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Photo of Brookdale Fisher's Landing
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There are no areas of improvement that I know of! The staff and the cleanliness are what we like the most about the community and we would recommend them to others
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.
A Great Place to Live a Great LifeIt’s time to trade boredom for fun, trade stress for safety, and trade isolation for being part of a vibrant, energetic community. That’s what you’ll get as a resident at Brookdale Fisher’s Landing, an exceptional southwest Washington state 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.
Woodland Care Center and Assisted Living started in 1974 and has been under the same ownership since 1978. We started out as a long-term care facility and in 1995 we expanded the building to accommodate the assisted living needs of our community. In 2005 we expanded again to accommodate the need...
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Our experience at this facility was wonderful. The staff from administartion, nursing, caregivers and dining was top notch. The proximity to medical and dental care was perfect. Knowing he was well cared...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Amber Assisted Living facility is known for its warmth and friendliness and has a lengthy reputation of great service and genuine care. We have a total of 32 one-bedroom and studio apartments filled with lovely residents from the surrounding area. They are thrilled to continue being a part of...
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They have church every Sunday, a beautician, people that do nails, games, and a work out type regimen for them to do sitting down. They have barbeques and are willing to take them out if they wish to go 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.
Chehalis West Assisted Living, located in scenic Chehalis, Washington, is an assisted living facility featuring individual apartments for residents. We currently offer assisted living in studio alcove apartments, two other types of studio apartments and two one-bedroom model apartments. Chehalis...
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I feel that the staff is a real team, they help each other out. The level of experience and expertise of the care staff & med techs has greatly improved
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Vancouver is an elegant intimate senior living community that elevates assisted living to a higher standard of excellence since 2016. Our community offers a holistic and joyful environment to our residents, their families and friends. With just 48 apartments, we at Pacifica...
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Cooks Hill Manor is a very quiet and clean community. The staff is very caring and seems to genuinely care about the residents. No body is ever in a bad mood and it is a little creepy that everyone is so...
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.
Cooks Hill Manor is known for its small-town, country feel and great customer service. Because we are a relatively small community, we get to know our residents well, and they become like family to us. We take pride in the care and service we provide to our residents and their families, and are...
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We went with Stillwaters Colonial Residence because we like the town that it is in and it is close to where I live. The apartment sizes are fairly good compared to others we saw. The atmosphere in the...
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.
Colonial ResidenceAffordable Assisted Living Apartments for SeniorsSimply put, life at Colonial Residence is life well lived in a safe and secure environment. From the smiling, caring staff who always know your name to the friendly neighbors who you will feel right at home with. Colonial...
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I love it here the residents the staff are fantastic. I would most definitely recommend this place to anyone for the value for the price. Right now we're going to renovations a little tough, but will be...
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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.
Kamlu Senior Living has been the legacy provider of senior independent retirement living for over 50 years. That is why we say that brochures are good but can’t replace a visit to our Community to experience the lifestyle and sense of home that our residents feel. I would like to invite you to...
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I'm grateful for the community as they are assisting to care for my loved one. We are able to take our loved one out to see family outings. There is a pleasant courtyard, and the residents will grow items...
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.
Fort Vancouver Assisted Living is filled with warmth and charm. We strive to provide independence , security, hospitality and exceptional service to our community.We are a 44-bed assisted living community providing long-term care. We also participate in Medicaid. Our goal is to bring residents,...
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The staff members at Sharon Care Center get 10 stars and the care services are just about as good as you can get. We would recommend this community to other families who are searching for a place for their...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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Photo of Springwood Landing
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Everyone there is very friendly and helpful. They all seem to really care for each other there. Also, my mom loves that the meals are set as a community/family setting so everyone eats together. It makes it...
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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We are also lucky that The Hampton & Ashley Inn is close to our family homes. Also her area has its own dining area so that is small too which is nice. Mom is in the Assisted living area which is the Ashley...
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 Hampton Vancouver Alzheimer's Community is located in the pleasant Vancouver suburb of Cascade Park. It is convenient to Southwest Washington Medical Center and physician offices. The Hampton is specially designed to help those suffering from mild to advanced stage Alzheimer's disease or...
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I think it's a pleasant place to live overall. This is an independent living facility but most of the people seem to be 1000 years old. It can be kind of depressing in the hallway. It would be a lot nicer if...
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 Heights at Columbia Knoll offers affordable senior housing to those 62 years of age or older. We are located on 9 acres on site of the historic Shriners Hospital and next to the Grotto. We offer services and amenities such as meals, housekeeping, activities and transportation. Excellent...
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They are very willing to work with you and your loved one. They are helpful, transparent, and willing to work with you. The staff communication with the family is great. The care they are able to provide...
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.
Avamere at Bethany is an upscale senior living community offering luxury living in the comfort of your own cottage or assisted living apartment. In addition, a broad range of personal support services are available when you need them. The cottages are situated in a quiet residential neighborhood...
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This is a small scale facility but in a lot of ways that's what makes it great. You get more personalized attention and get to know whos taking care of you as well as your fellow "house mates". Things are a...
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.
We are family owned properties that are conveniently located off of Interstate 205 in northeast Portland.  Our campus communities offer services and amenities that enhance living.  Our goals over the years have been to consistently offer affordable living accommodations, without...
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Staff has English problems. They answer yes to all requests even if you have special instructions for task written they say yes when you ask did you understand? Yes, but do task wrong. My husband needs pee...
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.
Award winning Independent & Assisted Living retirement community located in the heart of the Lloyd District in Portland, Pacifica Senior Living at Calaroga Terrace is the perfect setting for seniors who enjoy an urban lifestyle. A 17-story high-rise, Calaroga Terrace is a city within a city....
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The people at Firwood Gardens are all very friendly and they have done a very good job making my parents feel special and welcome, making sure they knew their names and were a part of the community. It's...
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.
Welcome to Firwood Gardens, located in the heart of the Gateway area, we are conveniently accessible to Interstate 84 as well as Interstate 205. Firwood Gardens offers a safe and secure environment while maintaining the feel of a warm and comfortable home. We offer 24 hr. care giving staff to...
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The Springs reminded our family of an elegant cruise ship, and not only were we impressed with the outreach from the staff but also from the residents. When our loved one first moved in, right away she was...
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.
Conveniently located in the thriving, active Tanasbourne district in Hillsboro, The Springs at Tanasbourne provides you with the perfect setting for relaxation, security, healthy living, and fun. We offer a living options that include independent living, assisted living and memory care, each with...
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It's a great place. I would recommend to others. We picked this community because of the price, and it was the only one available.
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.
Are you looking to become part of an Affordable thriving, active community full of opportunities to bring new meaning to your lifestyle? Income Restrictions ApplyThe Hazelwood Community Apartments is a vibrant community in NE Portland that offers independent living for people with disabilities...
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I'm here in this great community. It is working out pretty good for me. The staff is friendly to me all the way from the food service to the housekeeping they are very nice. They help me shower on Wednesdays...
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.
Located in Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, RN Villa Care Center is an assisted living community that prides itself on creating a friendly, home-like environment for its residents. The community is located in a residential area not far from U.S Route 30, so residents benefit from the quiet,...
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I wish that I could give them a 10/5 on everything! The staff were absolutely incredible, and seemed to genuinely care about my aunt. They were kind, patient and firm with her. The food was healthy, she...
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.
Our community is clean and modern, but also warm and inviting, making our residents and their families feel right at home. From your first visit with us, you will notice that senior living at The Ackerly is full of fun and adventure. Our new community already has a strong sense of community and...
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Retrieving medication at the end of my loved one's stay required few returns before we had her correct medication. I also question if she received her daily medication since her acetaminophen was not opened...
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.
Welcome, Thank you for your interest in Hawthorne Gardens. Home is a place where you find comfort, a feeling of security, and a sense of belonging. We make it our goal to create just that. Hawthorne Gardens is nestled in the historic neighborhood of Southeast Portland, where there is a true...
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My mother lived at CherryWood Village for three years - first in Independent Living and then in the Royal Anne wing (Assisted Living). We chose CherryWood because my mom used to do visitation there, so she...
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.
CherryWood Village is a retirement community located in Southeast Portland adjacent to the Adventist Medical Center. CherryWood Village offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Within half a mile of CherryWood are multiple dinning options, shopping, banking, and public...
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We were in a bind and needed to quickly move my loved one we picked this community. Everything has been great for her and she really likes all that is here. The meals, activities, and the garden, just 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.
Cherry Blossom Cottage was founded on the principle of providing a high level of genuine caring, personal service to each of our residents. It is our goal to maintain the beauty and comfort of our residents in a place they are happy to call home. Cherry Blossom Cottage is a quiet, 40 apartment...
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I much appreciate the opportunity to write this review. My friend resided at Farmington Square Gresham (FSG) Memory Care for about 1 1/2 years before he recently died. Throughout his stay, the staff 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.
Farmington Square offers a community style setting allowing residents the luxury of knowing a trained staff member is always close by, ready and willing to help. At Farmington Square it is our belief that life should be enriching. Our policy is to provide great food, life-enriching activities,...

Cost of independent living in Cowlitz County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Cowlitz County is $3,804 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Napavine, WA with an average of $2,760 per month.

Independent living costs in Cowlitz County, WA, vs. nearby counties

Cowlitz County, WA
$3,804/mo
$3,133/mo

Independent living costs in Cowlitz County, WA, vs. state and national averages

Cowlitz County, WA
$3,804/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Cowlitz County, WA, vs. other senior living options

$4,910/mo
Independent Living
$3,804/mo

Independent living costs in Cowlitz County, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,527/mo
Private
$8,700/mo
Studio
$4,951/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,993/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,032/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,592/mo

Senior living costs in Cowlitz County 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: Cowlitz County, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCowlitz County, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$3,804/mo$4,146/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,383/mo$5,256/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,910/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Cowlitz County, WA:$3,804/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Cowlitz County, WA:$4,383/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Cowlitz County, WA:$4,910/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Cowlitz County, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cowlitz County 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 Cowlitz County, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cowlitz County 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cowlitz County, WA$3,547/mo$3,292/mo+7.8%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Cowlitz County, WA
2024 average cost:$3,547/mo
2023 average cost:$3,292/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,446/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
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

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Cowlitz County

Recent reviews for independent living in Cowlitz County

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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Cowlitz County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cowlitz County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cowlitz County, 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 Cowlitz County 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 Cowlitz County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cowlitz County, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Cowlitz County 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 Cowlitz County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cowlitz County, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cowlitz County 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 Cowlitz County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cowlitz County, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Trustwell Living at Highlander Place, Canterbury Inn and Prestige Senior Living Monticello Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cowlitz County, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 182 independent living facilities near Cowlitz County, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cowlitz County, Washington are The Lofts by Cogir, Van Mall and Cogir of Glenwood Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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