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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Friday Harbor, WA
The cost of independent living in Friday Harbor is about $4,387 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 119 options. Read 102 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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Over one year ago an elderly friend of mine moved into the Victorian on Feltham Road after a long stay in hospital. I was immediately taken with the caring and sincere concern shown by the staff at 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.
Located in a residential area of Victoria, buffered by immaculately tended gardens with private ponds, you'll find The Victorian — a retirement community where residents enjoy life on their own terms. We've served area seniors since 1987, offering a simplified, worry-free lifestyle to help make...
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It is a good life here. Lots of opportunities to meet new and interesting people. The good activities are excellent. [name removed] does a great job! It is a very friendly place. Compared to others, it's...
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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.
Set on beautifully landscaped grounds in sunny Victoria, you'll fall in love with the elegance, charm and serenity of The Victorian at McKenzie. We've served area seniors since 2002, offering an all-inclusive lifestyle free from chores and the stresses of maintaining a home. Whether taking part...
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Suites are large, the staff is friendly and the food is excellent.
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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.
The Wellesley, a luxury retirement community in Victoria for over 27 years. We boast large bright suites with a variety of floor plans to choose from. Centrally located close to the Royal Jubilee hospital, shopping centers, grocery stores and all the downtown amenities without living right...
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The food was really good and the rooms were comfortable. The staff were super nice although they are short staffed. The biggest concern I had was their pharmacy provider was far away and there were many...
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.
For over 30 years, Sunrise Senior Living's resident-centered approach allows seniors with changing needs to live with independence, dignity, and the joy of every day.Sunrise of Victoria's beautiful community was opened in the Fairfield neighborhood in 2001, and is centrally located near the Inner...
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Mom was only at Douglas House for 5 days before she passed. The staff were extremely helpful and attentive. The building was well maintained and residents seemed to enjoy the services offered them. It was...
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.
Welcome to Amica at Douglas House. As you approach along a fragrant garden path, your entry into this warm home—like setting sets the tone for what is to come in this 'community within a community'. A bright and welcoming lobby is attended by a Concierge to greet you and assist with special...
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I very much enjoyed it. - I went there twice for a few months each time. I would highly recommend it. The location is beautiful, it's right on the water and you can watch the ships come and go. They had...
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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.
If you or someone you love is considering a retirement in Victoria, you must include Amica at Somerset House on your list of must—see locations. Prepare to be spoiled. Imagine living by the ocean, with stunning views from the lounges on each floor and expansive manicured grounds and gardens that...
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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.
Norgarden and The Peninsula sit on a quiet road in a friendly neighborhood just a block from downtown Sidney-by-the-Sea, and only 20-minutes from downtown Victoria. Both facilities are family-owned, operated and impeccably maintained. Tastefully appointed suites, gourmet meals, weekly...
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Independent senior living at its finest, when I moved into The Victorian. Appealing to me were the spaciously, well planned living quarters to meet residents' preferences, be it a Studio or a one or...
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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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House keeping sometimes misses or doesn't do a very good job in the rooms. Some meals I am told are not good/over cooked/or meals a lot of the residents don't enjoy (try to be too fancy). Could have more...
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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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Both my parents moved to Sunrise when they were 85 and were in need of full care which they received. The staff are great and became like family to them.. I feel that they couldn’t have been in a better...
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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
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: 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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: 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.
Cost of independent living in Friday Harbor, WA
The average cost of senior living in Friday Harbor is $4,387 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sequim, WA with an average of $3,344 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Friday Harbor, WA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Friday Harbor, WA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Friday Harbor vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Friday Harbor, WA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Friday Harbor
Recent reviews for independent living in Friday Harbor
Amica Somerset House in Victoria, BC
5.0
This is an unusual place. All the residents and all the staff I've talked to love this place. They The staff enjoy working here. The residents have a variety of things to do and are generally occupied, not just sitting around watching TV.
The food is excellent. One has a choice of which ...
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Cap Sante Court Community in Anacortes, WA
4.4
It's all been a positive experience for us so far. I see such a difference in my mom. The food I've tried has been really good. There are times she's not happy with it, but overall she likes it. The other residents are good for the most part. And our interactions with the staff have been ...
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Victorian at McKenzie
5.0
Very nice friendly place to live, and enjoy fellowship. Enjoy activities and easy to retain information when needed. Nice to have bus service.
Friday Harbor independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Friday Harbor independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Friday Harbor, 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 Friday Harbor 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 Friday Harbor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Friday Harbor, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
9.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.2%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Friday Harbor 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 Friday Harbor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Friday Harbor, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.2%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
9.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Friday Harbor 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 Friday Harbor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Friday Harbor, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
14.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.2%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
17.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.9%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.6%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
16.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
9.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.6%
45.7%
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Victorian Retirement Residence, Victorian and Victorian at McKenzie are the top-rated independent living facilities near Friday Harbor, Washington. See full list of communities.
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