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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lakewood, CO
The cost of independent living in Lakewood is about $4,195 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 149 options. Read 1885 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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My parents live in Independent Living here. Beautiful community and amazing care! The restaurants are also great with a chef and friendly staff. Highly recommend!
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.
Balfour Interiors teamed with Robert A.M. Stern Architects, LLP (RAMSA) to bring Balfour at Riverfront Park to life. For personal pampering, there’s a heated saltwater pool, steam room, and a full-service salon and spa with fully appointed lounges for men and women.Balfour at Riverfront Park...
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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
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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.
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I chose Overture Central Park because it is closer to the hospital that my doctors are on staff at. The apartment sizes here are really good. They have a wonderful dog park if you have pets right in the...
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.
With so much going on in the heart of Stapleton, you’re smart enough to know where to look first. To seek out a worry-free apartment that serves as a starting point for your life, rather than filling your days with the tasks of ownership and maintenance. To focus on everything that matters most,...
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The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. They have lots of activities including lectures, games and crafts for the residence. I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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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.
Come home to your best life. Everleigh Central Park is a 55+ Active Adult apartment home community located in East Denver. Enjoy all the pleasures of resort-style living, while exploring all of the activities, cultural events, parks and gardens around Denver. We're conveniently located close to a...
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I have enjoyed living here. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This has been a great experience for a 55+ community. Some of the activities include card games, golf putting...
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.
Vita Littleton features one and two bedroom apartment homes with luxury amenities for adults 55+. Our brand gorgeous apartments in Littleton feature designer finishes, quartz countertops, high-end kitchens with gas ranges, energy efficient stainless steel appliances and private balconies or...
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Any issues that have popped up have been communicated good. I have to say that the double diaper change is working out pretty well. They've had a couple contracting companies come in to assist with that....
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.
At Springwood Retirement Community, you will feel welcome and comfortable as soon as you enter our 15 acre Campus. With mature and lush landscaping surrounding our main three-story building, you'll enjoy the park like setting, complete with an outside patio overlooking a pond and a large atrium...
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Overall, I've been very satisfied with the care and the facilities. The staff is wonderful. There's one caregiver in particular who is always cheerful when she comes in, she gives compliments, and she...
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.
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From the first moments I spoke with [name removed], the sales specialist at Overture 9th & CO, I knew my father would have a special new place to call home. I was uncertain of the move-in process amidst the...
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.
NOW OPEN! MOVE IN TODAY! Your life is on track. Now’s the time to experience a carefree lifestyle that lets you do what you really want, when you want. That’s the true spirit of independence at Overture. Here, you can focus on your passions, discover new interests, bond with new friends and so...
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Fewer residents, so more care. They are all very sweet and took good care of my Mom. The only downside is that their English language is limited, but some know it. I was still able to communicate and get...
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.
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We are so lucky and grateful to of found Golden Orchard, from the moment we walked in we just knew this was the place for our loved one it had such great energy to it. They have music entertainment, they...
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.
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The Summit is a very nice and clean facility and the staff have been super friendly. The unit our loved one is in is newly remodeling and lovely. Compared to others it seems like the overall value is pretty...
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.
The Summit offers beautiful, newly renovated apartments for people ages 62 and older. The studio and one-bedroom apartments offer floor-to-ceiling windows with various comfortable lay-outs. Centrally located in the Denver-Metro area, our community is situated one-mile from the heart of Lakewood’s...
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We moved my parents out of a gorgeous facility with terrible care into this small facility with world-class care. Everyone from the owners to the front desk to the daily caregivers check on our parents...
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 Manor on Marston Lake is a privately owned company that has over 40 years combined experience in senior care. Both the Executive Director and Care Coordinator started their careers as care givers and worked their way up to administration. They have dedicated their lives to providing genuine...
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Concordia on the Lake is such a wonderful place to live. The staff is helpful, friendly and caring. There are lots of fun activities. The other tenants are very welcoming and kind. I am so happy I chose to...
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.
Concordia is an independent living facility that offers fully equipped apartments, but no medical or dining services. We do allow one pet per apartment under 35 lbs. and we are a totally non-smoking community. We have a great activity program that happens both on and off the...
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I love our beautiful natural setting .... with mowed green grass in summer ... large trees, decorative plantings, colorful summer flowers. Wonderful place for walks - w/walking group or solo - on our...
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.
Shade trees lining the curved street, beautiful gardens and courtyards interspersed among thirty-one buildings on eight and a half acres of land in central Denver – add in a feeling of friendliness and caring and you know you're at Kentucky Circle Village. Original buildings built in 1959, near...
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.
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I've been at Eaton for 17 months. I recommend Eaton to all who seek an active life while aging. I love the many opportunities to socialize. I feel we here at Eaton are given the best place to age that could...
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.
Eaton Terrace Residences opened in 1980 to provide a congregate (meal program and scheduled transportation included), rental subsidy program to adults 62 and over. Located near Lakewood's Belmar Town Center, this community offers 161 one-bedroom apartments with beautiful downtown and...
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.
The Homestead at Lakewood is just what you would imagine - a homestead made up of an assisted living "hacienda" and a cluster of red tile-roofed independent cottages with people that enjoy a comfortable, more relaxed style of living. The southwestern-style architecture accents the 4 1/2 acres of...
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.
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: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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As a long time resident of Senior Villa Apartments I must respond to some of the comments.. My personal experience here is that I have been treated with respect. My work orders have all been completed in a...
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.
Cost of independent living in Lakewood, CO
The average cost of senior living in Lakewood is $4,195 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Centennial, CO with an average of $3,986 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Lakewood
Recent reviews for independent living in Lakewood
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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Golden Orchard III in Wheat Ridge, CO
5.0
We love the staff and living situation for my 2 elderly parents at Golden Orchard, Finding this lovely group home was a Blessing for us. My Dad and Mom are well taken care of in every way. Such a huge difference in how well my parents are doing in this very caring group home environment!. Food ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at the communities, with staff and residents going above and beyond to make newcomers feel at home. At Brookdale Meridian Westland, residents engaged in activities and socializing, and the staff knew residents on a first-name basis, cr ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents enjoy a variety of activities at their communities, from lectures and classes to social events and outings. At The Ridge Pinehurst, residents appreciated the opportunities to stay active and engaged, even if some residents, like the one at Brookdale Meridian Westland, did not parti ...
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Healthy and delicious meals. Food is an important consideration for many residents, and several reviews praised the quality of the meals at their communities. At Brookdale Meridian Arvada, loved ones reported enjoying the meals and dining experience, while at Lakeview Senior Living, the chef and team impressed families ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep were frequent themes in the reviews, with residents and families praising the cleanliness and maintenance of the facilities. At The Ridge Pinehurst, the cleaners for individual rooms could use improvement, but the facility was overall clean and well-kept, as was the case ...
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Caring and supportive staff. Several reviews highlighted the caring and supportive nature of the staff at their communities. At Brookdale Meridian Arvada, the staff went above and beyond to help residents, while at Courtyard At Lakewood, the staff were described as kind, caring, and efficient. At Village at Belmar, th ...
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Accessible and convenient location. The convenient location of the communities was another common theme, with residents praising easy access to nearby amenities and services. At Village at Belmar, the community was conveniently located near shopping and doctors, while at Arbor View Senior Living, the transportation was a signi ...
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Lakewood independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakewood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood 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
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20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Lakewood 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 Lakewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lakewood 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 Lakewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.6%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.8%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
26.9%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale North Boulder, Brookdale Meridian Arvada and Brookdale Greenwood Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lakewood, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 149 independent living facilities near Lakewood, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lakewood, Colorado are Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Brookdale Greenwood Village and Brookdale Tamarac Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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