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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 12 independent living facilities in South Platte, 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 Glen Park, Pine Crest and Speer.
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Photo of The Gardens at Columbine
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9.0
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24 reviews
9.0
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24 reviews
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We had an excellent experience. The staff was incredibly kind and patient with us, our situation and our father.We picked the place because it was not overly big, location was good (there were closer...
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.
The Gardens at Columbine is a unique, locally owned and managed assisted living community located in the southwest metropolitan area of Denver in Littleton, Colorado. The Gardens offers residents and families not only a beautiful community it offers exceptional experience in senior care directed...
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99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.8
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32 reviews
8.8
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32 reviews
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Would prefer to have more flexibility in seating in dining room for meals. Addressed with leadership and informed people can select to sit anywhere.
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.
Welcome HomeWith individualized care plans and a kind and compassionate care team available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, it’s no wonder our assisted living residents love it here. They’ve traded in the mundane tasks like cooking, cleaning and maintaining a house for a retirement that lets...
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Photo of MorningStar of Littleton
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55 Floor plans available
8.5
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20 reviews
8.5
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20 reviews
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My mother stayed here and she received excellent care from all the staff. she enjoyed being there. The nursing staff was very attentive and would answer when ever she used the call button. I highly recommend...
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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1212 Floor plans available
8.0
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11 reviews
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The community is lovely and my 92 year old mother is settling in. She commented that there are not a lot of planned activities and the bus system runs on a limited basis. The people are friendly and the...
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.
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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44 Floor plans available
6.8
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8 reviews
6.8
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Balfour Littleton went above and beyond in caring for my friend during his battle with ALS. Their unwavering kindness and genuine care made a difficult journey a little easier to bear. They not only provided...
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.
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Photo of Solange at South Forrest
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We chose Solange at South Forrest because of the convenient location. We did not have any issues with communication from staff. Everyone here was wonderful and I would absolutely recommend them.
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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Concordia on the Lake is such a wonderful place to live. The staff is helpful, friendly and caring. There are lots of fun activities. The other tenants are very welcoming and kind. I am so happy I chose to...
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.
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...
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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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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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Photo of Solange at Clairton
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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.
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Cost of independent living in South Platte, CO

The average cost of senior living in South Platte is $4,126 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Castle Pines North, CO with an average of $3,845 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Platte, CO vs. nearby cities

South Platte, CO
$4,126/mo
$4,018/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Platte, CO vs. the state and national average

South Platte, CO
$4,126/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Platte vs. other types of senior living

$5,197/mo
Independent Living
$4,126/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in South Platte, CO by room type

Semi-Private
$6,326/mo
Studio
$5,899/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,153/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,799/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in South Platte over time

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What families are saying about independent living in South Platte

Recent reviews for independent living in South Platte

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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Brookdale Tamarac Square in Denver, CO

4.7
Every time I enter - someone greets me by name. My brother is very happy at Brookdale. He is finally meeting new people & reaching out to participate in more activities. Thank you!

South Platte independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Platte independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Platte, 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 South Platte 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 South Platte partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Platte, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Platte 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 South Platte communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Platte, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Platte 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 South Platte offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Platte, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.1%
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Brookdale Greenwood Village, Brookdale University Park and Brookdale Tamarac Square are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Platte, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near South Platte, Colorado. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in South Platte, Colorado are Brookdale Greenwood Village, Brookdale University Park and Brookdale Tamarac Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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