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I appreciate the cleanliness and appearance. It's a warm, cheery facility that is aforadable. The staff is very kind and understanding.
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 Kent Place, our senior living community, you will find laughter, a homelike environment, and quality care. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and...
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Everyone from the cleaners the kitchen staff the office personnel and directors are very compassionate and helpful. They are wonderful advocates and very friendly and ready to help in any way they can.
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.
Avamere at Cascadia is an assisted living community in the scenic mountainside city of Sandy, Oregon, in Clackamas County. Our cozy, inviting community sits on a quiet residential street near Tickle Creek, Sandy Actors Theater and U.S. Route 26, providing easy access to nearby Portland, Oregon....
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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29 reviews
8.9
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The staff at Cherry Park Plaza are very friendly and caring to their residents. They took wonderful care of my Mom. The move in process went well and the staff was very welcoming. I would highly recommend...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Cherry Park Plaza. We are dedicated to providing comfort and security to those seniors wishing the enhance their retirement years.The many options at Cherry Park Plaza allow you to design your own lifestyle according to your desire, freeing you from the...
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8.6
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8.6
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My Family member has lived at Brookdale Mt. Hood for over 10 years. I feel like we're a part of the Brookdale Family. She has special needs & staff are so Kind & thoughtful with her Staff have 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.
When you’re looking for an independent worry-free lifestyle with a little extra help when you need it, then our personal care community in Gresham, Oregon might be just the right fit for you and your family. Here you have control over your time to do the things you want to do.  Whether...
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Since finding Columbia Ridge for my father, almost a year ago, we couldn’t be happier with his care, and the feeling of family they provide. He was very hesitant at first, but has settled right in and made...
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.
Columbia Ridge Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Washougal, Washington in Clark county. Washougal is a suburb of Portland, which means that seniors have plenty of access to a wide variety of dining, shopping, recreation, and services within a short drive. Portland also...
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7.5
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I much appreciate the opportunity to write this review. My friend resided at Farmington Square Gresham (FSG) Memory Care for about 1 1/2 years before he recently died. Throughout his stay, the staff were...
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.
Farmington Square offers a community style setting allowing residents the luxury of knowing a trained staff member is always close by, ready and willing to help. At Farmington Square it is our belief that life should be enriching. Our policy is to provide great food, life-enriching activities,...
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My grandma was happy while she was here. I only got to visit a few times but the community was good. Overall I was satisfied with the care my grandmother got she was safe and had great care.
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.
The Good Samaritan of Fairlawn Villages is a senior nursing home that offers a wide array of services for all of the seniors' needs. The caregivers tend to the seniors needs at any needed time as they are available at the homes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The features of the homes include...
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Prestige Huntington Terrace is excellent. It's an elderly community, and the activities and everything else are related to the age of the people who live here, as you would expect. Everything is as...
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.
Prestige Senior Living Huntington Terrace (A) Gresham, OR Prestige Senior Living Huntington Terrace offers assisted living in elegant yet homey surroundings in Gresham Oregon. Gresham is located just a short distance from the dining and cultural activities in Portland, it is a quick jaunt to...
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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.
Avamere at Chestnut Lane is the only facility in the United States that offers Assisted Living services for Deaf and DeafBlind residents. Our building overlooks downtown Gresham, and the views of Mt. Hood from our dining room are spectacular. We are located just 20 minutes East of Portland and it...
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Everyone that we have come intact with has been outstanding. They have made our life here great.. Right now we are in lockdown because of all the cases of Covid..which has nothing to do with staff. People...
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.
Gresham Manor provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds in the peaceful community of Gresham, you'll love the elegance of our facilities and views of the Cascade Mountains while enjoying the conveniences of the nearby town. We're just...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
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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A wonderful facility that deeply cares for their residents. Friendly, thoughtful and hard-working staff combined with a beautiful facility with many amenities and plenty of activities to ensure the best...
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.
Avamere at Sandy is situated amidst a spectacular landscape popularly known as Oregon’s “Gateway to Mt. Hood.” Separated from the commotion of the city, yet only 30 minutes to Portland and 10 miles from Gresham, Our community is close to shops and downtown. Avamere at Sandy offers three gourmet...
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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.
Located in Gresham, Oregon, Mountain View RCF and Homes is a well respected, family owned retirement care facility. Our beautiful facility offers the intimacy and comfort of a family environment while seeing to the needs of your loved ones. Staff is available twenty-four hours a day,...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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 Dodson, OR

The average cost of senior living in Dodson is $4,097 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sandy, OR with an average of $4,045 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dodson, OR vs. nearby cities

Dodson, OR
$4,097/mo
$4,096/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dodson, OR vs. the state and national average

Dodson, OR
$4,097/mo
$4,177/mo
U.S. national average
$3,997/mo

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

$4,874/mo
Independent Living
$4,097/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dodson, OR by room type

Studio
$4,102/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,803/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,548/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dodson over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dodson

Recent reviews for independent living in Dodson

Trustwell Living at Evergreen Place in Vancouver, WA

4.8
Amazingly kind and friendly staff, great communication and openness to services. Great care given to each resident. I would highly recommend this facility to others.

Cherry Park Plaza in Troutdale, OR

4.8
The staff at Cherry Park Plaza are very friendly and caring to their residents. They took wonderful care of my Mom. The move in process went well and the staff was very welcoming. I would highly recommend Cherry Park Plaza to others.

Whitewood Gardens RCF in Portland, OR

4.0
The community is a good fit and we are thankful that we found it. My husband is doing well and getting the care he needs. We are happy with the community and we were very impressed with [Removed], he has kept us up to date when it comes to my husband. I feel we got the best deal with them. The ...
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Dodson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dodson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dodson, 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 Dodson 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 Dodson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dodson, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
32.7%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
7.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dodson 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 Dodson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dodson, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
34.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dodson 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 Dodson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dodson, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
68.8%
43.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
27.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.8%
48.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.3%
40%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
45.5%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
38.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.8%
45.3%
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Trustwell Living at Kent Place, Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver and Avamere at Cascadia are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dodson, Oregon. See full list of communities.

There are 16 independent living facilities near Dodson, Oregon. See the full list.

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