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Charming Portland attracts more seniors every year. And our 153 partnering assisted living facilities in the Portland metro give you or your loved one a perfect place to enjoy the good life in the Pacific Northwest. If you need a compassionate extra hand with daily activities and medications or would like to be part of a lively social community, you’ll find all this and more at one of our Portland assisted living partners.
In this guide, we explore our in-network assisted living communities within a 10-mile radius of downtown Portland. We walk you through what to expect in these communities, based on our proprietary data and what real residents are reporting. We go over baseline and additional costs, along with how people tend to pay. We also share local and state-specific regulations for assisted living communities, senior resources in Portland, and local senior attractions.
Types of care available in Portland, OR
Assisted Living
What our family likes the most about the Avamere at Cascadia community is the friendly like atmosphere. The people there are always willing to help, smiling faces say a lot...We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
The staff at this care home work with the family. They are flexible and get to know the residents. There is a Registered Nurse on site. The community is clean as they are particular about the environment. They are knowledgeable about the rules and regulations in Oregon. The food seems healthy and is homemade. They offer fresh vegetables. They do go on occasional outings and they have card games and puzzles to cater to each resident.
The community and activities director is very accommodating to my loved one's requests. The value is good. I think Senior Haven provides high level care. There are patios available off of the resident's rooms. They even hung décor in my loved one's rooms.
4807 SE 113th Ave, Portland, OR 97266
You always want the best for you or your loved ones; therefore, we are proud to offer an alternative to those who can no longer live safely and independentyly in their own home. Aloha Hale Adult Care Home is there to provide the comfort and peace of mind that you or your loved ones need to be...
6213 Louisiana Drive, Vancouver, WA 98661
We care for the elderly with demintia and other cares. Our community is sitauted a few blocks away from the church and stores. Our homes was just remodelled to occupy six seniors. Our staff are CNA's and well trained as to the care for the elderly. We are very close to the bus stop and park.
12221 SE Kelly St, Portland, OR 97236
2814 SE 125th Avenue, Portland, OR 97236
3737 NE 135 Avenue, Portland, OR 97230
500 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660
Located in historic downtown Vancouver, The Evergreen Inn was built in 1928 to serve as an elegant lodging and entertainment center. Still a proud landmark and just minutes from shopping, medical services and cultural events, it's now a lively assisted living community for people...
8509 SW 45th Ave, Portland, OR 97219
13634 NE Glisan Street, Portland, OR 97230
Glendoveer Oasis ACHGlendoveer Oasis ACH is a residential care home located in the fast-paced city of Portland, Oregon, which is in Multnomah County. Our larger populated community is full of restaurants, shops and other cultural events. Portland is a wonderful place to live. With all the...
12032 SE Holgate, Portland, OR 97266
413 Northeast 140th Avenue, Portland, OR 97230
Agape Home Care is a vibrant residential care home located in the locality of Portland, Oregon in the Multnomah County. Our home is built on a vast open vicinity that provides our seniors with a great and tranquil living space. The weather in this region is highly favorable for the seniors,...
3556 SW 91st Ave, Portland, OR 97225
The Micro community at the Greenview Adult Foster residence provides a bridge, for the elderly, between the struggle of independent living and the institutional setting of a Nursing Home. Our warm community is located in a peaceful neighborhood in Portland Oregon close to the Beaverton Mall,...
12711 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland, OR 97236
Golden Acres Retirement Center, located in Dallas, Texas is a one-of-a-kind rehabilitation and living center for the elderly. We offer in-house, state of the art therapy, and a caring, dedicated staff. Our services assist the elderly in nurses, doctors, rehabilitation therapists and facilities...
7710 SE 103rd Ave, Portland, OR 97266
410 W 13th St, Vancouver, WA 98660
5732 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97236
Our philosophy of care forms the foundation of Clarendon Court Alzheimer's residence. We believe that: Each resident deserves to be accepted just as he or she is, with no expectation placed on the resident to behave or perform in a certain manner. - Daily activity opportunities must be...
1214 SE 144th Ave., Portland, OR 97233
Hirity Adult Home is a residential care home in Portland, OR., Multnomah county. Compassionate and skilled caregivers provide assistance to seniors who live here in a comfortable group home setting. Oregon is popular for its natural scenery and mild climate. Portland is the largest city within...
2351 NE 148th Ave, Portland, OR 97230
Senior citizens living in Oregon will want to think about how they would like to live out their golden years. They may want to try the Banica Adult Care Home, which promises to create a warm and inviting living arrangement for them. At this facility, we pride ourselves on the quality of senior...
2918 SE 140th Ave, Portland, OR 97236
Christian Adult Foster Home is a senior care home that's located in Portland, OR., Multnomah county. Professional caregivers provide compassionate assistance to seniors here in a group home setting. Portland is a well-travelled and visited city, the most populous in the state of Oregon. The city...
615 SE 104th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98664
The Aging Well Adult Family Home, is a cozy home located in a peaceful community in Vancouver Washington. We are five minutes from “Critically Acclaimed” South West Washington Medical Center. Our home has recently taken on a new look with the completion of our remodel creating a fresh atmosphere.
11216 NW Blackhawk Drive, Portland, OR 97229
Ironwood Holistic Care HomeGiving care in naturally loving way.
105 SE 151st Ave, Portland, OR 97233
The V & D Adult Care Home is a residential care home that resides in Multnomah County in the metropolitan area of Portland, OR. For many years, the Portland area has been a hub of all things exciting and one of the most fun filled places you can retire in. There are a number of different...
9700 NE 2nd Street, Vancouver, WA 98664
Guardian Angel AFHGuardian Angel AFH is a residential care home located in the amazing Vancouver City, Washington, located in Clark County. Our community enjoys the beauty of nature surrounding it. The green environment offers a sense of natural magnificence and cleans air that is ideal for...
1730 SE 148th Ave, Portland, OR 97233
13211 Southeast 26th Street, Vancouver, WA 98683
15130 SE Sherman Street, Portland, OR 97233
Sherman Adult Care Home is a residential care home that's located in Portland, OR., Multnomah county. Compassionate care is provided to seniors within a comfortable group home setting. The state of Oregon is famous for its mild climate and natural landscapes. The state has a diversity of regions...
On average, our partner assisted living communities cost an average of $5,238 per month in 2022-2023.[01] Note that this figure represents what real families actually paid, including additional fees and expenses. Such additional fees might include the following:
It depends. Compared to the national average, costs of living in Portland are 24% higher than the rest of the country. While Oregon doesn’t have sales tax and Washington doesn’t tax pension incomes, Portland housing is still 62% higher than the national average.[02]
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the following is true of retirees aged 60+ in Portland: [03]
It helps to begin an assisted lifestyle knowing how your state taxes this income. Seniors on both sides of the state line can benefit from the fact that neither Oregon nor Washington tax Social Security benefits. Many choose to live in the Portland suburb of Vancouver, Washington, because of its better tax benefits for retirees. Vancouver also has plentiful assisted living facilities and a comparatively lower cost of living. In fact, Vancouver housing is 2% lower than the national average housing cost.[04]
Here are some differences in taxes for seniors across Oregon and Washington:[05,06]
The figures below represent average baseline costs of assisted living in the broader Portland area. Unlike our partner cost figures, these figures do not include additional fees that families often pay.
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To pay for Portland assisted living, families and seniors have several options to choose from. In some circumstances, families can use both private and public funds to cover the cost of assisted living in the Portland metro. In this section, you’ll learn about the many options that seniors and their families might have to pay for in assisted living. We also outline several public resources, such as Medicaid, Medicare, and veterans benefits, that could be available to help you pay for assisted living care services.
Portland area seniors often begin looking at their private pay options to cover their ideal assisted living community. Such options include income like savings, Social Security benefits, pensions, and investment returns. Depending on your resources, the following options may also be available to help fund the ideal senior living community:
In Oregon, facilities are required to take precautions, such as posting a notice at entrances and exits if a staff member or resident has a reported or suspected case of COVID-19. Indoor visitation is currently allowed in Oregon and Washington, so long as visitors and residents follow precautionary steps, such as masking and social distancing.
Vaccinations. Portland area seniors and staff are encouraged to get vaccinated and boosted to fight infection and serious illness.
Masking. Masks may be required in most health care facilities. Some assisted living facilities may have additional requirements.
Facility cleanliness. Facilities must be sanitized at regular intervals to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Social distancing. In Washington, social distancing is recommended to reduce the spread of COVID-19. To support this effort, residents can enable WA Notify, which tracks reported exposures. By enabling WA Notify, you can get notifications if you may have been exposed to COVID-19. This can help residents clarify whether they need to social distance to reduce the spread of infection.
Number of in-network assisted living facilities in market
With views of Mount Hood and Mount Saint Helens, as well as the ocean a short drive away, Portland is something of a haven for those who enjoy both natural beauty and the modern conveniences of city life.
Residents of our Portland partner assisted living communities love the elegant, timeless designs found in many of the metro’s facilities. Many communities put thought into their layouts, cultivating a homey atmosphere even down to the smallest details, such as finishes, art, décor, and plants. Several communities keep indoor houseplants in common areas to improve air quality and create an airy, inviting atmosphere.
Music adds depth and richness to any atmosphere. As such, 86% of our partnering communities have a community piano or organ for residents to use. And 91% bring live music in for residents to enjoy on special occasions.
You’ll also find popular culinary offerings in these communities as well. Most of our partner communities employ real professional chefs to design the weekly menus. Additionally, 77% of these Portland communities host wine tasting events and 68% offer cooking classes for residents. All this and much more can be found at A Place for Mom’s in-network Portland assisted living communities.
Attentive staff in Portland assisted living facilities help families feel secure in the knowledge that their loved ones are well cared for during their stay. Some staff help residents digitize treasured photographs. In resident reviews, families praise staff in these facilities for paying careful attention to a resident’s dietary preferences so they can accommodate residents at mealtimes.
Additionally, as senior care needs may change over time, 95% of assisted living facilities in Portland offer memory care services. This allows residents to age in place if they start needing more memory help, as might be the case with the onset of dementia. Oftentimes, staff provide memory care services in a secured wing. To further keep residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia safe, over 41% of assisted living facilities incorporate wander prevention technologies. Below are some additional services that assisted living communities may offer:
Portland is home to a diverse population, serving seniors from around the world. To provide excellent care to this diverse population, assisted living facilities need to meet their residents’ wide range of communication needs. As such, some facilities offer care not just in English and American Sign Language (ASL), but also in the following languages:
In Portland, around 89% of assisted living facilities employ an activity director who designs experiences for assisted living residents. Activity directors ensure residents have the option to enjoy fabulous social opportunities and new experiences for many different interests. These directors plan activities for seniors both on- and off-site, such as the following:
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Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Portland population[03]
In Portland and the surrounding suburbs, seniors benefit from a number of excellent health care options. Explore some of the top-rated hospital systems in the Portland metro area below.
Ranked No. 1 in Portland, OHSU hospital is nationally recognized in six specialties. The hospital is high-performing in senior health procedures such as heart conditions, pulmonology, and orthopedics.[20]
Ranked No. 2 in Portland, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center is high-performing in cancer procedures and neurology.[20]
Ranked No. 3 in Portland hospitals, Kaiser Permanente has excellent marks in gastroenterology and diabetes-related procedures.[20]
In our partnering Portland metro assisted living facilities, around 86% offer complimentary transportation to residents around the city. For residents who still drive, 91% of our in-network facilities offer resident parking.
For visiting friends and family, most of our partner communities are also close to stops across Portland’s fantastic public transit system. Explore some of the main ways to get around town below:
Overall, Portland has a reputation for excellent transportation for all, as well as better-than-average walkability for when friends and family come to visit. The below scores are ranked from zero to 100, painting Portland as one of the West Coast’s most accessible cities.
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With its plentiful national parks and its endless offerings for rainy day activities in the city, there’s always something to do in charming Portland. Explore things to do below, from museums and gardens to dining and social events.
Portland is a historically rich and vibrant place, filled with art and creativity. Nearby Pittock Mansion is a delight for history enthusiasts looking to learn more about the area. If you or your loved one enjoys history and art, the Portland Art Museum features world treasures spanning centuries. Seniors more inclined toward the dramatic arts can enjoy awe-inspiring dramatic and musical performances at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall or at Roseland Theater.
Portland is famous for its excellent culinary scene. A cultural mainstay in the city, food carts are some of the metro’s favorite eateries. Some food carts became so popular, they turned into world-renowned restaurants. For a night of exploring former food cart favorites, check out Nong’s Khao Man Gai and finish with Salt and Straw ice cream for dessert.
Foodies with a taste for fine dining can’t go wrong with a meal at Le Pigeon or Ox, specializing in Argentinian and French cuisine, respectively. Seniors and their loved ones can enjoy amazing charcuterie offerings at Olympia Provisions. And those with a sweet tooth can’t miss Portland’s famous VooDoo Doughnut, made famous in 2003 for their gourmet flavor pairings.
Social butterflies in assisted living can benefit from community events held on-site or at nearby local senior centers. For example, Multnomah County offers a detailed list of district senior centers, which provide services such as the following:
On the Washington side of Portland’s suburbs, you can find 50+ recreational activities through Vancouver’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services website. Marshall and Luepke Community Center in Vancouver also has a computer lab and lending library for seniors, in addition to dancing and regular community presentations.
When family and friends visit, Portland has plenty to do for any age. The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is a perennial favorite. The museum regularly features special events for all ages, sparking curiosity about the natural sciences. Animal lovers are sure to enjoy the nearby Oregon Zoo, which features numerous exhibits representing animals from all over the world. The Oregon Zoo is conveniently located in Portland’s beautiful Washington Park. With attractions such as the Hoyt Arboretum and the Portland Japanese Garden, the park makes for a lovely retreat into nature for seniors.
Trustwell Living at Kent Place, Canfield Place and Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Portland, OR. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Assisted Living in Portland is 4,086 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
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