Oregon is located on the West Coast in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Oregon is nicknamed the “Beaver State,” due to the large number of the animals that called the state home when the fur traders and pioneers first arrived. Oregon is a pacific playground with over 360 miles of beaches and more than 30 million acres of forest. Its larger cities like Portland and the college town of Eugene are vibrant and eclectic places with plenty of activity. Oregon’s majestic natural beauty combined with its relatively mild temperatures make the state a great place to call home and a wonderful location to retire.
Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 190 senior living communities in Oregon that provide memory care. The median monthly cost of memory care in Oregon is about $5,900.
I would rate everything a 5, a few stumbles from the administrative staff, such as conflicting information but they were anxious to resolve miscommunication. The staff is very caring and responsive. And the...
I would say 5 for all the categories, with the exception of #5. But I will note that Mom doesn't take part in many of the activities due to her age and some health restrictions. Also, I don't really have a...
The staff is great..they are just a little short handed as are most facilities today...the food could be better...and more activities...the setting is nice..backed up to a forest with good outdoor spaces. I...
Staff at Courtyard has been kind. I won't say it's been without challenges but it's to be expected. People with dementia are just as complex as those without. I find staff to is open to conversation and...
Maintenance can also be a challenge; requests aren't always addressed in a timely manner. The community has a very friendly atmosphere, and it's easy to make connections with others. Unfortunately, the food...
The assisted living facility where dad had been living for 2 years 1/2 years was no longer able to provide the care dad needs. He was in the hospital and we had an immediate need of a place to move him. ...
Brookdale is a great place and my mom really feels at home there! Many of the staff have worked at Brookdale for a long time. They don't seem to have much turnover. The executive director is very...
They helped me navigate through so many options. The best help was bring in the phone and reviewing the emailed options. I could see the pictures, locations and the reviews. That was most helpful. We needed...
Staff friendliness was rated lower due to some staff who sat and on their phones, chewing gum (one of my pet peeves) and not interacting with the residents. I think more supervision by making rounds...
My Mom is very happy there. I have walked into her room when a staff person was changing Mom's Depends and the 2 of them were laughing and having a great time. My Dad died there on [date removed] and the...
The staff are excellent, they understand memory issues. They are patient and take time with an individual that may be having a difficult time. The facility has multiple activities everyday to keep the...
Moving our parents into assisted living was a tough decision. Prestige Southern Hills has done a great job of welcoming them and treating them like family. They are always happy to help when needed, but also...
I like that the staff are so concerned about their clients and are willing to give wherever they're needed. Their response time is short and they are timely in coming to help. They are concerned and willing...
I am impressed with the staff. They are both friendly and anxious to help. The activities are diverse and seem to be fun for all. My daughter has made a number of new friends. My overall impression is a very...
My Mom was a resident at Emerald Valley for 1 1/2 years. They have great and caring staff. My Mom didn't like to go out of her room often, but the staff happily came to her. She wouldn't go to many...
In Oregon, the Office of Safety, Oversight, and Quality within the Oregon Department of Human Services licenses and regulates memory care facilities. Memory care facilities are known as long-term care facilities, but they must obtain a memory care endorsement to provide memory care. Memory care can also be offered in an assisted living facility or nursing home. However, they must also obtain a memory care endorsement and follow Oregon’s assisted living regulations and nursing home regulations in the respective units.
Because Oregon memory care facilities are categorized as long-term care facilities, they must offer the following services and amenities required of all long-term care facilities:[01]
To obtain a memory care endorsement, a long-term care facility in Oregon must have policies and procedures that address the following:[02]
Oregon Public Health Division
800 NE Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: 971-673-1222
Email: DirectorsOffice@odhsoha.oregon.gov
State regulations — and a community’s track record with inspections and licensing — offer important insights into safety and quality of care in senior living communities.
Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports to learn what to look for in inspection reports and what questions to ask when touring communities. This resource explains how to use state licensure and inspection information to evaluate a community’s compliance, care standards, and responsiveness to issues.
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To access memory care community inspection reports, you can use the Oregon Department of Human Services’ facility search tool and search for prospective communities by name. They also provide detailed information on what reports provide. Some information includes inspection dates, violations, and the date of correction.
Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities, Oregon Administrative Rules § 411.54 (2024).
Endorsed Memory Care Communities, Oregon Administrative Rules § 411.57 (2020).
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