The Park at University Village Independent Living Community

The Park at University Village Independent Living Community

Overview of The Park at University Village Independent Living Community

The Park at University Village Independent Living Community is an independent living community in Vancouver, WA, located in Pleasant Valley. Residents have private living spaces and community services, without daily care, making it suitable for people who do not need daily assistance. There are studios and one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes, with the larger layouts offering room for a companion.

A Walk Score of 34 places the community in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Pets are allowed, meaning a resident can bring a pet when moving in. The range of housing options may make this a good fit for someone seeking independent living with either a single living space or room for a companion.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #189 / 235Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 189th out of 235 independent living communities we track in Washington for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
34 / 100

About this community

Additional Services

3 services
Housekeeping Services
Transportation Services
Beauty Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsExercise Programs

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room Types
Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed 3 Bed

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Address 6.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Vancouver's city center to The Park at University Village Independent Living Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Cascade Inn
IL
AL
Vancouver
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 85
Rank #24 / 150
Yes
70
Facility 70
WA AVG 57
Rank #77 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #31 / 119
-11
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #88 / 144
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 31
Rank #103 / 142
3.5
Facility 3.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #91 / 142
Van Mall Retirement
IL
AL
Vancouver (Vancouver Mall)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 85
Rank #32 / 150
Yes
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 57
Rank #136 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #53 / 119
A+6
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #109 / 144
23
Facility 23
WA AVG 31
Rank #68 / 142
3.8
Facility 3.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #96 / 142
Highgate Senior Living – Vancouver
IL
AL
MC
Vancouver (Hazel Dell North)
71
Facility 71
WA AVG 85
Rank #91 / 150
Yes
70
Facility 70
WA AVG 57
Rank #77 / 235
-
76.1%
Facility 76.1%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #57 / 119
-8
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #62 / 144
30
Facility 30
WA AVG 31
Rank #89 / 142
3.8
Facility 3.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #96 / 142
The Springs at The Waterfront
IL
AL
MC
Vancouver (Esther Short)
68
Facility 68
WA AVG 85
Rank #96 / 150
No
67
Facility 67
WA AVG 57
Rank #86 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
32.4%
Facility 32.4%
WA AVG 72%
Rank #116 / 119
-2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 144
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 31
Rank #4 / 142
0.5
Facility 0.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 142
The Park at University Village Independent Living Community
IL
Vancouver (Pleasant Valley)-Yes
34
Facility 34
WA AVG 57
Rank #189 / 235
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed------

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other WA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Washington

The Park at University Village Independent Living Community is located in Vancouver, Washington State.
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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WA

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+
General WA resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WA

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000-$70,000/year varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap varies ~$250,000-$400,000
WA

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+
General WA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about The Park at University Village Independent Living Community

What neighborhood is The Park at University Village Independent Living Community in?

The Park at University Village Independent Living Community is in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood of Vancouver.

Is The Park at University Village Independent Living Community in a walkable area?

The Park at University Village Independent Living Community has a walk score of 34. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at The Park at University Village Independent Living Community?

Yes, The Park at University Village Independent Living Community allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The Park at University Village Independent Living Community?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Park at University Village Independent Living Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does The Park at University Village Independent Living Community provide?

The Park at University Village Independent Living Community offers Independent Living.

What is the address of The Park at University Village Independent Living Community?

The Park at University Village Independent Living Community is located at 2735 Ne 134Th St, Vancouver, WA 98686.

What is the phone number of The Park at University Village Independent Living Community?

(360) 979-1732 will put you in contact with the team at The Park at University Village Independent Living Community.

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