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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lafayette, CO
The cost of independent living in Lafayette is about $4,112 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 35 options. Read 679 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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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Imagine a community that actually helps seniors rejuvenate their minds, bodies, and lives. Could you see yourself living there? Are you ready to start another wonderful chapter of your life? Come to the Avenues Crofton Park and see what the best version of your story looks like. You have the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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: 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.
The Mezzanine at Golden West is Golden West’s assisted living community on the north side of the Golden West campus. The Mezzanine is a four-story building with 56 assisted living apartments, each with wall-to-wall windows that highlight the expansive views of Boulder. Life at The Mezzanine at...
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.
Located in spectacular Boulder, Colorado, Golden West provides quality independent and assisted living for seniors 62 and older. It’s what we’ve done since 1965, and one of the reasons many consider Golden West a Boulder treasure. Our environment, programs and caring staff help you to stay...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Covenant Retirement Communities have been leading the charge to meet the needs of older adults for over a century. Since 1886, we’ve focused on helping residents live more fulfilling lives. We continue to build on this great legacy as we expand to serve more communities.Today, at Covenant Village...
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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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Cost of independent living in Lafayette, CO
The average cost of senior living in Lafayette is $4,112 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brighton, CO with an average of $4,046 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lafayette, CO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lafayette, CO vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Lafayette
Recent reviews for independent living in Lafayette
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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Atria Longmont
4.4
The staff members at Atria are very attentive and very good about being helpful for our loved one. They also do what they say and follow through with their promises. Also the apartments are very spacious and very suiting to our loved ones liking. As far as improvements the meals and dining ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Residents and staff at Brookdale Meridian Arvada express appreciation for the friendly and engaging atmosphere at the community, with many mentions of positive interactions between residents and staff members. At Sunrise at FlatIrons, the welcoming environment is a favorite among residents, ...
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Staff's dedication to accommodating residents' needs. Several reviews highlight the staff's attentiveness and willingness to cater to residents' specific needs at various communities. For example, at Brookdale Meridian Arvada, families mention the responsiveness of staff to residents' requests and concerns, while at Highland Trail, the chef acc ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep of community spaces. Reviews across multiple communities praise the cleanliness and maintenance of communal areas, including gardens, dining rooms, and common areas. Residents of Brookdale Meridian Arvada specifically mention the importance of cleanliness to their overall satisfaction with the community.
Engaging activities for residents. Communities offer a diverse range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. At Brookdale Meridian Arvada, residents enjoy live entertainment and card games, while at Brookdale Meridian Boulder, the community's small size and excellent programs make it an ideal home for new resident ...
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Supportive and caring staff. Reviews consistently highlight the compassionate and caring nature of staff members at various communities, with families expressing gratitude for the emotional support and assistance they have received. At Highland Trail, staff members are commended for their patience and friendly service eve ...
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Reasonable staff-to-resident ratio. Several families mention the importance of adequate staffing at their community to ensure residents receive the care they need. At Highland Trail, the staff's dedication to each resident is noted, with many expressing concern over the current shortage of staff, leading to long wait times for m ...
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Lafayette independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lafayette independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lafayette, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lafayette 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 Lafayette communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lafayette, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
62.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lafayette 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 Lafayette offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lafayette, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
62.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.6%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
62.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
48.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.6%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale North Boulder, Brookdale Meridian Arvada and Bella Vita are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lafayette, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 35 independent living facilities near Lafayette, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lafayette, Colorado are Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Brookdale University Park and Brookdale Parkplace. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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