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10 Best Independent Living Communities in El Rancho, CO

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 58 independent living facilities in El Rancho, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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My mom lives at the Oberon House and a feel very good about the exceptional care she receives. The staff is very kind and caring, as is the owner of the Oberon who is on site almost daily. I believe that...
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.
Oberon House is an assisted living community located in picturesque Arvada, Colorado. In a Frank Lloyd Wright style setting and on the south side of a dominant hill, Oberon House lies to the east of the Denver skyline, to the south of Pike's Peak, and to the south of the foothills of Golden,...
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Cost of independent living in El Rancho, CO

The average cost of senior living in El Rancho is $4,147 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Bear Creek, CO with an average of $3,851 per month.

Independent living costs in El Rancho, CO, vs. nearby cities

El Rancho, CO
$4,145/mo

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

El Rancho, CO
$4,145/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in El Rancho, CO, vs. other senior living options

$5,298/mo
Independent Living
$4,145/mo

Independent living costs in El Rancho, CO, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,871/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,635/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,823/mo

Senior living costs in El Rancho 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: El Rancho, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEl Rancho, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,145/mo$4,170/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$5,161/mo$5,047/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$5,298/mo$5,141/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
El Rancho, CO:$4,145/mo
Colorado:$4,170/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
El Rancho, CO:$5,161/mo
Colorado:$5,047/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
El Rancho, CO:$5,298/mo
Colorado:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in El Rancho, CO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in El Rancho 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 El Rancho, CO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in El Rancho 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
El Rancho, CO$3,065/mo$2,873/mo+6.7%
Colorado$3,278/mo$3,291/mo-0.4%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
El Rancho, CO
2024 average cost:$3,065/mo
2023 average cost:$2,873/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
Colorado
2024 average cost:$3,278/mo
2023 average cost:$3,291/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in El Rancho

Recent reviews for independent living in El Rancho

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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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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El Rancho independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in El Rancho independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in El Rancho, 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 El Rancho 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 El Rancho partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
El Rancho, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.7%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.1%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
39.2%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.1%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in El Rancho 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 El Rancho communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
El Rancho, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.9%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
51%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Rancho 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 El Rancho offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
El Rancho, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.2%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.9%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.8%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
39.2%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.1%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.9%
46.9%
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