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The cost of independent living in Kansas City is about $4,256 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 128 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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Photo of Brookdale Forest Grove
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I like living here Really well, "What do I not "like" The meals are. Good I like playing Bingo and enjoy playing pokeno. The other Residents are.smt The staff are just Marvelous. All around a great place to...
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.
Redefine your independence with a little bit of help and a lot of living.Here at our personal care community just west of Portland in Forest Grove, Oregon, you can take control of your time and do the things you want to do. Whether that’s pursuing an old passion like music or learning something...
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The Elms offers the nicest bunch of people I have ever lived with . My studio is quiet and safe. A lovely park nearby, my church, Senior Center and Safeway.
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 best in Independent Living located downtown Forest Grove next to Pacific University and the Senior Center. Spacious units. Facility is only 10 years old. Family owned and has very caring staff and clean community. Very homey atmosphere with central fire place. Close to bus service, shopping...
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We are very delighted to have picked the Forest Grove Beehive community for our loved one, she is settling in really nicely and is very happy. They have plenty of different activities for the residents to...
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.
If you're looking for a caring place to call home in Washington County, look no further than the Forest Grove Beehive. Since opening its doors in 1991, the Beehive has earned a reputation for providing the highest quality care at an affordable price in the most comfortable home-like atmosphere....
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We placed my mother-in-law in the Gardens (memory care) about 1 1/2 years ago. We found the caregivers to be kind and compassionate. And this was especially true when our mother-in-law went on hospice care...
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.
The Grove & The Gardens is conveniently located just outside of Portland, in Forest Grove, Oregon. We are family owned & operated with more that 40 years of experience serving seniors. We take every opportunity to make sure our services, staff and surroundings meet the same level of...
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I am currently a resident at Cornell Estates and everything has been great for me here at this facility so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff is also great. Based on my experience so...
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.
Cornell Estates is a retirement community for active, independent seniors who no longer wish to live alone. Our facility is designed with modern comfort, safety and elegance. We are conveniently situated in a quiet residential neighborhood near Hillsboro, Oregon, offering a perfect blend of city...
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I love the opportunity mom has had to make new friends. However, there has been lots of turnover of employees and staffing shortages, but I hear that is happening at a number of facilities in our area. And...
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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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.
Jennings McCall Center has more than 80 years experience caring for the needs of seniors, offering all levels of care. Located on 15 park-like acres, the Center offers spacious studio, and 1 & 2 bedroom apartments in both the retirement & assisted living centers. All retirement...
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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, 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.
We are proud to introduce our new senior living community in historic downtown Hillsboro. Our location offers easy access to a wide variety of amenities, parks, museums and more!Managing a packed calendar of enriching activities is a full-time job and our Active Living Program Director is up to...
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They are fine so far. It's clean, and the staff is friendly. There are no complaints about food. There aren't any concerns at all. It's working out well so far. I would rate them highly.
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 here at Inspired Senior Living of Hillsboro, in Hillsboro OR, are proud of our multifaceted care facility. The left-wing is designed for residents with dementia or memory problems. Behavioral management and a higher level of specialized care are available in our left-wing. Open access is the...
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Cost of independent living in Kansas City, OR

The average cost of senior living in Kansas City is $4,256 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vernonia, OR with an average of $3,406 per month.

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

Kansas City, OR
$4,256/mo
$4,390/mo

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

Kansas City, OR
$4,256/mo
$4,235/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

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

$5,153/mo
Independent Living
$4,256/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,220/mo
Studio
$4,511/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,805/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,328/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Kansas City

Recent reviews for independent living in Kansas City

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.

Summerfield Estates Retirement Community in Tigard, OR

4.4
It's been a great experience. Would definitely recommend. It's definitely not fancy like some of the places but it was a great fit for my dad. They have great food! I think the pricing is also very reasonable.

Holi Senior Living in Hillsboro, OR

3.6
The facility was fine. Clean and well maintained. The issues we had were due to it being too modern for a person Mom's age, 96. No landline phone or cable tv. Cell phones and streaming to get the channels she used to watch. Very difficult to teach someone that age to stream. I have friends my ...
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Kansas City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kansas City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kansas City, 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kansas City, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kansas City 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 Kansas City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kansas City, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kansas City 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 Kansas City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kansas City, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
45.7%
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