Page 5 of Best Independent Living in Colorado

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 234 independent living communities in CO using CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in CO
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Avg Walk Score: 55/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Colorado. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 90The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Colorado. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Payment methods or payer types accepted (e.g. private pay, Medicaid), as reported in state or survey data.
Villa Pueblo Senior Living Community
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Pueblo (Belmont)
90
Facility 90
CO AVG
Rank #115 / 233
No
70
Facility 70
CO AVG
Rank #94 / 256
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Good Samaritan Society – Loveland Village
IL
AL
HC
RC
Loveland
104Yes 7 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Tammi Lynn LehtoThe Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan SocietyPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
Colorado Springs (Northgate)
105Yes 3 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedC-Krystal DeloriaVop Stonecreek Flying Horse, LLCPrivate pay
Balfour at Longmont
IL
AL
MC
RC
Longmont
160Yes 45 Studio / 1 Bed-Kellaway LambBsl Longmont Management Co, LLCPrivate pay
The Commons of Hilltop
IL
AL
MC
Grand Junction
185Yes 40 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Timindra BoyerHilltop Health Services CorporationPrivate pay, Medicaid
Mountain Vista Senior Living Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Wheat Ridge (Appleridge Estates)
168
Facility 168
CO AVG
Rank #16 / 233
Yes
35
Facility 35
CO AVG
Rank #211 / 256
Private Suites-Brad Nathan HonlBaptist Home Association Of The Rocky Mountains, IncPrivate pay, Medicaid, Medicare
Arbor View Care Center
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Arvada
110
Facility 110
CO AVG
Rank #61 / 233
Yes
51
Facility 51
CO AVG
Rank #164 / 256
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Brookdale University Park
IL
AL
Denver (South Denver)
40Yes 84 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Cherese DayArc Heritage Club IncPrivate pay
Heritage at Church Ranch
IL
Westminster (West Central Westminster)
55Yes 42 1 Bed / 2 BedA-Angelina ShortSignature - The Retreat, LLCPrivate pay
Lincoln Meadows Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Parker
90Yes 56 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Jeffrey LindLincoln Meadows Senior Living, LLCPrivate pay

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Overview of Villa Pueblo Senior Living Community

Enjoy the best of your golden years at Villa Pueblo Senior Living Community, an esteemed community in Pueblo, CO, offering independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. With specially designed and cozy accommodations, alongside top-notch, personalized care, residents can live a comfortable and safe lifestyle. The community also promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, so residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

With many recreation places and delightful local amenities nearby, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. Residents are guaranteed to thrive in retirement with the community’s dedicated care and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Good Samaritan Society – Loveland Village

Good Samaritan Society, Loveland Village offers assisted living, home care, independent living, and respite care in Loveland, CO. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to keep a private living space, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Home care allows services to be delivered in a person’s residence. Respite care provides a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs time away, so the range of care options may suit a family whose support needs could change over time.

The community has 104 beds and offers one bedroom and two bedroom housing options. Some layouts suit a resident living alone, while others allow a couple to move in together.

The starting price is $5,023, giving families a baseline figure when planning costs. Payment options include Medicaid and Medicare. Medicaid may be relevant when savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.

Tammi Lynn Lehto serves as the administrator. A swimming pool, salon, and spa offer onsite options for exercise and personal care, while ponds and walking trails provide outdoor spaces for walking and spending time outside.

Transportation is available, and pets are allowed. Residents can bring a pet when moving in.

Contact Good Samaritan Society – Loveland Village

Overview of StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living

StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living is an incredible place to live if you’re looking for a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere in Colorado Springs, but also want to enjoy luxurious living surrounded by nature. The community offers a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. The stunning views of Pikes Peak and Air Force Academy are just one of the many highlights of StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living. The community is also home to a diverse group of residents, which adds to the vibrant and welcoming environment.

Although StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living is located in a serene natural setting, it’s also within driving distance of everyday amenities. With a fitness center, movie room, courtyard, and on and off-campus activities, you may find it hard to leave. The interior design is exquisite, and every detail is carefully crafted with the resident’s comfort and satisfaction in mind. Living at StoneCreek of Flying Horse Senior Living is an exciting and fulfilling experience, where you can enjoy the tranquility of nature and living in style.

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Balfour at Longmont

1850 S Hover St, Longmont, CO 80501
Overview of Balfour at Longmont

Balfour at Longmont offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Longmont, Colorado. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while independent living offers private living without daily care; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care supports short-term stays. With several care levels in one community, Balfour at Longmont may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time.

The community has 160 beds. That places it among larger communities, with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Studio and one-bedroom layouts are available, with a studio providing one private living space and a one-bedroom offering a separate bedroom. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community.

A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Kellaway Lamb serves as the administrator.

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Overview of The Commons of Hilltop

Administered by Timindra Boyer, The Commons of Hilltop is a senior living community on 27 1/2 Road in Grand Junction, Colorado. Operated by Hilltop Health Services Corporation, the community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care, allowing residents to receive different levels of support without leaving the community as their needs change.

The three-story community has 185 beds. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 325 to 690 square feet. This gives residents several options to match their space needs and preferences.

Care is built around personalized service plans, with specially trained staff supporting residents in the memory care program. Residents also receive housekeeping, assistance with daily activities, wellness programs, and fitness and recreation activities that encourage an active lifestyle. Transportation services are available for appointments, shopping, and local outings.

Pets are welcome in the community, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in. The Commons of Hilltop is also connected to a nearby sister property, which may be worth asking about when comparing care options in the area.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 40, which is moderately car-dependent. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car or the community’s transportation service. The Commons of Hilltop accepts both private pay and Medicaid, giving families more than one option for covering the cost of care.

Contact The Commons of Hilltop

Overview of Mountain Vista Senior Living Community

Live a blissful retirement at Mountain Vista Senior Living Community, a dedicated community in Wheat Ridge, CO, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community has well-thought-out and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents find the right accommodation according to their preferences. Residents also receive the highest quality of care tailored to their personal needs from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock.

With a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community’s wide range of care and extensive amenities create the ideal setting for residents to age with dignity in a vibrant and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Arbor View Care Center

Arbor View Care Center is a senior living community in Arvada, Colorado, offering a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, and specialized care services. The community features more than 200 one-bedroom and studio options, providing a comfortable and engaging environment for residents. Arbor View is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults through personalized care and wellness programs.

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Overview of Brookdale University Park

Discover Brookdale University Park, a vibrant community offering both independent living and assisted living, making it the perfect fit for the senior lifestyle. Nestled on Denver’s southern edge, between Englewood and Glendale, this exceptional community allows residents to embrace a worry-free existence, trading household chores and upkeep for more enjoyable pursuits. Here, senior residents can relish the freedom to indulge in their passions while a team of caregivers handle everyday tasks such as cooking and cleaning. They also have an exciting social calendar that offers a plethora of activities to enrich every day.

Embrace a vacation-style living experience with access to delightful amenities, and with a range of floor plans to choose from, including apartments featuring private balconies and full kitchens, seniors will find the perfect abode to suit their preferences. Additionally, they are a pet-friendly community with staff available 24/7, ready to respond to any emergencies that may arise. Experience a life filled with joy, camaraderie, and convenience at this exceptional community.

Contact Brookdale University Park

Overview of Heritage at Church Ranch

Live a blissful retirement at Heritage at Church Ranch, a blissful 55+ community in Westminster, CO, offering independent living. Featuring specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. The community strives to maintain affordability with income-based rents.

Residents can spend their days as they please with leisure sites and delightful local amenities nearby. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. Amenities include a theater room, a beauty salon, a fitness center, a business center, and a fully equipped community kitchen, ensuring residents have a variety of options for leisure and wellness.

Contact Heritage at Church Ranch

Overview of Lincoln Meadows Senior Living

Serving the Aurora area, Lincoln Meadows Senior Living is a 90-bed assisted living, independent living, and memory care community operating for 19 years in Parker, Colorado. The home is administered by Jeffrey Lind under the parent company Lincoln Meadows Senior Living, which is part of the Spectrum senior living community. It’s nestled at 10001 S Oswego St, offering private pay options for occupants seeking care.

The facility occupies a three-story building with 90 apartments in studio, one-, and two-bedroom layouts, accommodating residents with varying tiers of independence and care needs. The moderately walkable neighborhood bears a Walk Score of 56, letting residents and visitors run some errands on foot, with most trips needing a quick drive. Occupants benefit from on-site transportation services and fitness and recreation amenities. The home offers a personalized care program made to meet individual needs, with dining and activity programming as part of daily life. The blend of assisted living, independent living, and memory care services in one place makes it well-suited for couples or families where residents have different care levels, or for those needing transitions in care as situations change. With nearly two decades of operating history in the Colorado senior living landscape, Lincoln Meadows Senior Living has developed staff and systems to handle the logistics of running a mid-sized community and bolstering residents across multiple care types.

Contact Lincoln Meadows Senior Living

Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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
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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 234 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.