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Memory care in Polk County offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Polk County is about $5,367 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 146 communities, read 2222 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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I cannot say enough great things about the care and compassion my mother receives at this facility. I highly recommend Avamere at Newberg.
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.
Avamere at Newberg is conveniently located off Highway 99, in close proximity to George Fox University. Nestled in one of Newberg’s finest residential areas, our community has access to main roads leading to larger cities such as Portland, Hillsboro and McMinnville.Avamere at Sandy offers three...
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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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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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.
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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.
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I would tell others that I have had a good experience here so far and I would recommend that others look into it. The staff members have been wonderful.
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.
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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.
Jennings McCall Center has more than 80 years experience caring for the needs of seniors, offering all levels of care. Located on 15 park-like acres, the Center offers spacious studio, and 1 & 2 bedroom apartments in both the retirement & assisted living centers. All retirement...
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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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They are fine so far. It's clean, and the staff is friendly. There are no complaints about food. There aren't any concerns at all. It's working out well so far. I would rate them highly.
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.
We here at Inspired Senior Living of Hillsboro, in Hillsboro OR, are proud of our multifaceted care facility. The left-wing is designed for residents with dementia or memory problems. Behavioral management and a higher level of specialized care are available in our left-wing. Open access is the...
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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.
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Photo of Brookside Memory Care
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.
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 Cogir of Tigard, we believe in an active and fulfilling retirement lifestyle. Our dedicated team handles your daily responsibilities, allowing you to enjoy your day with peace of mind. Our personalized Assisted Living and Memory Care services cater to each individual’s needs, making it easy to...
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The Pearl at Kruse Way is a very nice place, overall! The facility itself is well kept and clean, and the staff all seem very friendly and professional! I do wish they were a bit more proactive when it comes...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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It is a supportive environment. The staff are friendly, caring,and diligent. The food is good. The apartment is a good size, it is comfortable, and it is clean. The people who live there are friendly,...
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.
Meadows Courtyard Inc is an assisted living community located in beautiful Oregon City, Oregon. If you are looking for a comfortable and secure place to call home, then look no further than Meadows Courtyard Inc. Oregon City is at the junction of the Willamette and Clackamas Rivers making it...

Cost of memory care in Polk County, OR

The average cost of senior living in Polk County is $5,367 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Turner, OR with an average of $5,012 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Polk County, OR vs. nearby counties

Polk County, OR
$5,367/mo
$5,382/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Polk County, OR vs. the state and national average

Polk County, OR
$5,367/mo
$5,107/mo
U.S. national average
$4,894/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Polk County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,367/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Polk County, OR by room type

Semi-Private
$6,143/mo
Studio
$5,704/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,535/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,211/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,171/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Polk County over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Polk County

Recent reviews for memory care in Polk County

Prestige Senior Living Five Rivers in Tillamook, OR

5.0
My mom received exceptional care. I highly recommend the facility. We picked this community because it was the only one in the area.

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.

Holi Senior Living in Hillsboro, OR

4.8
They seem to specialize in memory care and assisted living. Very friendly staff, easy to communicate with. They are all very nice people. Memory care residents have their own private bed & bath, not very large, but kept clean by housekeeping. There is a secure patio/walk area, for outdoor ...
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Polk County review score based on 431 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 431 reviews of 139 Polk County memory care 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 memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

7.7
Polk County, OR139 facilities
7.8
Falls City, OR118 facilities
8.4
Dallas, OR6 facilities

Review subcategories for Polk County memory care

When memory care 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 431 reviews of 139 Polk County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Polk County resident and family memory care 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
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Polk County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk County memory care 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 memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care 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
81.3%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.7%
48.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.7%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.4%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.1%
28.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54%
61.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Polk County memory care

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 Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.1%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.2%
46.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.1%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polk County memory care

Memory care 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
17.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.8%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
46.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.7%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Polk County memory care

Our memory care 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
33.8%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.8%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
47.5%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polk County memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care 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
70.5%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.6%
33.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.6%
54.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.5%
51.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.4%
61.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.6%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.9%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.6%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.6%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
69.1%
48%
Dances
Dances
42.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.9%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Lakeview Senior Living, Canfield Place and SpringRidge at Charbonneau are the top-rated memory care facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See full list of communities.

There are 146 memory care facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Polk County, Oregon are Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland and Brookdale Forest Grove. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 146 memory care facilities near you in Polk County, Oregon typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Polk County, Oregon, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Polk County, Oregon, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Polk County, Oregon ranges from $1225 to $15088. The average Memory Care cost in Polk County, Oregon is $5,367. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Polk County, Oregon typically starts at $1225. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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