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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Santiam, OR

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 201 independent living facilities in North Santiam, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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zipAveragecost: $4,438

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Cost of independent living in North Santiam, OR

The average cost of senior living in North Santiam is $4,438 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Independence, OR with an average of $4,069 per month.

Independent living costs in North Santiam, OR, vs. nearby cities

North Santiam, OR
$4,438/mo
$4,197/mo
$4,184/mo

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

North Santiam, OR
$4,438/mo
$4,162/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in North Santiam, OR, vs. other senior living options

$5,212/mo
Independent Living
$4,438/mo

Independent living costs in North Santiam, OR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,592/mo
Studio
$4,754/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,047/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,609/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,357/mo

Senior living costs in North Santiam 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: North Santiam, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Santiam, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$4,438/mo$4,162/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,583/mo$4,563/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,212/mo$4,939/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
North Santiam, OR:$4,438/mo
Oregon:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
North Santiam, OR:$4,583/mo
Oregon:$4,563/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
North Santiam, OR:$5,212/mo
Oregon:$4,939/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in North Santiam, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Santiam 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.

North Santiam, OROR stateNational

Independent living cost trends in North Santiam, OR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North Santiam 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
North Santiam, OR$3,167/mo$3,027/mo+4.6%
Oregon$3,238/mo$3,067/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
North Santiam, OR
2024 average cost:$3,167/mo
2023 average cost:$3,027/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$3,238/mo
2023 average cost:$3,067/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in North Santiam

Recent reviews for independent living in North Santiam

Junction City Retirement and Assisted Living

4.9
The staff is very friendly. The rooms are very clean. Their financially better priced that most everything else that I did look at. They are also super helpful and my dad feels at home. I am pleased with how he has adjusted, I would definitely recommend Junction City Retirement to others.

Spring Valley in Springfield, OR

4.6
I would recommend Spring Valley. what stands out to me the most is the friendliness of the staff and their willingness to help. we visit frequently during the week, so we run into people there who communicate with us about my mom and her care.

Heron Pointe Senior Living in Monmouth, OR

5.0
My 89 year old mother passed in the care of Brookdale. They were compassionate and caring. They treated her with respect and dignity and helped her feel safe. She had Alzheimer's, was near blind, and near deaf. I visited often at all different times of day. I observed excellent service on all ...
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North Santiam independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Santiam independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Santiam, 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 North Santiam 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 North Santiam partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Santiam, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in North Santiam 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 North Santiam communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Santiam, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Santiam 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 North Santiam offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Santiam, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Redwood Heights Assisted Living, Crescent Park Senior Living and Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Santiam, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 201 independent living facilities near North Santiam, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Santiam, Oregon are Crescent Park Senior Living and Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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