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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Gilpin, NV
The cost of independent living in Gilpin is about $3,939 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 144 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Sparks, Fernley and Spanish Springs.
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9.7
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52 reviews
Re facility: renovations are almost underway, with carpeting and wall paint/covering first. I believe all furniture in shared areas is to be replaced, as it is, though pleasant, quite old. The staff here...
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.
When you want to live in an exciting, tourist-driven city with access to some of the biggest entertainment in the world, our independent living community in Sparks, Nev., at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, is the place to be. Our luxurious accommodations allow for an active lifestyle...
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9.7
Review score
63 reviews
They are all to expensive, but what our family likes the most about MorningStar is the friendliness and all of their activities. My Mom has Alzheimer's and is in the memory care part but the assisted living...
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.
MorningStar Senior Living of Sparks is a premier retirement community located in Sparks, Nevada, an eastern suburb of Reno. Sparks is a beautiful city with small stores, lots of great shopping and fun activities for its residents. Residents can go shopping, visit the casino, take in a group...
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9.3
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28 reviews
We love the whole place in particular we love the size and the floorplans of the apartments for independent care for my mother-in-law. We also like the fact that we can move her into assisted care without...
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.
WE ARE NOW OPEN!Opened July 2009 and located in the exclusive Spanish Springs area, on the northern edge of Reno/Sparks, on a beautiful campus, Cascades of the Sierra provides independent living, assisted living, and a memory care community.Our campus invites you to indulge in a wellness focused...
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8.0
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1 review
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.
Imagine your perfect day. Whether it’s relaxing fireside with a good book, taking an inspiring fitness class, or relishing in someone else doing the cooking and housekeeping, each day at Mountain Lakes Estates brings countless possibilities. As Reno’s premier 55+ community, we bring active senior...
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
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, NV
The average cost of senior living in Gilpin is $3,939 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Yerington, NV with an average of $3,073 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilpin, NV vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilpin, NV vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilpin vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gilpin, NV by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Gilpin
Recent reviews for independent living in Gilpin
MorningStar Senior Living of Sparks
5.0
I am currently a resident at MorningStar Senior Living of Sparks and everything is great! I would recommend this facility to others.
Cascades of the Sierra in Spanish Springs, NV
4.0
Everything was pretty good, though they're struggling with high turnover and the food quality and amount hasn't been great. Great caring staff, beautiful facility, but considerably higher than other facilities.
Brookdale Sparks
4.0
1.Overall experience:
A) The staff is wonderful. And I have made several friends here. My recovery from surgery was easy here.
2.Cleanliness of the facility:
Cleanliness in the apartments depends on the house keeper assigned to your room. I did not have housekeeping until my sixth week ...
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Gilpin independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilpin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilpin, 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 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 partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gilpin, NVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
32.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilpin 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 communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gilpin, NVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilpin 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 offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gilpin, NVNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
MorningStar Senior Living of Sparks, Brookdale Sparks and Cascades of the Sierra are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gilpin, Nevada. See full list of communities.
There are 7 independent living facilities near Gilpin, Nevada. See the full list.
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