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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ken Caryl, CO

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 55 independent living facilities in Ken Caryl, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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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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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: 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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I've been at Eaton for 17 months. I recommend Eaton to all who seek an active life while aging. I love the many opportunities to socialize. I feel we here at Eaton are given the best place to age that could...
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.
Eaton Terrace Residences opened in 1980 to provide a congregate (meal program and scheduled transportation included), rental subsidy program to adults 62 and over.  Located near Lakewood's Belmar Town Center, this community offers 161 one-bedroom apartments with beautiful downtown and...
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My mom is doing well at this community. She enjoys the food and they have good healthy food. The staff are very good and the head nurse is also great. She has had a few falls and the staff are quick to...
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.
Porter Place Retirement Residence offers independent living, assisted living and Memory Care. The community is located next to Porter Hospital in a tree-lined residential neighborhood in South Denver. Monthly apartment rent includes 3 delicious meals daily prepared by our Chef. Should you ever...
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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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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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Cost of independent living in Ken Caryl, CO

The average cost of senior living in Ken Caryl is $4,001 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 Ken Caryl, CO vs. nearby cities

Ken Caryl, CO
$4,001/mo

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

Ken Caryl, CO
$4,001/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ken Caryl vs. other types of senior living

$5,136/mo
Independent Living
$4,001/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ken Caryl, CO by room type

Semi-Private
$5,658/mo
Studio
$5,240/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,968/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,693/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Ken Caryl

Recent reviews for independent living in Ken Caryl

Westhaven Apartment Homes in Lakewood, CO

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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 Arvada

4.0
Very nice facility, staff wonderful, but short , they would do anything if I asked, but so overworked and undertrained people from the surrounding community. Not enough nurses. Still for the price it is very nice, and I would recommend it

Ken Caryl independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ken Caryl independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ken Caryl, 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 Ken Caryl 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 Ken Caryl partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
28.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.6%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.3%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ken Caryl 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 Ken Caryl communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.6%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
31.6%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ken Caryl 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 Ken Caryl offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.4%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.6%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.6%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.4%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.8%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Greenwood Village, Brookdale Meridian Arvada and Brookdale Tamarac Square are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ken Caryl, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 55 independent living facilities near Ken Caryl, Colorado. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Ken Caryl, Colorado are Brookdale Greenwood Village, Brookdale Meridian Arvada and Brookdale Tamarac Square. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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