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When we were trying to get my dad approved for VA benefits everyone was cooperative, then when the new VA forms came out in 2023 all of a sudden they would not sign the necessary forms. They claim it was the...
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.
Among many, one big point of difference that makes us unique is our level of service and amazing team. Starting with our Executive Director, Daniel Cooke, who has been with Brookdale for over 7 years and has a background in caregiving. Our Associate Executive Director, Chris Blake, has been a...
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Overall experience was good. Cleanliness was good Friendliness of staff was exceptional!! Quality of care was very good. I admire the caregivers for all that they do. Meals were very good. My husband usually...
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.
At Woodlake Estates Senior Living in Lakewood, Colorado, we believe that holistic living goes beyond just physical well-being. Our community offers a continuum of care—including assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing and rehabilitation services—designed to nurture wellness in the body,...
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Friendly staff, willing to help when needed. I have a 2 bedroom and square footage is great. Don't feel cramped at all. The amenities have a lot to offer including a movie every evening.
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.
Engage, Enjoy and Live!Affordable, lavish & amenity filled independent living made simple. Let us take care of your needs, so you can enjoy the important things in life.Sky Pointe Retirement Resort is a beautiful new Resort Lifestyle Community coming to Littleton, CO late 2018. Sky Pointe...
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I love living here it is a great place to live there are a lot of activities to do the staff is great I would recommend it to anyone.
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.
The Luxury of IndependenceNestled within the charming city of Lakewood, Colorado, you’ll discover an independent living community that feels more like a resort. Brimming with luxury services and amenities like an on-campus bistro, putting green, billiards room, and more, you can soak up the best...
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I'm an 85-year-old widower and my independant-living apartment at Brookdale fits me perfectly. 1300 sqft with 2 baths, large walk-in closet, small, but complete kitchen and a view of Pikes Peak. I grow...
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.
Excellent Quality of LifeWith all the perks and conveniences of a resort, the seniors who call our community home enjoy a vast array of services while savoring the peace of mind that comes from knowing we provide a continuum of care. Whether you’re looking for an independent or assisted living...
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Just simply knowing they'll always be there for you My dad ran away and they helped us find him. No questions asked it was perfect. We found him within a half hour. The staff helped me look at the cameras to...
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.
The Courtyard at LakewoodSituated in the heart of Denver, The Courtyard at Lakewood provides exceptional independent living services. This elegant community is just a few minutes away from Denver and Wheat Ridge, making it easy for you to check out local attractions, such as the Denver Botanical...
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The staff and residents are very welcoming and friendly. The food is good. The room my dad got is very nice and has plenty of room. Reasonable priced. The common rooms are very nice. I would definitely...
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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.
Arvada Estates is situated in a quiet tree-lined neighborhood of historic Arvada Colorado, a suburb of Denver, the Mile High City. Arvada, the site of the first documented discovery of gold in the Rocky Mountain region and established in 1870, is nestled in the western foothills of the majestic...
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Staff is friendly and caring. Food is amazing! Rooms are adequate in size. My mom enjoyed the activities and beauty salon. They offer transportation but the charges are high.
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.
Sunrise at Orchard has beautiful gardens and walking paths. Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice...
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Overall experience a 4 because my mom did not get a buddy to help her adjust and learn where things were, didn't get invited to join people eating, like we were told she would. We were told no special...
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.
Welcome to Lakeview Senior Living, a new concept in senior living by Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC. Our Community is conveniently located in Lakewood, Colorado, just north of Hampden Avenue (Hwy 285) and east of Wadsworth. Lakeview Senior Living offers convenient access to nearby shopping,...
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One cannot say that there is a better older persons' community than Brookdale Meridian in Lakewood, Colorado. Five years before I made my last ever move, I started searching for the ideal 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.
How does a retirement with fewer chores and more adventures sound? We’ll take care of the chores while you focus on what you want to do.  Here at our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) with both independent living and skilled nursing, if you or your spouse need more care later,...
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What we like the most about Brookdale Littleton is the kind and helpful staff. They listen to thoughts, ideas and concerns. They took wonderful care of our mother in law. Yes, we would recommend this...
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.
Welcome HomeWith individualized care plans and a kind and compassionate care team available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, it’s no wonder our assisted living residents love it here. They’ve traded in the mundane tasks like cooking, cleaning and maintaining a house for a retirement that lets...
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When arberview had been Lutheran homel, I've had a lot of family members in there, and the location was convenient for me and I just liked the atmosphere and the people that were there. Also, the price and...
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.
Arbor View Senior Living provides our residents with the freedom to enjoy their day, their way. We offer many amenities, much laughter and fun in a welcoming and peaceful community. Our community is designed to deliver programs and activities that engage the social, emotional, intellectual,...
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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.
The Care You DeserveTucked within the beautiful town of Arvada, Colorado, our assisted living and memory care community offers you the opportunity to embrace the lifestyle you’ve always wanted. Whether that means giving you the tools you need to get your health back on track, offering a slew of...
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Golden Lodge Assisted Living is very accommodating in creating a program based on individual needs. We used them for respite care for my husband.
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.
Locally owned and operated Retirement Community, offering both Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Services. Golden Lodge is located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Our goal is to enhance the lives of people age 55-plus with an exceptional lifestyle, residences, programs, services and...
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The facility has very comfortable, single rooms. The food is fine, good. It's located off Wadsworth in Littleton. I had my room furnished from home because I'm staying here for awhile and my 2 kids live here
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.
Welcome to The Village of Bear Creek!Discover a new independence at our beautiful assisted living and memory care community in Lakewood, Colorado. Here you will experience the tranquility of a boutique-style campus with smaller buildings for a cozy home like setting. Enjoy time in your spacious...
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It was close to where my mom lived, and she had done a tour there when it first opened so she knew about it, but it has exceeded our expectations! She is very happy with the food, activities. Etc, she...
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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They were a caring staff who were always open to discuss issues and then were able to resolve any issues quickly. The activities staff was great and made sure my mom was as involved as she wanted to be.
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.
Conveniently located downtown near the Museum of Outdoor Arts and adjacent to the Swedish Medical Center, The Belleview is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of...
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The staff at Legacy Village of Castle Pines is caring and attentive to my mom. I would recommend Legacy Village of Castle Pines to a friend.
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.
Premier Senior Living in Castle Pines, ColoradoWelcome to Legacy Village of Castle Pines, recent recipient of the Pinnacle® Customer Experience 2023 award/recognition. Conveniently located just 20 miles south of Denver, in one of Colorado's most upscale neighborhoods, Legacy Village is a premier...
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The staff have somehow found success getting our very reclusive family member to participate in facility activities on campus and with community outing. The helped her transition to memory care in a...
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.
Located just minutes from a lovely country club and golf course, Sunrise at Pinehurst is five minutes from a shopping center in a nice, residential setting.  We pride ourselves in our excellent ability to care for a wide array of care needs in an environment that is warm and homey. Step into...
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I've been very pleasantly impressed with this facility and the staff. And Mom loves the food and activities. Assisted living and memory care apartments are identical. And the memory care area is bright 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.
MorningStar of LittletonCalled to ServeMorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Littleton in Littleton, Colorado, celebrates and elevates life for those who taught the rest of us how to live: our seniors, men and women through whom America was preserved and strengthened. MorningStar of...
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While my mother’s stay, she was met with so much kindness ,understanding and overall care. All the staff was so friendly and caring. They went above and beyond in their everyday duties. Manager [name...
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.
Lakewood EstatesNestled in the rugged Rocky Mountains — just east of Green Mountain — is Lakewood Estates, which offers convenient amenities and exceptional independent living services.This community features large windows that fill the spacious, thoughtfully designed common areas with plenty of...
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I found the staff at Lakewood Reserve very friendly and most helpful. The other residents were also very friendly. My sister is very well cared for and we are very happy with the facility.
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.
Lakewood ReserveLakewood Reserve is a predominate and reputable community located in the heart of Lakewood, Colorado and among the popular Belmar neighborhood. Lakewood provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services with a personal touch. We’re a family operated community...
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Improve food with a salad bar Provide snacks for after hours Make sure hot is hot and cold is cold Enough staff to properly wait on tables Over the staff is great but often there are not enough for good...
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.
Our team stands out by having a continued personal and emotional investment in our community, residents and staff.' Offering breathtaking mountain vistas and panoramic views of the city of Denver, The Meridian is conveniently located adjacent to Swedish Medical Center, off Hamden Avenue and...
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I think the facility is great given that memory care is such a hard place to work in and find staffing, the staff that is on site seems to care quite a bit. For my own personal experience with my father, he...
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.
Bonaventure of Castle Rock is a retirement, assisted living and memory care community offering seniors the lifestyle and care they deserve. Bonaventure of Castle Rock is conveniently located in the upscale Meadows neighborhood, nestled near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and just a short...
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We had an excellent experience. The staff was incredibly kind and patient with us, our situation and our father.We picked the place because it was not overly big, location was good (there were closer...
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.
The Gardens at Columbine is a unique, locally owned and managed assisted living community located in the southwest metropolitan area of Denver in Littleton, Colorado. The Gardens offers residents and families not only a beautiful community it offers exceptional experience in senior care directed...

Cost of independent living in Jefferson, CO

The average cost of senior living in Jefferson is $4,245 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fairplay, CO with an average of $2,349 per month.

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

Jefferson, CO
$4,245/mo
$4,315/mo

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

Jefferson, CO
$4,245/mo
U.S. national average
$4,088/mo

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

$5,300/mo
Independent Living
$4,245/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,879/mo
Studio
$6,028/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,242/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,123/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Jefferson over time

Jefferson, COCO stateNational

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Jefferson

Recent reviews for independent living in Jefferson

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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Village at Belmar in Lakewood, CO

5.0
My mother was previously a resident at Village at Belmar and everything was great for her at this facility. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, care service and value for cost were also great. They did a wonderful job caring for my mother. I would recommend Village at Belmar ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and responsiveness of staff members at various communities, making residents and their families feel at ease. At Brookdale Meridian Westland, for example, staff go above and beyond to make sure residents are comfortable and well-cared for, while at Ar ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities and social events offered at communities, which help them stay engaged and active. At Brookdale Meridian Westland, residents participate in a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools and city parks, and more, while at Lakeview Senior ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces, from private rooms to communal areas and outdoor areas. At The Ridge Pinehurst, the cleanliness is noted as 'very good', while at Courtyard At Lakewood, the facility is described as 'beautiful' and 'spotless'.
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at communities, which makes residents feel at home and fosters a sense of community. At Brookdale Meridian Arvada, staff and residents are described as 'warm and welcoming', while at Brookdale Meridian Westland, residents apprecia ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, residents praise the quality and accommodating nature of meals and dining experiences, which add to their overall satisfaction with their community. At Arbor View Senior Living, residents look forward to meals and enjoy the 'good and healthy' options, while at Brookdale Me ...
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Frequent and open communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and effective communication between loved ones and staff, allowing them to stay informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Brookdale Meridian Westland, staff hold regular meetings with residents and their families, both in person and virtually, while at Brookda ...
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Jefferson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jefferson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jefferson, 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jefferson, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
28.2%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.2%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.5%
9.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Jefferson 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 Jefferson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jefferson, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.9%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jefferson 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 Jefferson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jefferson, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
43.6%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.9%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.6%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.7%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.2%
37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.7%
46.3%
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Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Woodlake Legacy Senior Living and Sky Pointe Retirement Resort are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jefferson, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 129 independent living facilities near Jefferson, Colorado. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Jefferson, Colorado are Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Brookdale Parkplace and Courtyard At Lakewood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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