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The cost of independent living in Lake Shore is about $4,305 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 743 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: 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.
Built by Vancouver city fathers in 1928, The Evergreen Inn once served as an elegant lodging and entertainment center. Today, the elegance lives on inside a dynamic, distinctive assisted living community.Very few communities in the state of Washington offer the type of help and support that we...
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4 star
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1 star
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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
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.
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
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.
Harvest Homes is located on 2 ½ acres in the historic St. Johns area of North Portland. We offer three different living situations for older adults: Assisted Living Apartments, Residential Care, and a Special Care Unit for those with Alzheimer ’s disease or other dementias. These different...
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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.
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
Photo of Irvington Village
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.
Irvington Village is far more than a stand-alone assisted livingresidence. Aware of the needs of seniors in its neighborhood, adjacentIrvington Covenant Church partnered with Covenant Retirement Communitiesto develop a culturally responsive residence where retirees could enjoya community of their...
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Cost of independent living in Lake Shore, WA

The average cost of senior living in Lake Shore is $4,305 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kelso, WA with an average of $3,133 per month.

Independent living costs in Lake Shore, WA, vs. nearby cities

Lake Shore, WA
$4,305/mo
$4,311/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Shore, WA, vs. state and national averages

Lake Shore, WA
$4,305/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Shore, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,204/mo
Independent Living
$4,305/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Shore, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,320/mo
Studio
$4,060/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,509/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,288/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,542/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Shore 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: Lake Shore, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Shore, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,305/mo$4,145/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,518/mo$5,255/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$5,204/mo$5,140/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Lake Shore, WA:$4,305/mo
Washington:$4,145/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Shore, WA:$4,518/mo
Washington:$5,255/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Lake Shore, WA:$5,204/mo
Washington:$5,140/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Lake Shore, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lake Shore 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
Lake Shore, WA$3,525/mo$3,264/mo+8.0%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lake Shore, WA
2024 average cost:$3,525/mo
2023 average cost:$3,264/mo
Percent change:+8.0%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Shore

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Shore

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

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Many reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of the residents and staff at various communities, such as The Lofts by Cogir, where new residents are quickly made to feel at home. Residents often mention making friends and joining in on activities.
Affordable pricing with good value. Several reviews praise the affordability of the communities and the good value they provide, despite some minor issues. For instance, at Prestige Senior Living Bridgewood, the cost is described as a good value, considering the amenities and services offered.
Personalized care and attention. Residents and their families often express appreciation for the individualized care and attention provided by staff at different communities. At Kamlu Vancouver Senior Living, for example, the staff go above and beyond to help residents with daily living activities and offer emotional support. ...
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Access to a variety of activities and outings. Communities offer a range of activities and outings to keep residents engaged and active. At Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver, residents enjoy card games, pool, a library, Bean Bag Baseball, TED talks, matinees, and more.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Residents frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, from individual apartments to common areas and outdoor spaces. For instance, at Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver, the facility is described as top-notch, with staff maintaining the buildings and grounds.
Flexible meal plans. Some communities offer flexible meal plans, allowing residents to choose their preferred dining arrangements. At Vancouver Pointe, for example, residents can enjoy a range of meal options or use their kitchens for personal cooking.
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Lake Shore independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Shore independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Shore, 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 Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Shore, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Shore, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
48.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Shore, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
48.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Hazel Dell Assisted Living, Clearwater Springs by Cogir and The Lofts by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Shore, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Lake Shore, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lake Shore, Washington 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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