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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Erie, CO
If you’re looking for independent living in the Erie 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 Erie. 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 23 independent living facilities in Erie, 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 Speer, Cheesman Park and Athmar Park.
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All 5s! The Creative Director has great programs for all and based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend Brookdale North Boulder to other families who may need a place for their loved...
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.
Pursue Your Best YearsWhen you decide to call our independent living community in Boulder, Colorado home, you’ll experience a retirement fit for kings and queens. Prepare to enjoy resort-style living, scenic views of the lush Colorado landscape, and the fine company of men and women who will...
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7 reviews
The food was excellent, hot and well prepared with good variety. My brother was a little bit bothered that on my moms last medical issue (she fell and had to go to the ER, and then to rehab) they chose to...
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.
Often there are no clear lines separately independent living, assisted living, memory care or even skilled nursing, a cornerstone of The Balfour Way is offering a continuum of care. This allows our residents to age in place and maintain relationships with friends and staff through different...
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63 reviews
Building and apartments are beautiful and well built. Nice location on golf course and mountain views. Activities are top notch. They struggle to keep help, so maintenance is not responsive and dining has to...
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.
Sunrise at FlatIrons is a resort-style Sunrise Senior Living community located at 400 Summit Blvd in Broomfield, Colorado. Situated between the upscale Flatirons Crossing Mall and the Omni Interlocken Golf Course, Sunrise at FlatIrons offers a lifestyle free from the worries of home maintenance,...
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41 reviews
The care they provide is fantastic. They check on my mom just to make sure she is ok. We have a lot of fun at the activities. The mother's day tea was a blast. The health Director is fast and efficient. If...
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.
Legend is an assisted living and memory care residence dedicated to providing quality services in a warm, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We remain dedicated to those who entrust their housing and...
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88 reviews
What I like most about Highland Trail is that it is manageable for my mom-at 86 she can feel independence in this place. I have peace of mind
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.
Highland Trail provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds in a charming suburb of Broomfield, we're just minutes from shopping, healthcare, golfing, dining and wonderful local entertainment. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent...
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35 reviews
We loved the assisted living side at The Peaks at Old Laramie. He moved to memory care. We do not like the activities on that side and we do not feel the care is the same from all the staff like it was on...
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.
At The Peaks at Old Laramie Trail Senior Living, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi...
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6 reviews
We are disappointed by additional costs after we were clearly told there would be NO additional costs. Disappointed by the demeanor of the RN on staff, she is NOT nice! Overall, The Gallery at Broomfield is...
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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8.3
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25 reviews
It was so long ago that it is hard to be specific on things, but they respected us and our needs. They were prompt in addressing any issue I had. And he was not there very long.
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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7.9
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80 reviews
The staff was very nice and the cost was very reasonable. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families, this was a good place for my mom
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.
Set amidst Colorado's majestic mountains and ten miles north of Denver, Northglenn Heights Assisted Living and Memory Care Community offers a lifestyle that meets your unique needs. With proximity to an extensive Greenway trails and parks system, Webster Lake and the acclaimed Butterfly Pavilion,...
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7.8
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42 reviews
I'm happy to have my Mom there. They know her well and take great care of her. Staff is responsive and caring. The facility is lovely and her apartment is perfect for her. They have a lot of activities and...
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.
Start a Vibrant Retirement: Assisted Living and Memory Care at Park Regency Thornton If you're looking for a tranquil but active assisted living or memory care community in the north Denver area, look no further. At Park Regency Thornton, a Bethesda Senior Living Community, experience inspired...
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7.2
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20 reviews
Caring staff, excellent activities. Beautiful facility. The room sizes in memory care are quite large, very nice. I cannot say enough good things about the facility and staff. We are very pleased and would...
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.
The Balfour Way – Our ApproachAt Balfour, life is all about having extraordinary choices.Our communities are well-regarded for their comfortable elegance and for the individualized quality of life. But it’s our dedication to service, innovation, and respect that truly define The Balfour Way.At...
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[name removed] is always very pleasant and professional. She always has a smile on her face. The activities are well laid out and lots of fun. I even enjoy participating myself! I feel that [name removed]...
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.
The Balfour Way – Our ApproachAt Balfour, life is all about having extraordinary choices.Our communities are well-regarded for their comfortable elegance and for the individualized quality of life. But it’s our dedication to service, innovation, and respect that truly define The Balfour Way.At...
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The staff is very helpful and friendly. The food is amazing and they have lots of activities going on and more coming soon. The community is neat and clean and I would recommend this community to others...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
In Assisted Living, you can choose from Studio, a 1 bedroom or a 2 bedroom. Our 1 and 2 bedroom apartments feature a kitchenette (with a refrigerator, freezer, microwave, sink and cabinets), private bathroom (2 bathrooms in 2 bedroom), living room, tiled sunroom, deck/balcony, individual...
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Thank you to the crossroads team. You made my parents lives so meaningful! All the new friends they have made are amazing. Food is wonderful and we can’t say enough about the excellent staff. Thanks for all...
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.
If you are looking for a unique blend of housing, personal care with independence, and dignity, Crossroads Assisted Living may be the answer.At Crossroads, we take the worry out of senior living. Crossroads communities serve the needs of many seniors by providing an environment that is safe,...
7.0
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6 reviews
We picked this community for my loved one, because of the value for cost, nice apartments, and location. They have very friendly residents and management. It's close to main retail stores and the...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Affinity at Lafayette we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1517, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot tub,...
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The friendliness of the staff gets a 5! You helped us find y place for our Mom, a little over a year later she was gone. But Waneka Park really helped improve her quality of life in her last year. Now, it is...
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.
Waneka Park Assisted living Community is located in a quiet neighborhood, just steps away from Old Town Lafayette. We are also close to hospitals, medical practices, shopping centers and the RTD Bus Station. Waneka Park offers personal care plans specific to each individual's needs. We have 24...
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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: 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.
Imagine a community that actually helps seniors rejuvenate their minds, bodies, and lives. Could you see yourself living there? Are you ready to start another wonderful chapter of your life? Come to the Avenues Crofton Park and see what the best version of your story looks like. You have the...
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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, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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Alta Vita is the BEST assisted living I have known. [Name removed] has been one amazing employee over the months she has been working for this company, always has a big smile & is such hard worker girl. I...
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.
AltaVita Senior Residences offers state of the art Memory Care and Assisted Living. AltaVita is a locally-owned and family-oriented community in Longmont, Colorado, north of the Boulder-Denver area. We provide high quality apartment suites in a warm environment while offering services and...
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For me this has been a wonderful fit in many ways. The property management team, Sara Hull and her husband, have been outstanding! This is a great first step into senior living and I could not be happier.
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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.
Crab Apple CourtCrab Apple Court in a 55 and over community located in Longmont, in Boulder and Weld counties, CO. Longmont, which is situated just northeast of Boulder, is known for its beautiful scenery and multicultural heritage. The city’s diversity is celebrated through its museums,...
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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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Cost of independent living in Erie, CO
The average cost of senior living in Erie is $4,107 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brighton, CO with an average of $3,998 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Erie, CO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Erie, CO vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Erie, CO by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Erie
Recent reviews for independent living in Erie
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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Erie independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Erie independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Erie, 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 Erie 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 Erie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
43.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Erie 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 Erie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
56.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Erie 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 Erie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
69.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
82.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
73.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
78.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
73.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
60.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
69.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
78.3%
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Brookdale North Boulder, Brookdale Meridian Arvada and Brookdale Lowry are the top-rated independent living facilities near Erie, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 23 independent living facilities near Erie, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Erie, Colorado are Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Brookdale Parkplace and Brookdale Arvada. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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