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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ruby, OR

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The cost of independent living in Ruby is about $4,324 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 89 options. Read 1499 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.
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.
Laurelhurst House is an assisted living community with 38 studio apartment units averaging about 350 square feet each. We are located in the Mt. Tabor/Laurelhurst neighborhoods and are close to shopping and other conveniences. Each apartment contains a large handicapped accessible bathroom and...
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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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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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
LaurelHurst Terrace & GardensAssisted LivingLaurelHurst Terrace and LaurelHurst Gardens Senior Living offer residents a unique blend of personalized care that allows them to enjoy a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle.Their needs are met by a dedicated and experienced team of healthcare...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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: 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: 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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Cost of independent living in Ruby, OR

The average cost of senior living in Ruby is $4,324 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sandy, OR with an average of $4,252 per month.

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

Ruby, OR
$4,324/mo
$4,314/mo

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

Ruby, OR
$4,324/mo
$4,375/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$5,241/mo
Independent Living
$4,324/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,357/mo
Private
$8,700/mo
Studio
$4,657/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,146/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,890/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,625/mo

Senior living costs in Ruby 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: Ruby, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRuby, OROregonU.S.
Independent Living$4,324/mo$4,375/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$4,529/mo$4,777/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,241/mo$5,162/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Ruby, OR:$4,324/mo
Oregon:$4,375/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Ruby, OR:$4,529/mo
Oregon:$4,777/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Ruby, OR:$5,241/mo
Oregon:$5,162/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Ruby, OR, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ruby 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ruby, OR$3,413/mo$3,281/mo+4.0%
Oregon$3,238/mo$3,067/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Ruby, OR
2024 average cost:$3,413/mo
2023 average cost:$3,281/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$3,238/mo
2023 average cost:$3,067/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Ruby

Recent reviews for independent living in Ruby

Clearwater Springs by Cogir 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.

The Heights at Columbia Knoll in Portland, OR

4.0
I have lived here at The Heights at Columbia Knoll for almost two months, and I am still getting acclimated. Unfortunately my husband passed away shortly after I got settled in, so I have been somewhat keeping to myself and not able to get to know the facility too well, but my overall ...
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Springwood Landing in Vancouver, WA

4.0
I am not totally down with having the mandatory meal times but that's the way it goes. I like the place I like the people.This is a good place for people who can be mostly self-sufficient if they need any more care than that they really need to go to one of the facilities that has more types of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews highlight the kind and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities, such as Truewood and The Lofts by Cogir. Residents appreciate the extra effort staff members go to make the transition into the community smoother, with some mentioning that they are always available to hel ...
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Variety of activities and outings. Families praise the wide range of activities and outings offered at communities like Russellville Park and The Quarry. From bingo and card games to movie nights and museum visits, there is something for everyone to enjoy and stay engaged.
Welcoming and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the importance of clean and updated living spaces, with residents of Cherrywood Village and Hazelwood expressing satisfaction with the cleanliness of their communities. Moving into a welcoming and homely environment is essential for many seniors, providing a sense of ...
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Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Throughout the reviews, residents often mention the sense of community and camaraderie they feel at their communities. For example, residents of Parkrose Chateau and Cascade Inn speak highly of the friendly interactions they have with their neighbors and the sense of belonging they experience.
Appropriate and thoughtfully designed apartment spaces. At some communities like Bonaventure of Gresham, families mention the importance of thoughtfully designed apartment spaces, which cater to seniors' needs, such as wide hallways and easy-to-reach storage areas. Residents feel secure and comfortable living in spaces that are well thought out and a ...
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High-quality and varied dining experiences. Many reviews mention the importance of good food to seniors' overall satisfaction with their community. At communities like Holiday Gresham Manor and The Lofts by Cogir, residents enjoy well-prepared meals and flexible dining options, ensuring they have a positive dining experience every day.
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Ruby independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ruby independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ruby, 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 Ruby 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 Ruby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ruby, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ruby 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 Ruby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ruby, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ruby 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 Ruby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ruby, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
51.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
36.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Prestige Senior Living Huntington Terrace, Gresham Pointe Senior Living and Courtyard Fountains are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ruby, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 89 independent living facilities near Ruby, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ruby, Oregon are The Lofts by Cogir, Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland and Van Mall. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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