Aspen Trail Retirement Resort sits in the northeast neighborhood of Colorado Springs, where people can step outside and find nearby restaurants, shops, and places for culture if they want those things, but inside you'll find an inviting space that feels like a real community, with people who make an effort to get to know each other and staff who work to keep things running smooth and welcoming. The community's set up for adults aged 55 and over, and there's a variety of ways people can live, from independent living for healthy seniors who want their own space and no yard work, to extra help in assisted living, memory care for those with Alzheimer's or dementia, and skilled nursing for those who need more medical attention, and it all sits in one place so people can move between levels of care if their needs ever change.
There's a wide choice of apartments, like studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, and even big three-bedroom spaces, and every apartment's got a full kitchen, washer and dryer hook-ups, walk-in closets, plenty of storage, and climate controls you can change yourself, and you'll see nice touches like custom cabinets and designer countertops. The place doesn't charge extra for pets, and people like that, because there's no fee if you want to bring your animals. People can keep busy with community events planned by a Lifestyle Director, and there's a whole group of social and educational activities happening all the time, plus onsite and offsite devotional services if that's what you're after.
Meals come as part of the Signature Freedom Dining program, which means three chef-prepared meals every day with flexible hours so you don't have to rush, and you can get meals delivered to your room if you're not feeling up to the dining room, and all the utilities are included in monthly rent-cable TV, Wi-Fi, phone, everything's rolled in, so you don't have to worry about surprise fees, and you pay one all-inclusive amount each month for any chosen services or amenities. You don't need to sign a long lease or put a big buy-in up front. Residents have safety covered through an on-site management team, live-in managers, a 24/7 Emergency Alert System, and someone always available at the concierge desk, and every apartment has its own locks and safety features.
There's lots to do on the grounds with indoor and outdoor common areas, places to sit and talk, a 150-seat theater, library, billiards, an arcade, a lounge with a bar, a business center, a fitness room, and spa area, plus a beauty salon on site, and scheduled transportation is available if you want to go out to appointments or run errands. Weekly housekeeping and valet services are part of daily life, so people can spend less time cleaning and more time socializing or relaxing, and the grounds are clean and well-maintained. The staff at Aspen Trail are attentive and treat residents with respect, offering help with bathing, dressing, and medication management if needed in assisted living, and providing non-medical home care or companionship for folks who want to stay independent but need a little extra hand now and then.
There are secure memory care areas for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia to keep residents safe and reduce confusion, and skilled nursing staff are right there for anyone requiring more attention. The community is not covered by Medicare or Medicaid, since it doesn't offer custodial or medical care under those programs, but it does have care options tailor-fit to many different needs. Aspen Trail adds special touches like a travel program letting residents visit other Resort Lifestyle Communities locations at no extra cost, and there's always something happening to help people stay connected and foster friendships, with spaces and activities designed so people can celebrate and spend time together, keeping that happy, welcoming atmosphere strong for everyone who calls it home.
