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The cost of independent living in Plateau City is about $4,181 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 211 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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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.
Creek Vista Senior Apartments is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for independent living at a cost that is affordable to seniors. Low cost for high living. Located at the base of Lamborn Mountain in Paonia, Colorado, Creek Vista offers the best of home town friendliness with...
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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.
HOMELife is better downtown.Combining all the comforts of assisted living with unequaled access to the downtown area of Grand Junction, Colorado, Downtown Assisted Living Suites offers residents a unique opportunity to live life to the fullest.With newly renovated upscale living spaces located in...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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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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.
Open Gate Assisted Living is centrally located in beautiful Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Established in 1996, we pride ourselves on providing care that nourishes the mind, body and spirit. Our services and amenities are geared towards improving the overall well being of our residents. Our staff...
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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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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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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 Heritage Park Assisted Living ccommunity is located on a campus that also includes Heritage Park Care Center, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. If needed, assisted living residents can use these services, ensuring a smooth transition of care. Heritage Park Assisted Living offers a...
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Cost of independent living in Plateau City, CO

The average cost of senior living in Plateau City is $4,181 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Palisade, CO with an average of $3,785 per month.

Independent living costs in Plateau City, CO, vs. nearby cities

Plateau City, CO
$4,181/mo
$4,181/mo
$3,842/mo

Independent living costs in Plateau City, CO, vs. state and national averages

Plateau City, CO
$4,181/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Plateau City, CO, vs. other senior living options

$4,742/mo
Independent Living
$4,181/mo

Independent living costs in Plateau City, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,363/mo
Studio
$5,519/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,932/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,269/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,575/mo

Senior living costs in Plateau City 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: Plateau City, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typePlateau City, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,181/mo$4,441/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,638/mo$5,181/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,742/mo$5,398/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Plateau City, CO:$4,181/mo
Colorado:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Plateau City, CO:$4,638/mo
Colorado:$5,181/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Plateau City, CO:$4,742/mo
Colorado:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Plateau City, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Plateau City 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Plateau City, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Plateau City 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 median 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
Plateau City, CO$3,409/mo$3,033/mo+12.4%
Colorado$3,256/mo$3,205/mo+1.6%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Plateau City, CO
2024 average cost:$3,409/mo
2023 average cost:$3,033/mo
Percent change:+12.4%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,205/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Plateau City

Recent reviews for independent living in Plateau City

Solstice at Mesa View in Grand Junction, CO

4.8
I arrived at Mesa View summer of '22. I looked at a couple of places here in GJ but after touring here it was easy to decide to live here! [name removed] was so helpful as I moved in. The staff here are always so friendly! Leaving my home of 49 years was hard but Mesa View is great!

The Fountains in Grand Junction, CO

5.0
I loved into The Fountain of Hilltop [date removed]. It is a very friendly place, which I can home now. Everyone is so helpful. If you have a problem, they are very willing to help get it solved. It is so nice to live in this wonderful place, and I love living here.

Chateau at Rifle

5.0
My 85yr old grandfather always talks about how great the staff is at the Château. He loves it there. Everytime I visit, he is always so happy. His room is always so clean and lovely. The other residents show how well everyone is treated there.

Plateau City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Plateau City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Plateau City, 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 Plateau City 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 Plateau City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Plateau City, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Plateau City 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 Plateau City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Plateau City, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Plateau City 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 Plateau City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Plateau City, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
24.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46.4%
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Solstice at Grand Valley, The Lodge at Grand Junction and Cappella of Grand Junction are the top-rated independent living facilities near Plateau City, Colorado. See full list of communities.
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