The Best Independent Living Communities in Jefferson County, CO

"We saw Brookdale Meridian Arvada. It's very nice. The unit is wonderful. They have nice facilities. They have transportation, three meals a day, a library, a theater, and nice washing facilities. The apartments are big, and they have storage in them, which I hadn't seen before. The physical condition of the community itself is excellent. The atmosphere there was very friendly."

"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."

"Arbor View Senior Living was very aesthetically pleasing. During my visit at their assisted living, I looked at a number of different rooms, but I was looking primarily for a one-bedroom for my parents. I thought that the rooms seemed nice. The staff was very helpful. I had lunch there and the food was quite good. For activities, they were offering crafts and exercise classes. The residents are also able to sign up and go on field trips."

"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."

"San Marino Retirement is a very friendly open atmosphere. Most of the residents are very welcoming, and most sit together at lunch and things like that. They're wonderful. They're very caring people. The food is wonderful, too. Our chef came from the Brown Palace. I love the structure of the building. I've got a balcony and great views. There's a fantastic garden outback. Regarding activities, we have a luau this summer, Grandparents Day, happy hour every Friday, and tailgate parties for every home game. There are different sizes of rooms. I have a one-bedroom, and the layout is very comfortable and perfect. And mine is carpeted except for the kitchen."

"We have a friend who lives in MorningStar Senior Living of Arvada. We visited her, and she took us around. It was really lovely. I would say that would be my favorite. They have an indoor pool, which is a nice feature. They really have a lot of spaces where you can do different kinds of activities and or have small parties of your own. Outside of your apartment, there are a lot of spaces where people can gather. Our friend was very happy there. They have a lovely terrace looking over the mountains. They have integrated assisted and independent living. Basically, assisted living apartments are closer to the elevator, so people don't have to go so far. The independent are farther away from the elevators, so people would have to walk farther. They have to be more mobile. That way of organizing is nice because it isn't that stark, like it's a different building, they have integrated activities for assisted and independent living, but I think they have separate dining halls for the two. Our friend really praised the food. They have a Jacuzzi as well. It was really nice because in the winter time if you go swimming, you don't have to go outside with wet hair. It's a really nice feature there, and it is probably why they're quite expensive. They don't really have a courtyard on the ground floor, but they have this nice space upstairs where they have planted plants outside on the roof. There is a space like that outside. Ground floor was mostly parking, and they have some garages. They had a full kitchen, and they had in-apartment laundry."

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"Brookdale Meridian Englewood is a gorgeous place, but it's not for somebody who doesn't do a lot of walking. It is tough to get around there, and their meals are on the first floor. The memory care side was OK, but their rooms are just kind of hospital-type. They didn't allow any personal items to be in the place to make you feel at home, but the facility is very clean. The gentleman that we were originally scheduled with didn't seem to have enough knowledge about the entire place, so he brought in somebody else, and she was fabulous."

"We like Brookdale University Park Colorado. Various rooms like the library, the movie room, the meeting room, and the art room were pretty much centrally located and were not spread out like some other places. We felt like it had a good feel to it. Everyone was very friendly. The dining area was fine. We had dinner there, and it was good. They have all kinds of groups, games, and activities. They take people to places, too. The staff seemed very helpful. The food was very good. There is quite a good selection. It is one of the best menus I've seen. The facility itself seems good. There is laundry in the apartment rather than having it on the floor or down a basement or something. There was no pool, but I think they go twice a week to the Y. They also have more men, close to 50% or something. It is nice to have some guys around."

"We went to see Sky Pointe Retirement Community, which is in Littleton, and that was probably our favorite. However, the cost there is a little more than what we can manage. The community was very welcoming. Just walking in the entrance, it felt like it was just a place that you'd like to be. The person who helped us during our visit was excellent. She was helpful and has sent a couple of responses since we've been there. The dining area was cafeteria style, where you could select what you wanted, and there was a good variety. It's also a very active community. We like the location because it's close to where we live now. It's also on the west side of Denver, and we like that the foothills are right behind it."

"I moved in November. I am in independent living. I visited many facilities and this was far and away my first choice. My apartment faces West and I have the most fantastic view of the front range. My balcony overlooks the court yard and I can hear the fountain. The common areas are attractive and cozy. The facility seems to put a great deal of care in the apartments . I feel right at home in my cozy nest. The food is ok. Sometimes it’s excellent and sometimes not so much. But there are many additional choices available to satisfy all tastes. What makes Springbrooke so special is the staff. They are kind, helpful and caring. They show so much patience. I’m happy with my choice"

"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."

"Keystone Place at Legacy Ridge could have been a place for my dad, but they don't have an opening. The facilities were clean, active, and accessible. The rooms were good. The lady who accommodated the tour was very energetic and understanding. They all sat us down in the beginning and gave a talk, and we asked questions. One thing about Keystone Place at Legacy Ridge is they have a very low turnover. Their staff tends to stay there for years. I thought it was going to be a lot more expensive than it was, so I was surprised to see that they were within range of everyone else."

"My dad moved into Brookdale Tamarac Square. There are a lot of things to like about it. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The environment is very nice for the money, and I think he will be very happy there. What I do not like is that the unit size could be a little bigger, but we understand that it will be smaller. He said the food is good. Most of the building is newly remodeled. Everything is very clean. They have movie nights. They have trips to different activities outside or to casinos. They have an exercise room, an activity room, and a movie theater. It feels very fresh and up-to-date and has a very friendly and welcoming atmosphere."