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The cost of independent living in Durango is about $4,515 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 9 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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They are taking excellent care of him, but when it comes to activities they need something that the impaired hearing and impaired sight can do. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this...
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 Bridge at Farmington, New Mexico, gives residents the freedom to experience continued independence and an active lifestyle in a beautiful assisted living community.Friendly associates work to ensure each resident’s quality of life by offering a wide variety of services and amenities focused...
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I placed my loved one here when his Alzheimer’s had progressed to the point that I could no longer safely care for him at home.He lived in the memory care unit for six months until his death. The proximity...
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.
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The deciding factors for us was the size of the community, and that every single room has open access to outdoors. The staff was very friendly and interactive, and even though the activities are still...
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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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.
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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I have 2 elderly parents who BOTH have different dementias & I'm the only living adult "child" & I'm 100% disabled! PTL my parents saved their money for this time in their lives AND also bought longterm care...
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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Durango, CO

The average cost of senior living in Durango is $4,515 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mancos, CO with an average of $4,515 per month.

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

Durango, CO
$4,515/mo
$4,753/mo
$4,753/mo

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

Durango, CO
$4,515/mo
U.S. national average
$4,150/mo

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

$5,115/mo
Independent Living
$4,515/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,414/mo
Studio
$6,182/mo
1 Bedroom
$11,000/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,416/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Durango

Recent reviews for independent living in Durango

Beehive Homes Of Farmington

4.9
Both of my parents were in another, bigger assisted living place the past 2 years & I wasn't happy seeing things they neglected to do, or tried to hide, etc. I have never been a caregiver b4 & didn't know the difference, until I was "forced" by the 1st to move my parents. The sweet Beehive made ...
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The Bridge at Farmington Assisted Living

4.9
My loved one, liked the food, and it was very good. They offered a lot of activities but my loved one did not participate in any. The value for the money was good, but was expensive. They took really good care of my loved one. The satff was very friendly, and compassionate. Overall, it is a ...
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Sunshine Gardens in Durango, CO

4.6
The caregivers genuinely care about the residents. I don't ever have to worry about my mom being taken care of. They're also very good about updating about any concerns.

Durango independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Durango independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Durango, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dining options in Durango 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 Durango communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Durango, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Durango 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 Durango offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Durango, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.1%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Bridge at Farmington Assisted Living, Sunshine Gardens and Madison House-Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Durango, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Durango, Colorado. See the full list.

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