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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Barlow, OR

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The cost of independent living in Barlow is about $3,502 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 286 options.

Read 5786 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Portland, Beaverton and Milwaukie.

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Brookdale Stayton provides senior living options for seniors in the Marion County Oregon area. We enjoy small-town comfort with Salem nearby for shopping, dining and medical services. Portland is only an hour away and provides a favorite day trip for residents during Rose Festival and other...
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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.
Deer Meadow Assisted Living is a small community with a country setting and welcoming atmosphere. Our caring staff and friendly residents will make you feel right at home. Deer Meadow is conveniently located in Sheridan between the Oregon Coast and Salem. At Deer Meadow we respect each...
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I was in the building with asst living, everyday i would go over to asst living, peaceful, friendly, just a place I want to be, The team is just that, a team that works together for me, Dallas is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
                   Avamere offers the ideal retirement,      assistance when you need it and independance when you want it.     
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.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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...
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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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This is a 55+ community. I used to live here and it was good but I got real sick and ended up in the hospital. That’s the only reason I moved out. It was nice. The staff was nice. I liked that everything was...
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We offer once a week bus trips to town and 2 times per month scheduled Doctors visits. We have extensive activities and several bus trips planned each month. We have a very informed, friendly and caring staff. We are located close to town and doctors offices. We have a mall just 5 minutes away....
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in Barlow, OR

The average cost of senior living in Barlow is $3,502 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aurora, OR with an average of $3,323 per month.

Independent living costs in Barlow, OR, vs. state and national averages

Barlow, OR
$3,502/mo
$3,426/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Barlow, OR, vs. other senior living options

$8,546/mo
Independent Living
$3,502/mo

Independent living costs in Barlow, OR, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,927/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,095/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,471/mo

Senior living costs in Barlow 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: Barlow, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarlow, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$3,502/mo$3,426/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,714/mo$6,838/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,546/mo$8,364/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Barlow, OR:$3,502/mo
Oregon:$3,426/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Barlow, OR:$6,714/mo
Oregon:$6,838/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Barlow, OR:$8,546/mo
Oregon:$8,364/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Barlow, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Barlow 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.

Barlow, OROR stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Barlow, OR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Barlow 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Barlow, OR$3,593/mo$3,377/mo+6.4%
Oregon$3,513/mo$3,254/mo+8.0%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Barlow, OR
2024 average cost:$3,593/mo
2023 average cost:$3,377/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$3,513/mo
2023 average cost:$3,254/mo
Percent change:+8.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Barlow

Recent reviews for independent living in Barlow

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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Springwood Landing in Vancouver, WA

4.0
I am not totally down with having the mandatory meal times but that's the way it goes. I like the place I like the people.This is a good place for people who can be mostly self-sufficient if they need any more care than that they really need to go to one of the facilities that has more types of ...
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Mallard Landing by Cogir in Battle Ground, WA

4.0
My mom was still active when she was at Mallards and participated in the activities and visited with many of the residents. The overall I think I would give it a five the lowest rating would be the food which I would probably give it a three my mom complained the most about the food.. She was on ...
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Barlow independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barlow independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barlow, 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 Barlow 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 Barlow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barlow, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.1%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
41.6%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Barlow 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 Barlow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barlow, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.8%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
48.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barlow 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 Barlow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barlow, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
59.1%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.2%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.8%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.9%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
39.2%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.6%
47.6%
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