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The cost of independent living in Orchards is about $4,283 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 39 options. Read 1004 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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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
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.
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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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
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.
There is something quite magical about a place called home New BeginningsNew FriendshipsNew MemoriesWelcome to Fisher’s Landing Senior Living located in Vancouver, WA. Wonderful opportunities abound for the lifestyle of your choice at Fisher’s Landing Senior Living with close amenities such as...
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I will add to this review over time. First impression: The place is bright, comfortable, feels like home. The residents all seem genuinely glad to be here and the theme is unusually friendly. We have...
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.
Waterford at Fairway Village offers a wide range of retirement lifestyles and services. Located in east Vancouver, shopping centers, banking, medical clinics, and other services are within easy walking distance. Waterford also provides bus or town care services for personal appointments,...
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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: 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: 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: 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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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.

Cost of independent living in Orchards, WA

The average cost of senior living in Orchards is $4,283 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kelso, WA with an average of $3,133 per month.

Independent living costs in Orchards, WA, vs. nearby cities

Orchards, WA
$4,283/mo
$4,310/mo

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

Orchards, WA
$4,283/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Orchards, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,190/mo
Independent Living
$4,283/mo

Independent living costs in Orchards, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,792/mo
Studio
$3,921/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,392/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,463/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,393/mo

Senior living costs in Orchards 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: Orchards, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOrchards, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,283/mo$4,146/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,501/mo$5,256/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,190/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Orchards, WA:$4,283/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Orchards, WA:$4,501/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Orchards, WA:$5,190/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Orchards, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Orchards 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
Orchards, WA$3,548/mo$3,292/mo+7.8%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Orchards, WA
2024 average cost:$3,548/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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What families are saying about independent living in Orchards

Recent reviews for independent living in Orchards

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. Several reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents at their community, such as at The Lofts by Cogir, where newcomers are warmly welcomed and residents often make friends easily. The social atmosphere is a major draw for many residents.
Variety of activities and social opportunities. Activities and social opportunities are another key feature mentioned in many reviews. For instance, at Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver, residents enjoy a wide range of activities including card games, pool, music, worship services, and more. The social opportunities allow residents to stay eng ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, quality food is highlighted as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Lofts by Cogir, for example, the food is described as delicious and the dining room provides a comfortable and social atmosphere.
Supportive and caring staff. Residents frequently express appreciation for the caring and supportive nature of the staff at their community, such as at Kamlu Vancouver Senior Living, where the staff members go above and beyond to help residents and make them feel comfortable and at home.
Properly maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community facilities and grounds, with residents of Prestige Senior Living Bridgewood mentioning the clean apartment and the well-maintained outdoor spaces. The attention to maintenance helps create a comfortable living environment. ...
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Access to transportation and shopping. Access to transportation and shopping is an important consideration for many seniors, and it is frequently mentioned in the reviews. At Van Mall, for instance, the convenience of being near shopping and having transportation available is highlighted as a major benefit.
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Orchards independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orchards independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orchards, 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 Orchards 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 Orchards partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Orchards, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Orchards 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 Orchards communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Orchards, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
58.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orchards 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 Orchards offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Orchards, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
61.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
63.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
58.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.4%
46.4%
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