The Best Independent Living Communities in Arapahoe County, CO

"We toured Brookdale University Park Colorado. My overall tour experience was excellent. Janelle, the woman who gave the tour, was very thoughtful and a good listener, and very responsive to all the questions that we offered. I checked the dining area. It was very peacefully arranged. I looked at their menus and thought they were very accommodating. The two meals a day were included in the pricing. We looked at a one-bedroom apartment, and I thought that the sizes of the rooms were quite adequate. They only have one style of the one-bedroom apartment, and probably one style for the efficiency apartments. We didn't see an efficiency apartment, but we did see a two-bedroom apartment. The two-bedroom apartments have several different price points. All the rooms seem to be very nicely sized, and you have two bathrooms in each of the two-bedroom apartments. One bathroom had a tub and the other had a shower. What seemed to be the big difference in pricing was the amount of closet space, which increased depending on the square footage. I think their higher level of two bedrooms has two balcony units rather than one balcony. There might be a differential as to just what the orientation of the apartment is, and perhaps the heights in the building. The higher in the building, the more you have a view of the mountains, especially with the west-facing presentation. The only thing that is a little bit problematic is that there's no continuous care option, but the positive side of that is that I think that the general population is younger and more physically active. They are also pet-friendly, and they are very well-maintained. Everything looked well-maintained."

"I visited the independent living side of Brookdale Meridian Englewood. It's larger than some that I've been in and seen. I like the room sizes there. The upkeep of the place was also good. It was clean. The staff was very accommodating. The dining area was nice and clean. They take local trips, have exercise classes, and various interest groups that meet."

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"I visited Vi at Highlands Ranch, and I've been impressed. They are at the upper end cost-wise, but I like the facility, and I like the completeness of care. One thing I was impressed with is that the monthly amount could vary from year to year, but it does not change when you go from independent living to, let's say, assisted living. The place looked like it would fit what I wanted, and the staff were very competent."

"We liked that this was a pretty active community."

"I toured Brookdale Parkplace. They were very helpful and very informative. They showed me all of the amenities of the place. I thought it was a little bit expensive with the service fees. The staff was very nice and cordial. She answered all my questions. The facilities were very clean. The structure was very good. It's very livable. I saw the TV room and the exercise room, and both looked fine. When I stepped in it was warm and cozy. It was not very busy. I didn't see a whole lot of people at the time I was there, but I know that they have happy hour going at 5:00, and that they seem to be pretty happy."

Welcome to The Reserve at Lone Tree. Refined residences that redefine the senior living experience. Amenities that are more than you expect. Cuisine that is of the place and its local ingredients. And programs to engage in, whether you’re interested in joining a culinary workshop or attending an art class. THE FREEDOM OF INDEPENDENT LIVING: Our Independent Living communities are for older adults who lead active lives, desire to create meaningful connections within their community and spend time doing what matters most to them. Centrally located within RidgeGate, The Reserve at Lone Tree offers easy access to the neighborhood’s amenities and nearby walking trails and easy access to sports venues. Should your needs change, we offer expert care to make your Independent Living experience worry-free. THE CONFIDENCE OF ASSISTED LIVING: Experience a nurturing and caring environment that lets you focus on what matters most to you. From medication management to assistance with laundry, dressing and bathing, we coordinate everyday responsibilities based on your individual needs. Maintain a strong social life and enjoy programs within an active and engaged community knowing our staff is available 24/7 to provide support. PERSONALIZED MEMORY CARE: Entrust your loved one to a care team that gets to know you and understands what you’re going through. Within The Reserve at Lone Tree, you’ll find a haven of safety and comfort featuring gathering spaces, abundant natural light and a secure outdoor area meticulously designed for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Our caregiving philosophy is centered on preserving autonomy, cultivating social ties and instilling a strong sense of belonging. A dedicated on-site care team undergoes specialized training to provide individualized care 24/7. A LIFESTYLE FOR THE RICH AT HEART Welcome to The Reserve at Lone Tree. Refined residences and beyond-expected amenities redefine the senior living experience. Chef-prepared meals using local ingredients, an outdoor amphitheater for concerts and performances, programs to keep you active, informed and engaged, fitness and wellness services, and a car service provide a sophisticated environment rich with possibilities. On-site Restaurants Spa & Massage Room Outdoor Amphitheater 9th Floor Sky Lounge With Rooftop Terrace Music/recording Studio Smart Fitness Indoor Saltwater Pool Lifestyle Concierge Services Electric Vehicle Transport Services Medical Care Alert Systems Pickleball Court 24-hour On-site Staff (Including Nurses)

"I have chosen them for my husband. I like that it's more of a home-type setup. The staff was very helpful and answered all my questions. They made me feel at ease. Activities were going on and it was a more free-moving situation. We saw one-bedroom apartments and they were good. They provided privacy to the individuals, which gives them a level of dignity. We went to the dining room and then there was a TV room and we got to see the outside area. There's a deck with a grill and table and chairs and then there's a garden area and a very large backyard. I was quite impressed with that. I liked it. The facility was quite clean. We saw the memory care and I liked that it was very secure. You couldn't go in and out, and the doors were locked down. Everything worked out as far as my needs, my husband's needs, and location."

"I have chosen Balfour Senior Living because it's very beautiful. Their staff is very nice. The food is excellent. It's the most beautiful place you'll ever see. There's a saltwater swimming pool. The staff members have been wonderful. They're outstanding."

"Lakewood Reserve was a very nice facility. It was newly remodeled. I felt like it was too far from where I wanted my mom to be. I thought that the person who gave me the tour was great. She was knowledgeable. I liked that every day they would have, like a sample plate for every meal that they would make so that the residents could look at it and go, oh, yeah, I want the egg and the sausage, or I want the egg in the sausage in the toast. And they made like three different plates up. So you had three different variations of what that could look like. I liked the person who was taking the tour, although she was new, she knew people's names. She was like hey, Marcia. We were walking through and she was like oh, hey, Peggy, do you mind if we peek our head into your room? And we were able to look into what a furnished apartment looked like. And the person was affable to allow us to look into her place. They seemed to have a lot of activities. They had, like, this kind of, heightened service to serving people who were in the military and had a military wall. And the person who was in the front who welcomed us, she seemed to know everybody who was going in and out, and it seemed very welcoming and very comfortable. It had recently been renovated so a lot of the spaces were newly painted and newly decorated. And she's been great with follow-up and checking in to see how we were doing. They also looked to see if their facility could accept my mom's medication. And they also were willing to come and do an evaluation on my mom to see whether or not the facility would make sense for her."

"Brookdale Meridian Lakewood was very well maintained. The apartments were fully equipped. The view outside, the trees, and the walking paths were something we liked. The staff was very professional and very well-organized with lots of good information. They had a beauty salon, outdoor walking paths, and a fitness area. Their upkeep was good."

"I loved the openness of Legacy Village of Castle Pines, the huge large windows with lots of sunlight, and the good food. The dining area was fine. I think the building is six years old and it looks to be in perfect shape. The staff during the tour was very helpful. The rooms were nice. They have a physical therapy room. They have doctors come in for appointments, so you don't need to leave the building to see a doctor."

"We chose Gardens Care Senior Living - Homestead for my mom. It is very homey, very comfortable, and cozy. The staff is extremely friendly, as well as the residents. Her room is very bright and cheerful, and she has a beautiful view of the trees outside. The dining area is very nice and very clean. They do a lot of crafts, tours on Saturdays, trick or treat, and they will have entertainment this afternoon."

"I am a resident of Brookdale Meridian Westland. I didn't have a big problem. I didn't have a problem with the food, getting places I needed to, and when I asked people to do things, they would help me. The people are all nice and friendly. On some days, there were things I didn't like, but they did a good job. They have a lot of extra things, like we have a barbecue for every holiday. Nothing happened that wasn't dealt with. The staff is nice. Everybody here is nice. Now and then, they get short-staffed, but that happens because people quit. Some things didn't get done as often as they should, and it didn't cause me any problems. It didn't make me sick or anything, but I thought it could have been better. Part of it is being short-staffed, and part of it is that there are people who didn't do their jobs all the time. They have internal activities every day. There's a bridge game two days a week, and they play dominoes two days a week. Those were nice, and pretty much the same people did them all the time. They went out to eat a few times. I went once. I didn't go again because it took so long. It was a little disorganized. They upgraded all the apartments except mine. I don't know why. It was the only one-bedroom apartment on the first floor, so everybody else got new carpet, new drapes, new lights, and new paint. I moved in, and I didn't have any lights in my room. They gave me this one because I told them I didn't want to pay more than I had to. So, they discounted this one. Then, when I moved in, about a week later, I couldn't turn on any of the lights in this apartment. There were no lights to turn on. So, I asked, "Why don't I have any lights?" They said, We took your lights and gave them to the rooms that were being remodeled. So, you're going to have to provide your own. I was not happy with that. So, I did provide my lights, and I may take them with me. I don't think they treat everybody like that, but that's what I thought."