friendly independent living and assisted living community for seniors age 62 and over in the Denver metropolitan area. We offer private one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments along with the security of knowing that our staff is available 24 hours a...
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Photo of The Ivy Mountain View
2424 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.5
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89 reviews
8.5
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89 reviews
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They were great. What we like the most about the community is the cleanliness, helpfulness and the staff. Overall it is a nice community and we would recommend them 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.
If you think senior living at The Ivy Mountain View is like a nursing home … think again! With independent living, assisted living, and memory care options, our team provides unbeatable retirement services in an active environment for seniors 55 and older in Colorado, conveniently located near...
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Photo of Sunrise of Boulder
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.4
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34 reviews
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34 reviews
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I think the staff were great, it always appeared clean and the food was good. I think my mother-in-law's biggest challenge was feeling that many of the residents had lower cognitive function, and perhaps...
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 of Boulder is nestled in a quiet neighborhood with gorgeous mountain views next to a city park and bike path. All our rooms are conveniently located on the first floor, and our decor is arts-and-crafts with a ski lodge/cottage appeal.Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you...
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Photo of The Ivy Thornton
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1414 Floor plans available
8.3
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47 reviews
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47 reviews
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We were able to move my Dad into a memory care apartment a few days after touring the facility. The memory care staff is friendly and supportive. They engage with the residents. Minor issue has been...
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 just 30 minutes from Denver, The Ivy Thornton offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a peaceful setting with convenient access to big-city attractions. Designed with modern touches and inspired by Colorado’s natural rocky terrain, the community features beautiful...
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Photo of Sunrise of Pinehurst
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33 Floor plans available
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They have been taking real good care of dad and mom. Dad has been enjoying the meals very much. The staff and hospice have been taking real good care of mom. Experienced and friendly staff who has cared for...
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.
Located just minutes from a lovely country club and golf course, Sunrise at Pinehurst is five minutes from a shopping center in a nice, residential setting.  We pride ourselves in our excellent ability to care for a wide array of care needs in an environment that is warm and homey. Step into...
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Photo of Brookdale Boulder Creek
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22 Floor plans available
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This was for a 6 week stay in respite care for someone recovering from a fall. The room was pleasant, if on the small side, with a view of the court yard. Staff was pleasant, the room was clean and the food...
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.
Living Life To The FullestTucked in the charming and scenic town of Boulder, Colorado, you’ll find a wonderful assisted living community full of men and women who inspire you to wake up each morning and live life to the fullest. Free from the burdens of home maintenance and chores, you can fill...
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8.0
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59 reviews
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59 reviews
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This is a great start to find a place for a family member who needs cares for a positive quality of life. My sister loves Sprinbrock. They helped her adjust to the transfer from her condo to assisted living...
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.
Live on your terms at Denver's oasis in the city! Springbrooke Senior Living has more than a decade of experience helping those 62 or better thrive in a supportive, safe, stimulating and oh-so-comfortable environment.Conveniently located in Central Denver, Springbrooke brings you high quality...
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Photo of StoneCreek of Littleton Assisted Living and Memory Care
1010 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.0
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18 reviews
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18 reviews
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The facility is beautiful. Bright and airy. Staff is caring and very competent, especially [name removed], who I believe is the director and also Robb Sames. The apartments were nicely sized. Plenty of...
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.
Looking for luxurious assisted living in Littleton, Englewood, or Highlands Ranch, CO? StoneCreek of Littleton offers an upscale lifestyle for older adults from Arapahoe County seeking top-tier nursing homes south of Denver. Enjoy the pleasures of dynamic senior living in our thoughtfully...
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Photo of Vi at Highlands Ranch, a CCRC
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1010 Floor plans available
8.0
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11 reviews
8.0
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11 reviews
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I have only been here 3 months but this place is wonderful. The staff is so friendly and responsive. The residents are friendly and easy to meet. Activities for everyone. I was hesitant about moving but so...
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.
Welcome to Vi at Highlands Ranch, the only Type A retirement community in Colorado. Our Life Plan Community, also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), provides residents with assisted and independent living as well as a continuum of care on-site. Located on 25 acres of...
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8.0
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18 reviews
8.0
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18 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that it is very clean, my mom gets great care with nice people, university health physicians are right in the building as a clinic, it's just an overall good...
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Jefferson County, CO

The average cost of senior living in Jefferson County is $3,551 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denver County, CO with an average of $3,808 per month.

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

Jefferson County, CO
$3,551/mo

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

Jefferson County, CO
$3,551/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,682/mo
Independent Living
$3,551/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,787/mo
Studio
$2,820/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,311/mo

Senior living costs in Jefferson County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Jefferson County, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJefferson County, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$3,551/mo$3,831/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,475/mo$6,474/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,682/mo$7,448/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Jefferson County, CO:$3,551/mo
Colorado:$3,831/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Jefferson County, CO:$6,475/mo
Colorado:$6,474/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Jefferson County, CO:$7,682/mo
Colorado:$7,448/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Jefferson County, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Jefferson County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Jefferson County, COCO stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Jefferson County, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Jefferson County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 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
Jefferson County, CO$3,284/mo$3,551/mo-7.5%
Colorado$3,470/mo$3,502/mo-0.9%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Jefferson County, CO
2024 average cost:$3,284/mo
2023 average cost:$3,551/mo
Percent change:-7.5%
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 Jefferson County

Recent reviews for independent living in Jefferson County

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.

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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Pinewood Lodge in Aurora, CO

5.0
Everyone at the Pinewood Lodge community is so nice, and it seems like a happy place. It is a very clean and seems that residents as well as visitors are very respectful and care for the facility

Jefferson County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jefferson County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jefferson County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jefferson County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Jefferson County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jefferson County, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
26.8%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Jefferson County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Jefferson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jefferson County, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.2%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jefferson County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Jefferson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jefferson County, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.4%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.9%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
32%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.4%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.9%
47.6%
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