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| Grace Pointe Senior Care Community | IL NH AL MC | Greeley (Cedarwoods) | 53
Facility
53
CO AVG
76
Rank
#348 / 527 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
CO AVG
51
Rank
#625 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ | - | - | - |
| Clermont Park | IL ADC AL MC NH SNF | Denver (University Hills) | 40
Facility
40
CO AVG
76
Rank
#381 / 527 | No |
66
Facility
66
CO AVG
51
Rank
#283 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms | - | Teresa Neal | Christian Living Neighborhoods | Private pay |
| Holly Creek | IL AL MC NH SNF | Centennial (East Peakview Avenue) | 25
Facility
25
CO AVG
76
Rank
#419 / 527 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
CO AVG
51
Rank
#584 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| Hover Senior Living Community | IL AL NH SNF | Longmont | 25
Facility
25
CO AVG
76
Rank
#419 / 527 | No |
46
Facility
46
CO AVG
51
Rank
#524 / 869 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| Frasier Retirement Community | IL AL NH SNF | Boulder (Frasier Meadows) | 54
Facility
54
CO AVG
76
Rank
#338 / 527 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
CO AVG
51
Rank
#300 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - | - | - |
| Continuing Care at Wind Crest | IL AL MC NH | Highlands Ranch (Westridge) | 44
Facility
44
CO AVG
76
Rank
#375 / 527 | No |
31
Facility
31
CO AVG
51
Rank
#671 / 869 | - | - | Kelsey J Ficca | Wind Crest, Inc | - |
| Oakwood Apartments | IL NH | Castle Rock | -
Facility
-
CO AVG
76
Rank
#378 / 527 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
CO AVG
51
Rank
#690 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| Liberty Heights | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Colorado Springs (Northgate) | 60
Facility
60
CO AVG
76
Rank
#299 / 527 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
CO AVG
51
Rank
#572 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Alina Solorzano | Ga Hc Reit II Liberty Trs Sub LLC | Private pay |
| Peaks Care Center | IL AL NH SNF | Longmont (Coffman Street) | 92
Facility
92
CO AVG
76
Rank
#189 / 527 | No |
80
Facility
80
CO AVG
51
Rank
#107 / 869 | - | A+ | Julian Hazlett | Heights Healthcare Company, LLC | Private pay, Medicaid, Medicare |
| Vi at Highlands Ranch | IL AL MC NH SNF | Highlands Ranch (Northridge) | - | Yes |
39
Facility
39
CO AVG
51
Rank
#584 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage | - | - | - | - |
| Brookdale Skyline | IL AL MC NH SNF | Colorado Springs | 82
Facility
82
CO AVG
76
Rank
#227 / 527 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
CO AVG
51
Rank
#794 / 869 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Anneliese Wilhelmina Muhlbauer | Blc - Village At Skyline LLC | Private pay, Medicare |
| Casey’s Pond Senior Living | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Steamboat Springs | 66
Facility
66
CO AVG
76
Rank
#280 / 527 | No |
89
Facility
89
CO AVG
51
Rank
#38 / 869 | - | - | Jeanine Woosley | Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association | - |
| Brookdale Greenwood Village | IL AL MC NH SNF | Greenwood Village | 90
Facility
90
CO AVG
76
Rank
#195 / 527 | Yes |
71
Facility
71
CO AVG
51
Rank
#207 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / Semi-Private / Private | B- | Tabetha Houston | Arc Greenwood Village, Inc | Private pay, Medicare |
| Villa Pueblo Senior Living Community | IL AL NH SNF | Pueblo (Belmont) | 90
Facility
90
CO AVG
76
Rank
#195 / 527 | No |
70
Facility
70
CO AVG
51
Rank
#226 / 869 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| Good Samaritan Society – Fort Collins Village | IL AL RC | Fort Collins (West Trilby Road) | 64
Facility
64
CO AVG
76
Rank
#289 / 527 | No |
16
Facility
16
CO AVG
51
Rank
#775 / 869 | - | A+ | Natalie Korell | The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society | Private pay, Medicaid, Medicare |
Brookdale Meridian Westland provides exceptional service for seniors in independent living. The retirement home strives to provide a dedicated approach to enhancing the quality of life for seniors in need of quality assistance by providing options that specifically cater to each individual’s needs while still maintaining a level of independence and individuality. As a member of the Brookdale Senior Living Group, the Meridian Westland community is guaranteed to provide a resident-centered atmosphere for its seniors, promoting a comfortable and secure living situation for them.
Life at Brookdale Meridian Westland is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone– spacious common areas, recreational rooms, housekeeping, and transportation services; management pride itself on its approach to modern assisted living care which is unparalleled with its remarkable care staff that offers compassionate care with their service.
Oakridge Crossing is one of the trusted independent living in Fort Collins. The home creates an open space for seniors to live life on their terms, and a place where the team of dedicated professionals is more than willing to provide a follow through the resident’s needs. Oakridge Crossing maintains an active lifestyle where endless possibilities await exploring.
Seniors can immerse themselves in the range of comprehensive services in store for them– specialized programs, social activities, and professional care services for short-term respite stays.
Holiday Greeley Place in Greeley, Colorado, boasts a distinctive charm that sets it apart in the community. With its small-town feel and close-knit atmosphere, this vibrant senior living community offers a unique sense of belonging. Residents can enjoy a lively calendar of events that add excitement to each day, complemented by the convenience of restaurant-style dining options. Nestled near attractions, seniors have a wealth of places to explore.
As an independent living community tailored for seniors, Holiday Greeley Place provides a welcoming and relieving environment. It delivers a lifestyle enriched with engaging activities and nearby attractions. This community stands as a testament to the concept of independent senior living, embodying the essence of independent living retirement communities.
The Good Samaritan Society – Fox Run Senior Living, nestled in the heart of Greeley, Colorado, stands out as a faith-based haven for seniors aged 55 and older. Beyond being a mere retirement community, Fox Run Senior Living offers a faith-infused, resort-style living experience. Families seeking genuine care for their loved ones can rest assured that this community is deeply committed to providing compassionate and faith-driven senior living services.
With sweeping views of the majestic Rocky Mountains, Fox Run boasts not only breathtaking scenery but also a wealth of activities to enhance residents’ lives. From picturesque walking trails to a well-equipped exercise room and a serene chapel, the community offers a plethora of options for active and fulfilling days. For those seeking social engagement, there’s a lively billiards and game room where friendships are fostered, and endless recreational and social activities ensure a vibrant community atmosphere. Welcoming new residents with open arms, Fox Run hosts welcome parties and offers complimentary transportation services.
Situated on South 21st Street, Colorado Springs, CO, Bear Creek Assisted and Senior Living is an eminent senior living community providing a spectrum of living options including independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term care, and skilled nursing. Featuring spacious and well-made floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors enjoy a luxurious and secure retirement. Reach your full potential with the highest quality of care and assistance from a kind and well-trained team of Bear Creek Assisted and Senior Living.
Bear Creek Assisted and Senior Living doubles its efforts to provide seniors with the proper support they need with various levels of care offered. With several activities to participate in inside and outside the campus, residents enjoy new endeavors and relive old hobbies. Treat yourself to restaurant-style dining that satisfies your dietary requirements and preferences. The community is a haven for seniors to live their golden years in comfort and luxury.
Ideally set near a shopping mall in Main Street, Longmont, CO, Solista Longmont by Cogir is an idyllic community that focuses on independent living. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, the community provides around-the-clock emergency and non-emergency response to ensure a maintenance-free lifestyle. Residents are free to select among a variety of well-designed residences ranging from studio to two-bedroom floor plans for better comfort and familiarity.
The community utilizes innovations like the Lively Mobile Plus Device to provide better support for residents without restraining their independence. Fun-filled activities and social events are also conducted to foster a sense of belongingness. With restaurant-style dining, residents will surely enjoy mealtimes that satisfy their dietary needs and tastes. Amenities include serene gardens and community grounds, a library, a fitness, center, an art room, and so much more.
Make the most of your best years at Innovage Senior Living, a distinguished 62+ community in Thornton, CO, offering independent living. The community strives to maintain the affordability of its thoughtfully designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom apartments, with income-based rents. Residents enjoy a convenient lifestyle with fully furnished apartments, allowing them to easily meet their needs.
With many shopping areas and delightful restaurants, residents have a variety of dining options that can satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Residents also enjoy the community’s on-site amenities, including the community garden, business center, arts & crafts room, a fitness center, and a community room for recreation and wellness. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement without hassles.
Nestled near Pioneer Park in Commerce City, CO, Conter Estates is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living. Residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans. The community strives to maintain affordability with income-based rents.
Residents make new friends and gain meaningful experiences with delightful local amenities and recreation sites nearby. With a full service kitchen on-site, residents enjoy delectable and well-balanced meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a library, an arts and crafts room, a billiards table, a fitness center, and a community room, creating the perfect setting for residents’ recreation and wellness.
Spectrum Senior Living runs Rigden Farm Senior Living out of the Rigden Farm neighborhood in Fort Collins, Colorado, a moderately walkable stretch (Walk Score 62) about 4.7 miles from the city center. Some daily errands are walkable from here; others will need a car. For an independent living community, that’s a reasonable position on the scale.
The building is three stories with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. It’s pet-friendly. Residents have access to transportation services and fitness and recreation facilities on-site. Sonja Guy is the Executive Director.
Rigden Farm is classified as independent living and is not a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid. Colorado licenses independent living communities through its own state regulatory framework, separate from the federal certification system that applies to skilled nursing and nursing home facilities. Families expecting to apply Medicare or Medicaid benefits toward a skilled nursing stay would need to look elsewhere; this is a private-pay independent living setting.
Rigden Farm fits the profile of a mid-size independent living option in a residential Fort Collins neighborhood: a branded Spectrum community with flexible unit sizes, pet accommodations, and on-site transportation, geared toward adults who want a structured living environment without clinical-level care.
At $4,745 monthly, Brookdale Meridian Lakewood is a residential community in Lakewood, Colorado, on South Balsam Street in an area with average walkability. It provides wide care support for residents who want community living with services and amenities access. The community offers one- and two-bedroom floor plans to accommodate different preferences and household sizes. It supports residents with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on-site 24/7, alongside more home care services when needed. This staffing structure lets residents get help with daily needs while maintaining independence. The 24-hour care staff presence means family members can have confidence that support is readily available.
Amenities reflect a focus on wellness, dining, and social engagement. Residents have access to a fitness center and wellness programs branded as Brookdale HealthPlus, along with a salon and spa services. The dining options include a formal dining room, restaurant, bistro, and café, giving residents flexibility in how and where they eat meals. Social spaces span a library, chapel, and courtyard with garden and walking paths, plus transportation services for outings and appointments. For residents and visiting family, the Wi-Fi, concierge service, and housekeeping and laundry support help simplify everyday life. The private dining choice works well for residents wanting to host family gatherings or meals in their own space. With such diverse amenities and a full roster of daily programming, the community aims to provide pragmatic support and a rich, engaged lifestyle.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Colorado
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 232 independent living communities in Colorado. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Colorado?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Colorado, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Colorado?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.


















