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Assisted living costs in Kelso average about $5,084 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 333 communities in Kelso. Our detailed directory has 3892 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Longview, Ridgefield and Woodland.

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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Photo of Gentle Hands Adult Family Home
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My friend had a stroke and needed a place that could help provide him with the care he needed. It was hard to find a place that would accept him because of his weight. Gentle Hands took him in, and I have...
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.
Location: Vancouver-Cascade Park, very quiet neighborhood. We are very close to Firstenburg Senior Center and many different stores. Our house is licensed for six residents and we have six bedrooms with bathrooms and two walk in showers. We have two cover patios (front and back), a pond with...
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Photo of Avamere at Hillsboro
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Best location, beautiful memory, care, incredible staff. It just felt right from the moment I walked in and the tour made me sure of my decision.
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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Photo of Lucy's Valley View ACH
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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.
Lucy's Valley View ACH in sunny Portland, Oregon is the perfect place to take your loved one suffering with Alzheimer's disease, dementia or other memory issues. They offer a wide range of senior care services that makes each resident feel right at home. Everything they do at Lucy's Valley View...
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Photo of Bonaventure of Tigard
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99 Floor plans available
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We had toured several other facilities that I liked a lot, but unfortunately, my sister didn't. This was the first one that felt like home to her the minute she first walked in. The on boarding process 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.
Photo of Regency Park
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The shared room is perfect for my mother. She has her own bathroom and bedroom but a shared living space between the two bedrooms. The staff is wonderful. I get frequent updates from the nurses and med tech....
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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They have a very nice dining area where u can make friends lots of activities a small gym, exercise classes, a chapel, card games, bingo, movies and each room has a beautiful balcony! I have met the absolute...
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.
Award winning Independent & Assisted Living retirement community located in the heart of the Lloyd District in Portland, Pacifica Senior Living at Calaroga Terrace is the perfect setting for seniors who enjoy an urban lifestyle. A 17-story high-rise, Calaroga Terrace is a city within a city....
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Photo of Trustwell Living at Evergreen Place
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I'm growing very fond of my new little apartment. It is small but I have everything I need and want. The staff is good. We are going through a staff shortage at this time but everyone has stepped up to help...
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.
At Trustwell Living at Evergreen Place, we provide personalized care tailored to each resident’s unique needs, ensuring they feel truly at home as part of our family.Our award-winning care team is dedicated to delivering exceptional, compassionate support, promoting each resident’s wellbeing and...
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Photo of Bonaventure of Gresham
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I think they do a great job of helping residence who need a variety of care, including onset dementia. They're very kind and helpful.
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.
Photo of Cogir at The Quarry
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Cogir at The Quarry earns 5 stars. When my 99-year old mother walks through the center, it's like she was entering Cheers. Everyone knows her name. The leadership team cares about the experience of their...
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.
Cogir at The Quarry is a senior living community offering a continuum of care services including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and respite care. This engaging community offers active, older adults an opportunity to lead fulfilling lives filled with new experiences and...
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Photo of The Hampton at Salmon Creek Memory Care
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I think there short handed more often then not and I get that . But I think they need to express that to us. The staff on the floor is really good and friendly and they do interact with the people there...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Imagine your loved one thriving at The Hampton at Salmon Creek, where they will be treated like family. Warmth, respect and compassion abound in our beautiful and secured environment. By providing personalized memory care, we enhance the lives of our seniors, and provide peace of mind for their...
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Photo of Powell Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Great place, caring. You may give potential residents my phone number to speak directly with me. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
It all began in the mid 1980's at a time when seniors were looking for innovative care choices that promoted independence and dignity. Powell Valley identified with this need and became one of the first to fill the gap between independent living and skilled nursing care. As pioneers, we continue...
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Photo of Bonaventure of Vancouver
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The staff is very caring, friendly and engaged with her. They work hard to keep all the residents active with multiple forms of activities such as painting, coloring, bead jewelry, scavenger hunts, walking...
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.
Bonaventure of Vancouver is conveniently located in Vancouver, Washington, off Interstate 205. Our independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities will offer state-of-the-art amenities and services for retirement, assisted living, and memory care. Our spacious retirement living...
Photo of Bonaventure of Salmon Creek
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My loved one initially moved into assisted living, and the experience was positive. The meals were good, the apartment was comfortable, and services like housekeeping were handled regularly. On a few...
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.
Photo of Columbia Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
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[name removed] has been great every step of the way. [name removed] is enjoying the food The staff is very nice and has been very accommodating. We're happy with our decision to have Columbia Place be...
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.
Columbia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care, ideally situated in Northeast Portland, inspires joy and vitality while providing personalized care for older adults through a diverse array of programs, amenities, and activities.We invite residents to celebrate the best of life in our vibrant...
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Photo of Holi Senior Living
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Staff= most of them very friendly, very attentive but corporate has come in recently and set up shop and those people don't smile, they seem very unapproachable but the day to day staff are wonderful and...
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 The Inn at University Village
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University Village in Vancouver is new and beautiful if you have clients in the Portland or Vancouver area. It's about the same price as [community name removed]. Oh definitely 5 in every category. If you...
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.
Welcome to University Village, where youthful sophistication can be found. The Inn at University Village is the finest assisted living community in the city of Vancouver, Washington and its surrounding region, delivering world-class service & senior care, community craftsmanship, and...
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Food can be a challenge for people with specialty needs. I.e. someone who doesn't eat chicken. Staff don't understand that chicken is mixed into many meat products and they are not good at reading...
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.
The Finest Care AFH, LLC is a beautiful residential care home located in Vancouver, WA. In Vancouver, you'll be treated to absolutely beautiful trails and parks to enjoy the wonderful outdoors. Klineline Pond and Salmon Creek Park is our community's favorite location for a swim. You'll find 35...
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Only place I could find on short notice in the area that would take Medicare then transition to Medicaid when funds are gone. I 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.
The Hampton Vancouver Alzheimer's Community is located in the pleasant Vancouver suburb of Cascade Park. It is convenient to Southwest Washington Medical Center and physician offices. The Hampton is specially designed to help those suffering from mild to advanced stage Alzheimer's disease or...
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I moved to Rosewood Park one year ago. I am so happy here and with my apartment. The staff is awesome, everyone so friendly and helpful,I cannot say enough wonderful things about everyone. The food has...
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.
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...
Photo of Hawthorne Gardens Senior Living
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Our friend stayed in the memory care floor of the facility. It was a hurried placement, however the staff was attentive and accommodating. They kindly assisted us through some complicated processes. Our...
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.
Welcome, Thank you for your interest in Hawthorne Gardens. Home is a place where you find comfort, a feeling of security, and a sense of belonging. We make it our goal to create just that. Hawthorne Gardens is nestled in the historic neighborhood of Southeast Portland, where there is a true...
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Photo of Arcadia at Lookout Ridge Senior Living
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So far my experience with them has been very positive. I know my mom likes her new apartment and the care she has been given. This is my first experience with an assisted living facility, but I would give...
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.
Arcadia at Lookout Ridge Senior Living welcomes seniors to a secluded residential neighborhood that's filled with beautiful scenic views. The community is located in Washougal, Washington, near the border of Washington and Oregon.Residents at Arcadia at Lookout Ridge Senior Living live in...
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The staff members are super friendly and our loved one seems well taken care of. Based on the experience we have had so far with Tabor Crest we would recommend them to other families
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Tabor Crest Residential Care, LLC is a family owned and operated residential care facility located in Portland, Oregon with plenty of room for residents to feel at home. Our mission is to compassionately serve all of our residents with recognition to each of their individual physical, mental,...
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They are well staffed and attentive to needs, especially for complicated cases. Adult foster care homes fall short in meeting the needs for more complicated cases, they just do not have the resources nor...
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.
Photo of The Cottages Senior Living
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Overall experience 5: It was stressful when we had to move our father to the Portland metro area. We immediately felt like The Cottages was going to be a good fit.. Cleanliness 5: Every area that we've been...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Proud to be recognized by Metropolitan Senior Network, Senior Advisor, Oregon Health Care Association, & Pacifica Senior Living for being the BEST of the BEST in Oregon Senior Living! Located in quaint residential neighborhood in vibrant Portland, Oregon, this award-winning community offers...
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The staff is friendly and the activities are good. The food is just so-so. My resident has experienced many missing items and unexplained injuries. The caregivers are good, but they appear to be understaffed
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Offering the finest memory care in Clark County, White Oak Village is dedicated to the social, spiritual, mental and physical well-being of every one of our residents. Our person-centered approach with those experiencing Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia is a multifaceted one designed to...
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Cost of assisted living in Kelso, WA

The average cost of senior living in Kelso is $5,084 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Longview, WA with an average of $5,084 per month.

Assisted living costs in Kelso, WA, vs. state and national averages

Kelso, WA
$5,084/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Kelso, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,084/mo
$7,846/mo

Assisted living costs in Kelso, WA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,981/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,261/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,695/mo

Senior living costs in Kelso 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: Kelso, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKelso, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,084/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,846/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,460/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Kelso, WA:$5,084/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Kelso, WA:$7,846/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Kelso, WA:$3,460/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Kelso, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Kelso 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 Kelso, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Kelso 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 average 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Kelso, WA$5,755/mo$5,387/mo+6.8%
Washington$5,789/mo$5,612/mo+3.1%
National$5,364/mo$5,190/mo+3.4%
Kelso, WA
2024 average cost:$5,755/mo
2023 average cost:$5,387/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,789/mo
2023 average cost:$5,612/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,364/mo
2023 average cost:$5,190/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Kelso, WA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Kelso

Recent reviews for assisted living in Kelso

Cedar Hills in Portland, OR

4.5
The staff at this care home work with the family. They are flexible and get to know the residents. There is a Registered Nurse on site. The community is clean as they are particular about the environment. They are knowledgeable about the rules and regulations in Oregon. The food seems healthy ...
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Senior Haven in Portland, OR

5.0
The community and activities director is very accommodating to my loved one's requests. The value is good. I think Senior Haven provides high level care. There are patios available off of the resident's rooms. They even hung décor in my loved one's rooms.

Jhoanna's Adult Care Home, LLC in Happy Valley, OR

4.9
Overall, my loved one is happy. We picked because this community, because of their ability to handle wound care and other needs for my loved one . I was impressed with the caregivers, positive attitude and the fact that they are easy to reach. They also respond immediaitely. I would recommend to ...
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Kelso review score based on 597 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 597 reviews of 333 Kelso assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Kelso 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

Kelso review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Kelso, WA333 facilities
9.0
Centralia, WA44 facilities
8.0
Vancouver, WA429 facilities

Review subcategories for Kelso 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 597 reviews of 333 Kelso assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Kelso 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.
Kelso, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.4
Friendliness
3.2
3.5
Care services
2.8
3.2
Staff
3.0
3.4
Meals & dining
2.8
3.1
Activities
2.8
3.1
Value for cost*
2.8
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Kelso assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kelso assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kelso, 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 Kelso 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 Kelso that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kelso, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.7%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.6%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kelso 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 Kelso Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kelso, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.4%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kelso 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 Kelso partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kelso, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.4%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.2%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Kelso 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 Kelso communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kelso, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.5%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kelso 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 Kelso offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kelso, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
35.1%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.9%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.2%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
37.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
24.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.1%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Kelso

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 Washington assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Kelso protect seniors.
Learn about Washington assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Prestige Senior Living Monticello Park, Trustwell Living at Highlander Place and Canterbury Inn are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Kelso, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 333 assisted living facilities near Kelso, Washington. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Kelso, Washington is Grove Pointe Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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