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The cost of independent living in Gates is about $4,652 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 152 options. Read 2550 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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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
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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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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
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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.
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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Everything at Homewoods On the Williamette is all good. The care is excellent. The facility is clean. The staff are friendly. It is gets five stars on everything from me. I am very pleased with this facility
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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.
Homewoods On the Willamette Homewoods On the Willamette is an independent living community for those who are looking to become a part of Milwaukie, OR and all that it offers. This community is located in Milwaukie, which is a part of the counties of Multnomah and Clackamas. Milwaukie provides...
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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.
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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.
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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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, 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 seen...
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.
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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.
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I cannot say enough great things about the care and compassion my mother receives at this facility. I highly recommend Avamere at Newberg.
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.
Avamere at Newberg is conveniently located off Highway 99, in close proximity to George Fox University. Nestled in one of Newberg’s finest residential areas, our community has access to main roads leading to larger cities such as Portland, Hillsboro and McMinnville.Avamere at Sandy offers three...
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The kindness, the gentleness, how very clean it is, The LEVEL Of the CARE, the VARIETY and EXCELLENCE of the FOOD, the involvement of the ADMINISTRATIVE side of this house toward the care and the concerns of...
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.
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, 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.
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Gates, OR

The average cost of senior living in Gates is $4,652 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mill City, OR with an average of $3,678 per month.

Independent living costs in Gates, OR, vs. nearby cities

Gates, OR
$4,652/mo
$3,678/mo
$4,549/mo

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

Gates, OR
$4,652/mo
$4,377/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$5,376/mo
Independent Living
$4,652/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,740/mo
Studio
$4,986/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,242/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,755/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,725/mo

Senior living costs in Gates 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: Gates, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGates, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$4,652/mo$4,377/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,814/mo$4,777/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$5,376/mo$5,162/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Gates, OR:$4,652/mo
Oregon:$4,377/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Gates, OR:$4,814/mo
Oregon:$4,777/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Gates, OR:$5,376/mo
Oregon:$5,162/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Gates, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gates 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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Independent living cost trends in Gates, OR

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gates 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 median 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
Gates, OR$3,248/mo$3,074/mo+5.6%
Oregon$3,238/mo$3,067/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Gates, OR
2024 average cost:$3,248/mo
2023 average cost:$3,074/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$3,238/mo
2023 average cost:$3,067/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Gates

Recent reviews for independent living in Gates

Heron Pointe Senior Living in Monmouth, OR

5.0
My 89 year old mother passed in the care of Brookdale. They were compassionate and caring. They treated her with respect and dignity and helped her feel safe. She had Alzheimer's, was near blind, and near deaf. I visited often at all different times of day. I observed excellent service on all ...
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Homewood Assisted Living in Milwaukie, OR

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I would give 5 on all of the above. We couldn't be happier. We like the fun way they exercise, with beach balls. The music in the building is always pleasant. The entertainment they bring in suits everyone. The food is balanced and yummy. In just 2+ months our father in-law is acclimating ...
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Somerset Assisted Living in Gladstone, OR

4.6
Somerset assisted living is an amazing place. The residents are happy and very well cared for. The staff treat residents like family. From the moment you walk in the atmosphere is welcoming everyone is smiling and happy. The administrator is very attentive listening to family’s and residents. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff across various communities, such as Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, Brookdale Wilsonville, and Holiday Regent. Residents and their families appreciate the personalized care and warm demeanor exhibited by the staff.
Varied activities for resident engagement. Offerings at multiple communities, including Brookdale Grand Prairie, Bonaventure at Keizer Station, and Bonaventure of Albany, provide residents with a range of activities to keep them active and engaged. From games and bingo to outings and fitness classes, activities cater to diverse int ...
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Communication between staff and residents' families. Families at Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, The Estates at Town Center, and Cascades of Stayton report clear and consistent communication from staff members, ensuring everyone is informed about residents' care and well-being.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Communities like Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, Brookdale Wilsonville, and Solista Newberg by Cogir have been praised for their cleanliness and upkeep, with residents and their families expressing satisfaction with the tidiness of both common areas and private living spaces.
Delicious and diverse meal options. Reviews at Solista Milwaukie by Cogir, The Ridge at Oregon City, and Brookdale Wilsonville highlight the quality and variety of the meals provided, ensuring residents enjoy their dining experiences.
Community atmosphere fostering friendships. Residents of communities such as Brookdale Grand Prairie, Glenmoore, and Somerset Lodge have shared their appreciation for the sense of camaraderie and companionship found in their communities, allowing them to make new friends and forge lasting bonds.
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Gates independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gates, 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 Gates 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 Gates 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
12.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
41.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gates 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 Gates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
49.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gates 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 Gates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gates, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
38.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61%
46.4%
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Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland, Brookdale Grand Prairie and Holiday Hidden Lakes are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gates, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 152 independent living facilities near Gates, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Gates, Oregon is Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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