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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 298 independent living facilities in Adams County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Cost of independent living in Adams County, CO

The average cost of senior living in Adams County is $4,209 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Keenesburg, CO with an average of $3,114 per month.

Independent living costs in Adams County, CO, vs. nearby counties

Adams County, CO

$4,209/mo

Adams County, CO

$4,045/mo

Boulder County, CO

$4,319/mo

Independent living costs in Adams County, CO, vs. state and national averages

Adams County, CO

$4,209/mo

Colorado state

$3,831/mo

U.S. national average

$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Adams County, CO, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living

$6,486/mo

Memory Care

$7,563/mo

Independent Living

$4,209/mo

Independent living costs in Adams County, CO, by floor plan type

Studio

$2,840/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,853/mo

Senior living costs in Adams County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.

Column communityType: Community type

Column destination: Adams County, CO

Column state: Colorado

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Adams County, CO	Colorado	U.S.
Independent Living	$4,209/mo	$3,831/mo	$3,520/mo
Assisted Living	$6,486/mo	$6,474/mo	$5,830/mo
Memory Care	$7,563/mo	$7,448/mo	$6,999/mo

Independent Living

Adams County, CO:$4,209/mo

Colorado:$3,831/mo

U.S.:$3,520/mo

Assisted Living

Adams County, CO:$6,486/mo

Colorado:$6,474/mo

U.S.:$5,830/mo

Memory Care

Adams County, CO:$7,563/mo

Colorado:$7,448/mo

U.S.:$6,999/mo

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Independent living costs in Adams County, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Adams County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Adams County, COCO stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Adams County, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Adams County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.

Column location: Location

Column cost2024: 2024 average cost

Column cost2023: 2023 average cost

Column percentChange: Percent change

Location	2024 average cost	2023 average cost	Percent change
Adams County, CO	$3,467/mo	$3,676/mo	-5.7%
Colorado	$3,456/mo	$3,370/mo	+2.6%
National	$3,338/mo	$3,223/mo	+3.6%

Adams County, CO

2024 average cost:$3,467/mo

2023 average cost:$3,676/mo

Percent change:-5.7%

Colorado

2024 average cost:$3,456/mo

2023 average cost:$3,370/mo

Percent change:+2.6%

National

2024 average cost:$3,338/mo

2023 average cost:$3,223/mo

Percent change:+3.6%

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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.

Your Guide to Paying for Care

Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.

Your Guide to VA Benefits

The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.

Medicare and Medicaid

Understand the difference between these two public pay options, and what they cover.

What families are saying about independent living in Adams County

Recent reviews for independent living in Adams 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 ...

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 ...

St. Andrew's Village in Aurora, CO

4.8

My mom is happy there. They have lot to offer. There are good, friendly staff there. They promote and encourage getting to know other residents, which my mom likes. And the apartments are really nice as well.

Adams County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Adams County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Adams 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 Adams 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 Adams County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Adams County, CONational

Nutritionist / dietician

13.2%

18.1%

Low / no sodium

32.1%

30.5%

No sugar

28.8%

27.3%

Vegetarian

40.9%

29.8%

Pureed meals

16.7%

9.8%

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Availability of select dining options in Adams 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 Adams County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Adams County, CONational

Professional chef

47.1%

32.1%

Restaurant style dining

51.6%

38.3%

Room service

46%

32.6%

Anytime dining

24.4%

15.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Adams 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 Adams County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Adams County, CONational

Activity director

52.4%

39.7%

Pet-focused programs

48.8%

25.1%

Community service programs

52.9%

29.1%

Devotional activities on-site

50.7%

41.5%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

64.9%

43.2%

Outings / off-site activities

66.1%

47.4%

Piano or organ

59.7%

37.8%

Arts and crafts center

57.7%

34.1%

Educational speakers / life long learning

59.6%

36.8%

Clubs / games / karaoke

62.7%

41.6%

Live performances

61.6%

41.2%

Dances

52.2%

29.2%

Fitness center

62.4%

35.1%

Fitness classes

59%

40.8%

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Cost of independent living in Adams County, CO

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