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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Columbia City, OR
If you’re looking for independent living in the Columbia City area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Columbia City. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 9 independent living facilities in Columbia City, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Sabin Community Association, Boise and King.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Vancouver, Longview and Ridgefield.
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9.9
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76 reviews
My mom has been living at The Lofts by Cogir for three years and is really thriving there! There are many activities, events and outings that keep tenants socializing and interested in day to day fun. I just...
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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Ive been here since Oct 2023. The staff is caring, helpful always have a smile on their faces. The activity director always wants to do what we the residents, are interested in foremost. I feel very safe and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
The Best That Senior Living Has to OfferThis personal care community is built for one thing: You. Choose us for your next home base, and you’ll get access to a different kind of life, free from cooking, cleaning, and other chores. Instead, you’ll be choosing from a new list of enriching...
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7.6
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31 reviews
Never dreamed we could get my mother in law out of her house and she would move into an assisted living facility. She has always said “I will never go into a nursing home!” She is strong willed and very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
Woodland Care Center and Assisted Living started in 1974 and has been under the same ownership since 1978. We started out as a long-term care facility and in 1995 we expanded the building to accommodate the assisted living needs of our community. In 2005 we expanded again to accommodate the need...
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...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Cost of independent living in Columbia City, OR
The average cost of senior living in Columbia City is $3,461 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clatskanie, OR with an average of $2,988 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbia City, OR vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbia City, OR vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Columbia City, OR by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Columbia City
Recent reviews for independent living in Columbia City
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.
Delaware Plaza in Longview, WA
3.7
In general our experience has been positive. The residents in the community still need an outside advocate to follow up on their requests. The staff communication has been responsive to the family if we have questions or concerns.
There are some concerns with the delivery of meals due to the ...
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Cogir of Glenwood Place in Vancouver, WA
5.0
[name removed] worked with me helping to get my dad moved in and settled. Due to unforeseen circumstances with his health, we weren’t able to keep my dad at Glenwood for very long, but we all loved the friendliness, caring and community there. It was very homey and inviting and I highly ...
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Columbia City independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbia City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbia City, 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 Columbia City 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 Columbia City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbia City, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbia City 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 Columbia City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbia City, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia City 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 Columbia City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Lofts by Cogir, Vancouver Pointe and Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver are the top-rated independent living facilities near Columbia City, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Columbia City, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Columbia City, Oregon are The Lofts by Cogir and Cogir of Glenwood Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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