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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cowlitz County, WA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 182 independent living facilities in Cowlitz County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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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.
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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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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 Cowlitz County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Cowlitz County is $3,637 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mossyrock, WA with an average of $2,308 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cowlitz County, WA vs. nearby counties

Cowlitz County, WA
$3,637/mo
$3,021/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cowlitz County, WA vs. the state and national average

Cowlitz County, WA
$3,637/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cowlitz County vs. other types of senior living

$4,739/mo
Independent Living
$3,637/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Cowlitz County, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,671/mo
Studio
$4,787/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,651/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,512/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,299/mo

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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 Assisted Living 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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Hawthorne Gardens Senior Living in Portland, OR

5.0
My Mom due to advancing Dementia moved into Hawthorne Gardens 3 months ago from another outstanding place, (Facility Name Removed). Although the stay at Hawthorne Gardens was brief, the care she got was outstanding. The staff, at the Memory Care Unit, and I know just a few and met only a few, ...
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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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.9%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
28.4%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
6.5%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.9%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
31.7%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.9%
14.4%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
41%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.9%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.4%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.1%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.8%
40%
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The Lofts by Cogir, Vancouver Pointe and Truewood by Merrill, Vancouver 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, Trustwell Living at Kent Place and Cogir of Glenwood Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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