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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Multnomah County, OR
If you’re looking for independent living in the Multnomah County 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 Multnomah County. 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 63 independent living facilities in Multnomah County, 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 Kerns, North Tabor and Sunnyside.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Portland, Beaverton and Vancouver.
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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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I will add to this review over time. First impression: The place is bright, comfortable, feels like home. The residents all seem genuinely glad to be here and the theme is unusually friendly. We have...
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.
Waterford at Fairway Village offers a wide range of retirement lifestyles and services. Located in east Vancouver, shopping centers, banking, medical clinics, and other services are within easy walking distance. Waterford also provides bus or town care services for personal appointments,...
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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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Golden Acres Retirement Center, located in Dallas, Texas is a one-of-a-kind rehabilitation and living center for the elderly. We offer in-house, state of the art therapy, and a caring, dedicated staff. Our services assist the elderly in nurses, doctors, rehabilitation therapists and facilities...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Laurelhurst House is an assisted living community with 38 studio apartment units averaging about 350 square feet each. We are located in the Mt. Tabor/Laurelhurst neighborhoods and are close to shopping and other conveniences. Each apartment contains a large handicapped accessible bathroom and...
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We're pretty happy with Affinity. We definitely tell people they have a lot to offer. It's like a little mini resort, with lots of activities. Everybody is friendly and seems to be really helpful and...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We are a brand new senior living apartment community in Vancouver WA for individuals 62+ and older. Affinity at Vancouver is a one of a kind option for the active adult wanting to pursue their own passions. Our communities are specifically designed to foster resident driven engagement through an...
Cost of independent living in Multnomah County, OR
The average cost of senior living in Multnomah County is $4,116 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sandy, OR with an average of $4,048 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Multnomah County, OR vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Multnomah County, OR vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Multnomah County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Multnomah County, OR by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Multnomah County
Recent reviews for independent living in Multnomah County
Courtyard at Mt. Tabor in Portland, OR
3.9
I would give them all a 4 because it's not home and that would be a 5. The only one I would down grade would be food.
at would be a three because she is diabetic and needs mechanical soft food because of having no teeth. The staff is wonderful and my mom is very happy there. It's a smaller ...
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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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Multnomah County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Multnomah County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Multnomah County, 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 Multnomah County 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 Multnomah County 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
15.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Multnomah County 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 Multnomah County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
39.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Multnomah County 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 Multnomah County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
52.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
34.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.2%
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 Multnomah County, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 63 independent living facilities near Multnomah County, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Multnomah County, Oregon are The Lofts by Cogir, SpringRidge at Charbonneau and Trustwell Living at Kent Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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Independent Living in Cities Near Multnomah County
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- Vancouver, Washington
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- West Linn, Oregon
- Camas, Washington
- Oregon City, Oregon
- Wilsonville, Oregon
- Ridgefield, Washington
- Tualatin, Oregon
- Gresham, Oregon
- Tigard, Oregon
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- Clackamas, Oregon
- Happy Valley, Oregon
- Troutdale, Oregon
- Sandy, Oregon
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