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Photo of Vi at Highlands Ranch, a CCRC
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Beautiful facilities, lots of activities—often run by residents rather than paid staff, residents are friendly but at the same time very clicky. Compared to similar facility in Minneapolis, Vi is way...
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.
Welcome to Vi at Highlands Ranch, the only Type A retirement community in Colorado. Our Life Plan Community, also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), provides residents with assisted and independent living as well as a continuum of care on-site. Located on 25 acres of...
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Everything is working out very well for my father in law here at this community. We are pleased with all they have done for us. He is very pleased with the meals, the food is good. There are nice activities...
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.
Welcome to Dayspring Villa! Dayspring Villa is an assisted living community of 70 private apartments. We offer many amenities that support our residents in being as independent as possible in their daily lives. Dayspring is a vibrant, friendly place that values diversity, dignity, respect and...
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A great community. And the rooms and grounds are well kept up and the staff is on top of things. The food is great and a variety. My mom loves the many activities she participates in, and a great choice of...
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.
A history rich in caring for the Denver community first started in 1872 when the Ladies Relief Society established a home for the elderly. Their foresight and determination to serve the community is exemplified today in how The Argyle Senior Living Community continues to meet the changing...
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I like this community. The staff is nice and caring and they go out of their way to be helpful. The menu is nice and a good variety. They do offer a lot of activities for her to stay active. We would...
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.
Nestled in a neighborhood where family and relationships come first you'll find Someren Glen Retirement Community. Our close-knit community invokes the feeling of joining loved ones around the kitchen table, or laughing with longtime friends in the backyard. Here, old friendships are renewed, new...
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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.
Heather Grove is an assisted living community located in the northwest section of downtown Denver, CO. Denver is known as the 'mile high' city as it is literally one mile above sea level. It is surrounded by the majestic Rocky Mountains and the High Plains. Denver is a bustling city with plenty...
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Overall experience was good. We had our loved one there for 3 es. 2 week stays and 2 weeks prior to her passing. Receptionist were great, staff was caring and competent, room was nice, very clean. We would...
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.
Premier Senior Living in Castle Pines, ColoradoWelcome to Legacy Village of Castle Pines, recent recipient of the Pinnacle® Customer Experience 2023 award/recognition. Conveniently located just 20 miles south of Denver, in one of Colorado's most upscale neighborhoods, Legacy Village is a premier...
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I chose Overture Central Park because it is closer to the hospital that my doctors are on staff at. The apartment sizes here are really good. They have a wonderful dog park if you have pets right in the...
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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.
With so much going on in the heart of Stapleton, you’re smart enough to know where to look first. To seek out a worry-free apartment that serves as a starting point for your life, rather than filling your days with the tasks of ownership and maintenance. To focus on everything that matters most,...
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The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. They have lots of activities including lectures, games and crafts for the residence. I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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.
Come home to your best life. Everleigh Central Park is a 55+ Active Adult apartment home community located in East Denver. Enjoy all the pleasures of resort-style living, while exploring all of the activities, cultural events, parks and gardens around Denver. We're conveniently located close to a...
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From the first moments I spoke with [name removed], the sales specialist at Overture 9th & CO, I knew my father would have a special new place to call home. I was uncertain of the move-in process amidst 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.
NOW OPEN! MOVE IN TODAY! Your life is on track. Now’s the time to experience a carefree lifestyle that lets you do what you really want, when you want. That’s the true spirit of independence at Overture. Here, you can focus on your passions, discover new interests, bond with new friends and so...
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The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. The restaurant needs more help, services is very slow. There aren't many activities outside of the facility.
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.
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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.
The Mary Sandoe House is the first Assisted Living in Boulder and Mary Sandoe had a desire to help others in the community in 1979. We are a small and cozy 24 residence in beautiful South Boulder with a great view of the Flat Irons that is central to shopping centers, library and bus. Residents...
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We chose Pine Trails at Castle Rock because of the value for the money and it was also the friendliness of the staff members, and when we walked in it just gave us a good overall feel. The room sizes here...
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.
NOW OFFERING ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARERecently built in 2012, Pine Trails at Castle Rock provides gracious, purpose-driven Assisted Living and Memory Care for loved ones. Located among the Rocky Mountains in beautiful Castle Rock, Colorado, our community empowers residents with the physical...
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We loved the Retreat They were very helpful and worked with us on any issues that came up My sister was very happy there We were sad when she not longer could live there due to declining health as she is now...
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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We are provided 3 good meals a day. Plus there are provision for extra snacks. Our rooms are cleaned for us weekly plus our laundry. The staff is cheerful friendly and courteous. Apt sizes seem to vary I am...
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.
Enjoy Every Minute of RetirementWe don’t like to brag, but we do think our assisted living community is one of the best in Colorado. But it isn’t just because we have a great location in downtown Denver or a beautiful building with spacious and elegantly-decorated common rooms. The men and women...
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My dear friend spent the last full year of her life in Flatirons Terrace. The residence was clean and healthy, fresh meals were served daily. The most significant to us were the kindness and helpfulness of...
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.
Flatirons Terrace is an independent living community in an exceptional location – the heart of Boulder. With carefully planned and spacious rental residences, life here is suited to your needs and tastes. Flatirons Terrace offers contemporary and comfortable architecture and interior design, with...
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She needs more people of their staff. They have nice activities, but ny cousin is in her 60ies, but there is nobody less than 70 and they are not easy to let anyone new in. They also don't celebrate all the...
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.
Welcome to Lowry Park!We are Lowry’s most affordable retirement community!Whether you are looking for retirement living, or assisted living services, Lowry Park can accommodate your needs!Safe, affordable and conveniently located, Lowry Park is adjacent to 40 acres of parks and recreational...
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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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I like where I live I liked it since I moved in 3 years ago and you know it's like with any place you live or if you're working it's like any place you work it has it has its trying times but you know the...
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.
"Committed to helping you live a vibrant, carefree lifestyle." At Cherry Creek, we are dedicated to providing our residents with five-star service, elegant amenities and the freedom to maintain an active lifestyle. Our caring professional staff is here to lavish you with attention while...
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Prior to my dad’s passing, he always spoke so highly of Balfour. He would often say, “I am grateful for Balfour. They take good care of me. They always say please and thank you and call me by my first...
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
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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.
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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As time goes by we are more and more happy with Garden Plaza. The majority of the staff is very experienced with the needs of the residents. The complex is laid out with a simple floor plan, wide halls,...
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.
We offer a resort style worry free lifestyle. Complete with all day dining, events, concerts, educational programs, 24 hour staff and security, transportation, weekly housekeeping, basic cable, wifi, and phone service with free long distance. Our apartments range from studios up to two...
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Hi there, I just wanted to share how every happy how my family has been with our 86yrs old Father in your care at this location (Solange at Grouseberry) Parker, Colorado. I would like to personally say THANK...
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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Overall Morningstar of Parker is a good place with a stable staff. The director is hands-on and works to make sure the place runs well. Overall, we are pleased with Morningstar Parker.
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.
Parker Senior Living by MorningStar Called to ServeParker Senior Living by MorningStar in Parker, 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. Parker Senior Living by offers...
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They were excellent at Sunnyslope Estate. They went over and above. My wife carries their business cards with her everywhere she goes. We only wish dad could have been at the facility longer. We were very...
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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.
Sunnyslope Estates is a unique alternative to living at home. Located in a peaceful Northglenn neighborhood, this private residence offers a home environment with the safety and peace of mind of a 24 hour care center. Private rooms, ample common area for activities and guests and a homey kitchen...
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I moved into Concordia on the Lake in May 2025. I am very happy here and am enjoying the variety of activities they offer. Everyone here is very friendly and helpful. My apartment is comfortable and well...
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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.
Concordia is an independent living facility that offers fully equipped apartments, but no medical or dining services. We do allow one pet per apartment under 35 lbs. and we are a totally non-smoking community.  We have a great activity program that happens both on and off the...

Cost of independent living in Santa Maria, CO

The average cost of senior living in Santa Maria is $4,312 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fairplay, CO with an average of $2,349 per month.

Independent living costs in Santa Maria, CO, vs. nearby cities

Santa Maria, CO
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$4,119/mo

Independent living costs in Santa Maria, CO, vs. state and national averages

Santa Maria, CO
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U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Santa Maria, CO, vs. other senior living options

$5,414/mo
Independent Living
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Independent living costs in Santa Maria, CO, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,470/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,318/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,775/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,579/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Maria 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: Santa Maria, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Maria, COColoradoU.S.
Independent Living$4,312/mo$4,170/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$5,227/mo$5,047/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$5,414/mo$5,141/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Santa Maria, CO:$4,312/mo
Colorado:$4,170/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Maria, CO:$5,227/mo
Colorado:$5,047/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Santa Maria, CO:$5,414/mo
Colorado:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Santa Maria, CO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Santa Maria 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Santa Maria, CO$3,384/mo$3,361/mo+0.7%
Colorado$3,278/mo$3,291/mo-0.4%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Santa Maria, CO
2024 average cost:$3,384/mo
2023 average cost:$3,361/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
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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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Santa Maria

Recent reviews for independent living in Santa Maria

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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StoneCreek of Littleton

4.8
We would rate everything a 5 except for the meals/dining which we would give a 3 there are many residents (not all) but including my father in law who complain about the food taste/temperature etc. But the staff has been amazing and very helpful in our thought situation.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and friendliness of the staff at various communities, including Springbrooke Senior Living, Lakewood Estates, and Brookdale Meridian Westland. Residents express appreciation for the personal connections they've formed with staff members and the overall sup ...
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Variety of activities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at communities like The Courtyards at Mountain View, Arbor View Senior Living, and Brookdale University Park. Activities include social events, crafts, fitness classes, and more, providing residents with opportunities to engage with thei ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of community living areas and individual apartments, with mentions in Garden Plaza of Aurora, The Ridge Pinehurst, and Cherry Creek Retirement Village. Maintenance teams respond promptly to requests and residents feel comfortable and car ...
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Engaging social environment. Communities like The Courtyards at Mountain View, Sunrise at FlatIrons, and Holiday Quincy Place provide opportunities for residents to connect with one another through shared activities, communal spaces, and regular social events. Residents enjoy forming new friendships and staying engage ...
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Excellent communication with families. Families appreciate the open and transparent communication they receive from community staff, as mentioned in reviews for Jackson Creek Senior Living, Courtyard At Lakewood, and Arbor View Senior Living. Regular updates and discussions help families feel informed and involved in their love ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Residents express their satisfaction with the quality and taste of the meals provided at communities, such as Arbor View Senior Living, Cherry Creek Retirement Village, and Brookdale Meridian Arvada. Meals cater to dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that residents lo ...
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Santa Maria independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Maria independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Maria, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
27.5%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Maria, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.1%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
36.3%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Maria, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.7%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.7%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.6%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
41.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.3%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.4%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41%
46.9%
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Montage Ridge, Sky Pointe Retirement Resort and Brookdale Lowry are the top-rated independent living facilities near Santa Maria, Colorado. See full list of communities.
There are 273 independent living facilities near Santa Maria, Colorado. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Santa Maria, Colorado are Sky Pointe Retirement Resort, Lakewood Estates and Brookdale Meridian Westland. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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