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10 Best Independent Living Communities in University Park, OR
The cost of independent living in University Park is about $4,175 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 110 options. Read 1681 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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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: 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.
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...
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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, Independent Living, 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.
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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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
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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: 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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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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All the people at Highgate are very professional and loving to my mother. She enjoys being there and now calls it home. Good job to the Highgate staff
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.
What Sets Us Apart?Highgate provides a wonderful living experience designed to provide “Wellness in Aging.” At Highgate, assisted living is having loving care at hand when needed. Our personal care services are customized to meet each individual resident’s needs, so that they may remain...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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 care at this community is good. The staff are outstanding. I am happy having a clean community to live in. I know that I have recommended other families to this community for a great place to live.
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.
We invite you to visit The Vintage at Vancouver to truly appreciate our professionally decorated retirement facilities. Our Social Room is designed for large screen television viewing, playing bingo and cards, hosting potlucks and events and visiting with family, friends and residents....
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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.
At Cogir of Tigard, we believe in an active and fulfilling retirement lifestyle. Our dedicated team handles your daily responsibilities, allowing you to enjoy your day with peace of mind. Our personalized Assisted Living and Memory Care services cater to each individual’s needs, making it easy to...
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in University Park, OR
The average cost of senior living in University Park is $4,175 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Scappoose, OR with an average of $3,916 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in University Park, OR vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in University Park, OR vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in University Park vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in University Park, OR by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in University Park
Recent reviews for independent living in University Park
Courtyard at Mt. Tabor in Portland, OR
3.9
I would give them all a 4 because it's not home and that would be a 5. The only one I would down grade would be food.
at would be a three because she is diabetic and needs mechanical soft food because of having no teeth. The staff is wonderful and my mom is very happy there. It's a smaller ...
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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.
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Comfortable and caring staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and compassionate nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver, residents express appreciation for the warm welcome they received and the caregivers' attentiveness to their needs. Families of residents at Holiday R ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Activities are an essential aspect of seniors' lives, as mentioned in numerous reviews across different communities. At Vancouver Pointe, residents enjoy a range of activities like card games, musical performances, and educational classes. The residents of Cogir of Glenwood Place participate ...
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Affordable and reasonable pricing. Many reviews highlight the importance of cost in their decision-making process. For instance, at Creekside Village, residents are pleased with the community's affordability compared to other similar facilities. Families at Prestige Senior Living Bridgewood found the cost to be lower than oth ...
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Welcoming atmosphere for new residents. Several reviews mention the friendly and welcoming environment at various communities that helped new residents adjust to their new living situation. For example, at Kamlu Vancouver Senior Living, the staff and residents were described as being very warm and welcoming, making new residents fee ...
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Reasonable meal options for dietary needs. Residents with dietary restrictions often express satisfaction with the meal options at their communities. At Holiday Edgewood Downs, the staff accommodates various dietary preferences and restrictions, ensuring that all residents can enjoy their meals. The food at The Ackerly at Timberland ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance of the facilities. A clean and well-maintained environment is crucial for residents' comfort and well-being. At Holiday Rock Creek, the residents appreciate the cleanliness of their private rooms and the common areas. The facilities at Cogir of Glenwood Place are described as being well-maintained, with regula ...
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University Park independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University Park, 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 University Park 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 University Park 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
9.2%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.8%
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in University Park 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 University Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in University Park 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 University Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.7%
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Lofts by Cogir, Vancouver Pointe and Trustwell Living at Kent Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near University Park, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 110 independent living facilities near University Park, Oregon. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in University Park, Oregon are The Lofts by Cogir, Trustwell Living at Kent Place and SpringRidge at Charbonneau. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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