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The cost of independent living in Shaw Heights is about $4,168 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 122 options. Read 1370 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 mom lives at the Oberon House and a feel very good about the exceptional care she receives. The staff is very kind and caring, as is the owner of the Oberon who is on site almost daily. I believe that...
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.
Oberon House is an assisted living community located in picturesque Arvada, Colorado. In a Frank Lloyd Wright style setting and on the south side of a dominant hill, Oberon House lies to the east of the Denver skyline, to the south of Pike's Peak, and to the south of the foothills of Golden,...
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Our son lives in Harmony. He is almost 40 and has lived here close to ten years. His apartment is lovely with a nice view on the third floor. His room has a new carpet and linoleum floor in the [removed] ...
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.
Marycrest Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the beautiful town of Denver, Colorado. Marycrest is a legacy of the Sisters of St. Francis, providing care and support in a quiet, home-like environment. At Marycrest, we are committed to providing the loving support and...
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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.
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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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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It’s a good place, the staff are great and were very helpful getting me into my new home! They made the transition into the community much easier than I expected. I have no complaints at all!
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.
The Villas at Sunny Acres is a continuing care retirement community located on 64 beautiful acres in north metropolitan Denver. The community offers independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing, with Alzheimer's care opening in September 2006. The campus features two lakes, walking...
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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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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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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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My mom has been living in Nightingale Lane for two years and we are very happy with the facility and the care mom has received since her move. The staff is loving and patient and we think the food is good as...
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: 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.
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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: 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.
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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: 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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Like living here. My concern is my rent, which I have never complained about lived here for 10 years. So our ssi. checks went up 20 dollars knew our rent would also. but this time mine was raised more then...
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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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
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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: 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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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 Shaw Heights, CO

The average cost of senior living in Shaw Heights is $4,168 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Louisville, CO with an average of $4,050 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaw Heights, CO vs. nearby cities

Shaw Heights, CO
$4,169/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaw Heights, CO vs. the state and national average

Shaw Heights, CO
$4,169/mo
U.S. national average
$4,038/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaw Heights vs. other types of senior living

$5,353/mo
Independent Living
$4,169/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shaw Heights, CO by room type

Semi-Private
$5,727/mo
Studio
$5,641/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,894/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,839/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,089/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shaw Heights over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shaw Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Shaw Heights

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

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents in the communities. At Brookdale Meridian Westland, the lobby and entrance were full of residents enjoying themselves and were impressed by the warm welcome from staff. Residents at Brookdale Meridian Arvada al ...
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Variety of social activities. Several communities offer a wide range of social activities for residents to participate in. At Bonaventure of Thornton, the activities are suited to all residents and there are plenty of things to choose from. Residents at Brookdale Meridian Westland enjoy playing cards and movies and even ...
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Accommodating staff. Many families express appreciation for the accommodating nature of staff in the communities. At Brookdale Meridian 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 ...
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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 Brookdale Meridian Arvada, residents report that the meals overall are really good but sometimes t ...
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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 Brookdale Meridian Arvada go above and beyond to make sure their loved one's ne ...
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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
8.4%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
15.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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8.5%
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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
25.2%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
24.3%
36.2%
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
29.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
31.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.2%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.8%
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Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Brookdale Greenwood Village and Brookdale Tamarac Square are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shaw Heights, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 122 independent living facilities near Shaw Heights, Colorado. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Shaw Heights, 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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