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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gilpin County, CO

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 24 independent living facilities in Gilpin County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hideaway Park, Edgemont and Green Mountain Village.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Boulder, Lakewood and Golden.

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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.
Photo of Frasier Retirement Community, a CCRC
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
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.
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Cost of independent living in Gilpin County, CO

The average cost of senior living in Gilpin County is $4,804 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Bear Creek, CO with an average of $3,863 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilpin County, CO vs. nearby counties

Gilpin County, CO
$4,804/mo

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

Gilpin County, CO
$4,804/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilpin County vs. other types of senior living

$5,795/mo
Independent Living
$4,804/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gilpin County, CO by room type

Semi-Private
$6,028/mo
Studio
$6,708/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,376/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,081/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Gilpin County

Recent reviews for independent living in Gilpin County

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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MorningStar of Boulder

4.9
My mother has been on the memory care side since June 2023 and I can't tell you how wonderful the staff and facility is. All the rooms are huge and unique to memory care, there are showers in the rooms. There are also kitchenettes with cabinets and a full-size fridge. I looked at five or six ...
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Gilpin County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilpin County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilpin County, 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 Gilpin County 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 Gilpin County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gilpin County, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.7%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilpin County 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 Gilpin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gilpin County, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilpin County 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 Gilpin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.1%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale North Boulder, Brookdale Meridian Arvada and Sunrise of Boulder are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gilpin County, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 24 independent living facilities near Gilpin County, Colorado. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Gilpin County, Colorado are Brookdale Meridian Arvada and Brookdale Arvada. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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