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9.7
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My mother passed away about 1 month after moving to Kent Place. They were very nice there. For the brief time she was there I would rate all categories a 5 and I would recommend this community to other...
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.
At Trustwell Living at Kent Place, our senior living community, you will find laughter, a homelike environment, and quality care. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and...
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9.0
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13 reviews
9.0
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13 reviews
5 star
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3 star
7%
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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.
Avamere at Cascadia is an assisted living community in the scenic mountainside city of Sandy, Oregon, in Clackamas County. Our cozy, inviting community sits on a quiet residential street near Tickle Creek, Sandy Actors Theater and U.S. Route 26, providing easy access to nearby Portland, Oregon....
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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29 reviews
8.9
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29 reviews
5 star
58%
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28%
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14%
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The staff at Cherry Park Plaza are very friendly and caring to their residents. They took wonderful care of my Mom. The move in process went well and the staff was very welcoming. I would highly recommend...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Cherry Park Plaza. We are dedicated to providing comfort and security to those seniors wishing the enhance their retirement years.The many options at Cherry Park Plaza allow you to design your own lifestyle according to your desire, freeing you from the...
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1212 Floor plans available
8.7
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44 reviews
8.7
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44 reviews
5 star
51%
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I am happy here. The staff, in my opinion, is a very good team. As with any facility, there are some issues, but overall, it is a good place to live. The apartments are various room sizes and designs from...
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.
Gresham Manor provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds in the peaceful community of Gresham, you'll love the elegance of our facilities and views of the Cascade Mountains while enjoying the conveniences of the nearby town. We're just...
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22 Floor plans available
8.6
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44 reviews
8.6
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44 reviews
5 star
34%
4 star
36%
3 star
18%
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7%
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My Family member has lived at Brookdale Mt. Hood for over 10 years. I feel like we're a part of the Brookdale Family. She has special needs & staff are so Kind & thoughtful with her Staff have care...
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.
When you’re looking for an independent worry-free lifestyle with a little extra help when you need it, then our personal care community in Gresham, Oregon might be just the right fit for you and your family. Here you have control over your time to do the things you want to do.  Whether...
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8.0
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5 reviews
8.0
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5 reviews
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Since finding Columbia Ridge for my father, almost a year ago, we couldn’t be happier with his care, and the feeling of family they provide. He was very hesitant at first, but has settled right in and made...
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.
Columbia Ridge Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Washougal, Washington in Clark county. Washougal is a suburb of Portland, which means that seniors have plenty of access to a wide variety of dining, shopping, recreation, and services within a short drive. Portland also...
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8.0
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15 reviews
8.0
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15 reviews
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Prestige Huntington Terrace is excellent. It's an elderly community, and the activities and everything else are related to the age of the people who live here, as you would expect. Everything is as...
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 Huntington Terrace (A) Gresham, OR Prestige Senior Living Huntington Terrace offers assisted living in elegant yet homey surroundings in Gresham Oregon. Gresham is located just a short distance from the dining and cultural activities in Portland, it is a quick jaunt to...
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My grandma was happy while she was here. I only got to visit a few times but the community was good. Overall I was satisfied with the care my grandmother got she was safe and had great care.
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.
The Good Samaritan of Fairlawn Villages is a senior nursing home that offers a wide array of services for all of the seniors' needs. The caregivers tend to the seniors needs at any needed time as they are available at the homes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The features of the homes include...
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66 Floor plans available
6.3
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76 reviews
6.3
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76 reviews
5 star
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I much appreciate the opportunity to write this review. My friend resided at Farmington Square Gresham (FSG) Memory Care for about 1 1/2 years before he recently died. Throughout his stay, the staff were...
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.
Farmington Square 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 Farmington Square it is our belief that life should be enriching. Our policy is to provide great food, life-enriching activities,...
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1.0
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1.0
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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.
Avamere at Chestnut Lane is the only facility in the United States that offers Assisted Living services for Deaf and DeafBlind residents. Our building overlooks downtown Gresham, and the views of Mt. Hood from our dining room are spectacular. We are located just 20 minutes East of Portland and it...
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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.
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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: 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.
Located in Gresham, Oregon, Mountain View RCF and Homes is a well respected, family owned retirement care facility. Our beautiful facility offers the intimacy and comfort of a family environment while seeing to the needs of your loved ones. Staff is available twenty-four hours a day,...
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A wonderful facility that deeply cares for their residents. Friendly, thoughtful and hard-working staff combined with a beautiful facility with many amenities and plenty of activities to ensure the best...
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.
Avamere at Sandy is situated amidst a spectacular landscape popularly known as Oregon’s “Gateway to Mt. Hood.” Separated from the commotion of the city, yet only 30 minutes to Portland and 10 miles from Gresham, Our community is close to shops and downtown. Avamere at Sandy offers three gourmet...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Skamania, WA

The average cost of senior living in Skamania is $4,031 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kalama, WA with an average of $3,403 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Skamania, WA vs. nearby cities

Skamania, WA
$4,031/mo
$4,133/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Skamania, WA vs. the state and national average

Skamania, WA
$4,031/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Skamania vs. other types of senior living

$4,837/mo
Independent Living
$4,031/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Skamania, WA by room type

Studio
$4,123/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,785/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,548/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Skamania

Recent reviews for independent living in Skamania

Trustwell Living at Evergreen Place in Vancouver, WA

4.8
Amazingly kind and friendly staff, great communication and openness to services. Great care given to each resident. I would highly recommend this facility to others.

Cherry Park Plaza in Troutdale, OR

4.8
The staff at Cherry Park Plaza are very friendly and caring to their residents. They took wonderful care of my Mom. The move in process went well and the staff was very welcoming. I would highly recommend Cherry Park Plaza to others.

Whitewood Gardens RCF in Portland, OR

4.0
The community is a good fit and we are thankful that we found it. My husband is doing well and getting the care he needs. We are happy with the community and we were very impressed with [Removed], he has kept us up to date when it comes to my husband. I feel we got the best deal with them. The ...
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Skamania independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skamania independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skamania, 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 Skamania 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 Skamania partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Skamania, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Skamania 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 Skamania communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Skamania, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Skamania 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 Skamania offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Skamania, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Trustwell Living at Kent Place, Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver and Cascade Inn are the top-rated independent living facilities near Skamania, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 16 independent living facilities near Skamania, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Skamania, Washington is Trustwell Living at Kent Place. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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