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My parents selected this community because it felt the most like a home environment, they felt welcomed , well received, there names were used frequently in communications, and they were most responsive to...
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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.
Lancaster Village & Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the lush and beautiful township of Salem, Oregon. It is housed on an extensive grounds complete with a fishing pond and numerous paths and gardens to walk through and admire. The beautiful grounds are easily...
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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.
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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My dad has lived in Avamere for over one year. Our family decided to move him out of [removed] due to our compounding concerns for his safety, the serious under staffing at that establishment, and the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Avamere Court at Keizer is a continuous care community, offering Independent Living, Residential Care, Skilled Nursing(Rehabilitation) and long term living for those with 24 hour nursing needs. We are a smoke-free, pet friendly community!
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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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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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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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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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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, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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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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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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, 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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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.
We lead a double life of cosmopolitan urbanity and rugged naturalism. Terwilliger Plaza is simultaneously located in the heart of one of the most visionary cities in North America and cradled by the natural beauty of some of the nation’s most breathtaking countryside. Sweeping views of the...
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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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Whitewood Gardens was a fabulous place for Momma to stay this last year. They are so very caring and understanding. They treated Momma with the utmost respect and took care of her every need with a loving...
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.
At Whitewood, an residential living community located in Portland, Oregon, you’ll have access to incredible amenities and fantastic opportunities. Being located in Portland allows our residents to have ample access to amenities and activities including shopping destinations, medical centers,...
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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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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: 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.
Located in Gresham, Oregon, Mountain View RCF and Homes is a well respected, family owned retirement care facility. Our beautiful facility offers the intimacy and comfort of a family environment while seeing to the needs of your loved ones. Staff is available twenty-four hours a day,...
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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.
Brookdale Stayton provides senior living options for seniors in the Marion County Oregon area. We enjoy small-town comfort with Salem nearby for shopping, dining and medical services. Portland is only an hour away and provides a favorite day trip for residents during Rose Festival and other...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Welcome to Laurelhurst Village. Step into the elegance of the past at Laurelhurst Village a classically inspired Senior Care Community. Nestled in the Laurelhurst neighborhood, Laurelhurst Village represents a tradition of caring for you or a loved one that needs supportive care. We offer...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Molalla, OR

The average cost of senior living in Molalla is $4,140 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sherwood, OR with an average of $4,106 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Molalla, OR vs. nearby cities

Molalla, OR
$4,140/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Molalla, OR vs. the state and national average

Molalla, OR
$4,140/mo
$4,166/mo
U.S. national average
$4,009/mo

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

$5,006/mo
Independent Living
$4,140/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Molalla, OR by room type

Semi-Private
$5,576/mo
Studio
$4,799/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,901/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,593/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,528/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Molalla over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Molalla

Recent reviews for independent living in Molalla

Clearwater Springs Assisted Living in Vancouver, WA

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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

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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff in communities like The Lofts by Cogir, Holiday Springbrook, and Summerfield Estates Retirement Community. Residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term relationships that have been built with the commun ...
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Varied activities tailored to residents' interests. Communities like Russellville Park, Cogir of Glenwood Place, and The Lofts by Cogir offer a wide range of activities that cater to residents' hobbies and preferences. Activities include cooking classes, drama clubs, writer's groups, outside excursions, and more.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Lofts by Cogir, Russellville Park, and Summerfield Estates Retirement Community, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring res ...
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Properly maintained interior spaces and grounds. Residents and families frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails. Examples include Cogir of Glenwood Place, The Forum at Town Center, and The Lofts by Cogir.
Consistent communication between families and staff. Reviews contain many mentions of frequent, in-depth conversations that community staff members have with residents and their families to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. At communities like King City Senior Village, Bonaventure of Albany, and The Lofts by Cogir, ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at Holiday Rock Creek, quick and thoughtful adjustments by staff helped make the moving process easier for residents and their families.
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Molalla independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Molalla independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Molalla, 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 Molalla 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 Molalla 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
11.1%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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33.9%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Molalla 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 Molalla communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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36.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
40.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Molalla 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 Molalla offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.5%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.6%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.9%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.7%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
53%
47%
Dances
Dances
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32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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The Lofts by Cogir, Canfield Place and Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland are the top-rated independent living facilities near Molalla, Oregon. See full list of communities.

There are 316 independent living facilities near Molalla, Oregon. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Molalla, Oregon are The Lofts by Cogir, Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland and Cogir of Glenwood Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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