How many 55+ community options are there really in Denver right now?

Most families I talk to think there are maybe a handful of 55+ communities in Denver worth considering. The actual number is significantly higher, and the variety in what those communities offer has expanded more in the last few years than in the previous decade combined. This is one of the clearest planning advantages available to older adults in Denver right now, and most people are making decisions without knowing it exists. The market has added options across price points, lifestyle preferences, and care proximity, from low-maintenance attached homes near Stapleton to independent living clusters in Arvada and Lakewood with real walkability and community amenities. Some communities are priced competitively enough that they open up serious equity from a long-held family home, creating practical financial flexibility that a lot of families didn't think was possible. The mistake I see most is families treating this as a last resort rather than a steady, well-timed choice made from a position of strength. Waiting until there is a health event or a crisis removes options, and options are exactly what make the difference between a plan that works and one that just reacts. 'The best 55+ move is always the one made before it becomes urgent.' If you or someone you love is sitting on a Denver home that has appreciated significantly over the years, I am curious: has the conversation about what comes next actually started, or is everyone quietly waiting for a reason to begin it? — Kevin Lundy | The HomeBridge Group Brokered by eXp Realty