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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Dunton, CO
If you’re looking for independent living in the Dunton 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 Dunton. 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 8 independent living facilities in Dunton, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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My grandmother loved living at the homestead. The staff are very caring and very professional I always knew my grandmother was safe and taken care of. I would highly recommend the homestead. She loved the...
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.
At The Homestead at Montrose, we’re a welcoming independent and assisted living community where your needs are anticipated and accommodated – a comfortable, cheerful place you’ll be happy to call home.Delightful, flowering gardens and peaceful mountain views are the setting for Montrose assisted...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.5
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4 reviews
I placed my loved one here when his Alzheimer’s had progressed to the point that I could no longer safely care for him at home.He lived in the memory care unit for six months until his death. The proximity...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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19 reviews
We give a 5 rating on all areas so far. The staff is good but they need more help usually. We live in the independent cottages and they are perfect size for us. I would recommend Montage Creek to others...
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.
Savor the Golden YearsIf you want to live somewhere that provides you with all the comforts of home and the perks and conveniences of a destination resort, look no further. Because we provide independent and assisted living as well as memory care, we’re known as a continuing care retirement...
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
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.
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Cost of independent living in Dunton, CO
The average cost of senior living in Dunton is $5,026 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dove Creek, CO with an average of $3,562 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dunton, CO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dunton, CO vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dunton vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dunton, CO by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Dunton
Recent reviews for independent living in Dunton
The Homestead at Montrose
4.5
My mother in law enjoyed her respite stay at this community. The staff are pretty awesome. They are patient and worked well with her. She is able to have her hair done and they offer daily activities. The community is very nice and clean. The food is amazing. I would recommend this community.
Montage Creek in Montrose, CO
5.0
Location, facilities, staff. My loved one got very good care from the staff and Hospice. Also, my loved one was not there very long before they passed. I appreciate what they did for my loved one.
Sunshine Gardens in Durango, CO
4.6
The caregivers genuinely care about the residents. I don't ever have to worry about my mom being taken care of. They're also very good about updating about any concerns.
Dunton independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dunton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dunton, 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 Dunton 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 Dunton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dunton, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dunton 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 Dunton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dunton, CONational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dunton 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 Dunton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dunton, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Homestead at Montrose, Sunshine Gardens and Montage Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dunton, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Dunton, Colorado. See the full list.
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