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Photo of Lakeview Senior Living
1111 Photos available
8.8
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37 reviews
8.8
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It was a perfect transition from rehabilitation hospital ( several months) back to the real world. While at Lakeview, my sister-in-law was busy, engaged, and began advocating for herself . She gradually...
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.
At Lakeview Senior Living in Lakewood, Colorado, just 15 minutes west of Denver, residents can choose the size of apartment that best suits their needs, from a 473-square foot studio apartment , or two different plans for one bedroom/one bath apartments, or two sizes of two bedroom two bath...
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1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.8
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33 reviews
8.8
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The most incredible experience and such a gift to have my moms last months of life spent there. Staff cried when she passed. They treated her with such love and respect. The apartment was stunning, clean and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Photo of Faye Wright Senior Living
1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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80 reviews
8.7
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I don't take lightly the ratings I gave you for the 8 categories. I love Faye Wright's Memory Care, but, more importantly my mom, [Name removed] loves being at Faye Wright's. She been there the first part of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Faye Wright Senior Living offers a community style setting allowing residents the luxury of knowing a trained staff member is always close by, ready and willing to help. At Fay Wright Senior Living it is our belief that life should be enriching. Our policy is to provide great food, life-enriching...
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8.7
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8.7
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My understanding is that all went smoothly as planned. Members of Solista have been kind, thoughtful and understanding. The facility is clean and safe. The food is good but a bit boring and repetitive....
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.
Holiday Retirement provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled among hazelnut orchards, vineyards, strawberry fields and cherry groves, you'll love calling Astor House home. We're close to shopping, parks and activities, and less than 30 minutes from all...
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Their food could be less sweet. There is a lot of staff turnover. They did go out of their way to get [Name Removed] entered the second time. They sent a nurse out to enroll him.
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.
Prestige Senior Living Southern Hills (A) Salem, OR Prestige Senior Living Southern Hills offers assisted living services on the outskirts of Salem, the state capital of Oregon. Salem is home to Willamette University as well as popular dining and shopping venues. For residents who want to...
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Photo of Silver Creek Senior Living
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8.5
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5 - my father, in his diminished capacity, is a handful and I admire the way they are able to redirect him and head off the behavioral issues.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Silver Creek Senior Living, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Woodburn area. We are located in the Willamette...
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Photo of Emerald Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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All the staff treat you like family, they always speak but most of all they care about the residents there! It's always clean! They have a lot of activities for the residents and some we get to enjoy with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Nestled on acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet residential area, Emerald Gardens is one of Woodburn's premiere senior living communities located at the heart of the Willamette Valley. Your Home. We are a community where you have a sense of place and belonging. Our residents have...
Photo of Avamere at Hillsboro
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Best location, beautiful memory, care, incredible staff. It just felt right from the moment I walked in and the tour made me sure of my decision.
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.
In the Assisted Living apartment building, 24 hour care services are available to residents. A licensed nurse is present in the community during the weekday, and is only a phone call away for consultation at anytime.
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Photo of Bonaventure of Tigard
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.5
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22 reviews
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We had toured several other facilities that I liked a lot, but unfortunately, my sister didn't. This was the first one that felt like home to her the minute she first walked in. The on boarding process was...
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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Photo of Holiday Madrona Hills
99 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.4
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70 reviews
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The staff is dedicated, kind, and helpful. The food is consistent in quality and variety. Cleanliness is great, and Dad's room is exactly suited to his needs. I have recommended Solista to other people.
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.
Madrona Hills provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within a beautiful, landscaped park, we're centrally located to take advantage of all that Salem has to offer. You'll be minutes from shopping, healthcare and all the unique sites of the state's...
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Photo of The Ackerly at Sherwood
1111 Photos available
8.4
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21 reviews
8.4
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21 reviews
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My mother has recently moved into the memory care side of the Merrill Gardens building. The staff who take care of the people there are doing everything that they can to make her feel at home-they do a great...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
SENIOR LIVING IN SHERWOOD, OREGONThe Ackerly at Sherwood is a senior living community in the heart of Sherwood, Oregon, offering a continuum of care services that includes independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.
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Photo of Holi Senior Living
99 Photos available
8.0
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20 reviews
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20 reviews
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Staff= most of them very friendly, very attentive but corporate has come in recently and set up shop and those people don't smile, they seem very unapproachable but the day to day staff are wonderful and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Photo of Boone Ridge Retirement
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Overall great experience. A couple of areas that could use improvement. 1) Their mail service!!! A FEW times, deliveries have been delivered to the Boone Ridge next door and no one says anything from Boone...
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.
Explore What Makes BooneRidge Retirement DifferentImagine being apart of a vibrantretirement community that is bothelegant and comfortable. Pictureyourself living independently in alovely residence, yet surrounded byneighbors who share your interestsand zest for life. Boone RidgeRetirement offers...
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Photo of Regency Park Place at Corvallis
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8.0
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21 reviews
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Small community atmosphere. Very welcoming. Many activities. No stairs and no elevators. Nice walking paths around the property. Very close to the main hospital, clinics, and the bulk of the Drs offices....
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.
Welcome home to Regency Park Place at Corvallis. Our community offers Retirement and Assisted Living services in a quaint, homelike environment. Our community has 46 apartments all on one level. We offer spacious studio and one bedroom apartments with patios. Regency Park Place provides ...
Photo of Fircrest Senior Living
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The staff are very caring and kind, which we truly appreciate. There have been a few times where communication could have been a bit better, and we've occasionally needed to follow up on housekeeping to make...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Assisted Care At FirCrest you will find apartments that are warm, spacious and inviting. Our studio and one bedroom apartments are specially designed to encourage the feeling of home. FirCrest is designed for those seniors who want to enjoy the comforts of home while getting the support they...
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Photo of Prestige Senior Living West Hills
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8.0
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5 stars. The staff and care exceeds expectations food and room are great. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for themselves or a loved one.
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.
Prestige Senior Living West Hills (A) Corvallis, OR Prestige Senior Living West Hills is an assisted living community located in Corvallis Oregon. Corvallis provides all of the advantages to living near a university yet retains in small town charm. We are located just a few miles from the Oregon...
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Photo of Country Meadows Village
3333 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.0
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35 reviews
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This is reasonably priced and the staff I deal with are accommodating. They have our apts cleaned weekly and keep the common areas clean. We have out of town guest preform some sort of music in the central...
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.
Country Meadows Village Retirement Community is located in the vibrant and beautiful community of Woodburn, Oregon. Our picturesque retirement village is located on beautifully lush and sprawling grounds filled with garden paths and well-maintained and groomed topiaries. Only a short ride away...
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Photo of The Oaks at Lebanon
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My mother in law moved into the independent residence part of the Oaks at Lebanon a few years ago. After about six months she transferred to the Assisted Living side. The staff and administrators are great....
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 Oaks at Lebanon is an independent and assisted living community in Lebanon, Oregon. Lebanon is a charming city, located outside of Salem and highly regarded for its high quality of life. Home to the World's Largest Strawberry Shortcake Festival, Lebanon is a fun and vibrant city with nearly...
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Photo of Willamette Manor
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Willamette Manor was a good experience. Friendly staff. They all truly appear to enjoy their work and the residents are treated like family.
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.
Willamette Manor is a Stand-Alone 42 Unit Non-Profit Assisted Living Facility in Lebanon, Oregon, that has been serving area residents for almost 90 years.Our mission is to provide quality services with traditional values to seniors and disabled persons in our community.We're a community where...
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Photo of Oswego Place Assisted Living Community
99 Photos available
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8.0
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In the interview they seemed friendly and able to. Handle my care needs. I would recommend, only if they are promently independent and not needing assisted living or more over sight.
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Oswego Place Assisted Living. Life is good here in our community, and we like...
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I moved to Rosewood Park one year ago. I am so happy here and with my apartment. The staff is awesome, everyone so friendly and helpful,I cannot say enough wonderful things about everyone. The food has...
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.
Rosewood Park is a community consisting of 84 Retirement apartments and 82 Assisted Living apartments. Each community, retirement and assisted living, offers 1 and 2 bedroom units and some studio style apartments. Residents receive our Rosewood Park Hospitality package consisting of three...
Photo of The Stafford
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The Stratford has beautiful facilities, full menu in dining room, lots of activities. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
Among The Best Of Retirement Communities In Lake Oswego, OROur facility ranks among the best retirement communities in Oregon, creating a relaxing, yet active environment. We have an experienced, friendly staff to suit your needs, as well as a variety of activities and amenities to keep you...
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I would rate each item a"5". The only problem we had was sometimes getting hold of someone on the weekends. Once your family member makes a personal connection with a staff member things seem to settle into...
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.
Life Like You’d ImaginedWhen we were younger, we all probably imagined spending our retired years enjoying life to the fullest. Now, you can. We’ll do the cooking. We’ll do the cleaning. We’ll take care of the lawn. You just do the senior living. You’ll find us located in the lush hillsides...
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1010 Floor plans available
7.5
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I have been in both assisted living and independent living. The staff is wonderful, the food varies. They run out of things sometimes, like crackers, milk, ice cream. Looking for a new chef. I'm heading back...
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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Photo of Regency Woodland
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Thankful to have moved my dad to Regency Woodland in Salem. They seem to have more caring and consistent staff and definitely help to keep my dad's apartment clean and keep a close eye on him.
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.
Regency Woodland's assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home, yet don't need...
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Cost of independent living in Polk County, OR

The average cost of senior living in Polk County is $3,014 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Siletz, OR with an average of $2,966 per month.

Independent living costs in Polk County, OR, vs. nearby counties

Polk County, OR
$3,014/mo

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

Polk County, OR
$3,014/mo
$3,354/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Polk County, OR, vs. other senior living options

$7,305/mo
Independent Living
$3,014/mo

Independent living costs in Polk County, OR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,668/mo
Studio
$2,760/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,121/mo

Senior living costs in Polk County 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: Polk County, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typePolk County, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$3,014/mo$3,354/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$6,291/mo$6,983/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,305/mo$8,536/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Polk County, OR:$3,014/mo
Oregon:$3,354/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Polk County, OR:$6,291/mo
Oregon:$6,983/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Polk County, OR:$7,305/mo
Oregon:$8,536/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Polk County, OR, over time

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

Polk County, OROR stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Polk County, OR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Polk County 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 average 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
Polk County, OR$3,618/mo$3,277/mo+10.4%
Oregon$2,682/mo$2,742/mo-2.2%
National$2,788/mo$2,834/mo-1.6%
Polk County, OR
2024 average cost:$3,618/mo
2023 average cost:$3,277/mo
Percent change:+10.4%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$2,682/mo
2023 average cost:$2,742/mo
Percent change:-2.2%
National
2024 average cost:$2,788/mo
2023 average cost:$2,834/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
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What families are saying about independent living in Polk County

Recent reviews for independent living in Polk County

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.

The Stafford in Lake Oswego, OR

4.9
Staffing issues have caused dining room to be closed on many weekends so residents have to have meals delivered to their apartments. This needs to be resolved. Friendly staff and residents, beautiful facilities, and great restaurant. Many food choices at every meal. Like eating at a nice ...
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The Springs at Sherwood

4.7
All in all, they've been doing an excellent job! My impression of the activities so far are just that they aren't particularly geared toward my loved one's interests. My loved one has also criticized the food a couple of times, but that is common and it's just different from what she ate at ...
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Polk County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.3%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.2%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Polk 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 Polk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.6%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.8%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
40.3%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.9%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polk 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 Polk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polk County, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.2%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.5%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.2%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.2%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.8%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.6%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
47.6%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
30%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.9%
40.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Heron Pointe Senior Living, Creekside Village and Redwood Heights Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 137 independent living facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See the full list.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 82% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 82% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 82% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 16% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 79% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 25% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 48% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, American Sign Language, Russian, French, and German 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Heron Pointe Senior Living, Creekside Village, and Redwood Heights Assisted Living 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Trustwell Living at Davenport Place, Holiday Hidden Lakes, and Silver Creek Senior Living 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Heron Pointe Senior Living, Creekside Village, and Redwood Heights Assisted Living 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Heron Pointe Senior Living, Redwood Heights Assisted Living, and Canfield Place
The best independent living facility near you in Polk County, Oregon is Brookdale Forest Grove. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 82% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 82% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 82% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 16% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 79% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 25% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 48% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, American Sign Language, Russian, French, and German 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Heron Pointe Senior Living, Creekside Village, and Redwood Heights Assisted Living 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Trustwell Living at Davenport Place, Holiday Hidden Lakes, and Silver Creek Senior Living 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Heron Pointe Senior Living, Creekside Village, and Redwood Heights Assisted Living 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Heron Pointe Senior Living, Redwood Heights Assisted Living, and Canfield Place
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