Oregon is located on the West Coast in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Oregon is nicknamed the “Beaver State,” due to the large number of the animals that called the state home when the fur traders and pioneers first arrived. Oregon is a pacific playground with over 360 miles of beaches and more than 30 million acres of forest. Its larger cities like Portland and the college town of Eugene are vibrant and eclectic places with plenty of activity. Oregon’s majestic natural beauty combined with its relatively mild temperatures make the state a great place to call home and a wonderful location to retire.
Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 100 retirement communities in Oregon that offer independent living. The median monthly cost of independent living in Oregon is about $2,400.
This is a lovely facility. The staff is great. From front office to the kitchen staff and servers in the dining room. The maintenance has been terrific! I love my view. This was the best move for me at this...
[removed name] and [removed name] are amazing! I toured this facility to place my mother in a safe environment and the redwood heights staff are ever so accommodating in every way! I work in healthcare and...
A 5 for all categories. The family has been happy with Lakeview. Caring staff, cleanliness and our overall experience getting our family member settled in the facility. My mother in law had Medicaid and...
Brookdale has provided exceptional care since my father‘s arrival. Staff members have been consistently friendly, and attentive from the moment he moved in. Despite his several health issues, we have seen...
Maintenance can also be a challenge; requests aren't always addressed in a timely manner. The community has a very friendly atmosphere, and it's easy to make connections with others. Unfortunately, the food...
You gotta leave everyone who works here. Everyone from the admin to the caregivers treat everyone with such respect and kindness. The place is a bouqitue senior living unlike these commercial communties you...
I would say 5 for all the categories, with the exception of #5. But I will note that Mom doesn't take part in many of the activities due to her age and some health restrictions. Also, I don't really have a...
Apartment is large (1138 sf), and is well laid out with a complete kitchen 2 bedrooms w/ walking closets and 2 baths. Large island in kitchen area, patio, and full size W/D not stacked. Food is great, with...
[removed name] and [removed name] are amazing! I toured this facility to place my mother in a safe environment and the redwood heights staff are ever so accommodating in every way! I work in healthcare and...
They worked with us to ensure that the timing for our move was convenient. One of the administrators called me to report that he was concerned about my mother's adjustment. I appreciated that care. A driving...
All of my interactions with staff has been positive. Activities are in abundance. My sister participates in the art (who would've known), loves the special singers, church and variety of games they play. The...
My mom is very happy there and she went into it very skeptical. They definitely want her over and our whole family. It has been a really good move for my mom. The staff and residents have all been wonderful....
5s across all categories! Wonderful place. Delightful and helpful Ladies at the front desk. My husband reports staff, nurses, kitchen/dining room staff, helpers, fix it guys are all nice. Always take a...
Independent living facilities in Oregon are not regulated by a state agency, but they must abide by local rental regulations. However, if an independent living facility shares a campus with an assisted living facility, then the assisted living unit must follow Oregon assisted living requirements.
Stand-alone independent living communities are treated the same as any ordinary apartment complex in Oregon. Therefore, independent living landlords must adhere to the state’s residential landlord and tenant regulations and provide the following to residents:[01]
Independent living residents must also adhere to their tenant duties, which include maintaining a clean, sanitary environment, using appliances in a reasonable manner, and following any requirements in their lease.[01]
Oregon independent living communities must also comply with the federal Fair Housing Act and American with Disabilities Act (ADA). This means landlords cannot discriminate due to a resident’s disability and they must provide reasonable accommodations and modifications to allow them the same rights as each resident.
A reasonable accommodation is a change in rules, policies, practices, or procedures to allow a resident with a disability an equal opportunity to use and enjoy their unit. Examples of reasonable accommodations include:[02]
A reasonable modification is a structural change to a resident’s unit or shared spaces in the community. It can offer residents with disabilities easier access. Examples of reasonable modifications include:[02]
Oregon Public Health Division
800 NE Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: 971-673-1222
Email: DirectorsOffice@odhsoha.oregon.gov
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The state of Oregon doesn’t make independent living rental inspection reports available online. However, the general public can submit a public record request and ask for an inspection report of a specific independent living community. Do note that you’ll have to pay a request fee.
If the Oregon Public Records Request Team doesn’t have the inspection report you seek, you can contact your city’s or county’s local housing authority for more information.
Oregon Revised Statutes, Residential Landlord and Tenant § 90 (1995 & rev. 2023).
Disability Rights Oregon. (2008). Fair housing handbook: reasonable accommodations and modifications.
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