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The cost of independent living in North Fork is about $3,664 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 19 options. Read 103 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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Photo of Trustwell Living at Whitman Place
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[name removed] is the best helper with residents and works with chares and activities. She always has a smile and remember names of residents!
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.
A great place to call home! At Enlivant, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident's quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often...
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Approaching the southern end of of Pendleton is this attractive facility off highway 395 with beautiful landscaping. The residents and staff are very friendly and caring, for anyone interested living in a...
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.
Located across from CHI St. Anthony Hospital and well known medical clinics, this aids in convivence and optimal care.We have been a great community since 2000 and have well over 50 years of combined experience in taking care of Pendleton community members and surrounding towns that make up this...
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It's been a terrific experience. The people have been nice and the staff have been helpful. Honestly, because the atmosphere was warm and positive. And the people seemed genuine and caring.
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.
Why worry about home maintenance, grocery shopping and paying bills when you could instead spend your time re-igniting a passion or immersing yourself in a new hobby? Our assisted living community in College Place, Wash., provides a safe, carefree setting for you to live your redefined...
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I feel like this community did a very good job. This community is expensive but I feel like you are paying for a lot of services overall and they are competitive with all of the other places. My loved one...
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.
Nestled between the Wallowa and Blue Mountains in the Grande Ronde Valley, Wildflower Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care Community offers a lifestyle to meet your unique needs. With proximity to downtown La Grande's architecturally rich and pedestrian-friendly shopping district,...
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They like their apartment but it could use some updating. The food is concerned okay to pretty good and they offer a variety. The building is clean and well cared for. My parents have made friends and...
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.
Grande Ronde offers independent and assisted living in 114 apartments designed for active senior living. We are located near the Blue Mountains, yet close to medical and professional offices, Grande Ronde Hospital, churches and the Union County Senior Center. We offer a caring atmosphere without...
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Very happy we could put mom in this facility. They are always checking on her and the food is good . Very friendly and caring staff. The other residents are very supportive. Very convient to stop in any...
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.
We are located in Northeastern Oregon at the base of the Blue Mountains. We are nestled ten miles south of Walla Walla Washington and thirty miles north of Pendleton Oregon. We have banks, a grocery store, parks and coffee shop close by. Our big open front porch faces the Walla Walla River with a...
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The overall atmosphere is better than the other communities we looked at and the reason we picked them. My husband and I are doing very well and we like the community very much. The staff are wonderful and...
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.
Quail Run Retirement is a family owned and operated community in the Walla Walla Valley. It was established more than 30 years ago to provide our seniors with an affordable alternative to traditional senior housing options. We have been dedicated to helping families maintain strong ties, while...
Photo of Solista Walla Walla by Cogir
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So far things are working out very well for my loved one at Park Plaza. It seems like a very nice facility and we have had no complaints.
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.
At Solista Walla Walla by Cogir, dedicated associates provide a wide range of thoughtful services, including linen, housekeeping, maintenance, and scheduled transportation. Delicious, well-balanced meals are prepared fresh daily by the culinary team, and all meals are served inside the...
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It is a beautiful spot and worth looking into. The community is finding it hard to find staff, and some of the newer staff isn't as trained as they could be. There were choices for meals for the residents...
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.
A grand, tree-lined driveway greets you as you make your way to our stately assisted living center in Walla Walla, Wash. With elegant finishes and scenic surroundings, our community is a luxurious getaway perfect for a rewarding retirement.We’re in a captivating, very natural setting, adjacent to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 Wheatland Village, we focus on the wellness of the body, mind, and spirit. Your senior family member will enjoy a peaceful life here with comfort, security and convenience. Wheatland Village is located near downtown Walla Walla in scenic Eastern Washington. There are plenty of outdoor...
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My loved one is being well taken care of here. All of the residents are dementia or Alzheimer's patients. Everything appears to be very clean, and the staff is all very nice. They are quick to give care when...
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.
Ashley Manor Care Centers are committed to providing clean, modern, homelike living environments with loving caring staff. We provide specialized state of the art therapies and care programs that enhance the health, personal dignity and safety for our residents and peace of mind for our families....
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I highly recommend Suttle Care! My grandmother had lived in a few other facilities and Suttle Care was by far the best care! I cannot express enough how very caring and professional both [name removed] &...
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: 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.
Sun Ridge Retirement Community is a lovely place to call home. Located in a quiet neighborhood in Pendleton, Oregon. We offer independent retirement living in a comfortable family setting. We offer:Loving and friendly staff and residentsThree nutritious meals served daily Vegetarian entrees...
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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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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I love my private room and private bathroom. Some of the residents are very nice and a few i do not like. The staff are great!
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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I have lived at Affinity at Walla Walla, WA for a year and a half. I love living here and tell everyone that this is the best place I have ever lived. The staff are the best, they are always ready to help...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Affinity at Walla Walla we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,110, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot tub,...
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
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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.

Cost of independent living in North Fork, OR

The average cost of senior living in North Fork is $3,664 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milton-Freewater, OR with an average of $3,319 per month.

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

North Fork, OR
$3,664/mo
$3,699/mo

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

North Fork, OR
$3,664/mo
$4,235/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

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

$4,339/mo
Independent Living
$3,664/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,898/mo
Studio
$3,789/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,032/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,269/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,013/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in North Fork over time

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What families are saying about independent living in North Fork

Recent reviews for independent living in North Fork

Quail Run Retirement Community in Walla Walla, WA

5.0
The staff is very friendly, even the owner was laying down on the grass playing with our dog. The managers are great too. They have really good meals, and you have a choice, and they serve meat and vegetarian options too. They have exercise classes and bocce ball, and bingo, so there are some ...
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Wildflower Lodge in La Grande, OR

5.0
My family had to find a place for our father-in-law quickly and Wildflower was so welcoming and just seemed like a good place to go. They seem to be real caring. When we first talked to the sales person for Wildflower, she was very welcoming and able to answer a lot of questions that we had. The ...
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Solista Walla Walla by Cogir

5.0
Park Plaza is a friendly environment and we are very pleased with the apartment size. It appears that not everyone has the same price for an apartment, I think it depends on where it is located so that might be something to ask about while looking. There could be more clarification as far as ...
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North Fork independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Fork independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Fork, 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 North Fork 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 North Fork 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
16.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.8%
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Availability of select dining options in North Fork 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 North Fork communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Fork, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.8%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Fork 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 North Fork offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Fork, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
72.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.1%
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Trustwell Living at Whitman Place, McKay Creek Assisted Living and Brookdale College Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Fork, Oregon. See full list of communities.

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