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Photo of Lakeview Senior Living
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It was a perfect transition from rehabilitation hospital ( several months) back to the real world. While at Lakeview, my sister-in-law was busy, engaged, and began advocating for herself . She gradually...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Lakeview Senior Living in Lakewood, Colorado, just 15 minutes west of Denver, residents can choose the size of apartment that best suits their needs, from a 473-square foot studio apartment , or two different plans for one bedroom/one bath apartments, or two sizes of two bedroom two bath...
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The most incredible experience and such a gift to have my moms last months of life spent there. Staff cried when she passed. They treated her with such love and respect. The apartment was stunning, clean and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Photo of Faye Wright Senior Living
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55 Floor plans available
8.7
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I don't take lightly the ratings I gave you for the 8 categories. I love Faye Wright's Memory Care, but, more importantly my mom, [Name removed] loves being at Faye Wright's. She been there the first part of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Faye Wright Senior Living offers a community style setting allowing residents the luxury of knowing a trained staff member is always close by, ready and willing to help. At Fay Wright Senior Living it is our belief that life should be enriching. Our policy is to provide great food, life-enriching...
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Photo of Cherrywood Memory Care
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We have been very happy with my Aunts placement at Cherrywood! They have all been so caring and attentive to her care. The activities they offer for residents to get out, and options for activities while...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Going through the journey of Alzheimer's disease is complicated. This knowledge was the inspiration for the design and completion of The Cherrywood. From the moment you arrive you will notice the difference that sets The Cherrywood apart from all other communities. As you walk in the parking lot...
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Their food could be less sweet. There is a lot of staff turnover. They did go out of their way to get [Name Removed] entered the second time. They sent a nurse out to enroll him.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Prestige Senior Living Southern Hills (A) Salem, OR Prestige Senior Living Southern Hills offers assisted living services on the outskirts of Salem, the state capital of Oregon. Salem is home to Willamette University as well as popular dining and shopping venues. For residents who want to...
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Photo of Regent Court
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The staff were always polite and helpful. They responded to any concerns we had. The fact that they don't have any private rooms might be a concern for some. I was concerned about it, but it turned out to be...
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.
Regent Court is a senior living community located in the city of Corvallis, Oregon in the county of Benton. Seniors living at Regent Court always feel secure knowing that the Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center is just one block away from their community. This ensures that seniors always have...
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I am so grateful to have found this place, My mom has done so much better since we moved him from a nursing facility and the staff is amazing. [name removed] the owner is always available to talk with us and...
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.
Chestnut House is a senior care home that's located in Portland, OR., Multnomah county. At this home, professional caregivers provide compassionate assistance and care to seniors within a group home setting. The scenery in Oregon is picturesque and grand. Nicknamed 'The Rose City', Portland is...
Photo of Silver Creek Senior Living
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5 - my father, in his diminished capacity, is a handful and I admire the way they are able to redirect him and head off the behavioral issues.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Silver Creek Senior Living, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Woodburn area. We are located in the Willamette...
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Photo of Emerald Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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All the staff treat you like family, they always speak but most of all they care about the residents there! It's always clean! They have a lot of activities for the residents and some we get to enjoy with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nestled on acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet residential area, Emerald Gardens is one of Woodburn's premiere senior living communities located at the heart of the Willamette Valley. Your Home. We are a community where you have a sense of place and belonging. Our residents have...
Photo of Avamere at Hillsboro
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Best location, beautiful memory, care, incredible staff. It just felt right from the moment I walked in and the tour made me sure of my decision.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
In the Assisted Living apartment building, 24 hour care services are available to residents. A licensed nurse is present in the community during the weekday, and is only a phone call away for consultation at anytime.
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Photo of Bonaventure of Tigard
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
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We had toured several other facilities that I liked a lot, but unfortunately, my sister didn't. This was the first one that felt like home to her the minute she first walked in. The on boarding process was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Photo of The Ackerly at Sherwood
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My mother has recently moved into the memory care side of the Merrill Gardens building. The staff who take care of the people there are doing everything that they can to make her feel at home-they do a great...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
SENIOR LIVING IN SHERWOOD, OREGONThe Ackerly at Sherwood is a senior living community in the heart of Sherwood, Oregon, offering a continuum of care services that includes independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.
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Photo of Holi Senior Living
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Staff= most of them very friendly, very attentive but corporate has come in recently and set up shop and those people don't smile, they seem very unapproachable but the day to day staff are wonderful and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Photo of Regency Park Place at Corvallis
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Small community atmosphere. Very welcoming. Many activities. No stairs and no elevators. Nice walking paths around the property. Very close to the main hospital, clinics, and the bulk of the Drs offices....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome home to Regency Park Place at Corvallis. Our community offers Retirement and Assisted Living services in a quaint, homelike environment. Our community has 46 apartments all on one level. We offer spacious studio and one bedroom apartments with patios. Regency Park Place provides ...
Photo of Fircrest Senior Living
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The staff are very caring and kind, which we truly appreciate. There have been a few times where communication could have been a bit better, and we've occasionally needed to follow up on housekeeping to make...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Assisted Care At FirCrest you will find apartments that are warm, spacious and inviting. Our studio and one bedroom apartments are specially designed to encourage the feeling of home. FirCrest is designed for those seniors who want to enjoy the comforts of home while getting the support they...
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Photo of Maple Valley Memory Care
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What I can say is out of all the rest homes I have been to with my husband as a patient Maple Valley is by far the best because the person in charge is there interacting with the patients and the people that...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
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Photo of Prestige Senior Living West Hills
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5 stars. The staff and care exceeds expectations food and room are great. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for themselves or a loved one.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Prestige Senior Living West Hills (A) Corvallis, OR Prestige Senior Living West Hills is an assisted living community located in Corvallis Oregon. Corvallis provides all of the advantages to living near a university yet retains in small town charm. We are located just a few miles from the Oregon...
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Photo of Country Meadows Village
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This is reasonably priced and the staff I deal with are accommodating. They have our apts cleaned weekly and keep the common areas clean. We have out of town guest preform some sort of music in the central...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Country Meadows Village Retirement Community is located in the vibrant and beautiful community of Woodburn, Oregon. Our picturesque retirement village is located on beautifully lush and sprawling grounds filled with garden paths and well-maintained and groomed topiaries. Only a short ride away...
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Everything is going good. My aunt is doing good there. She's thriving much more than she was at home so thank you. I would recommend the facility. They've been very good to me and my aunt.
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.
Bridgecreek Memory Care is a Sapphire Health Services community, specializing in Alzheimer's and dementias. We are a cozy 58 bed community with a large, secured, outdoor area for our residents to walk and participate in outdoor gardening, birdwatching or socializing.Bridgecreek utilizes our...
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Photo of The Oaks at Lebanon
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My mother in law moved into the independent residence part of the Oaks at Lebanon a few years ago. After about six months she transferred to the Assisted Living side. The staff and administrators are great....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Oaks at Lebanon is an independent and assisted living community in Lebanon, Oregon. Lebanon is a charming city, located outside of Salem and highly regarded for its high quality of life. Home to the World's Largest Strawberry Shortcake Festival, Lebanon is a fun and vibrant city with nearly...
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Photo of Willamette Manor
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Willamette Manor was a good experience. Friendly staff. They all truly appear to enjoy their work and the residents are treated like family.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Willamette Manor is a Stand-Alone 42 Unit Non-Profit Assisted Living Facility in Lebanon, Oregon, that has been serving area residents for almost 90 years.Our mission is to provide quality services with traditional values to seniors and disabled persons in our community.We're a community where...
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Photo of Oswego Place Assisted Living Community
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In the interview they seemed friendly and able to. Handle my care needs. I would recommend, only if they are promently independent and not needing assisted living or more over sight.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Oswego Place Assisted Living. Life is good here in our community, and we like...
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The Stratford has beautiful facilities, full menu in dining room, lots of activities. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Among The Best Of Retirement Communities In Lake Oswego, OROur facility ranks among the best retirement communities in Oregon, creating a relaxing, yet active environment. We have an experienced, friendly staff to suit your needs, as well as a variety of activities and amenities to keep you...
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I have been in both assisted living and independent living. The staff is wonderful, the food varies. They run out of things sometimes, like crackers, milk, ice cream. Looking for a new chef. I'm heading back...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Photo of Regency Woodland
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Thankful to have moved my dad to Regency Woodland in Salem. They seem to have more caring and consistent staff and definitely help to keep my dad's apartment clean and keep a close eye on him.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Regency Woodland's assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home, yet don't need...
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Cost of assisted living in Polk County, OR

The average cost of senior living in Polk County is $6,291 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Benton County, OR with an average of $5,869 per month.

Assisted living costs in Polk County, OR, vs. nearby counties

Polk County, OR
$6,291/mo

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

Polk County, OR
$6,291/mo
$6,983/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Polk County, OR, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,291/mo
$7,305/mo

Assisted living costs in Polk County, OR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,335/mo
Studio
$4,511/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,848/mo

Senior living costs in Polk County 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: Polk County, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typePolk County, OROregonU.S.
Assisted Living$6,291/mo$6,983/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,305/mo$8,536/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,014/mo$3,354/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Polk County, OR:$6,291/mo
Oregon:$6,983/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Polk County, OR:$7,305/mo
Oregon:$8,536/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Polk County, OR:$3,014/mo
Oregon:$3,354/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Polk County, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Polk County 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 Polk County, OR

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Polk County 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 average 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
Polk County, OR$6,351/mo$5,940/mo+6.9%
Oregon$5,833/mo$5,473/mo+6.6%
National$5,210/mo$4,899/mo+6.4%
Polk County, OR
2024 average cost:$6,351/mo
2023 average cost:$5,940/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$5,833/mo
2023 average cost:$5,473/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,210/mo
2023 average cost:$4,899/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Polk County, 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 Polk County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Polk County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Polk County

Blue Haven RCF - Dallas

4.0
My sister lives in Blue Haven. She has been there for about three years. She now receives hospice and this facility continues to give her loving care.

Anice Place Adult Foster Home, LLC in Albany, OR

4.7
I am very happy with the community. They could improve on the quality of the food. Overall, I would recommend to ther families.

McMinnville Memory Care

5.0
The people working at Pacifica are the best. They are all caring, loving and patient. I would never want to leave. The food is delicious (according to my mom) and nutritious and I've noticed that the menu is varied and has nice things like fresh fruit.

Polk County review score based on 173 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 173 reviews of 6 Polk County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Polk County 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

Polk County review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Polk County, OR6 facilities
8.6
Yamhill County, OR13 facilities
8.4
Marion County, OR30 facilities

Review subcategories for Polk County 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 173 reviews of 6 Polk County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Polk County 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.
Polk County, OR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.4
Friendliness
4.1
4.5
Care services
3.7
4.3
Staff
4.2
4.6
Meals & dining
3.9
4.2
Activities
3.8
4.3
Value for cost*
3.6
4.3
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Polk County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polk County, 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 Polk County 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 Polk County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52.4%
45.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.6%
29.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
49.7%
49.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.5%
26.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.4%
41.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.4%
46%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Polk County 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 Polk County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.4%
44.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.3%
28.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.8%
35.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
12%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polk County 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 Polk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.8%
24%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35%
35.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
32.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.9%
32%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.5%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Polk County 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 Polk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.1%
37.1%
Room service
Room service
41.5%
32.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.2%
15.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polk County 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 Polk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polk County, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.4%
40.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.4%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.7%
26.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.6%
43.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.2%
43.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49%
45.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.8%
36.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.3%
31.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
33.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.8%
40.9%
Live performances
Live performances
46.4%
41%
Dances
Dances
27.8%
26.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.4%
40.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Polk County

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 Polk County protect seniors.
Learn about Oregon assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Jefferson Lodge, The Iris Memory Care and Retirement Cottages and Heron Pointe Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 192 assisted living facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See the full list.
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The best assisted living facility near you in Polk County, Oregon is Brookdale Forest Grove. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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