If you’re looking for independent living in the Vancouver area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Vancouver. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 238 independent living facilities in Vancouver, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Independent Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Oakbrook, Cascade Park and Image.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Beaverton, Camas or Clackamas.
Independent Living
The people were pleasant at this community but there was another community that was the best overall. This community did not have a medicaid option and that was needed. Also the environment just seemed less social than what I was looking for for my loved one.
Read moreWe enjoy living in BV. Vancouver. It is a very nice and safe community and easy accessibility to stoves, tanks, hospitals, shopping malls, and restaurants. The staff working here are friendly and efficient. The residents are nice and we feel like home here!
Read moreBonaventure of Vancouver is a loving, caring community of residents and staff members working together to provide for the needs of seniors, whether independent assisted living, or memory care. We greet one another creating a positive environment for all. Way to go!
Read more7808 Northeast 51st Street, Vancouver, WA 98662
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Van Mall offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Van Mall we have set colossal standards for...
... Read moreI am impressed how well they know and remember all of the residents. Everyone seems very friendly and enjoys being there. The...
10011 NE 118th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98682
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Cogir of Vancouver is located in Vancouver, Washington, which has been on Money Magazine's list of best places in America to live multiple times. In addition to Vancouver's many attractions, we also offer residents easy access to Portland's many theatres, restaurants and tourist attractions.As...
... Read moreThis community was fine there was just another community that caught my loved ones attention. This community was nice just wa...
11613 SE 7th St, Vancouver, WA 98683
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Cascade Inn, a Koelsch Community, is nestled in a neighborhood of family homes in Vancouver, WA. with shopping and medical clinics close by. Residents here enjoy a warm, relaxed lifestyle, and extensive social opportunities while having access to gracious amenities.Cascade Inn includes...
... Read moreOur first impression was based off the staff right away. They worked very quickly and effectively to answer all the questions...
13303 SE McGillivray Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98683
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Provides: Independent Living
The Bedford provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Nestled within beautifully landscaped grounds in a peaceful corner of Vancouver, Washington, you'll love the tasteful elegance of our facilities while enjoying all the convenience of the nearby community. We're...
... Read moreI would tell others that the community and personnel are excellent. There is always something that I like to choose from for...
2610 SE 164th Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98683
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
In every Enlivant assisted living community, we work to meet each resident's unique needs, with quality care and an environment that offers a sense of belonging for our residents, as though they are a member of a family. Our compassionate staff works to help residents maintain their wellbeing,...
... Read more415 SE 177th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98683
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The Quarry is a locally owned community designed to continue your life experience and fulfilling your retirement. The full continuum of senior living options is available providing many choices of amenities, support, and services. From Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Care,...
... Read more11700 Northeast Angelo Drive, Vancouver, WA 98684
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Prestige Senior Living Bridgewood is located just East of 205 and South of highway 500 in the Orchards neighborhood of Vancouver, Washington. Opening in 2002 Prestige Bridgewood has 124 apartments of both Independent and Assisted Living apartments, and we do accept Medicaid after a 2 year spend...
... Read moreThis is just a nice clean and friendly community that I would for sure recommend. I also have other family that states they T...
201 NW 78th Street, Vancouver, WA 98665
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Welcome to Clearwater Springs Assisted Living Community, the premier Retirement and Assisted Living Community in historic Vancouver, Washington. Clearwater Springs is located on a meticulously landscaped garden setting close to parks, shopping and the new Legacy Medical Center. Our goal at...
... Read moreI loved Clearwater Springs, and we almost went with them. But we ended up choosing a place where assisted living residents c...
2400 NE 112th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684
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Pacifica Senior Living Vancouver is an elegant intimate senior living community that elevates assisted living to a higher standard of excellence since 2016. Our community offers a holistic and joyful environment to our residents, their families and friends. With just 48 apartments, we at Pacifica...
... Read moreWe got some disturbing news from one of the workers about language and felt that this was not the right place.
4555 Northeast 66th Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98661
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Historic Vancouver Washington sits on the North Bank of the Columbia River; lots of small town charm with the resources of a vibrant metropolitan area. Vancouver Point is conveniently located on a quiet secluded Avenue near SR500 and Andresen Road only about a mile from Van Mall shopping area....
... Read moreVancouver Pointe has been a very good experience so far. Our loved one absolutely loves the meals and dining service. The act...
5500 NE 82nd Ave, Vancouver, WA 98662
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Glenwood Place is an assisted living community located in the beautiful town of Vancouver, Clark County, Washington. Our scenic assisted living community is located in an above average safety location based on recent crime ratings. Vancouver is endowed with diversity of beauty—from sandy...
... Read moreThis is a nice very clean place. The meals are the only thing that sometimes are not that good. The meals have changed due to...
17171 Southeast 22nd Drive, Vancouver, WA 98683
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A Great Place to Live a Great LifeIt’s time to trade boredom for fun, trade stress for safety, and trade isolation for being part of a vibrant, energetic community. That’s what you’ll get as a resident at Brookdale Fisher’s Landing, an exceptional southwest Washington state assisted living...
... Read moreWe spoke with the director and there is a new kitchen manager now and there is going to be change however we have not seen th...
9317 NE 86th St, Vancouver, WA 98662
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Bonaventure of Vancouver is conveniently located in Vancouver, Washington, off Interstate 205. Our independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities will offer state-of-the-art amenities and services for retirement, assisted living, and memory care. Our spacious retirement living...
... Read moreBonaventure of Vancouver is a loving, caring community of residents and staff members working together to provide for the nee...
10500 NE 51st Circle, Vancouver, WA 98682
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Aparments
We are a brand new senior living apartment community in Vancouver WA for individuals 62+ and older. Affinity at Vancouver is a one of a kind option for the active adult wanting to pursue their own passions. Our communities are specifically designed to foster resident driven engagement through an...
... Read moreWe're pretty happy with Affinity. We definitely tell people they have a lot to offer. It's like a little mini resort, with ...
5300 NE 82nd Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98662
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Provides: Independent Living
The community has some inside activities going on now, our loved one has been able to meet new people. We do think the value ...
301 SE 136th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684
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I thought Springwood Landing was really good. It was just too much money. The apartments were good, and I liked the ameniti...
8422 NE 8th Way, Vancouver, WA 98664
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Provides: Assisted Living
Fort Vancouver Assisted Living is filled with warmth and charm. We strive to provide independence , security, hospitality and exceptional service to our community.We are a 44-bed assisted living community providing long-term care. We also participate in Medicaid. Our goal is to bring residents,...
... Read moreI'm grateful for the community as they are assisting to care for my loved one. We are able to take our loved one out to see ...
13700 NE Salmon Creek Ave, Vancouver, WA 98686
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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
2735 NE 134th St, Vancouver, WA 98686
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2723 NE 134th St, Vancouver, WA 98686
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The average cost of senior living in Vancouver is $3,017 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beaverton, OR with an average of $2,750 per month.
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.
In Vancouver, Washington, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Vancouver, Washington, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Vancouver is a car-dependent city, which means seniors can expect to need a vehicle to complete most errands. Public transportation in Clark County is provided by C-Tran which connects Vancouver to the greater metropolitan area. Vancouver is also close enough to Portland to utilize the city’s TriMet services.
Vancouver offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center and Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center.
Vancouver is a suburb of Portland nestled between Mount St. Helens, the Columbia River Gorge, and the vast Pacific Ocean. The residents of the city are known for being very active, and there are lots of opportunities for outdoor recreation, such as hiking at one of the 191 parks that are in and around the city. The city's waterfront provides shopping and fine dining with a beautiful view. There are also a number of historic sites from the city’s frontier days, such as Fort Vancouver, Officer’s Row, and the Clark County Historical Museum.
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
Retirement or independent living communities are also known as active retirement communities in Vancouver, WA. These 55+ communities in Vancouver, WA are designed exclusively for seniors who require limited assistance. Most communities offer amenities, social activities, and other services.
When it comes to senior living, Vancouver, WA is considered to be slightly more expensive than the regional average. The median monthly cost for an independent living community in Vancouver is $2,900 for the city proper and $2,700 for the metropolitan area. In Washington, the median monthly cost of independent living is $2,600.
The Vancouver cost-of-living index is rated 24 points higher than the national average of 100.
| Cost-of-living Index | Grocery index | Median rent | Rent burden | Median home value | Median family income | Estate tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 124 | 100 | $1,214 | 19.6% | $238,014 | $55,593 | The top estate tax rate is 20 with an exemption threshold of $2.193 million |
In total there are three hospitals that provide emergency services for the city. The top hospitals in Vancouver include:
Vancouver has a warm-summer Mediterranean type climate. This means that the winters tend to be mild and rainy while the summers tend to be warm and dry. On average, the humidity level for Vancouver is roughly 45%. The average humidity levels are highest during the month of December at roughly 55%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| Average summer temp | Typical summer high | Typical summer low | Average winter temp | Typical winter high | Typical winter low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69°F | 84°F (July) | 53°F (July) | 42°F | 52°F (February) | 34°F (January) |
Air Quality
| Avgerage air quality rating | Avgerage maximum air quality rating | Peak Month |
|---|---|---|
| 44 (Good) | 71 (Moderate) | December |
Moderate conditions mean that those who are sensitive to particulates in the air should consider limiting the amount of time they spend on outdoor exertion.
Precipitation
| Average monthly precipitation | Average maximum monthly precipitation | Average yearly snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ | 6″ (November) | 3″ |
2016 Presidential Election Results for Clark County
| Voted Democratic | Voted Republican | Voted Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| 44.49% | 44.34% | 11.17% |
Population Statistics
| Population city proper | Population metro | Population density | Population trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175,673 | 175,673 | 1,386 people per square mile | Growing at a rate of 1.46% |
Age
| Median | 55+ | 60+ | 70+ | 80+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 26% | 11% | 6% | 4% |
Highest Level of Education
| High-School diploma | College degree | Graduate degree |
|---|---|---|
| 25% | 27% | 9% |
Race & Ethnicity
| Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native American | Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | White | Two or more | Other or Not Specified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.6% | 22.2% | 13.3% | 0.6% | 1.4% | 72.1% | 76.1% | 4.6% |
Crime
| Total crimes | Property crimes per 1,000 citizens | Violent crimes per 1,000 citizens |
|---|---|---|
| 6,125 | 31 | 4 |
Miscellaneous
| Unemployed | Participate in the labor force | Have some form of disability | Live in Poverty | Widows | Veterans |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7% | 64% | 15% | 14% | 6% | 10% |
Vancouver is considered friendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. This means that members of the community are typically accepted by the general public and can actively participate in public life without fear of bigotry on a daily basis.
Vancouver is nestled between Mount St. Helens, the Columbia River Gorge, and the vast Pacific Ocean. The residents of the city are known for being very active and there are lots of opportunities for outdoor recreation such as hiking at one of the 191 parks that are in and around the city. The city’s waterfront provides shopping and fine-dining with a beautiful view. There are also a number of historic sights from the city’s frontier days, such as Fort Vancouver, Officer’s Row, and the Clark County Historical Museum. For those interested in aviation, the nearby Pearson Field and Air Museum is known as the birthplace of West Coast aviation. The city also has an arts district located in downtown Vancouver that is filled with galleries and artist lofts.
The Lofts Glenwood Place Senior Living, Northwest Place and Touchmark at Fairway Village are the top rated independent living facilities near Vancouver, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 238 independent living facilities near Vancouver, Washington. See the full list.
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