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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Genesee, CO
If you’re looking for independent living in the Genesee 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 Genesee. 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 Genesee, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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When we were trying to get my dad approved for VA benefits everyone was cooperative, then when the new VA forms came out in 2023 all of a sudden they would not sign the necessary forms. They claim it was the...
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.
Among many, one big point of difference that makes us unique is our level of service and amazing team. Starting with our Executive Director, Daniel Cooke, who has been with Brookdale for over 7 years and has a background in caregiving. Our Associate Executive Director, Chris Blake, has been a...
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My experience has been "positive" so far. Everyone that is employee with Woodlake Legacy does their "very best" to provide the care "via" all the their community staff make that happen. Thank you!!! However,...
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.
Holistic LivingLiving a holistic live encompasses more than your physical well-being. Whether you are part of our assisted living, memory care or skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Lakewood, Colorado, you will enjoy programs and activities designed to cultivate wellness in your body,...
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63 reviews
My mom has truly found a community with the other residents and the staff; it's like a second family! It is so reassuring to know that she is surrounded by people who truly care and go out of their way to...
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.
The Luxury of IndependenceNestled within the charming city of Lakewood, Colorado, you’ll discover an independent living community that feels more like a resort. Brimming with luxury services and amenities like an on-campus bistro, putting green, billiards room, and more, you can soak up the best...
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9.0
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39 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Brookdale Meridian Lakewood and the experience there was great. Communication with the family was good. I would recommend this facility to others, based on our...
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.
How does a retirement with fewer chores and more adventures sound? We’ll take care of the chores while you focus on what you want to do. Here at our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) with both independent living and skilled nursing, if you or your spouse need more care later,...
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13 reviews
Golden Lodge Assisted Living is very accommodating in creating a program based on individual needs. We used them for respite care for my husband.
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.
Locally owned and operated Retirement Community, offering both Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Services. Golden Lodge is the newest senior living community located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Our goal is to enhance the lives of people age 55-plus with an exceptional lifestyle,...
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21 reviews
The people at Morningstar are amazing! They treat their residents with respect, dignity and love. The food is really good, and families are able to share a meal with their loved one at any time. I NEVER...
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.
MorningStar of LittletonCalled to ServeMorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Littleton in Littleton, Colorado, celebrates and elevates life for those who taught the rest of us how to live: our seniors, men and women through whom America was preserved and strengthened. MorningStar of...
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8.6
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12 reviews
Sky Pointe is a great place to live especially friendly staff. Enough activities for every age. Comparing Sky Pointe with other like facilities in the area this place has the and best fees for the buck!
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.
Engage, Enjoy and Live!Affordable, lavish & amenity filled independent living made simple. Let us take care of your needs, so you can enjoy the important things in life.Sky Pointe Retirement Resort is a beautiful new Resort Lifestyle Community coming to Littleton, CO late 2018. Sky Pointe...
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8.6
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75 reviews
While my mother’s stay, she was met with so much kindness ,understanding and overall care. All the staff was so friendly and caring. They went above and beyond in their everyday duties. Manager [name...
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.
Lakewood Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on gorgeous, landscaped grounds in the thriving town of Lakewood, you'll love our tastefully elegant facilities and all the conveniences of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping,...
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8.0
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10 reviews
I don't think that there are any places that are good value for the money. $[removed] a month is insane. They should be getting personal Massages upon request.
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.
Independent and Assisted Living at its Best!MorningStar of Arvada is an independent and assisted living community ideally situated on 1.5 acres, encircled by historic Golden with nearby Arvada Reservoir.MorningStar of Arvada is dedicated to creating a true home, where your retirement years can be...
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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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My experience with Clear Creek Commons so far has been a good one, my only issue has been the fact that I have to cook my own food. The community is clean and well-kept. There aren't many activities for the...
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.
Best Senior 55 or Better Property, located in the heart of downtown Golden, Colorado. Where the team goes above and beyond to make your home the best. The team has over 30 years combined in senior care. Clear Creek Commons was nominated for best Senior Property in 2019 Nationally. We deliver...
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Overall, I've been very satisfied with the care and the facilities. The staff is wonderful. There's one caregiver in particular who is always cheerful when she comes in, she gives compliments, and she...
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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62 reviews
This place has been under renovation. They are still working on the kitchen but all new furniture. My first two weeks were not great. Non existent orientation. Things have improved. I take Gene on...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Applewood Place, A Juniper Senior Living Community, provides assisted living and award winning Wellspring Memory Care. Located in a charming neighborhood just south of Golden and ten minutes from downtown Denver and the Rocky Mountain foothills, Applewood Place is a community where older adults...
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Westhaven Apartment Homes is managed properly with nice people and residents. They have security and they'll let me in when I don't have my key, so that I don't have to wait outside forever. They also have...
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.
Something special has arrived... Lakewood's best kept secret for ages 55 and better! Nestled in the heart of Lakewood... Located in a quiet friendly residential neighborhood with a wealth of amenities, The Westhaven Apartment Homes place you within minutes of everything the Greater Metro area...
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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.
Epoque Golden Apartments in Golden Colorado, is where the perfect location meets a one-of-a-kind 55+ luxury community. Find yourself submerged in the most beautiful mountain views, surrounded by hundreds of acres of local parks. Enjoy luxury senior living in Golden, as you explore top attractions...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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As a long time resident of Senior Villa Apartments I must respond to some of the comments.. My personal experience here is that I have been treated with respect. My work orders have all been completed in a...
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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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Cost of independent living in Genesee, CO
The average cost of senior living in Genesee is $4,220 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Bear Creek, CO with an average of $3,863 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Genesee, CO vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Genesee, CO vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Genesee, CO by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Genesee
Recent reviews for independent living in Genesee
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Welcoming and friendly staff and residents. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at the community, with both staff and residents being described as kind and approachable. At Brookdale Meridian Westland, residents express appreciation for the staff's attentiveness and the residents' sense of community. At Brookdale ...
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Varied and engaging activities for socializing. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities that keep them engaged and socially active. At Brookdale Meridian Westland, an annual ball game, regular outings, ball games, and craft activities are mentioned. At Brookdale Meridian Arvada, residents participate in card games, movies, and Bible st ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, with residents expressing satisfaction with the well-maintained facilities. At Brookdale Meridian Arvada, the community is described as clean and attractive, while at Brookdale Meridian Arvada, the entrance patio and l ...
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Helpful and accommodating staff. Staff members are described as helpful, friendly, and accommodating in many reviews. At Brookdale Meridian Arvada, the staff is commended for their responsiveness to residents' concerns and questions. At Brookdale Meridian Westland, staff members go the extra mile to know residents' names an ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Spring Ridge Park Assisted Living, residents mention enjoying mealtimes and having dietary restrictions accommodated. At Brookdale Meridian Arvada, while some reviews express disappointment with the fo ...
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Secure and safe living environment. Residents feel safe and secure in their community, with some mentioning the importance of this factor in their decision to move in. At Brookdale Meridian Arvada, residents express feelings of safety and security, while at Brookdale Meridian Westland, the staff is described as attentive and c ...
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Genesee independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Genesee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Genesee, 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 Genesee 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 Genesee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Genesee, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Genesee 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 Genesee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Genesee, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Genesee 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 Genesee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Genesee, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.4%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale North Boulder, Brookdale Meridian Arvada and Brookdale Greenwood Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Genesee, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 23 independent living facilities near Genesee, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Genesee, Colorado are Brookdale Meridian Arvada, Brookdale Greenwood Village and Brookdale Tamarac Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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