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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Garo, CO
If you’re looking for independent living in the Garo 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 Garo. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
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The community does really feel like a community, and I feel like I know the staff and they take good care of my loved one. communication is good between the staff and our family they keep us well informed. ...
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.
Nestled in a serene mountain setting, Elk Run Assisted Living Community provides quality care to seniors. An easy commute from Denver or points west on the I-70 corridor, Elk Run is just minutes from the freeway. The facility adjoins mountain open space, offering views of meadows and wildlife....
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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.
Mount Massive Manor is a smaller 24 unit assisted living senior residence situated in historic Leadville Colorado. With fantastic views of the Colorado Mountains, and steps from the Mineral Belt trail, we are a perfect place to put your feet up or to get out for some fresh mountain air. We are a...
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: 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Garo, CO
The average cost of senior living in Garo is $2,624 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buena Vista, CO with an average of $916 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Garo, CO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Garo, CO vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Garo
Recent reviews for independent living in Garo
Elk Run Assisted Living Community in Evergreen, CO
4.3
We were not able to go in a visit once the virus came, however the determination of the marketing person really stood out to us. They were very accommodating and very helpful. Our loved ones room looked out across the meadow where he could see the Elk's.
Garo independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garo, 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 Garo 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 Garo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garo, CONational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Garo 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 Garo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garo, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Garo 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 Garo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garo, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elk Run Assisted Living Community, Sunrise Manor and Mount Massive Manor Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Garo, Colorado. See full list of communities.
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