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The community and staff were really wonderful. We are very grateful that our mother was able to live out the last months of her life in such a lovely and caring place. [Name removed] was wonderful about...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
New Beginnings Care Home New Beginnings Care Home is a senior care home located in the lively region of Beaverton, Oregon in the Washington County. Our home is specifically built for the care of seniors. We have customized our residence to satisfy the needs of our seniors in the best way...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A comfortable, immaculate home in a quiet residential neighborhood… An wheelchair accessible gazebo overlooking an English garden with rare perennials & 36 rose bushes, climbers & vines…Specializing in Dementia, Stroke, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ALS/MS, Brittle Diabetes, Colostomy, Tube...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Michele's Place - A Senior Care Home is a senior care home located in the Tualatin River Valley in Beaverton, Oregon, which is in Washington County. Our community is roughly seven miles west of the large, popular city of Portland. Beaverton is a wonderful place to live with an inviting atmosphere...
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My father was cared for at Cooper Mountain for 4 years. That is from 2008 - 2012 . He had dementia and other health issues, but the dementia is what made it impossible for him to remain at home . ...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Cooper Mountain Adult Care Home is a residential care home located in the tranquil city of Beaverton, Oregon, which is in Washington County. Our small community was named one of the best places to live in the state. Beaverton is a wonderful place to live with an inviting atmosphere for everyone...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Harvest Homes is located on 2 ½ acres in the historic St. Johns area of North Portland. We offer three different living situations for older adults: Assisted Living Apartments, Residential Care, and a Special Care Unit for those with Alzheimer ’s disease or other dementias. These different...
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My loved one is a resident at F.R.T Adult Care Home. This place is fantastic. The caregivers are wonderful. It's a smaller (5 person) home Assisted Living. The activities are lacking. Otherwise, everything...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
F.R.T. Adult Care Home is located close to Zoo ,St Vincent Hospital, and is easily accessed from Sylvan exit Highway26. This family home is clean and comfortable. The type of home many seniors are accustomed to. F.R.T. Adult Care Home's goal is to promote resident's independence, dignity,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Longevity Home Care is committed to provide an environment that enriches people's lives through quality of services in a home like setting . With our highly skilled certified care takers and unique setting we maximize the quality of life for our memory impaired residents. Our dedicated caregivers...
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When it came time to move my mother-in-law out of her home and closer to us we didn't think twice on where she would be best taken care of. The care and concern of the staff at Hearthstone of Murrayhill is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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.
At Hearthstone at Murrayhill, there is a warm, friendly atmosphere that's hard to miss.  One of our resdidents, Sharon Hubler says, "There's a different feeling about this whole place.  People talk to each other.  Friendship here is important." Whether you join in the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We would like to introduce to you “Magnolia”, Innovative Senior Living. Magnolia is a Level 3 Adult Foster Care Home located in the beautiful neighborhood of Garden Home in Southwest Portland, Oregon. We provide care for up to 5 residents in a home like setting. The overall goal of our adult...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Patton Villa Senior Care is a residential care community located in the city of Portland, Oregon in the county of Clackamas. It isn't uncommon for a resident of Patton Villa Senior Care to look out a window and briefly forget that they live in the middle of the capitol of Oregon. The reason is...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Orchard House Eldercare is a residential care home located in the beautiful city of Cornelius, Oregon, which is in Washington County. Our serene community is along the Tualatin Valley Highway. Cornelius is a great place to live with an inviting atmosphere for family and friends to enjoy when...
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I love the opportunity mom has had to make new friends. However, there has been lots of turnover of employees and staffing shortages, but I hear that is happening at a number of facilities in our area. And...
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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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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Pacific Care Home is a residential care home located in the active community of Tigard, Oregon in Washington County. Located just 10 miles south of Portland, the city of Tigard offers many exciting recreational activities for residents to enjoy. As part of the greater Portland metropolitan...
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Arbor Senior Living in Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon is a quiet memory care community with a country-like feel to it. Thanks to its bright, sunny setting, beautiful landscaping, majestic trees, and enticing courtyard, the community is one that offers all of the privacy and independence of a...
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I feel very fortunate to have found Golden Gate Adult Care. My husband is still there and I feel very secure that he's getting the best care. The owner and her staff are kind, they are helpful and the home...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Golden Gate Home Care is a senior care home that's located in Tigard, OR., Washington county. Within the residence, professional caregivers provide assistance to seniors within a group home setting. Oregon is a state that's known for its abundance of natural beauty. Generally the temperatures are...
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Cost of assisted living in Merle, OR

The average cost of senior living in Merle is $4,338 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Oswego, OR with an average of $4,314 per month.

Assisted living costs in Merle, OR, vs. nearby cities

Merle, OR
$4,338/mo
$4,356/mo

Assisted living costs in Merle, OR, vs. state and national averages

Merle, OR
$4,338/mo
$4,563/mo
U.S. national average
$4,564/mo

Assisted living costs in Merle, OR, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,338/mo
$5,073/mo

Assisted living costs in Merle, OR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,590/mo
Studio
$4,747/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,496/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,220/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,350/mo

Senior living costs in Merle vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Merle, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerle, OROregonU.S.
Assisted Living$4,338/mo$4,563/mo$4,564/mo
Memory Care$5,073/mo$4,939/mo$4,801/mo
Independent Living$4,131/mo$4,162/mo$4,022/mo
Assisted Living
Merle, OR:$4,338/mo
Oregon:$4,563/mo
U.S.:$4,564/mo
Memory Care
Merle, OR:$5,073/mo
Oregon:$4,939/mo
U.S.:$4,801/mo
Independent Living
Merle, OR:$4,131/mo
Oregon:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,022/mo
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Assisted living costs in Merle, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Merle and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Merle, OR

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Merle have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Merle, OR$6,333/mo$5,829/mo+8.6%
Oregon$6,132/mo$5,737/mo+6.9%
National$5,379/mo$5,132/mo+4.8%
Merle, OR
2024 average cost:$6,333/mo
2023 average cost:$5,829/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$6,132/mo
2023 average cost:$5,737/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
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2024 average cost:$5,379/mo
2023 average cost:$5,132/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merle, OR

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Merle.

What families are saying about assisted living in Merle

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merle

Cedar Hills in Portland, OR

4.5
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 ...
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Senior Haven in Portland, OR

5.0
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.

Jhoanna's Adult Care Home, LLC in Happy Valley, OR

4.9
Overall, my loved one is happy. We picked because this community, because of their ability to handle wound care and other needs for my loved one . I was impressed with the caregivers, positive attitude and the fact that they are easy to reach. They also respond immediaitely. I would recommend to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and friendly staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and warmth of the staff in their communities, with residents and families expressing appreciation for the compassionate care they receive. At Ciel of Cedar Mill, for example, the staff are described as 'friendly and personal', while at Edgewood Point Assis ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Reviews often highlight the diverse range of activities offered at senior living communities, from movie nights and games to religious services and outings to local attractions. At MorningStar of Beaverton, residents enjoy a 'lively atmosphere' with activities that keep them engaged and active ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Reviews frequently praise the quality of the food at various senior living communities. At Prestige Senior Living Beaverton Hills, for example, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, while the food at MorningStar of Beaverton is described as 'stellar'. Many residents look forward to me ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the common areas and residents' living spaces at senior living communities. At MorningStar of Beaverton, the facility is described as 'welcoming and friendly', while Brookdale Forest Grove residents appreciate the 'nice and clean' co ...
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Supportive and communicative care teams. Families express appreciation for the clear and consistent communication they receive from the care teams at their loved ones' communities. At Edgewood Point Assisted Living and Memory Care, for instance, the staff are praised for their 'help and support' in managing care needs, while Canfiel ...
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Access to medical care and services. Many reviews mention the ease of access to medical care and services at their loved ones' senior living communities, providing peace of mind for families and ensuring their loved ones receive the care they need. At Ciel of Cedar Mill, for instance, the facility offers both assisted living and ...
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Merle review score based on 155 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 155 reviews of 68 Merle assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merle review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Merle review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Merle, OR68 facilities
7.4
Hillsboro, OR72 facilities
6.8
North Plains, OR27 facilities

Review subcategories for Merle assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 155 reviews of 68 Merle assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Merle resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
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3.8
Friendliness
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3.9
Care services
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3.6
Staff
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3.8
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Merle assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merle assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merle, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Merle assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Merle that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
76.5%
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.4%
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.9%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.1%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.2%
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Merle assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Merle Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.3%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.2%
42%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merle assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Merle partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merle, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.6%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
38.2%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.4%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Merle assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Merle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
32.4%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merle assisted 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 assisted living communities in Merle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.5%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.9%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
19.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Merle

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Oregon assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Merle protect seniors.
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