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Photo of Brookdale Heritage Plaza
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66 Floor plans available
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8.9
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23 reviews
8.9
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23 reviews
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4 star
13%
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17%
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I am presently in the hospital but they have been so helpful for me and my family. Based on my experience so far with Brookdale Heritage Plaza, I would recommend them to other families.
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 Retirement of Your DreamsWhen you decide to make your home here at our independent living community in Albany, Oregon, you can say farewell to the hedge clippers and hello to a life rich in carefree pleasures. We handle all the household chores, from cooking and cleaning to property...
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2 reviews
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From the first moment that I arrived here I was in awe with the staff, the cleanliness, the professionalism, the food, and even the residence are loving, courteous. I couldn't have you chosen a better place...
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.
Explore What Makes BooneRidge Retirement DifferentImagine being apart of a vibrantretirement community that is bothelegant and comfortable. Pictureyourself living independently in alovely residence, yet surrounded byneighbors who share your interestsand zest for life. Boone RidgeRetirement offers...
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1010 Floor plans available
8.4
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33 reviews
8.4
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33 reviews
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Took great care of my mom. My mom started in assisted living. There they cared and loved her. My mom moved to memory care. Memory care had issues with keeping staff but that is normal. They loved my mom...
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.
Bonaventure of Salem, OR is a luxury senior living community offering personalized independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs. It’s our goal to help each of our guests experience retirement perfected, which is why we’ve carefully built communities to help you feel at home,...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Cascades of Stayton and the experience has been great. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The team, the entire staff are great. Based on our experience, I...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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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.
1933-2008: 75 Years of Ministry and Care Providing a Caring Community for Christians in RetirementTurner Retirement Homes (TRH) is located in Turner, Oregon—a small rural community of less than 1,600 people.  TRH is a unique Christian Retirement Community located on 80 acres of...
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.
Brookdale Stayton provides senior living options for seniors in the Marion County Oregon area. We enjoy small-town comfort with Salem nearby for shopping, dining and medical services. Portland is only an hour away and provides a favorite day trip for residents during Rose Festival and other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Marion, OR

The average cost of senior living in Marion is $4,130 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mill City, OR with an average of $3,594 per month.

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

Marion, OR
$4,130/mo
$4,169/mo
$4,197/mo

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

Marion, OR
$4,130/mo
$4,176/mo
U.S. national average
$3,995/mo

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

$5,006/mo
Independent Living
$4,130/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,720/mo
Studio
$4,231/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,281/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,891/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,895/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Marion over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Marion

Recent reviews for independent living in Marion

Holiday Madrona Hills in Salem, OR

5.0
Great facility. Wonderful, caring staff. Welcoming community. It was just the perfect size for my dad. Others might like bigger or fancier, but this was the best match for us.

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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Prestige Senior Living West Hills in Corvallis, OR

3.4
Staff is always happy to listen to me. I can be a bit of a handful and get cantankerous. Staff is patient. And willing to joke around! After being here awhile you build strong connections. Those bonds you make are everything. Can't imagine living anywhere else.

Marion independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marion independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marion, 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 Marion 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 Marion partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marion, ORNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
32.7%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
31.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Marion 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 Marion communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marion, ORNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion 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 Marion offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marion, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
43.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
36.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
40%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
45.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
38.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
45.3%
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Meadowlark Senior Living, Heron Pointe Senior Living and Willamette Manor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Marion, Oregon. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Marion, Oregon. See the full list.

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