The Avenues at Crofton Park

The Avenues at Crofton Park sits in Broomfield, Colorado, about thirty minutes from Denver, and folks say it's got attractively landscaped grounds, which give a nice view when walking outside or just enjoying time in the community gardens or on one of the patios or balconies. The place has a mix of 70 independent living apartments and 20 cottages, all designed for people 55 and older, and there are fourteen floor plans for apartments and several for the two- or three-bedroom cottages-plenty of space for pets, too, if someone's got one. The apartments and cottages all have well-laid out floor plans with full kitchens featuring granite counters, solid wood cabinets, and stainless appliances, plus there are full-size high-efficiency front-loading washers and dryers, big walk-in closets, and in some homes, an electric fireplace or a den. The storage spaces are roomy, and each unit has either a private patio or balcony. The building's been recognized by the National Green Building Standard, and open space and bike trails at Metzger Farm are right next door, along with nearby shopping and hospitals.

The whole grounds were carefully planned out for both comfort and safety, with heated underground parking, fire sprinklers in every unit, bright, wide halls, and a 24-hour emergency call system. People who live there can use the clubhouse, which has a big fireplace in the lobby and spots to sit and chat, plus a billiard lounge, fitness center, business center, and a meditative outdoor reading garden with nice sitting areas. There's a big patio with a fire pit, grill, and outdoor kitchen, and a demonstration kitchen for events in the Avenues Room, which gets used for socials or group activities pretty often. The shared food garden brings people together, and there's a full calendar of things to do each month, including onsite and offsite activities-movie nights, cultural programs, and trips out with neighbors, which lets people stay active or just get together when they want.

The community keeps a concierge at the front and an onsite manager, and there's always help available with mail, packages, and odd requests. People can also use a private dining room for special occasions, and most of the areas are pet-friendly and kept non-smoking for everyone's comfort. Apartments and cottages both have features to help folks stay independent, like central heating and air, cable and internet hookups, and storage units; select homes even have a separate dining room or a spare den, and every place has easy access to the outdoors and nearby trails. Everything, from the well-lit, secure parking to the garden plots and social areas, is meant to make life comfortable and safe while also giving seniors a way to stay independent, active, and connected with others, and residents get care plans that can match what they need. The Avenues at Crofton Park has even won awards from the National Association of Home Builders, and it's known for its friendly, welcoming community feel.