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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oakland, VT
If you’re looking for independent living in the Oakland 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 Oakland. 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 67 independent living facilities in Oakland, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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.
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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: 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.
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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.
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Oakland, VT
The average cost of senior living in Oakland is $4,642 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Montpelier, VT with an average of $3,525 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oakland, VT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oakland, VT vs. the state and national average
Oakland, VT
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oakland vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Oakland, VT by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Oakland over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Oakland
Recent reviews for independent living in Oakland
The Residence at Shelburne Bay
4.8
Such an incredible experience with these folks. Sarah was particularly helpful - answered our questions thoroughly, made my mom truly feel like a VIP, so welcoming and inviting. We felt like we were truly part of the family!
Champlain Valley Senior Community in Willsboro, NY
4.4
Everyone who’s employed here knows each patient and where they are at any time we arrive for a visit. My sister has been more social here than at any place for the last few years. I feel her care is excellent.
Harbor Village in South Burlington, VT
3.6
Still waiting on current things to get fixed. Overall, I love Harbor Village. Lunch should be heavy meal and dinner should be a light meal.
Oakland independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 Oakland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland, VTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland 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 Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland, VTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
10.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland 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 Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland, VTNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
19.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
19.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
10.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Harbor Village Senior Living Communities, The Residence at Quarry Hill and The Residence at Shelburne Bay are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oakland, Vermont. See full list of communities.
There are 67 independent living facilities near Oakland, Vermont. See the full list.
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