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The cost of independent living in Leader is about $4,268 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 124 options. Read 2101 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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.
Sable Ridge Residences is a beautiful new senior residence at I-70 and Chambers. We are near to shopping, restaurants and bus service. Apartments have 9 ft ceilings with beautiful large windows, central air-conditioning, private balconies, storage, dishwashers, wood cabinetry and washer/dryer...
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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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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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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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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Shalom Cares is a senior housing community located in Aurora, Colorado, in the heart of Arapaho County. Our community offers a beautifully landscaped campus and a peaceful, serene setting. Perfectly situated in the Denver Metro area, Shalom Cares is easily accessible for visiting friends and...
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I have been very pleased with the care that my mother has been receiving at this community, The staff have been absolutely wonderful and really have made sure my mom has felt comfortable and welcomed in her...
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.
Canterbury Gardens provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our community delivers both Independent and...
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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.
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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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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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I would give then an A+ for the community's structure and format, specifically for assisted living. The community was up kept and clean. The staff are friendly people. I did try a meal and for the most part...
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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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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Clyburn at Stapleton Clyburn at Stapleton is a senior housing community located in spectacular Denver, CO. In Denver, we wake up to breath-taking Rocky Mountain views every morning. Better yet, this mountain hideaway gets 300 days of sunshine. Colorado's state capital also boasts a thriving arts...
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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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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Like living here. My concern is my rent, which I have never complained about lived here for 10 years. So our ssi. checks went up 20 dollars knew our rent would also. but this time mine was raised more then...
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.
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Leader, CO

The average cost of senior living in Leader is $4,268 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fort Morgan, CO with an average of $2,767 per month.

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

Leader, CO
$4,268/mo
$3,910/mo

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

Leader, CO
$4,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,132/mo

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

$5,180/mo
Independent Living
$4,268/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,594/mo
Studio
$5,473/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,554/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,163/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,100/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Leader over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Leader

Recent reviews for independent living in Leader

Bethesda Gardens Thornton

4.3
When my loved one was ill, the staff were very responsive to our phone calls and also offered supportive and medical care to them. The staff are very friendly and caring.

Lynwood Senior Apartments in Denver, CO

5.0
All 5 stars! The manager, [name removed] has been great!

Cadence Aurora

3.9
My loved one was a resident at Cadence Aurora for a little over a month. Some of the staff was excellent while others not so good. I do not think her room was ever cleaned while she was there. Some of her clothes were not returned after they were sent for washing and she received other people's ...
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Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the warm and friendly atmosphere at the communities and the kindness and helpfulness of the staff towards residents and their families. For example, at Springbrooke Senior Living, everyone is described as being 'very nice and they try their best'. At Five Star Residences ...
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Thoughtfully designed activities. Residents enjoy a range of activities at the communities, helping them stay engaged and active. At The Courtyards at Mountain View, several activities are mentioned, including bingo, dinner socials, history presentations, and dancing. At Bonaventure of Thornton, residents praise the variety ...
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Comfortable and spacious living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and comfort of the living spaces at the communities. At Brookdale Tamarac Square, residents describe their apartments as being 'beautiful' and 'spacious'. At Five Star Residences of Dayton Place, the apartments are praised for being 'modern, clean ...
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Affordable cost and value for money. Several reviews mention the affordability of the communities and the good value for money they offer. At Brookdale University Park, the apartment is described as being 'perfect for a single person' and the amenities as being 'right about the same as other senior places I visited'. At Greeley ...
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Considerate and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the compassionate and considerate nature of the staff towards residents and their families. At Brookdale Tamarac Square, the staff are 'extremely helpful and efficient'. At Cherry Creek Retirement Village, the staff are praised for their 'friendly and helpful' attitude a ...
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Convenient location and transportation. Several reviews mention the convenient location of the communities, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, and medical facilities. At Bonaventure of Thornton, the facility is described as being in a 'great location for walking to shopping and restaurants'. At Quincy Place, the bus takes ...
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Leader independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Leader independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Leader, 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 Leader 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 Leader partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Leader, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.9%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
26.2%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.2%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Leader 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 Leader communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Leader, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.5%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.3%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Leader 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 Leader offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Leader, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
39.3%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.9%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.7%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.3%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.4%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.1%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
27.1%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.1%
47.4%
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Greeley Place, Brookdale Tamarac Square and Brookdale Lowry are the top-rated independent living facilities near Leader, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 124 independent living facilities near Leader, Colorado. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Leader, Colorado are Greeley Place, Brookdale Tamarac Square and Brookdale Lowry. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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