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The cost of independent living in Brightwood is about $4,389 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 219 options. Read 3963 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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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...
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I would tell others that I have had a good experience here so far and I would recommend that others look into it. The staff members have been wonderful.
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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, 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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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.
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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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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
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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.
Irvington Village is far more than a stand-alone assisted livingresidence. Aware of the needs of seniors in its neighborhood, adjacentIrvington Covenant Church partnered with Covenant Retirement Communitiesto develop a culturally responsive residence where retirees could enjoya community of their...
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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.
We lead a double life of cosmopolitan urbanity and rugged naturalism. Terwilliger Plaza is simultaneously located in the heart of one of the most visionary cities in North America and cradled by the natural beauty of some of the nation’s most breathtaking countryside. Sweeping views of the...
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The care at this community is good. The staff are outstanding. I am happy having a clean community to live in. I know that I have recommended other families to this community for a great place to live.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
We invite you to visit The Vintage at Vancouver to truly appreciate our professionally decorated retirement facilities. Our Social Room is designed for large screen television viewing, playing bingo and cards, hosting potlucks and events and visiting with family, friends and residents....
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: 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.
An historical building in downtown Portland, The Taft Home is more than just apartments. This Residential Care Facility opens its doors to individuals with special needs who are physically, mentally, intellectually, socially, or emotionally impaired, resulting in the inability to live...
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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.
THE WATERMARK AT THE PEARLAn inclusive community for seniors with river views in the Pearl District.Discover progressive Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residences designed with you in mind – with no buy in.AMENITIES & SERVICESEnjoy elevated and elegant senior living in...
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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.
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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.
NorthWest Place invites you to discover the distinctive and exciting active retirement lifestyle designed just for you. Our unique location near 23rd Avenue provides endless opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment, just one block from your front porch.Located in one of the most...
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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.
Built by Vancouver city fathers in 1928, The Evergreen Inn once served as an elegant lodging and entertainment center. Today, the elegance lives on inside a dynamic, distinctive assisted living community.Very few communities in the state of Washington offer the type of help and support that we...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Senior Apartments
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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.
Portera at The Grove is more than a brand new building designed for those who are 55+ and never better. We are a lifestyle, focused on life’s possibilities. We offer one-to three-bedroom apartment homes ranging in size from 785 to 1,490 square feet in a vibrant community with all the amenities of...
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.
Cost of independent living in Brightwood, OR
The average cost of senior living in Brightwood is $4,389 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sandy, OR with an average of $4,229 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brightwood, OR vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brightwood, OR vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brightwood vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Brightwood, OR by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Brightwood
Recent reviews for independent living in Brightwood
Courtyard at Mt. Tabor in Portland, OR
3.9
I would give them all a 4 because it's not home and that would be a 5. The only one I would down grade would be food.
at would be a three because she is diabetic and needs mechanical soft food because of having no teeth. The staff is wonderful and my mom is very happy there. It's a smaller ...
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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.
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Many reviews mentioned the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents in different communities, such as Cogir of Vancouver Senior Living, Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver, and Russellville Park. Residents and their families appreciate the warmth and kindness shown to them durin ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Residents often comment on the excellence of their meals in several communities, including The Forum at Town Center, Van Mall, and King City Senior Village. The quality of food and variety of options provide a satisfying dining experience for residents.
Active social and community life. Reviews frequently mention the diverse range of activities and opportunities for socializing at communities, such as The Lofts by Cogir, Solista Newberg by Cogir, and Russellville Park. Residents enjoy the chance to engage with their neighbors and participate in events tailored to their in ...
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Personalized care and attention. Several communities, like The Lofts by Cogir, Holiday Rock Creek, and Cogir of Glenwood Place, offer personalized care and attention to residents, ensuring their unique needs are met. This individualized approach contributes to a sense of security and comfort within the community.
Beautifully maintained grounds and facilities. Reviews from various communities, including Bonaventure of Salmon Creek, Brookdale Wilsonville, and Kamlu Vancouver Senior Living, emphasize the cleanliness and upkeep of the grounds and facilities. The well-maintained environment enhances the overall living experience for residents.
Access to transportation and convenient location. Many communities, like The Lofts by Cogir, Cogir at The Quarry, and Cogir of Glenwood Place, offer transportation services and are located near essential amenities, making it easier for residents to get around and access what they need. This convenience is highly valued by residents and th ...
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Brightwood independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brightwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brightwood, 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 Brightwood 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 Brightwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.4%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38.8%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.5%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Brightwood 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 Brightwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
44.7%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.5%
43%
Room service
Room service
46.1%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brightwood 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 Brightwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
59.4%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.8%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.4%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.9%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.2%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.9%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
35.6%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Lofts by Cogir, Vancouver Pointe and Royalton Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Brightwood, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 219 independent living facilities near Brightwood, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Brightwood, Oregon are The Lofts by Cogir, Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland and Van Mall. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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