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Photo of Holiday Rock Creek
2121 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
8.9
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I like the facility. Clean and up to date. Staff has been an issue, but the GM is getting it in order one area at a time. I'm very pleased with [name removed] the GM. And [name removed] the Sales Manager who...
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.
Rock Creek provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Situated in scenic Hillsboro just 15 minutes from Portland, you'll love the quiet charm of our town with big city activities just a short drive away. Our community is full of wonderful shopping, golfing,...
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What we like the most about Holi Senior Living is the size of the community and AL is all on one floor. The staff are assigned patients for the shift which provides more consistency. Yes, we would recommend...
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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51 reviews
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I would say 5 for all the categories, with the exception of #5. But I will note that Mom doesn't take part in many of the activities due to her age and some health restrictions. Also, I don't really have a...
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.
Live at Canfield Place Retirement Community and live the balanced life. We are located in the peaceful neighborhood of Highland Hills, close to beautiful Sexton Mountain and Cooper Mountain Nature Park. However, we are a short bus ride to Beaverton, where you can catch The Max or indulge your...
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Meals & dining need a lot of help. [name removed] in the office isn't real good about following up on concerns brought up, have to stay on him. overall just a quiet home style place no real over priced bells...
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.
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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The Elms offers the nicest bunch of people I have ever lived with . My studio is quiet and safe. A lovely park nearby, my church, Senior Center and Safeway.
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 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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What I like most about Creekside Village is the walking path. It's so peaceful and large! We would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
Creekside Village is an Independent Senior Retirement Community for residents 55 years of age and older located close to Portland in central Beaverton, Oregon. Since 1985, our staff has provided residents with wonderful amenities. We have spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, community and...
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55 Floor plans available
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My mom is extremely happy at Morningstar. Several reasons, really. She said that, compared to her former residence , the people at Morningstar are very friendly. She feels welcome and included in all facets....
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.
If you are looking for the best independent living Hillsboro offers, you have found it. Designed for active seniors, MorningStar Senior Living of Hillsboro offers the opportunity for a maintenance-free lifestyle that leaves you plenty of time to embrace life on your own terms. Located in the...
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5 for all. My mom is in hospice and no longer there but she loved it there and I was impressed with it. Also the residents there all seemed to like the place. I would recommend it if ever asked where to...
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...
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I will share my experience. All the assisted living facilities that we checked charge extra rent for the spouse to stay with the husband or wife needing the care [amount removed]. However, at Ackerly, if you...
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.
The Ackerly at Reed’s Crossing offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in the Reed’s Crossing neighborhood of Hillsboro, Oregon. Our warm and inviting community offers a continuum of care with life-enhancing services, including independent living, assisted living, and memory...
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1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.0
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Based on my experience (and I'm discussing the memory care unit) it is a wonderful place. The staff are all competent and extremely caring. I believe there are only 13-14 spots in memory care so the ratio 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.
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Photo of Holiday Edgewood Downs
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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8.8
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Mixed experience but better condition now, could be cleaner but housekeepers are excellent . Friendliness of staff good. New GM very good [name removed] . I don't have a caregiver but the ones who work here...
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.
Edgewood Downs is located in Beaverton, OR and offers independent living, encouraging seniors to live life on their terms. As part of Holiday Retirement, we have 48 years of experience serving Seniors. Guests enjoy the chef-prepared meals and purposeful programs offered daily. The services...
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The staff is very good about one on one so that no individual ever feels left out or alone. Really, our one concern has been about the state of mind about the other residents. Our mom has dementia but she...
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.
“Our resort-style, beautifully designed senior living community was thoughtfully built in Beaverton, Oregon. This attractive area brings our residents a delightful destination, sitting right across the way from the city’s premier shopping destinations, like Tanasbourne Village and Sunset Square....
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Moving my Mom into Merrill Gardens Hillsboro was the best decision we've made.. I use the term "we" because it was a group decision between my Mom, my Wife and me.. My Mom is much happier now after living...
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.
We are proud to introduce our new senior living community in historic downtown Hillsboro. Our location offers easy access to a wide variety of amenities, parks, museums and more!Managing a packed calendar of enriching activities is a full-time job and our Active Living Program Director is up to...
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Staff friendliness was rated lower due to some staff who sat and on their phones, chewing gum (one of my pet peeves) and not interacting with the residents. I think more supervision by making rounds...
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.
Regency Park Senior Living is located in the beautiful West Hills of Portland, Oregon. Our community has supported our residents and their families with expert care and services for over 30 years.Regency Park offers residents a community designed with elegance while providing levels of care that...
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The people there from the top down are truly amazing. Mom has moved to memory care and boyfriend is in asstd living. They still hang out daily and everybody knows everybody. Anything we have ever asked has...
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.
Ciel of Cedar Mill offers both memory care and assisted living services. Our memory care residents receive around-the-clock specialized care, dedicated staff, and access to our life enrichment program designed specifically around our residents’ needs and interests. Our assisted living residents...
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With the help of caring and attentive management and staff especially [name removed], my brother is now enjoying every minute of his stay at Edgewood Point. He feels truly valued and cared for and we are...
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.
Edgewood Point Assisted Living in Beaverton, Oregon, combines the care seniors need, the convenience they value, and the independence they cherish.Edgewood Point is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our community amenities include maintenance and...
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I am so impressed with staff and management at Farmington Square Beaverton, particularly during the last few days while my mother was being transferred into transitional memory care. Mom has lived there for...
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 Senior Care Community is located within the heart of Beaverton. Our community is designed to provide a comfortable home in small buildings where relationships between residents and staff are personal. Our ratio of caregivers to residents is higher than industry standards and...
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The Springs reminded our family of an elegant cruise ship, and not only were we impressed with the outreach from the staff but also from the residents. When our loved one first moved in, right away she 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.
Conveniently located in the thriving, active Tanasbourne district in Hillsboro, The Springs at Tanasbourne provides you with the perfect setting for relaxation, security, healthy living, and fun. We offer a living options that include independent living, assisted living and memory care, each with...
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They are very willing to work with you and your loved one. They are helpful, transparent, and willing to work with you. The staff communication with the family is great. The care they are able to provide...
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.
Avamere at Bethany is an upscale senior living community offering luxury living in the comfort of your own cottage or assisted living apartment. In addition, a broad range of personal support services are available when you need them. The cottages are situated in a quiet residential neighborhood...
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The staff seems to go above and beyond to take care of the clients and the cost of a little more than what I thought it would be but it's still within reason and [name removed] is very happy there. Much...
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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I wish that I could give them a 10/5 on everything! The staff were absolutely incredible, and seemed to genuinely care about my aunt. They were kind, patient and firm with her. The food was healthy, she...
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.
Our community is clean and modern, but also warm and inviting, making our residents and their families feel right at home. From your first visit with us, you will notice that senior living at The Ackerly is full of fun and adventure. Our new community already has a strong sense of community and...
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The friendliness of the staff is their strongest area. I can't say enough good things about them. The facility is so bright and cheerful due to the design of the building. The smaller size makes it so...
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 Beaverton Hills (A) Beaverton, OR Prestige Senior Living Beaverton Hills is a boutique assisted living community located less than ten miles from Portland. Our ideal location allows residents easy access to all of the city amenities but we are also close enough to the coast...
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It is very good and we are happy that mom is here. They have a lot of thing to do for the residents. They are doing great job and the staff are great. On our tour I saw huge, emotional, intuition from the...
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.
Hearthstone of Beaverton is a charming boutique-like community where everyone has a sense of belonging. We specialize in assisted living and are committed to serving our residents, family members and each other with love, respect and integrity for 20 years. Hearthstone is locally owned and...
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A very nice community with a very clean environment. The food is good and a good variety. The activities are good for anyone wanting to participate. I would recommend this for great care for a loved one.
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.
We are a social, active community providing high quality and affordable housing with a commitment to excellence in active independent senior living. It's the privacy and freedom of home combined with the convenience and security of on-call assistance. Residents feel connected within our...
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We looked at so many different places,and this place fit my mom best. It was comfortable for my mom and they offered a lot of services at a lower price than other communities. The food was very good and my...
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.
As an assisted living and Alzheimer Care Community, Raleigh Hills is dedicated to promoting each resident's independence, rights, choices, and individuality. We believe in providing our residents with the highest quality of life; supporting each are of their life with assistance as they request...

Cost of independent living in Merle, OR

The average cost of senior living in Merle is $4,330 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Scappoose, OR with an average of $4,075 per month.

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

Merle, OR
$4,330/mo
$4,340/mo

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

Merle, OR
$4,330/mo
$4,303/mo
U.S. national average
$4,126/mo

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

$5,214/mo
Independent Living
$4,330/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,345/mo
Studio
$5,730/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,416/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,754/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,662/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Merle over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Merle

Recent reviews for independent living in Merle

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

Excellent and long-tenured staff. Several reviews mention the dedication and friendliness of the staff at different communities, such as Creekside Village, who have been working there for years and are praised for their attentiveness and care. Residents at Holiday Rock Creek also appreciate the staff's efforts to create a we ...
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Great food and dining experiences. Many reviews, including those for MorningStar of Hillsboro and Creekside Village, highlight the high quality and deliciousness of the meals provided at the senior communities. Residents look forward to mealtimes and enjoy the variety of options.
Active and engaged residents. Residents at various communities, such as MorningStar of Hillsboro and The Ackerly at Reed’s Crossing, participate in a wide range of activities that cater to their interests, including games, movies, art, and trips. These activities help keep residents socially engaged and active.
Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Numerous reviews, like those for MorningStar of Hillsboro and Holiday Rock Creek, express the warmth and inclusivity of the communities, with both residents and staff contributing to a sense of belonging and happiness.
High-quality maintenance and cleanliness. Several reviews, including those for Creekside Village and The Elms Retirement Community, commend the upkeep and cleanliness of the communities, with residents appreciating the well-maintained living spaces and common areas.
Effective communication between staff and families. Residents and their families at Rosewood Park and Holiday Edgewood Downs mention the open and responsive communication between staff and families, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are met.
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Merle independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merle independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merle, 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 Merle 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 Merle partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merle, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.4%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.1%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Merle 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 Merle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merle, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
49%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merle 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 Merle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merle, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
59.2%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.3%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.9%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
34.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.8%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Lofts by Cogir, Canfield Place and Vancouver Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merle, Oregon. See full list of communities.

There are 52 independent living facilities near Merle, Oregon. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Merle, 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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