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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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Cost of independent living in Chitwood, OR

The average cost of senior living in Chitwood is $4,101 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waldport, OR with an average of $3,862 per month.

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

Chitwood, OR
$4,101/mo
$4,132/mo
$4,112/mo

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

Chitwood, OR
$4,101/mo
$4,168/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,993/mo
Independent Living
$4,101/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,217/mo
Studio
$4,522/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,771/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,394/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,288/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Chitwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Chitwood

Junction City Retirement and Assisted Living

4.9
The staff is very friendly. The rooms are very clean. Their financially better priced that most everything else that I did look at. They are also super helpful and my dad feels at home. I am pleased with how he has adjusted, I would definitely recommend Junction City Retirement to others.

Holiday Madrona Hills in Salem, OR

5.0
Great facility. Wonderful, caring staff. Welcoming community. It was just the perfect size for my dad. Others might like bigger or fancier, but this was the best match for us.

Heron Pointe Senior Living in Monmouth, OR

5.0
My 89 year old mother passed in the care of Brookdale. They were compassionate and caring. They treated her with respect and dignity and helped her feel safe. She had Alzheimer's, was near blind, and near deaf. I visited often at all different times of day. I observed excellent service on all ...
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Chitwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chitwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chitwood, 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 Chitwood 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 Chitwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chitwood, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.3%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.1%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Chitwood 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 Chitwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chitwood, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.6%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.7%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
39.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chitwood 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 Chitwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chitwood, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.9%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.9%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.1%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.1%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.1%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53.9%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
36.8%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.9%
40%
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Meadowlark Senior Living, Lakeview Senior Living and Bonaventure of Albany are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chitwood, Oregon. See full list of communities.

There are 75 independent living facilities near Chitwood, Oregon. See the full list.

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