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8 Best Independent Living Communities in West Shore, WA
If you’re looking for independent living in the West Shore 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 West Shore. 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 8 independent living facilities in West Shore, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bellingham, Anacortes and Mount Vernon.
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8.5
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3 reviews
Cleanliness - they have not been able to keep the room cleaning schedule that was there when we started due to staffing issues. However all the common areas are clean and the residents are trying to keep...
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.
From the traditional Northwest architecture to the beautifully landscaped courtyard and grounds, through our spacious and designer decorated common areas, Chandler's Square is just the place for comfortable living with your companion and friends. Chandler's Square Retirement Community in...
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8.0
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7 reviews
My family member will have been there two years in August, and it is perfect for his needs. He has a studio right by the dining room and is very comfortable there. He has an exercise routine and plays...
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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My parents moved to La Conner Retirement Inn one year ago as my father's health was failing and taking care of him and their house was becoming too much work for my mom, and living closer to me and to...
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.
La Conner Retirement Inn is located in the gorgeous Skagit Valley. This waterfront community is home to unique gift shops, artists, writers, museums, restaurants and a marina. Whether your newly retired or need assisted living, our friendly and courteous staff is dedicated to providing the...
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Harbor Tower Village, adjacent to the historic Neil Tower Landmark in Oak Harbor, truly allows you to relax and enjoy retirement amidst a thoughtful, caring community only minutes from nearby shopping, medical facilities and churches. By using a simple yet comprehensive fee schedule, our...
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.
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Cost of independent living in West Shore, WA
The average cost of senior living in West Shore is $3,888 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ferndale, WA with an average of $3,579 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Shore, WA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in West Shore
Recent reviews for independent living in West Shore
The Vintage at Mount Vernon
5.0
I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer.
The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for ...
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Leopold Retirement in Bellingham, WA
5.0
I'm so glad my family and I chose this community for my new home. The caregivers and staff are kind and helpful. Only had 1 room available but will be getting a bigger one soon I hope. The Activities are amazing her like bingo, arts&crafts, bridge and even a Happy Hour. They have a bus that will ...
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Regency on Whidbey in Oak Harbor, WA
5.0
I've been very pleased. I have a nice 1100 square foot cottage apartment. The food is excellent, and I've gained some pounds I have to say! For each meal, they have about 4-5 things on the plate, at about 1/2 cup serving each, so you get a big variety without an overly huge amount of food, ...
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West Shore independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Shore independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Shore, 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 West Shore 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 West Shore partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Shore, WANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Shore 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 West Shore communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Shore, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Shore 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 West Shore offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Shore, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Creekside Continuing Care Community, Mountain Glen and Brookdale Stanwood are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Shore, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near West Shore, Washington. See the full list.
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