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The cost of independent living in Bow is about $3,896 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 336 options. Read 1372 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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Absolutely the kindest, caring and hard working staff you will find anywhere and the residence is lovely, cheerful and clean. [Name removed] who is the manager at Magnolia has gone above and beyond to help...
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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.
Magnolia Gardens provides an independent living community to seniors who are looking to make Langley, BC their home. Langley offers much to do for both residents and their guests, including checking out the Campbell Valley Regional Park. Guests and residents will also enjoy spending time at the...
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You always read the “downside” of a facility in reviews. I have been here two years. Quite content. But today, management went “above and beyond in my favor”. There had been an incident re parking...
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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.
Our apartments offer sought after features, such as a spacious kitchen, built in microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, space saver washer and dryer, patios or balconies, bright maple cabinetry, all in a wonderful open floor plan. Here at the Vintage at Everett, our residents enjoy great...
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Our parents have been with this care facility for 8 months and we have only praise for all of the care they have been receiving. They have a wonderful caring staff, who take an interest in all the needs of...
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.
Langley Seniors Village offers Assisted Living care in the beautiful Willoughby area of Langley and is centrally located near amenities such as shopping, a library, pharmacy and bank.
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It's absolutely wonderful. My relative loves it there, and is so happy. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about them. They are wonderful.
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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.
Welcome! Bethshan Gardens is Cloverdale's newest independent living residence for seniors. Offering affordable housing in a warm and friendly environment. Values Statement At Bethshan Gardens we value: The dignity of the individual Respect for each person Honesty in our dealings Integrity in...
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Although I know that my father is well taken care of in terms of having regular meals and company, there are some ongoing issues that are a concern for us. 1) quality of the food is low; High carbs...
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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.
Amenida Seniors’ Community has been helping the seniors of our community for over 20 years. We understand that you are looking for more than “home-like” – you are looking for somewhere that IS home! In addition to great food, fun activities and a well-kept, clean building, you will find us...
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Suites are large, the staff is friendly and the food is excellent.
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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.
The Wellesley, a luxury retirement community in Victoria for over 27 years. We boast large bright suites with a variety of floor plans to choose from. Centrally located close to the Royal Jubilee hospital, shopping centers, grocery stores and all the downtown amenities without living right...
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The food was really good and the rooms were comfortable. The staff were super nice although they are short staffed. The biggest concern I had was their pharmacy provider was far away and there were many...
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.
For over 30 years, Sunrise Senior Living's resident-centered approach allows seniors with changing needs to live with independence, dignity, and the joy of every day.Sunrise of Victoria's beautiful community was opened in the Fairfield neighborhood in 2001, and is centrally located near the Inner...
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Absolutely the best! Gourmet meals! Amazing staff! Excellent facilities! Totally secure, protected, and safe! Best value! Never been happier! Wish we had moved in sooner!
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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.
Bear Creek villa is an independent living community located in Surrey B.C. Canada. Our residence is located on a serene environment with a cascading topography of evergreens and creeks that run through the Bear Creek park in which we are located . The Bear Creek villa residence has a...
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I very much enjoyed it. - I went there twice for a few months each time. I would highly recommend it. The location is beautiful, it's right on the water and you can watch the ships come and go. They had...
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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 or someone you love is considering a retirement in Victoria, you must include Amica at Somerset House on your list of must—see locations. Prepare to be spoiled. Imagine living by the ocean, with stunning views from the lounges on each floor and expansive manicured grounds and gardens that...
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What we like the most about South Pointe is the size of the community, it is smaller and single floor. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Here you'll find everything you need to enjoy the lifestyle you're looking for. We pride ourselves in being a service-rich community, addressing your needs for comfort and security, while respecting your desire to enjoy a carefree, independent way of life. Plus, it's all at a price that makes...
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When my mom lived her I went to visit her and I saw a lovely community. She had a friend who lived there. I noticed there are residents that may have lost their partner and it could benefit the resident if...
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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 Auburn Retirement Residences is an independent Living Community that is poised to become the #1 community for seniors in Chilliwack. The Auburn Retirement Residence offers residents an unparalleled upscale living environment, providing Independent Living Services. Located in the heart of...
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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.
Norgarden and The Peninsula sit on a quiet road in a friendly neighborhood just a block from downtown Sidney-by-the-Sea, and only 20-minutes from downtown Victoria. Both facilities are family-owned, operated and impeccably maintained. Tastefully appointed suites, gourmet meals, weekly...
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I would say they go out of there way to make the residents feel like it's a home not a nursing home the only improvement I can think of is to have more Canadian style meals sorta meat and potatoes sort of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Enjoy a unique experience of luxury living and modern design. Discover Richmond's brand new, cruise-inspired community and live life on your own terms. Join a therapy program in the indoor aquatic center and health spa or have a drink and a game of pool with a view of the expansive courtyard....
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Independent senior living at its finest, when I moved into The Victorian. Appealing to me were the spaciously, well planned living quarters to meet residents' preferences, be it a Studio or a one or...
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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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The experience has been very welcoming. The activities are varied. They have an ambassador program to welcome new residents. The suites are spacious with great natural light. There are lots of patios for...
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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, 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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This is an especially attractive facility if a person needs Medicaid, or will need Medicaid in the future Great location close to shopping and we found it helpful to be able to go walk down to the lake on...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Bow, WA

The average cost of senior living in Bow is $3,896 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lynden, WA with an average of $3,404 per month.

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

Bow, WA
$3,896/mo

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

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$3,896/mo
U.S. national average
$4,126/mo

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

$5,276/mo
Independent Living
$3,896/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,884/mo
Studio
$4,642/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,455/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,717/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,717/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bow over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Bow

Recent reviews for independent living in Bow

The Vintage at Mount Vernon

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I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for ...
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Leopold Retirement in Bellingham, WA

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I'm so glad my family and I chose this community for my new home. The caregivers and staff are kind and helpful. Only had 1 room available but will be getting a bigger one soon I hope. The Activities are amazing her like bingo, arts&crafts, bridge and even a Happy Hour. They have a bus that will ...
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South Pointe Assisted Living in Everett, WA

5.0
My mom was here for several years and really enjoyed the other residents and the staff. It's a really small community, the smallest I've ever seen, and it's all on one level so it was easy for her to get around with her walker. Great for someone looking for a warm, family-like environment.

Bow independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bow independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bow, 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 Bow 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 Bow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Availability of select dining options in Bow 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 Bow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bow 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 Bow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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Community service programs
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Devotional activities on-site
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Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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Outings / off-site activities
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Piano or organ
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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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Dances
Dances
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Cogir of Mill Creek, Avista Ferndale and Quail Park of Lynnwood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bow, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 336 independent living facilities near Bow, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Bow, Washington is Cogir of Mill Creek. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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