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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.
Brookdale Stayton provides senior living options for seniors in the Marion County Oregon area. We enjoy small-town comfort with Salem nearby for shopping, dining and medical services. Portland is only an hour away and provides a favorite day trip for residents during Rose Festival and other...
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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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They are fine so far. It's clean, and the staff is friendly. There are no complaints about food. There aren't any concerns at all. It's working out well so far. I would rate them highly.
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.
We here at Inspired Senior Living of Hillsboro, in Hillsboro OR, are proud of our multifaceted care facility. The left-wing is designed for residents with dementia or memory problems. Behavioral management and a higher level of specialized care are available in our left-wing. Open access is the...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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All the people at Highgate are very professional and loving to my mother. She enjoys being there and now calls it home. Good job to the Highgate staff
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
What Sets Us Apart?Highgate provides a wonderful living experience designed to provide “Wellness in Aging.” At Highgate, assisted living is having loving care at hand when needed. Our personal care services are customized to meet each individual resident’s needs, so that they may remain...
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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.
1933-2008: 75 Years of Ministry and Care Providing a Caring Community for Christians in RetirementTurner Retirement Homes (TRH) is located in Turner, Oregon—a small rural community of less than 1,600 people.  TRH is a unique Christian Retirement Community located on 80 acres of...
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Madrona Hills is very comfortable with many daily activities for entertainment. We also have bus transportation for errands doctor appointment weekly outings etc.. Meals are chef prepared in a restaurant...
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.
Our real value lies in the intangibles, such as a feeling of independence, peace of mind, happiness and fulfillment. Three nutritious chef-prepared meals are served each day in the elegantly appointed dining-room. It’s a perfect time for socializing with friends and neighbors. Our menu variety...
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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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I love the opportunity mom has had to make new friends. However, there has been lots of turnover of employees and staffing shortages, but I hear that is happening at a number of facilities in our area. And...
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: 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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I was in the building with asst living, everyday i would go over to asst living, peaceful, friendly, just a place I want to be, The team is just that, a team that works together for me, Dallas is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
Deer Meadow Assisted Living is a small community with a country setting and welcoming atmosphere. Our caring staff and friendly residents will make you feel right at home. Deer Meadow is conveniently located in Sheridan between the Oregon Coast and Salem. At Deer Meadow we respect each...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
                   Avamere offers the ideal retirement,      assistance when you need it and independance when you want it.     
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.
Spring Meadows is a pioneer in offering assisted living to older and disabled adults who want to retain their independence while receiving the services they need.  You will find a wide range of assistance offered in a country setting where privacy is respected and maximum independence is...

Cost of independent living in Clarkes, OR

The average cost of senior living in Clarkes is $4,100 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sandy, OR with an average of $4,049 per month.

Independent living costs in Clarkes, OR, vs. nearby cities

Clarkes, OR
$4,100/mo
$4,140/mo

Independent living costs in Clarkes, OR, vs. state and national averages

Clarkes, OR
$4,100/mo
$4,162/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Clarkes, OR, vs. other senior living options

$5,131/mo
Independent Living
$4,100/mo

Independent living costs in Clarkes, OR, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,019/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,631/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,750/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,634/mo

Senior living costs in Clarkes vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Clarkes, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClarkes, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$4,100/mo$4,162/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$4,341/mo$4,563/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,131/mo$4,939/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Clarkes, OR:$4,100/mo
Oregon:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Clarkes, OR:$4,341/mo
Oregon:$4,563/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Clarkes, OR:$5,131/mo
Oregon:$4,939/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Clarkes, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Clarkes and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Clarkes, OR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Clarkes have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Clarkes, OR$3,218/mo$3,140/mo+2.5%
Oregon$3,238/mo$3,067/mo+5.6%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Clarkes, OR
2024 average cost:$3,218/mo
2023 average cost:$3,140/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$3,238/mo
2023 average cost:$3,067/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Clarkes

Recent reviews for independent living in Clarkes

Clearwater Springs Assisted Living in Vancouver, WA

5.0
My mother really likes being at Clearwater Springs Assisted Living community. She has friends that she dines with and the staff are caring and friendly. However, I do think cleaning of halls could be better.

The Heights at Columbia Knoll in Portland, OR

4.0
I have lived here at The Heights at Columbia Knoll for almost two months, and I am still getting acclimated. Unfortunately my husband passed away shortly after I got settled in, so I have been somewhat keeping to myself and not able to get to know the facility too well, but my overall ...
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Springwood Landing in Vancouver, WA

4.0
I am not totally down with having the mandatory meal times but that's the way it goes. I like the place I like the people.This is a good place for people who can be mostly self-sufficient if they need any more care than that they really need to go to one of the facilities that has more types of ...
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Clarkes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clarkes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clarkes, 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 Clarkes 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 Clarkes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Clarkes 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 Clarkes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clarkes, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clarkes 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 Clarkes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
52.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
32.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Lofts by Cogir, Redwood Heights Assisted Living and Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clarkes, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 308 independent living facilities near Clarkes, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Clarkes, Oregon are The Lofts by Cogir and Brookdale Forest Grove. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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