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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gresham, OR for 2024

A suburb of Portland, Gresham, OR, is home to 113,103 people, of whom around 14% are seniors 65 and up. Across the nation, there are 6.5 million people over 65 living with Alzheimer's or another type of dementia. This figure is expected to increase to almost 13 million by 2050. Between 2000 and 2019, Alzheimer's related deaths have more than doubled. In Gresham, deaths related to Alzheimer's rose by 17.26% between 2016 and 2020, at a higher rate than total deaths, which increased by only 12.18%.

Residential dementia care helps reduce accidents and hospitalizations in people with Alzheimer's. Memory care helps slow cognitive decline through research-backed interventions. It also offers personal care to residents, helping them with daily tasks like bathing, managing medication and transferring to and from mobility devices. This guide talks about the cost of memory care in Gresham and the low-cost resources available to seniors in the city.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Gresham

In 2018, there were an estimated 65,000 people age 65 and older in Oregon with Alzheimer's disease, and this number is expected to increase by 29.2 percent by the year 2025. In the city of Gresham, seniors in this age group account for almost 13 percent of the population

For families seeking memory care services in the area, there are over 30 different memory care facilities available in Gresham and nearby towns, such as Beaverton and Troutdale. In Gresham and throughout Oregon, the Oregon Department of Human Services licenses memory care facilities as assisted living facilities (ALFs), residential care facilities (RCFs) or nursing facilities. All facilities offering memory care services in Oregon must receive a special endorsement on their licenses and follow state-specific rules for providing memory care.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Gresham

 

  • Gresham's climate may limit how much time seniors want to spend outside. Situated just east of Portland, Gresham gets more than its fair share of clouds and rain. On average, around 48 inches of rain cascade down on Gresham annually, while the city enjoys only about 144 days of sunshine in a given year.
  • For seniors living in Gresham, as in the rest of Oregon, the main tax benefit is that the state does not tax Social Security income. However, other types of retirement income are taxable.  
  • Although the city of Gresham is more affordable than nearby Portland, its living costs may still be a barrier for seniors on a budget. Overall, Gresham's cost of living is almost 25 percent above the national average. More affordable communities in the region include Springfield, Oregon, with living costs that are only 6 percent above the U.S. average. 
  • When considering a memory care facility in Gresham, families may want to inquire about the crime rate of the neighborhood where the facility is located. With an incidence of 31 crimes per 1,000 residents, Gresham's crime rate, while comparable to cities of a similar size, is higher than the national average. Across the U.S., 83 percent of cities are considered safer than Gresham.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Gresham

Memory Care costs in Gresham start around $5,670 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Gresham and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Oregon

Clackamas

$6,970

Happy Valley

$6,474

Sandy

$6,395

Portland

$6,109

US

$5,694

Gresham

$5,670

Troutdale

$5,360

Milwaukie

$4,953

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Gresham

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Oregon page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Oregon page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Gresham

Gresham and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Gresham, please visit our Memory Care in Oregon page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Gresham

Gresham-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Oregon are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Oregon page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Robin

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Farmington Square - Gresham

My husband is in Farmington Square - Gresham. It has been wonderful. They keep me in contact with everything, and they take him to and from doctors' appointments and make sure his medications are...

Provider response

Thank you so much for your kind words about Farmington Square! We are thrilled to hear that your husband is enjoying his time with us and that our staff are providing him with the care and support...

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We-Care

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Farmington Square - Gresham

Our initial tour and meeting @Farmington were pleasant and we were convinced that they really have the passion and care for their residents. The move-in process was chaotic!!! Granted it was...

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Judi

I visited this facility

Review of The Cottages Senior Living

The staff at The Cottages Senior Living was amazing. They answered all my questions, and I was able to ask them questions. They were right on top of everything. They treat the residents very well....

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