The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sandy, OR for 2023

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There are 4 Assisted Living Facilities in the Sandy area, with 3 in Sandy and 1 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Sandy is $3,895 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895. Cheaper rated regions include Camas with an average starting cost of 2,700.

To help you with your search, browse the 13 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Sandy. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Sandy 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Surrounded by scenic landscapes, rivers and an abundance of wildlife, Sandy is considered a gateway to Mount Hood. The city has a population of more than 11,000, with 12% of its residents in the senior age demographic. As their needs change, some of these residents may consider the transition to a residential care facility.

The Oregon Department of Human Services licenses two types of residential care: assisted living facilities (ALFs) and residential care facilities (RCFs). In Sandy, seniors have five of these facilities to choose from, both locally and in nearby communities.

• In addition to its many outdoor recreational opportunities, Sandy has a number of unique shops, local restaurants and cultural attractions for seniors to enjoy, including exhibits and special events at the Sandy Historical Society Museum and theatrical performances at the Sandy Actors Theatre.
  
  
• At 124.4, the average cost of living across Oregon is higher than the U.S. national average of 100. The cost of living in Sandy is even higher at an index rating of 134, with the largest contributing factors being housing and transportation costs. This is something seniors living on a limited income may need to consider.
  
  
• Seniors may be comforted by Sandy's low crime rates. The city's violent crime is rated 10 and property crime is rated 27.5. These numbers are much lower than the U.S. national rates of 22.7 and 35.4 in the same categories, respectively.
  
  
• While the overall climate in Sandy is quite mild throughout the year, winters can be cloudy with a large amount of rainfall. This may be challenging for seniors who enjoy spending their time outdoors.
  
  
• Local seniors have access to several transportation options, all provided by Sandy Area Metro (SAM). It operates three fixed routes, a shopping shuttle, STAR Dial-A-Ride on-demand service and Elderly & Disabled (ED) out-of-town medical transportation.
  
  
• Sandy has an array of community resources for seniors, including the City of Sandy Community Center, an organization that provides a variety of programming and services for seniors, including meals, health screenings, transportation and social programs, and is the home of the city's Senior Center.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.

Assisted Living costs in Sandy start around $3,895 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Sandy and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Oregon page.