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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ayer, WA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Ayer 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 Ayer. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
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55 reviews
Friendly staff and people that lived there, seemed to be the most reasonable price. I have met friendly people during the time that I have spent there at least 95% of the time! My client is [age removed] and...
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Kennewick provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Nestled in a beautiful, park-like setting within the scenic community of Kennewick, you'll be charmed by our views of the Columbia River. Residents love the convenience of being close to...
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50 reviews
I love the people there! They really care. The only struggle my mom has has was the difficulty in adjusting. All the activities were helpful in bringing her out of her shell. She especially enjoys all the...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Parkview Estates is an assisted living community located in the city of Kennewick, Washington in the county of Benton. Seniors at Parkview Estates enjoy an interesting variety of local activities that they can participate in. If they enjoy fishing or boating, the Columbia River is less than two...
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9.2
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13 reviews
[name removed] is the best helper with residents and works with chares and activities. She always has a smile and remember names of residents!
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.
A great place to call home! At Enlivant, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident's quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often...
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46 reviews
From our very first contact with This place was a lady I'm struggling to remember her name right now, but we knew this was the right place, friendly, very clean, worked very hard to find a room to suit my...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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8.9
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33 reviews
He likes it and his attitude shows it. Food is good. Happy hour again. Room clean. Cost is right for services and we would recommend Brookdale Canyon Lakes to other families based on the experience we have...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
You worked hard, raised a family and earned a rewarding retirement. You spent decades taking care of others. Now, it’s your turn to leave behind home maintenance, paying bills and doing laundry. You deserve the lifestyle upgrade awaiting you at our community in beautiful Kennewick, Wash., where...
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8.4
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45 reviews
Mom had a UTI and which was left untreated, however we would recommend Hawthorne Court to other families based on the experience we have had
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Offering spacious one-and two-bedroom apartments and cottages in a single-story building in the Hawthorne Park neighborhood of Kennewick, in the Tri-Cities region, Hawthorne Court is active retirement living at its best. We are proud to boast a location in the heart of Washington wine country,...
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8.6
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18 reviews
Lots of changes over the last year. It’s nice to see everyone smiling and happy. New staff along with the staff that has been there since I moved my parents in. I love the gal that does the activities! She...
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.
Royal Columbian Retirement Inn is a warm, home-like community located in Kennewick, WA. Our community is surrounded by beautiful landscaping, mature trees, and some apartments offer views of the lovely Columbia River! We are located in a well established residential area, with close proximity to...
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8.2
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41 reviews
I love living at Brookdale Richland. They all respect our choices and preferences on care and dining. My apt is clean and always feel safe. The staff and other residents are amazing and friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 perfect place to find a redefined independence.Exploring assisted living options can be intimidating sometimes, but it shouldn’t be! Life here means trading the worries and cares of home ownership and maintenance for a whole staff of people to do your cooking, cleaning and chores. And you’ll...
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6.5
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16 reviews
Very happy we could put mom in this facility. They are always checking on her and the food is good . Very friendly and caring staff. The other residents are very supportive. Very convient to stop in any...
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.
We are located in Northeastern Oregon at the base of the Blue Mountains. We are nestled ten miles south of Walla Walla Washington and thirty miles north of Pendleton Oregon. We have banks, a grocery store, parks and coffee shop close by. Our big open front porch faces the Walla Walla River with a...
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7.7
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12 reviews
It's been a terrific experience. The people have been nice and the staff have been helpful. Honestly, because the atmosphere was warm and positive. And the people seemed genuine and caring.
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.
Why worry about home maintenance, grocery shopping and paying bills when you could instead spend your time re-igniting a passion or immersing yourself in a new hobby? Our assisted living community in College Place, Wash., provides a safe, carefree setting for you to live your redefined...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
At Wheatland Village, we focus on the wellness of the body, mind, and spirit. Your senior family member will enjoy a peaceful life here with comfort, security and convenience. Wheatland Village is located near downtown Walla Walla in scenic Eastern Washington. There are plenty of outdoor...
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2.7
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10 reviews
It is a beautiful spot and worth looking into. The community is finding it hard to find staff, and some of the newer staff isn't as trained as they could be. There were choices for meals for the residents...
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.
A grand, tree-lined driveway greets you as you make your way to our stately assisted living center in Walla Walla, Wash. With elegant finishes and scenic surroundings, our community is a luxurious getaway perfect for a rewarding retirement.We’re in a captivating, very natural setting, adjacent to...
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So far things are working out very well for my loved one at Park Plaza. It seems like a very nice facility and we have had no complaints.
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.
Park Plaza provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.You'll be charmed by the beautifully landscaped grounds at Park Plaza and all there is to see and do just minutes from your doorstep. We're close to shopping, top-notch healthcare and a variety of attractions to...
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The overall atmosphere is better than the other communities we looked at and the reason we picked them. My husband and I are doing very well and we like the community very much. The staff are wonderful and...
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.
Quail Run Retirement is a family owned and operated community in the Walla Walla Valley. It was established more than 30 years ago to provide our seniors with an affordable alternative to traditional senior housing options. We have been dedicated to helping families maintain strong ties, while...
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6 reviews
My Mom has been at TCRI since 2014. I am so pleased with the care she receives from all of the staff. During this time she has transitioned over to the Dementia/Alzheimer's wing, and the great care has only...
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.
Tri Cities Retirement Inn is a warm and inviting community offering many living choices in the heart of Pasco, WA. Our Independent Living apartments offer relaxed living with security, privacy, comfort and freedom - without the everyday responsibilities of yard work, house cleaning and cooking!...
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7.0
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27 reviews
They were great about communicating and keeping us up to-date on Grandma's well being. She was well taken care of. She didn't participate in activities or going to the dinning hall. They were kind and...
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.
At Three Rivers Place, our senior living community, we provide a homelike atmosphere, a caring staff, and personalized care. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and...
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My father in law got great care here, they really know how to keep somebody from falling which was huge for us. They put him in a room that was right next to the nurses station because they knew that he was...
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.
Centrally located in Kennewick, Creekstone Care Assisted Living provides a home like atmosphere for all residents. Designed with the resident in mind our property consists of four homes that work as one entity. This provides a more comfortable setting for all residents and allows them to have a...
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.
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.
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.
Offering a homelike environment for seniors desiring retirement living or needing the services of assisted living. Rose Garden Estates is a family of 21 apartments with a country setting. Beautifully decorated community within close proximity to the hospital and medical services. Main...
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.
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.
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.
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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I have lived at Affinity at Walla Walla, WA for a year and a half. I love living here and tell everyone that this is the best place I have ever lived. The staff are the best, they are always ready to help...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Affinity at Walla Walla we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,110, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot tub,...
Cost of independent living in Ayer, WA
The average cost of senior living in Ayer is $3,794 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Washtucna, WA with an average of $3,026 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Ayer
Recent reviews for independent living in Ayer
Quail Run Retirement Community in Walla Walla, WA
5.0
The staff is very friendly, even the owner was laying down on the grass playing with our dog. The managers are great too. They have really good meals, and you have a choice, and they serve meat and vegetarian options too. They have exercise classes and bocce ball, and bingo, so there are some ...
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Brookdale Richland
4.5
I had to move my mother here recently. The staff have been very friendly and helpful. I ate lunch there one day with mom and the food was very good and it was nice to have a selection of main dishes instead of just one. The building seems to be cheerful, clean, and all staff have been great. ...
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Parkview Estates in Kennewick, WA
5.0
We went with Parkview Estates because some of the studio apartments are located at the end of the wings of the hallway and they are a little bigger but the same price. She also liked the setting, it is set back in a residential community so it is not on a main street. The value for the money ...
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Ayer independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ayer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ayer, 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 Ayer 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 Ayer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ayer, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.9%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.6%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
41%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.7%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.9%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ayer 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 Ayer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ayer, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
41%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ayer 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 Ayer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ayer, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.9%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.4%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
28.2%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Solstice Senior Living at Kennewick, Parkview Estates and Trustwell Living at Whitman Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ayer, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 37 independent living facilities near Ayer, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ayer, Washington are Solstice Senior Living at Kennewick. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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