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The cost of independent living in Briarwood is about $4,348 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 133 options. Read 2170 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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.
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
We lead a double life of cosmopolitan urbanity and rugged naturalism. Terwilliger Plaza is simultaneously located in the heart of one of the most visionary cities in North America and cradled by the natural beauty of some of the nation’s most breathtaking countryside. Sweeping views of the...
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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.
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 Cogir of Tigard, we believe in an active and fulfilling retirement lifestyle. Our dedicated team handles your daily responsibilities, allowing you to enjoy your day with peace of mind. Our personalized Assisted Living and Memory Care services cater to each individual’s needs, making it easy to...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Senior Apartments
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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.
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, 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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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.
An historical building in downtown Portland, The Taft Home is more than just apartments. This Residential Care Facility opens its doors to individuals with special needs who are physically, mentally, intellectually, socially, or emotionally impaired, resulting in the inability to live...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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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.
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.
Laurelhurst House is an assisted living community with 38 studio apartment units averaging about 350 square feet each. We are located in the Mt. Tabor/Laurelhurst neighborhoods and are close to shopping and other conveniences. Each apartment contains a large handicapped accessible bathroom and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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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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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.
NorthWest Place invites you to discover the distinctive and exciting active retirement lifestyle designed just for you. Our unique location near 23rd Avenue provides endless opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment, just one block from your front porch.Located in one of the most...

Cost of independent living in Briarwood, OR

The average cost of senior living in Briarwood is $4,348 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sherwood, OR with an average of $4,299 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Briarwood, OR vs. nearby cities

Briarwood, OR
$4,348/mo
$4,348/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Briarwood, OR vs. the state and national average

Briarwood, OR
$4,348/mo
$4,300/mo
U.S. national average
$4,127/mo

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

$5,185/mo
Independent Living
$4,348/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Briarwood, OR by room type

Semi-Private
$6,528/mo
Studio
$5,162/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,406/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,139/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,525/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Briarwood over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Briarwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Briarwood

Clearwater Springs Assisted Living in Vancouver, WA

5.0
My mother really likes being at Clearwater Springs Assisted Living community. She has friends that she dines with and the staff are caring and friendly. However, I do think cleaning of halls could be better.

Holi Senior Living in Hillsboro, OR

4.8
They seem to specialize in memory care and assisted living. Very friendly staff, easy to communicate with. They are all very nice people. Memory care residents have their own private bed & bath, not very large, but kept clean by housekeeping. There is a secure patio/walk area, for outdoor ...
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The Heights at Columbia Knoll in Portland, OR

4.0
I have lived here at The Heights at Columbia Knoll for almost two months, and I am still getting acclimated. Unfortunately my husband passed away shortly after I got settled in, so I have been somewhat keeping to myself and not able to get to know the facility too well, but my overall ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and helpful nature of the staff at various communities. At Russellville Park, the staff go out of their way to remember each resident's personal preferences and are attentive during busy and stressful times. At Glenmoore, the staff are described as friend ...
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Well-maintained living spaces. Residents frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces, be it their apartments or common areas. At Creekside Village, the grounds at Creekside Village are pretty and provide a nice walking path around the building. At Russellville Park, the apartments have a full k ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Food is a significant factor for residents' satisfaction, with many praising the quality and variety of meals offered at their communities. At Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, my loved one enjoys the meals and appreciates the chef's efforts to accommodate dietary restrictions. At Creekside Village ...
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Active social environment. Activities and opportunities for socialization are crucial for residents' well-being. At Summerfield Estates Retirement Community, the residents and staff are friendly and helpful, and there are plenty of activities and clubs to join. At Holiday Edgewood Downs, residents enjoy participating ...
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Comfortable living situations. Residents value the comfort and coziness of their living situations. At Somerset Lodge, residents appreciate the mountain view deck filled with beautiful hanging baskets in the summer. At Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, my loved one is comfortable and enjoys the location's proximity to various p ...
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Reasonable pricing. Affordability is a key consideration for many residents, and several communities are praised for their reasonable pricing. At Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, the value for the money is considered reasonable, despite some complaints about the food and slow maintenance. At Creekside Village, Mom i ...
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Briarwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Briarwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Briarwood, 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 Briarwood 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 Briarwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.6%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.3%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.7%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.5%
9.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Briarwood 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 Briarwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.3%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
39%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Briarwood 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 Briarwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.9%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.9%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.8%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.4%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
54.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.9%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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The Lofts by Cogir, Canfield Place and Vancouver Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Briarwood, Oregon. See full list of communities.

There are 133 independent living facilities near Briarwood, Oregon. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Briarwood, Oregon are The Lofts by Cogir, Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland and Cogir of Glenwood Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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