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The cost of independent living in Shaw Heights is about $4,026 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 335 options.

Read 6204 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 Boulder, Littleton and Denver.

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We have lived at The Village at Hampden Town Center for 6 years. We were so pleased to find a Senior Facility so close to shopping, light Rail and access to the major transportation arteries located nearby....
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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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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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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 Center is an attractive, residential building that offers 111 assisted living apartments; four designated for couples.  The entire Center provides a smoke free environment.  The rent includes a private, unfurnished, studio apartment, all utilities except phone and cable,...
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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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.
Southview Place Apartments is a community that feels like home. Lush landscaping featuring brick patios at the outside pool, well lit parking area and circle drive, guest parking and covered entryways, and a staff that constantly updates and maintians the complex...all contribute to the fact that...
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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.
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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.
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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My dad has been here since October. The care he is receiving is wonderful. Our family visits every day, and everyone we meet is quite extraordinary. It's not easy to find a place that has this quality 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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.
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Alta Vita is the BEST assisted living I have known. [Name removed] has been one amazing employee over the months she has been working for this company, always has a big smile & is such hard worker girl. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
AltaVita Senior Residences offers state of the art Memory Care and Assisted Living. AltaVita is a locally-owned and family-oriented community in Longmont, Colorado, north of the Boulder-Denver area. We provide high quality apartment suites in a warm environment while offering services and...
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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For me this has been a wonderful fit in many ways. The property management team, Sara Hull and her husband, have been outstanding! This is a great first step into senior living and I could not be happier.
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.
Crab Apple CourtCrab Apple Court in a 55 and over community located in Longmont, in Boulder and Weld counties, CO. Longmont, which is situated just northeast of Boulder, is known for its beautiful scenery and multicultural heritage. The city’s diversity is celebrated through its museums,...
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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.
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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My mother has been living at the Milwaukee Memory Care residence for the last 3 months. This move was a welcomed relief from her former residence. I feel confident that RM is providing the care they...
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.
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living is dedicated to providing seniors with all the care and resources they need to live in a comfortable assisted living facility. Our goal is to enable them to customize their care plan so that they can get the care they want, when they want it. We are proud to be a...
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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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Cost of independent living in Shaw Heights, CO

The average cost of senior living in Shaw Heights is $4,026 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Erie, CO with an average of $3,114 per month.

Independent living costs in Shaw Heights, CO, vs. state and national averages

Shaw Heights, CO
$4,026/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Shaw Heights, CO, vs. other senior living options

$7,345/mo
Independent Living
$4,026/mo

Independent living costs in Shaw Heights, CO, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,694/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,421/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,956/mo

Senior living costs in Shaw Heights 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: Shaw Heights, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShaw Heights, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,026/mo$3,831/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,395/mo$6,474/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,345/mo$7,448/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Shaw Heights, CO:$4,026/mo
Colorado:$3,831/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Shaw Heights, CO:$6,395/mo
Colorado:$6,474/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Shaw Heights, CO:$7,345/mo
Colorado:$7,448/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Shaw Heights, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shaw Heights 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
Shaw Heights, CO$3,482/mo$3,572/mo-2.5%
Colorado$3,470/mo$3,502/mo-0.9%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Shaw Heights, CO
2024 average cost:$3,482/mo
2023 average cost:$3,572/mo
Percent change:-2.5%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,470/mo
2023 average cost:$3,502/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
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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 Shaw Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Shaw Heights

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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Brookdale North Loveland

4.6
I would tell others that the staff here really bonds with the residents, always going the extra mile for them. I would say that the staff majors in caring. The facility offers 3 different sizes of rooms depending on what you may need. The cable is available, but not much else.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents in the communities. At Ciel at Applewood, the lobby and entrance were full of residents enjoying themselves and were impressed by the warm welcome from staff. Residents at Ciel of Arvada also appreciate the hea ...
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Variety of social activities. Several communities offer a wide range of social activities for residents to participate in. At The Ivy Thornton, the activities are suited to all residents and there are plenty of things to choose from. Residents at Ciel at Applewood enjoy playing cards and movies and even have popcorn. Bro ...
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Accommodating staff. Many families express appreciation for the accommodating nature of staff in the communities. At Ciel of Arvada, the staff have been very responsive to questions and concerns from families. They also went above and beyond to make sure a loved one's needs were met, such as clearing an elevator f ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, whether it's for the private rooms or communal areas. At Kipling Meadows, the facilities are reported to be well kept and the apartment sizes are perfect for the residents. The grounds and gardens at San Marino Retirement Comm ...
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Flexible dining options. Dining is an important factor for many residents and families. Communities like Highland Trail offer varied dining options, with some allowing residents to choose from multiple meal choices. At Ciel of Arvada, residents report that the meals overall are really good but sometimes there are to ...
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Supportive community for seniors. Several reviews mention the support and care provided by staff and residents for seniors in the communities. At Highland Trail, staff try to accommodate gluten-free options on the menu for residents. The staff at Ciel of Arvada go above and beyond to make sure their loved one's needs are met ...
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Shaw Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaw Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaw Heights, 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 Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights 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
14.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.9%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
26%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.2%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.9%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.8%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
34.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.4%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.2%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
42.4%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
32.5%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Hyland Hills, V-Esprit and Ciel of Lowry are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shaw Heights, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 335 independent living facilities near Shaw Heights, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shaw Heights, Colorado are Sky Pointe Retirement Resort, Garden Square at Westlake and Greeley Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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