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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Downing, OR
The cost of independent living in Downing is about $3,537 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 81 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Walla Walla, Pendleton and Milton-Freewater.
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[name removed] is the best helper with residents and works with chares and activities. She always has a smile and remember names of 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.
A great place to call home! At Enlivant, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident's quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often...
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It's been a terrific experience. The people have been nice and the staff have been helpful. Honestly, because the atmosphere was warm and positive. And the people seemed genuine and caring.
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.
Why worry about home maintenance, grocery shopping and paying bills when you could instead spend your time re-igniting a passion or immersing yourself in a new hobby? Our assisted living community in College Place, Wash., provides a safe, carefree setting for you to live your redefined...
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Very happy we could put mom in this facility. They are always checking on her and the food is good . Very friendly and caring staff. The other residents are very supportive. Very convient to stop in any...
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.
We are located in Northeastern Oregon at the base of the Blue Mountains. We are nestled ten miles south of Walla Walla Washington and thirty miles north of Pendleton Oregon. We have banks, a grocery store, parks and coffee shop close by. Our big open front porch faces the Walla Walla River with a...
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It is a beautiful spot and worth looking into. The community is finding it hard to find staff, and some of the newer staff isn't as trained as they could be. There were choices for meals for the 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.
A grand, tree-lined driveway greets you as you make your way to our stately assisted living center in Walla Walla, Wash. With elegant finishes and scenic surroundings, our community is a luxurious getaway perfect for a rewarding retirement.We’re in a captivating, very natural setting, adjacent to...
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So far things are working out very well for my loved one at Park Plaza. It seems like a very nice facility and we have had no complaints.
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.
At Solista Walla Walla by Cogir, dedicated associates provide a wide range of thoughtful services, including linen, housekeeping, maintenance, and scheduled transportation. Delicious, well-balanced meals are prepared fresh daily by the culinary team, and all meals are served inside the...
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The overall atmosphere is better than the other communities we looked at and the reason we picked them. My husband and I are doing very well and we like the community very much. The staff are wonderful and...
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.
Quail Run Retirement is a family owned and operated community in the Walla Walla Valley. It was established more than 30 years ago to provide our seniors with an affordable alternative to traditional senior housing options. We have been dedicated to helping families maintain strong ties, while...
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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.
At Wheatland Village, we focus on the wellness of the body, mind, and spirit. Your senior family member will enjoy a peaceful life here with comfort, security and convenience. Wheatland Village is located near downtown Walla Walla in scenic Eastern Washington. There are plenty of outdoor...
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I love my private room and private bathroom. Some of the residents are very nice and a few i do not like. The staff are great!
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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I have lived at Affinity at Walla Walla, WA for a year and a half. I love living here and tell everyone that this is the best place I have ever lived. The staff are the best, they are always ready to help...
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.
At Affinity at Walla Walla we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,110, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot tub,...
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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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Cost of independent living in Downing, OR
The average cost of senior living in Downing is $3,537 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bade, OR with an average of $3,188 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Downing, OR vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Downing, OR vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Downing
Recent reviews for independent living in Downing
Quail Run Retirement Community in Walla Walla, WA
5.0
The staff is very friendly, even the owner was laying down on the grass playing with our dog. The managers are great too. They have really good meals, and you have a choice, and they serve meat and vegetarian options too. They have exercise classes and bocce ball, and bingo, so there are some ...
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Solista Walla Walla by Cogir
5.0
Park Plaza is a friendly environment and we are very pleased with the apartment size. It appears that not everyone has the same price for an apartment, I think it depends on where it is located so that might be something to ask about while looking. There could be more clarification as far as ...
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Brookdale Walla Walla
4.0
The staff at this community have been very attentive to my loved ones needs while she has been in there care at this facility. I have seen a lot of progress in her since she made the move, she has been eating much better and is now enjoying some of the activities with the other residents. So far ...
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Downing independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Downing independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Downing, 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 Downing 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 Downing partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Downing, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.4%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Downing 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 Downing communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Downing, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Downing 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 Downing offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Downing, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
45.7%
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Trustwell Living at Whitman Place, McKay Creek Assisted Living and Brookdale College Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Downing, Oregon. See full list of communities.
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