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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Swallows, CO
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The cost of independent living in Swallows is about $3,853 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 67 options. Read 1323 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.
Tamarac Apartments is a 55+ Community built in 2003. This Beautiful building is located in Colorado Springs near shopping centers. The staff provide daily planned activities. Come enjoy wonderful neighbors. This community is pet friendly too.
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I appreciate the care my brother is receiving from a well-trained and well-supervised staff. His doctor told me he has never seen my brother in such good physical condition. Director [removed] Larson is well...
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.
Residence at Skyway Park Residence at Skyway Park is a well-appointed assisted living community in the scenic city of Colorado Springs, CO. Our modern, landscaped community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood near Bear Creek Regional Park, providing stunning views of the surrounding...
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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It is 2018 and I have lived here 2 years. I am on section 8. This is one of the best independent living facilities this city has to offer in quality, especially for low-income people. The only major drawback...
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.
Call or come by to take a tour! Brand New Beautiful 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for independent residents 62 and better. We have an amazing community with lots to offer. We have a full activity calendar with 2-3 events every day! Enjoy a game of poker in our game room next to the cozy fireplace or...
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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My Aunt lived at the Medalion until she passed away in March. We had In Home Hospice for her and I could not believe how compassionate the staff was at the Medalion, as we were going through those last hours...
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.
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Two months ago I moved mom into The Healthcare Resort's long-term care section (at the urging of my husband) and have only good things to say about them. It's a 2-year old building, very handicapped...
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.
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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: 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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Being out of town I have never visited the community, however when we speak to our family they say the staff are super friendly and was very helpful moving our loved one in. They also so there are plenty of...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Affinity at Colorado Springs we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,460, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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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
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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Cost of independent living in Swallows, CO
The average cost of senior living in Swallows is $3,853 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rye, CO with an average of $3,414 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Swallows, CO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Swallows, CO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Swallows vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Swallows, CO by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Swallows
Recent reviews for independent living in Swallows
The Bridge at Colorado Springs
4.9
bingo, movie nights, seem to like it. Right now they have a special where the price is locked no matter what is needed and we got that promotion. I have refereed two of my clients that needed some help with their parents. Feels homey!
MacKenzie Place Colorado Springs
5.0
I would give a Mackenzie Place a five on all the above categories. We have been so pleased and would recommend Mackenzie Place to everybody and anyone. I looked at many places and this was the best place and we still feel that way after nine months
Broadmoor Court in Colorado Springs, CO
4.3
Very nice people and clean, upbeat place. Slow getting going with administrative tasks. I'm happy mom is here. She will do well and seems happy. A few surprises; Didn't realize medicare supplement insurance is only regional and only changed at months end. This lapse caused some expensive drug ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Flexible lease terms and military discounts. Some communities offer flexible lease terms and military discounts, making them an attractive option for seniors looking to downsize or move closer to loved ones. For instance, at Brookdale Skyline, military personnel and their families can take advantage of reduced rates, while Bonaventure o ...
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Welcoming and friendly staff and residents. Residents and families consistently praise the friendly and welcoming nature of staff and other residents at various communities, such as Inn at Garden Plaza, where newcomers are paired with resident 'buddies' to help them acclimate, and at Revel Province, where no one eats alone in the dini ...
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Customizable apartments and varied amenities. Communities like Brookdale Skyline offer apartments with adorable decor and balconies, while others, like Summit Glen, cater to residents with large outdoor spaces and endless activity options. Customization and variety allow seniors to find a living situation that suits their unique prefere ...
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Professional and reliable maintenance and support. Many reviews mention the importance of a community's maintenance and support teams, with positive feedback from residents at Mountain View Independent Living, who appreciate the staff's responsiveness, and at Summit Glen, where the team goes above and beyond to address concerns, even if it t ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Community activities and social opportunities cater to various interests and abilities, with offerings like movie nights, card games, and even hatchet throwing at Revel Province, providing residents with opportunities to connect and engage with their peers.
Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. At Inn at Garden Plaza, the food is a highlight, with residents expressing their appreciation for the quality and customization options, such as catering to dietary restrictions. Other communities, like Summit Glen, offer bistros where residents can socialize and enjoy wine with friends.
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Swallows independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Swallows independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Swallows, 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 Swallows 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 Swallows 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
17.9%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.3%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.4%
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Swallows 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 Swallows communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.3%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.3%
43%
Room service
Room service
41.8%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Swallows 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 Swallows offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50.7%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.3%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.2%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.7%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.3%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.3%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.8%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.2%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
52.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
35.8%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Belcaro, Brookdale Monument Valley Park and Brookdale Vista Grande are the top-rated independent living facilities near Swallows, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 67 independent living facilities near Swallows, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Swallows, Colorado are Brookdale Monument Valley Park, Brookdale Vista Grande and Melody Living of Colorado Springs Independent Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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