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They are extremely friendly and have so many things and groups to do. All you have to pay is rent. All utilities included including TV/cable and internet. Having a garden to grow your vegetables is...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
we’ve created a new kind of 62+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rent includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot tub, community garden, dog park, workout facilities,...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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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I have been very pleased with the care that my mother has been receiving at this community, The staff have been absolutely wonderful and really have made sure my mom has felt comfortable and welcomed in her...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Canterbury Gardens provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our community delivers both Independent and...
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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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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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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: 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Holly Creek is a full-service continuing care retirement community located in Centennial.  We offer cottage and apartment homes on our 17-acre property.  Our flexible program provides lifestyle services for our residents including diverse activities, a unique meal program and extensive...
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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.
Sable Ridge Residences is a beautiful new senior residence at I-70 and Chambers. We are near to shopping, restaurants and bus service. Apartments have 9 ft ceilings with beautiful large windows, central air-conditioning, private balconies, storage, dishwashers, wood cabinetry and washer/dryer...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Both my mother who is almost 98 and my sister who has memory problems are both at Eastern Star. We love the caretakers, the food is good, the facility is lovely and they have many activities and events in...
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.
Eastern Star Masonic Retirement CampusEastern Star Masonic Retirement Campus is a memory care and assisted living community available in Denver, County of Denver, Colorado. This campus is situated on 19 acres of picturesque landscape in beautiful southeast Denver, conveniently located near city...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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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The staff at Clermont Park is very friendly and helpful-willing to address any concerns or issues. The housekeeping seems to be fine. I have not tried the meals, but there is a good variety and several...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
When it comes to quality senior living and trusted care, Christian Living Communities has a proven history of providing services you can count on. At Clermont Park, we continue that tradition with exceptional surroundings and dependable, compassionate care. Clermont Park is a complete community...

Cost of independent living in Bijou, CO

The average cost of senior living in Bijou is $4,024 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Limon, CO with an average of $3,224 per month.

Independent living costs in Bijou, CO, vs. nearby cities

Bijou, CO
$4,024/mo
$3,956/mo

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

Bijou, CO
$4,024/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Bijou, CO, vs. other senior living options

$5,206/mo
Independent Living
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Bijou, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,399/mo
Studio
$5,323/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,408/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,122/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,281/mo

Senior living costs in Bijou 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: Bijou, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBijou, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,024/mo$4,182/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,006/mo$5,050/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,206/mo$5,145/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Bijou, CO:$4,024/mo
Colorado:$4,182/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Bijou, CO:$5,006/mo
Colorado:$5,050/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Bijou, CO:$5,206/mo
Colorado:$5,145/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Bijou, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bijou 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Bijou, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bijou 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 median 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
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bijou, CO$3,274/mo$3,311/mo-1.1%
Colorado$3,277/mo$3,262/mo+0.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Bijou, CO
2024 average cost:$3,274/mo
2023 average cost:$3,311/mo
Percent change:-1.1%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,277/mo
2023 average cost:$3,262/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bijou

Recent reviews for independent living in Bijou

Lynwood Senior Apartments in Denver, CO

5.0
All 5 stars! The manager, [name removed] has been great!

Cadence Aurora

3.9
My loved one was a resident at Cadence Aurora for a little over a month. Some of the staff was excellent while others not so good. I do not think her room was ever cleaned while she was there. Some of her clothes were not returned after they were sent for washing and she received other people's ...
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Belleview Suites at DTC in Denver, CO

4.5
We did not find another facility in Denver that met all the medical needs for our mom like B.Suites.@DTS. Her care there was over 3 years. We found the staff and workers appreciating and assisting mom on every level. No complaints from this family. Even when there was some normal concerns we ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Varied and plentiful activities. Many reviews praise the wide range of activities offered in communities, allowing residents to stay engaged and socialize. At The Courtyards at Mountain View, residents enjoy bingo, bridge groups, and history presentations, while at Brookdale Meridian Englewood, activities include a fitness ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Residents express appreciation for the caring nature of staff members, who go above and beyond to provide excellent care and support. At Garden Plaza of Aurora, families have developed long-term friendships with caregivers, while at The Carillon at Belleview Station, staff are praised for th ...
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Cosy and welcoming community atmosphere. Numerous reviews mention the warm and inviting atmosphere of the community, with residents enjoying getting to know one another and forming friendships. At Balfour at Riverfront Park, the friendliness of staff and residents is highlighted, while at Holiday Quincy Place, residents comment on ...
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Delicious and customizable meals. Quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Brookdale Tamarac Square, the chef accommodates individual preferences, while at The Courtyards at Mountain View, residents look forward to mealtimes every day. Some communities, like Melod ...
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Thoughtfully maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of both private rooms and common areas within the community. At Holiday Sunridge, the renovated patio and dining room are praised, while at Lakeview Senior Living, residents appreciate the bright and well-lit community spaces.
Flexible care and support services. Families appreciate the individualized attention and accommodating nature of care services, allowing residents to receive the care they need while maintaining their independence. At Aspen Trail Retirement Resort, Aspen Trail offers a range of care services, while at Cherry Creek Retirement Vi ...
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Bijou independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bijou independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bijou, 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 Bijou 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 Bijou partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bijou, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
26.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Bijou 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 Bijou communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bijou, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bijou 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 Bijou offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bijou, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
36.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
24.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.8%
47%
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Brookdale Lowry, Aspen Trail Retirement Resort and Melody Living of Colorado Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bijou, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 223 independent living facilities near Bijou, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bijou, Colorado are Brookdale Lowry, Brookdale Tamarac Square and Brookdale Vista Grande. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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