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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Applewood, CO
If you’re looking for independent living in the Applewood area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Applewood. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 104 independent living facilities in Applewood, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Baker, Washington Park West and Westwood.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Denver, Boulder and Littleton.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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.
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Of course no place is perfect, but since manager [name removed] took over more about two years ago, she and her staff have been working hard to affect many improvements. They've been addressing both the...
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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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Drehmoor Apartments is a Section 8 senior housing community for seniors aged 55+ that is located in the city of Denver, CO. The neighborhood of the apartment community is mainly made up of low income people. Denver is the largest city in the state and you will find many amenities if you are able...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Argonaut Apartments is an affordable, independent living community for seniors 55 and over. The building, located in historic downtown Denver, was recently renovated. Utilities are paid, access to the building is controlled, and there is laundry on-site. There are retail shops and restaurants...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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Kings Point Apartments is a senior housing building in the beautiful and refreshing city of Denver, Colorado. Kings Point Apartments if the perfect choice if you are looking for a safe and comfortable place to call home. Denver is truly a city for everyone. Surrounded by glorious views of the...
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Applewood, CO
The average cost of senior living in Applewood is $4,330 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dakota Ridge, CO with an average of $4,029 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Applewood
Recent reviews for independent living in Applewood
Bethesda Gardens Thornton
4.3
When my loved one was ill, the staff were very responsive to our phone calls and also offered supportive and medical care to them. The staff are very friendly and caring.
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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Applewood independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Applewood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Applewood, 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 Applewood 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 Applewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Applewood, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Applewood 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 Applewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Applewood, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Applewood 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 Applewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Applewood, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
34.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale North Boulder, Brookdale Meridian Arvada and Brookdale Greenwood Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Applewood, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 104 independent living facilities near Applewood, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Applewood, Colorado are Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Brookdale Greenwood Village and Brookdale Tamarac Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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