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10 Best Independent Living Communities in La Plata County, CO
If you’re looking for independent living in the La Plata County 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 La Plata County. 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 10 independent living facilities in La Plata County, 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 Durango, Bayfield and Mayday.
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They are taking excellent care of him, but when it comes to activities they need something that the impaired hearing and impaired sight can do. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this...
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 Bridge at Farmington, New Mexico, gives residents the freedom to experience continued independence and an active lifestyle in a beautiful assisted living community.Friendly associates work to ensure each resident’s quality of life by offering a wide variety of services and amenities focused...
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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.
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.
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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I have 2 elderly parents who BOTH have different dementias & I'm the only living adult "child" & I'm 100% disabled! PTL my parents saved their money for this time in their lives AND also bought longterm care...
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.
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 La Plata County, CO
The average cost of senior living in La Plata County is $4,080 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Durango, CO with an average of $4,080 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in La Plata County, CO vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in La Plata County, CO vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in La Plata County, CO by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in La Plata County
Recent reviews for independent living in La Plata County
Beehive Homes Of Farmington
4.9
Both of my parents were in another, bigger assisted living place the past 2 years & I wasn't happy seeing things they neglected to do, or tried to hide, etc. I have never been a caregiver b4 & didn't know the difference, until I was "forced" by the 1st to move my parents. The sweet Beehive made ...
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The Bridge at Farmington Assisted Living
4.9
My loved one, liked the food, and it was very good. They offered a lot of activities but my loved one did not participate in any. The value for the money was good, but was expensive. They took really good care of my loved one. The satff was very friendly, and compassionate. Overall, it is a ...
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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.
La Plata County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in La Plata County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in La Plata County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dining options in La Plata County 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 La Plata County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
La Plata County, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in La Plata County 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 La Plata County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
La Plata County, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Bridge at Farmington Assisted Living, Sunshine Gardens and Madison House-Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near La Plata County, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near La Plata County, Colorado. See the full list.
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Independent Living in Cities Near La Plata County
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