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The cost of independent living in Ariel is about $4,249 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 254 options. Read 4056 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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The Springs is a very nice place for your loved one.
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.
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Woodland Heights is a top-notch assisted living facility. The staff are capable, kind, and caring. They have very little turnover, and high safety standards. My parents moved there from another ALF during...
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.
Woodland Heights Assisted Living Residence is Tigard’s best kept secret. Nestled in majestic fir trees it is conveniently located to Highway 217 and just minutes from social business and Washington Square. The beauty of Woodlands Heights shines from withing; staff and management work together as...
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It was a struggle initially as she did not want to be there. After some time settling in she has made some friends and seems to be enjoying her time now. Overall everyone seems very caring and compassionate.
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.
Somerset Assisted Living offers a community which combines the care seniors need with the independence they cherish. Individual apartments are available for rent on a month-to-month basis with no buy-in fees or leases. Somerset is beautifully designed with spacious apartments and common areas....
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We placed my mother-in-law in the Gardens (memory care) about 1 1/2 years ago. We found the caregivers to be kind and compassionate. And this was especially true when our mother-in-law went on hospice care...
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.
The Grove & The Gardens is conveniently located just outside of Portland, in Forest Grove, Oregon. We are family owned & operated with more that 40 years of experience serving seniors. We take every opportunity to make sure our services, staff and surroundings meet the same level of...
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We are very delighted to have picked the Forest Grove Beehive community for our loved one, she is settling in really nicely and is very happy. They have plenty of different activities for the residents to...
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.
If you're looking for a caring place to call home in Washington County, look no further than the Forest Grove Beehive. Since opening its doors in 1991, the Beehive has earned a reputation for providing the highest quality care at an affordable price in the most comfortable home-like atmosphere....
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I would say the people running the facility and the residents are very friendly. I choose this facility because of the friendliness and because it was smaller in size. It had a homey environment rather...
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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.
Prestige Senior Living Riverwood (A) Tualatin, OR Prestige Senior Living Riverwood is an assisted living community located in Tualatin OR on the banks of the Tualatin River. While we are in the midst of many parks and wildlife areas we are also close to medical facilities, restaurants and...
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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.
Your Life. Your Home. Your Way. Rent your own cottage and benefit from the resources of a senior community. You don't have to be a senior either! It's the best of both worlds because you have the privacy and comfort of your own home. Ant yet you can also have the resources of an established...
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My husband was in the Memory Care section of Tanner Spring. His caregivers were loving and caring and his nurse couldn't have been nicer or more professional. Unfortunately he passed away in September. I...
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.
Tanner Spring is a wonderful place to call home. You have the choice to select where you wish to live. Our studio and one bedroom apartments offer you the best of both worlds: independent lifestyle with friendly professional staff that provides support with dignity and understanding. With our...
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We chose Rose Linn Vintage Place because I thought they would be able to provide more personal attention to our loved one since it is a smaller facility. The administrative staff was very honest and...
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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I am Power of Attorney for my wife's aunt who is now 93 and has been residing at The Woods at Willow Creek, a Springs facility in Salem, Oregon, for over 5 years. I was so impressed with the care provided...
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 Springs at Sherwood is a thoughtfully designed senior living community where you can find relaxation, security, healthy living, and fun. We offer assisted living and memory care, each with personalized levels of support. As your needs change, you can continue to enjoy the amenities and...
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My mother is there for rehab after a fall. She just arrived there yesterday but it was recommended to us by her independent living community, Spring Ridge, and by other people. So far everyone has been...
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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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Since he moved in, the staff have all taken very good care on my uncle. His needs have changed since he moved in and they do a very good job of adjusting and adapting to the situation. The place is very...
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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.
Grace Place is a small community with a big heart. We are located on the north side of Estacada, Oregon just a mile east of the Clackamas River. We are 25 miles from downtown Portland so the many cultural and recreational activities offered there are within easy reach. Estacada is near the...
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Five for all except the food, which I would give a four just for the variety the quality is good for most of the things that I like probably for number eight. The value for money would be less than a five...
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.
There's a conscious pride about SpringRidge at Charbonneau that you'll sense the minute you cross the threshold. You'll feel it in the handsome surroundings, the manicured garden courtyards, and the rich architectural detailing reminiscent of a French Country manor. Nestled on an impeccable, 10...
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The administrative staff have been very accommodating with some unforeseen circumstances, i.e. renovation delays, a flooding incident due to a frozen pipe, etc. Tenants are very friendly. My mom has made a...
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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.
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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I am currently a resident at Cornell Estates and everything has been great for me here at this facility so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff is also great. Based on my experience so...
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.
Cornell Estates is a retirement community for active, independent seniors who no longer wish to live alone. Our facility is designed with modern comfort, safety and elegance. We are conveniently situated in a quiet residential neighborhood near Hillsboro, Oregon, offering a perfect blend of city...
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I believe they all get "5" it's truly amazing. The staff is amazing, I'm not sure where to stop. Life enrichment is wonderful. The head of memory care is on top of it. Can't say enough good things. And the...
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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I love the opportunity mom has had to make new friends. However, there has been lots of turnover of employees and staffing shortages, but I hear that is happening at a number of facilities in our area. And...
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.
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.
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.
Spring Meadows is a pioneer in offering assisted living to older and disabled adults who want to retain their independence while receiving the services they need. You will find a wide range of assistance offered in a country setting where privacy is respected and maximum independence is...
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.
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 offers the ideal retirement, assistance when you need it and independance when you want it.
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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.
Enjoy a full service, maintenance-free lifestyle from the comfort of this well-appointed community designed to accommodate a senior-friendly lifestyle. Whatever your interests, and however you decide to spend your days, this independent living community is the perfect setting for you.
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All the people at Highgate are very professional and loving to my mother. She enjoys being there and now calls it home. Good job to the Highgate staff
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.
What Sets Us Apart?Highgate provides a wonderful living experience designed to provide “Wellness in Aging.” At Highgate, assisted living is having loving care at hand when needed. Our personal care services are customized to meet each individual resident’s needs, so that they may remain...
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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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We're pretty happy with Affinity. We definitely tell people they have a lot to offer. It's like a little mini resort, with lots of activities. Everybody is friendly and seems to be really helpful and...
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.
We are a brand new senior living apartment community in Vancouver WA for individuals 62+ and older. Affinity at Vancouver is a one of a kind option for the active adult wanting to pursue their own passions. Our communities are specifically designed to foster resident driven engagement through an...
Cost of independent living in Ariel, WA
The average cost of senior living in Ariel is $4,249 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Napavine, WA with an average of $2,760 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ariel, WA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ariel, WA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Ariel
Recent reviews for independent living in Ariel
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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Ariel independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ariel independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ariel, 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 Ariel 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 Ariel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ariel, WANational
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Availability of select dining options in Ariel 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 Ariel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ariel, WANational
Professional chef
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ariel 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 Ariel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ariel, WANational
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Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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The Lofts by Cogir, Canfield Place and Vancouver Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ariel, Washington. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Ariel, Washington 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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