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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Polk County, OR

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Assisted living costs in Polk County average about $4,921 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 226 communities in Polk County. Our detailed directory has 2592 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Our Mom lived at Cedar Lodge for a couple of years. She had gotten a spiral fracture on her left leg. In her mid 90s and at 96 she then had a stroke. Pricing very fair! Facility impeccably kept! Food...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Cedar Lodge is a residential care home in Oregon City, Or.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Longevity Home Care is committed to provide an environment that enriches people's lives through quality of services in a home like setting . With our highly skilled certified care takers and unique setting we maximize the quality of life for our memory impaired residents. Our dedicated caregivers...
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It is a supportive environment. The staff are friendly, caring,and diligent. The food is good. The apartment is a good size, it is comfortable, and it is clean. The people who live there are friendly,...
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.
Meadows Courtyard Inc is an assisted living community located in beautiful Oregon City, Oregon. If you are looking for a comfortable and secure place to call home, then look no further than Meadows Courtyard Inc. Oregon City is at the junction of the Willamette and Clackamas Rivers making it...
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The rooms are nice, and the personnel are nice. They're cleaning all the time, but they leave it completely up to the residents to clean their rooms though. They don't have activities, and the food is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Lausche Gardens Retirement is conveniently located at Hilltop in Oregon City. It's secluded off the street location gives it not only privacy but a felling of being in the country. The many trees, courtyard and fountain make it an ideal place to enjoy a sunny afternoon or a walk in the garden....
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Cost of assisted living in Polk County, OR

The average cost of senior living in Polk County is $4,921 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Turner, OR with an average of $4,768 per month.

Assisted living costs in Polk County, OR, vs. nearby counties

Polk County, OR
$4,921/mo
$5,004/mo

Assisted living costs in Polk County, OR, vs. state and national averages

Polk County, OR
$4,921/mo
$4,846/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

Assisted living costs in Polk County, OR, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,921/mo
$5,464/mo

Assisted living costs in Polk County, OR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,525/mo
Studio
$4,909/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,663/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,030/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,650/mo

Senior living costs in Polk County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Polk County, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typePolk County, OROregonU.S.
Assisted Living$4,921/mo$4,846/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,464/mo$5,270/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living$4,602/mo$4,466/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Polk County, OR:$4,921/mo
Oregon:$4,846/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Polk County, OR:$5,464/mo
Oregon:$5,270/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Polk County, OR:$4,602/mo
Oregon:$4,466/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Assisted living costs in Polk County, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Polk County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Polk County, OR

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Polk County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Polk County, OR$6,247/mo$5,927/mo+5.4%
Oregon$6,130/mo$5,739/mo+6.8%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Polk County, OR
2024 average cost:$6,247/mo
2023 average cost:$5,927/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$6,130/mo
2023 average cost:$5,739/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Polk County, OR

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Polk County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Polk County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Polk County

Blue Haven RCF - Dallas

4.0
My sister lives in Blue Haven. She has been there for about three years. She now receives hospice and this facility continues to give her loving care.

Anice Place Adult Foster Home, LLC in Albany, OR

4.7
I am very happy with the community. They could improve on the quality of the food. Overall, I would recommend to ther families.

McMinnville Memory Care

5.0
The people working at Pacifica are the best. They are all caring, loving and patient. I would never want to leave. The food is delicious (according to my mom) and nutritious and I've noticed that the menu is varied and has nice things like fresh fruit.

Polk County review score based on 446 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 446 reviews of 204 Polk County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Polk County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Polk County review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Polk County, OR204 facilities
7.9
Falls City, OR165 facilities
8.1
Dallas, OR6 facilities

Review subcategories for Polk County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 446 reviews of 204 Polk County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Polk County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Polk County, OR averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
3.9
Friendliness
3.9
4.0
Care services
3.5
3.6
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.3
3.5
Activities
3.3
3.5
Value for cost*
3.4
3.6
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Polk County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polk County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Polk County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Polk County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75.5%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.2%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
79.9%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.6%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Polk County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Polk County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polk County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Polk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.6%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
40.2%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.4%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Polk County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Polk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.5%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.7%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
40.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.1%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polk County assisted 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 assisted living communities in Polk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polk County, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.4%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.9%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.4%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.7%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.6%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.8%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.8%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.5%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
52.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
32.8%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Polk County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Oregon assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Polk County protect seniors.
Learn about Oregon assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Windsong Memory Care at Eola Hills, Jefferson Lodge and Redwood Heights by Cogir are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 226 assisted living facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Polk County, Oregon is Grove Pointe Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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