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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Carbondale, CO

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We chose Renew Roaring Fork because it was a newer and it was the nicest facility in our area. They also offered assisted living that can transition into memory care. The room sizes here are great, they are...
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.
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My dearest grandmother moved in 1 year ago and has been the happiest she has ever been. The food is amazing, the staff is attentative and helpful, their activities and crafts keep them busy throughout their...
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.
The Chateau at Rifle is a beautifully appointed home designed for an active senior lifestyle with wide hallways, no steps, and private apartments. Our home is dedicated to creating a warm, cheerful, and attentive atmosphere for seniors in the Rifle area.Well-trained professional staff members are...
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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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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.
Open Gate Assisted Living is centrally located in beautiful Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Established in 1996, we pride ourselves on providing care that nourishes the mind, body and spirit. Our services and amenities are geared towards improving the overall well being of our residents. Our staff...
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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.
Carefree living at Castle Peak means you no longer have the worries of home ownership. All housekeeping, personal laundry and flat linens, maintenance, repairs, snow removal and lawn care are done for you. Property taxes and all utilities are paid except phone and cable TV. Castle Peak will also...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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.
Creek Vista Senior Apartments is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for independent living at a cost that is affordable to seniors. Low cost for high living. Located at the base of Lamborn Mountain in Paonia, Colorado, Creek Vista offers the best of home town friendliness with...
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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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Cost of independent living in Carbondale, CO

The average cost of senior living in Carbondale is $4,299 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leadville North, CO with an average of $2,606 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Carbondale, CO vs. nearby cities

Carbondale, CO
$4,299/mo
$3,841/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Carbondale, CO vs. the state and national average

Carbondale, CO
$4,299/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Carbondale vs. other types of senior living

$5,081/mo
Independent Living
$4,299/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Carbondale, CO by room type

Studio
$5,819/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,281/mo
2 Bedroom
$12,500/mo

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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.

What families are saying about independent living in Carbondale

Recent reviews for independent living in Carbondale

Chateau at Rifle

5.0
My 85yr old grandfather always talks about how great the staff is at the Château. He loves it there. Everytime I visit, he is always so happy. His room is always so clean and lovely. The other residents show how well everyone is treated there.

Carbondale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carbondale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carbondale, 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 Carbondale 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 Carbondale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carbondale, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Carbondale 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 Carbondale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carbondale, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carbondale 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 Carbondale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carbondale, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Chateau at Rifle, Roaring Fork Senior Living and Sopris Lodge at Carbondale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carbondale, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Carbondale, Colorado. See the full list.

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