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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Basalt, CO

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The cost of independent living in Basalt is about $4,162 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 10 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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We chose Renew Roaring Fork because it was a newer and it was the nicest facility in our area. They also offered assisted living that can transition into memory care. The room sizes here are great, they are...
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 Sopris Lodge at Carbondale
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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.
The Heritage Park Assisted Living ccommunity is located on a campus that also includes Heritage Park Care Center, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. If needed, assisted living residents can use these services, ensuring a smooth transition of care. Heritage Park Assisted Living offers a...
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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.
Open Gate Assisted Living is centrally located in beautiful Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Established in 1996, we pride ourselves on providing care that nourishes the mind, body and spirit. Our services and amenities are geared towards improving the overall well being of our residents. Our staff...
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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.
Carefree living at Castle Peak means you no longer have the worries of home ownership. All housekeeping, personal laundry and flat linens, maintenance, repairs, snow removal and lawn care are done for you. Property taxes and all utilities are paid except phone and cable TV. Castle Peak will also...
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.
Mount Massive Manor is a smaller 24 unit assisted living senior residence situated in historic Leadville Colorado. With fantastic views of the Colorado Mountains, and steps from the Mineral Belt trail, we are a perfect place to put your feet up or to get out for some fresh mountain air. We are a...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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My 90 year old mom was diagnosed with Parkinson's. I recently moved her from New Mexico to the Chateau. What can I say! The staff at Chateau from management through room aids and kitchen personnel is...
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.
The Chateau at Rifle is a beautifully appointed home designed for an active senior lifestyle with wide hallways, no steps, and private apartments. Our home is dedicated to creating a warm, cheerful, and attentive atmosphere for seniors in the Rifle area.Well-trained professional staff members are...
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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.
Creek Vista Senior Apartments is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for independent living at a cost that is affordable to seniors. Low cost for high living. Located at the base of Lamborn Mountain in Paonia, Colorado, Creek Vista offers the best of home town friendliness with...
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Cost of independent living in Basalt, CO

The average cost of senior living in Basalt is $4,162 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leadville, CO with an average of $2,606 per month.

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

Basalt, CO
$4,162/mo

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

Basalt, CO
$4,162/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

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

$5,586/mo
Independent Living
$4,162/mo

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

Studio
$6,895/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,863/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,698/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Basalt

Recent reviews for independent living in Basalt

Chateau at Rifle

4.6
Came to visit my grandma the other night and the people who were working were really nice. My grandmas room was super clean. We got to spend time with her and I love that we weren’t interrupted other than her medicine. The place is really nice and clean. And it smells like a home. Not like you ...
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Basalt independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Basalt independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Basalt, 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 Basalt 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 Basalt partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Basalt, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
32.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Basalt 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 Basalt communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Basalt, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Basalt 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 Basalt offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Basalt, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Roaring Fork Senior Living, Sopris Lodge at Carbondale and Heritage Park Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Basalt, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Basalt, Colorado. See the full list.

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