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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Baker Heights, WA
The cost of independent living in Baker Heights is about $3,972 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 118 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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36 reviews
They over charged dad for things he might have needed at first Had no one available reassess his needs for about 3 months. I moved him out of there and he eventually. A refund eventually. I would say do not...
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.
We are pleased to introduce to you Creekside, a Cascades Senior LivingContinuing Care community that offers independent retirement living,assisted living and memory care residents the distinction of living well.Located in the heart of scenic Skagit Valley, our community offers a relaxedand secure...
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9.2
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15 reviews
I would say 5's for all except maybe a 4 for food. I haven't eaten there yet but mom says it's not always great. Overall I think we are very satisfied with Mountain Glen.
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.
Mountain Glen Retirement Center is located in the heart of Skagit Valley and has successfully blended the elements of the Northwest to ensure a comfortable, secure and independent way of life. Our philosophy is to inspire creative, healthy, and active lifestyles to enrich the minds and bodies of...
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49 reviews
We cant really speak to the current situation there. No place is perfect but the staff at Where the Heart is really wants what is best for your parents. It was clean and the staff for the most part were...
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.
Built in 2000, Where the Heart is Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed as a home like environment two-story building with 59 apartments. There are three separate assisted living neighborhoods each comprising of 15 apartments and one memory care neighborhood including 14 apartments all...
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8 reviews
The interaction has been excellent with the staff. They do a wonderful job with the food. The activities are really good. We are very happy. My loved one was not getting care that was needed at theprevious...
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.
The Bridge at Mount Vernon, Washington, provides an enriching retirement to seniors looking for an active assisted living community to make their home.Offering a variety of resort-style services and amenities, The Bridge at Mount Vernon works to ensure each resident receives the support and care...
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We are very happy with Logan Creek. They are doing a great job with taking care of her. She is very happy with her choice of going here, she looked at quite a few different places. It is such a homey...
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.
Logan Creek Retirement is located close to medical facilities on the hill in the beautiful Mount Vernon. Apartments are all on one level and have complete kitchens. Monthly rentals include 3 meals a day, activities, transportation and weekly housekeeping. At Logan Creek, it’s not just an address,...
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I've been here for 2 years and I just love it here everyone is so friendly. The management works hard at keeping the residents happy and the place in good shape!
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.
The Vintage at Mount Vernon is a senior housing community in Mount Vernon, Skagit County, WA. Mount Vernon is located in western WA, near Skagit Bay and in between Seattle and Vancouver. It is a piece of Pacific Northwest heaven here, with abundant natural resources and mountain views. There is...
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: 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: 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: 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, 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: 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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Cost of independent living in Baker Heights, WA
The average cost of senior living in Baker Heights is $3,972 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hamilton, WA with an average of $3,506 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Baker Heights
Recent reviews for independent living in Baker Heights
The Vintage at Mount Vernon
5.0
I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer.
The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for ...
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Leopold Retirement in Bellingham, WA
5.0
I'm so glad my family and I chose this community for my new home. The caregivers and staff are kind and helpful. Only had 1 room available but will be getting a bigger one soon I hope. The Activities are amazing her like bingo, arts&crafts, bridge and even a Happy Hour. They have a bus that will ...
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Olympic Place Retirement and Assisted Living in Arlington, WA
4.7
Thank you to "A Place For Mom" for finding this lovely community for my Mom to reside in. Our Mother was forced to leave Brookdale Arbor Place after her care level became more than they could handle and they were putting her under a great deal of stress. My Mom was on hospice and time was of ...
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Baker Heights independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Baker Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Baker Heights, 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 Baker Heights 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 Baker Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Baker Heights, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Baker Heights 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 Baker Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Baker Heights, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Baker Heights 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 Baker Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Baker Heights, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
45.8%
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Creekside Continuing Care Community, Mountain Glen and Brookdale Stanwood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Baker Heights, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 14 independent living facilities near Baker Heights, Washington. See the full list.
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