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The cost of independent living in Winter Park is about $4,678 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 280 options. Read 4158 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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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.
Ashley Manor is residential assisted living and alzheimer’s care at it’s best. We provide the comforts of home, the feeling of family, a meaningful way of life to all of our residents. The difference between us and our competition is that we care about your loved one as if they were our 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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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 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...
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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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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.
Care Group at Indian Tree is a residential care home that is located in Jefferson and Adams counties in Arvada CO. This is a loving residence where caregivers attend to the resident's needs in a group home setting. The climate is humid continental creating starkly contrasting seasons within the...
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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.
Covenant Retirement Communities have been leading the charge to meet the needs of older adults for over a century. Since 1886, we’ve focused on helping residents live more fulfilling lives. We continue to build on this great legacy as we expand to serve more communities.Today, at Covenant Village...
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: 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: 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.
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.
Gardens Care Homestead has southwestern-style architecture that accents the 4 1/2 acres of mature landscaping and courtyards that have graced this former equestrian property for years. We are committed to the quality of service that allows you the piece of mind to enjoy the atmosphere of where...
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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: 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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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...
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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: 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.
The Inn at Lakewood is a place where home and community come together. With spacious apartments and nearby shopping, restaurants, theatres, and places of worship, residents can maintain the lifestyle they deserve. Residents have a choice of 137 studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, all...
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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.
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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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...
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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.
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...

Cost of independent living in Winter Park, CO

The average cost of senior living in Winter Park is $4,678 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Breckenridge, CO with an average of $4,108 per month.

Independent living costs in Winter Park, CO, vs. nearby cities

Winter Park, CO
$4,678/mo
$4,599/mo

Independent living costs in Winter Park, CO, vs. state and national averages

Winter Park, CO
$4,678/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Winter Park, CO, vs. other senior living options

$5,800/mo
Independent Living
$4,678/mo

Independent living costs in Winter Park, CO, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,896/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,519/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,120/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,147/mo

Senior living costs in Winter Park 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: Winter Park, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWinter Park, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,678/mo$4,492/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$5,425/mo$5,240/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,800/mo$5,456/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Winter Park, CO:$4,678/mo
Colorado:$4,492/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Winter Park, CO:$5,425/mo
Colorado:$5,240/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Winter Park, CO:$5,800/mo
Colorado:$5,456/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Winter Park, CO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Winter Park 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Winter Park, CO$3,189/mo$3,279/mo-2.7%
Colorado$3,278/mo$3,291/mo-0.4%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Winter Park, CO
2024 average cost:$3,189/mo
2023 average cost:$3,279/mo
Percent change:-2.7%
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2024 average cost:$3,278/mo
2023 average cost:$3,291/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
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2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Winter Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Winter Park

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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Golden Orchard III in Wheat Ridge, CO

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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. Numerous reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Brookdale Meridian Arvada, residents and their families alike express appreciation for the staff's dedication to making residents feel at home. The staff greet residents by name an ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at different communities. At The Courtyards at Mountain View, they have a variety of activities for residents to engage in, from fitness classes to intellectual pursuits, ensuring there is something for everyone.
Comfortable and spacious living quarters. Several reviews praise the comfort and spaciousness of the living quarters at different communities. For instance, at Brookdale Meridian Westland, residents and their families appreciate the large size of the apartments and the natural light that streams in, making for a bright and airy living ...
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Engaged and caring community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the engaged and caring community atmosphere at various communities. At Arbor View Senior Living, residents and their families note the sense of camaraderie among the residents and the staff's commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
Delicious and nutritious meals. Food is a major factor in overall satisfaction for many residents. At Quincy Place, several reviews mention the high quality and deliciousness of the meals served, while at Bonaventure of Thornton, residents appreciate the accommodation of dietary restrictions and preferences.
Proactive and responsive maintenance team. Maintenance teams at different communities are praised for their prompt and effective responses to maintenance requests. For example, at Brookdale Tamarac Square, residents mention the quick resolution of maintenance issues and the staff's proactive approach to preventing future problems.
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Winter Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winter Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winter Park, 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 Winter Park 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 Winter Park 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
14.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.1%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
26.4%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Winter Park 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 Winter Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.3%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
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37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winter Park 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 Winter Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Winter Park, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
40.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.3%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.9%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
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47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Woodlake Legacy Senior Living, Sky Pointe Retirement Resort and Brookdale Lowry are the top-rated independent living facilities near Winter Park, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 280 independent living facilities near Winter Park, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Winter Park, Colorado are Sky Pointe Retirement Resort, Lakewood Estates and Brookdale Meridian Westland. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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