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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Washington County, OR

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Photo of The Elms Retirement Community
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9.2
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27 reviews
9.2
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27 reviews
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I moved into The Elms community 3 1/2 years ago and never want to be anywhere else! The staff not only do their job but go beyond to make us happy and content! There is always someone available to help - the...
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.
The best in Independent Living located downtown Forest Grove next to Pacific University and the Senior Center. Spacious units. Facility is only 10 years old. Family owned and has very caring staff and clean community. Very homey atmosphere with central fire place. Close to bus service, shopping...
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8.9
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71 reviews
8.9
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71 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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2 star
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Staff are super friendly, call every one by their name. Food choices are decent with acceptable alternatives at every meal. Coffee is good and available in the lobby al day. Grounds are well maintained I am...
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.
Redefine your independence with a little bit of help and a lot of living.Here at our personal care community just west of Portland in Forest Grove, Oregon, you can take control of your time and do the things you want to do. Whether that’s pursuing an old passion like music or learning something...
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8.5
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12 reviews
8.5
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12 reviews
5 star
33%
4 star
25%
3 star
17%
2 star
25%
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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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8.3
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20 reviews
8.3
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20 reviews
5 star
35%
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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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8.0
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35 reviews
8.0
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35 reviews
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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
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.
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...
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88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.0
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20 reviews
7.0
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20 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
35%
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5 on everything!! It has been amazing! Very clean, great staff, they make extra food if she needs it! Yes, we would recommend Forest Grove Beehive to other families!
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.
If you're looking for a caring place to call home in Washington County, look no further than the Forest Grove Beehive. Since opening its doors in 1991, the Beehive has earned a reputation for providing the highest quality care at an affordable price in the most comfortable home-like atmosphere....
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7.0
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11 reviews
7.0
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11 reviews
5 star
46%
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I give it 4 star rating because the staff is very kind and helpful and friendly. The food is mostly very good and the cooks have been very good about finding solutions to allergic reactions. I would...
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.
The Grove & The Gardens is conveniently located just outside of Portland, in Forest Grove, Oregon. We are family owned & operated with more that 40 years of experience serving seniors. We take every opportunity to make sure our services, staff and surroundings meet the same level of...
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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
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.
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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.
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3.0
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6 reviews
3.0
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6 reviews
5 star
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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
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.
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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I am currently a resident at Cornell Estates and everything has been great for me here at this facility so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff is also great. Based on my experience so...
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.
Cornell Estates is a retirement community for active, independent seniors who no longer wish to live alone. Our facility is designed with modern comfort, safety and elegance. We are conveniently situated in a quiet residential neighborhood near Hillsboro, Oregon, offering a perfect blend of city...

Cost of independent living in Washington County, OR

The average cost of senior living in Washington County is $3,471 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Yamhill, OR with an average of $3,228 per month.

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

Washington County, OR
$3,471/mo
$3,228/mo

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

Washington County, OR
$3,471/mo
$3,426/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$8,890/mo
Independent Living
$3,471/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,962/mo
Studio
$3,326/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,641/mo

Senior living costs in Washington 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: Washington County, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWashington County, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$3,471/mo$3,426/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$7,139/mo$6,838/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,890/mo$8,364/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Washington County, OR:$3,471/mo
Oregon:$3,426/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Washington County, OR:$7,139/mo
Oregon:$6,838/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Washington County, OR:$8,890/mo
Oregon:$8,364/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Washington County, OR, over time

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

Washington County, OROR stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Washington County, OR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Washington 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
Washington County, OR$3,522/mo$3,234/mo+8.9%
Oregon$3,513/mo$3,254/mo+8.0%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Washington County, OR
2024 average cost:$3,522/mo
2023 average cost:$3,234/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$3,513/mo
2023 average cost:$3,254/mo
Percent change:+8.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Washington County

Recent reviews for independent living in Washington County

Rose Schnitzer Manor in Portland, OR

4.8
The family thought this was the best community out of the all the communities we toured and we are happy with our decision. The staff communication with the family is good. There are three meals a day served in the dining room and there are options for the residents to choose from. The ...
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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 Tanasbourne in Hillsboro, OR

5.0
It is a big facility, just really top notch but expensive. They have independent living, assisted living and memory care. The memory care and assisted living residents have their own section, own dining room, sitting room and activities rooms. So as a general rule they are not roaming around the ...
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Washington County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Washington County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Washington County, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.4%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.4%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
46.6%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.7%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.2%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Washington 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 Washington County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Washington County, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.4%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
54.1%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.2%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Washington 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 Washington County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Washington County, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.7%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.3%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.4%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.4%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.6%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.2%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.9%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.2%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.8%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
64.1%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
45.2%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.2%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.9%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Elms Retirement Community, Brookdale Forest Grove and Avamere at Hillsboro are the top-rated independent living facilities near Washington County, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Washington County, Oregon. See the full list.
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The best independent living facility near you in Washington County, Oregon is Brookdale Forest Grove. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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