Located just south of Portland in southeastern Washington County’s Tualatin Valley, Tigard is home to over 55,500 residents, including more than 8,000 seniors aged 65 or older. As a Portland suburb, big-city amenities are just minutes away, but Tigard has plenty to offer retirees. Outdoor lovers enjoy Tigard’s 300-acres of recreational area, including the butterfly garden at Cook Park. Seniors who enjoy Broadway shows can get their fill at the Broadway Rose Theater Company. Fresh food and homemade goodies abound at the Tigard Farmers Market, and every June, residents take flight during the hot air balloon festival.
Assisted living residences offer the ideal living arrangement for seniors who need extra help with daily activities but wish to remain independent in a safe, social environment. The average cost of assisted living in Tigard is $4,831 per month, slightly higher than the state average but much higher than the national average.
This guide provides details on assisted living in Tigard, including cost comparisons of alternate senior care options and average assisted living costs in other Oregon cities. It also provides an overview of the benefits and drawbacks of retiring in Tigard and lists several senior resources for free aging-related services.
15000 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR, 97224
3.5
(17)
"We went to the Bonaventure of Tigard. We toured the facility and looked at some rooms. It was fine. It was probably second on our list, but they didn't quite have the same level of services. We didn't think that they would have the assistance that..."
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12353 SW Grant Avenue, Tigard, OR, 97223
3.8
(8)
"Great place, caring staff... they do a difficult job with care and compassion "
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9355 S.W. McDonald St., Tigard, OR, 97224
4.5
(4)
"Woodland Heights was very clean. The staff was very nice, thorough, and they cared for the residents. The food was delicious. I saw some of the rooms, they're full, it was pleasant to look out of any window, and they have trees."
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11460 SW Viewmount Ln, Tigard, OR, 97223
4.0
(1)
"My husband is in Annabelle Adult Care Home. He's unable to walk or get out of bed so he could not participate in anything. The staff is very friendly when I've been there. They're always willing to help if he needed help. If he needs to be changed..."
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19200 SW 65th Avenue, Tualatin, OR, 97062
4.0
(38)
"Brookdale River Valley Tualatin was a nice place. My interaction with the staff was good. The menu and the dining area were very nice. The size of the rooms was good. The parking and the common areas were very nice. I just had a good feel for that..."
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17999 SE River Road, Milwaukie, OR, 97267
4.6
(18)
"We toured Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community. For us, the key feature is that it's very homey. You walk in and it feels more like somebody's home than an institution or a facility. We had lunch there, and the food was probably above averag..."
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7733 SW Scholls Ferry Rd, Beaverton, OR, 97008
4.8
(10)
"Edgewood Point Assisted Living was bright and clean. The person who gave us the tour was great. She could answer all of our questions and didn't ever seem hurried. They treat their residents like family, which is important when you're putting a fa..."
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8517 SE 17th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97202
5.0
(7)
"The most positive thing about my tour at Sellwood Senior Living was just how super friendly everybody was. From the staff to the residents, everybody had big smiles. It just seemed to be a very happy community. They had a painting class, and I saw..."
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11552 SW Lesser Rd., Portland, OR, 97219
3.9
(15)
"Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland was very nice. The lady who showed us around was very knowledgeable and very welcoming. The rooms were very clean. I saw a one-bedroom and it looked really pretty big. The studio looked a little small, but that's ..."
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18321 SW Pacific Hwy, Tualatin, OR, 97062
4.4
(9)
"Prestige Senior Living Riverwood was nice and clean. They had lots of nice activities on their calendar, like exercises, games, happy hours, and a Halloween costume party coming up. It looked like they had a variety of options for their meals. The..."
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17450 Pilkington Rd., Lake Oswego, OR, 97035
4.6
(7)
"My mom is in Oswego Place. She moved in a couple of weeks ago. It's just a good fit and it's close, so far so good. I am not there on a daily basis but my mom said she gets the care she needs. The location is good, the facility is nice, and the si..."
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23000 Horizon Dr, West Linn, OR, 97068
4.4
(8)
"We put down a deposit here to hold the place for my mom. I take her there for bingo, they let her come in and do things with the community so she can get used to it. It's a really nice place. They don't have independent living yet, so they have as..."
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4525 SW 99th Ave., Beaverton, OR, 97005
3.8
(12)
"Prestige Senior Living Beaverton Hills was nice. I liked it. It was very clean. It seemed homey. I like that the residents have their own apartments and they have them decorate their doors and windows to personalize them. The staff was very helpfu..."
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17395 Holy Names Drive, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034
3.8
(10)
"I liked everything about Mary's Woods. It's a very loving community, it's beautifully laid out, and the rooms were varied and nice. They have excellent amenities, and they're top quality. They're on the same campus as Marylhurst University, and an..."
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4 Greenridge Dr., Lake Oswego, OR, 97035
4.3
(3)
"My mother lived in three facilities throughout her lifetime. One in Seattle, another in Portland, and then Greenridge.. She by far enjoyed her time at Greenridge the most, which is where she eventually passed. The Tonack family could not have ..."
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14475 SW Barrows Road, Beaverton, OR, 97007
3.9
(7)
"I went to look at MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Beaverton. The facility was newer, modern, and updated. They had a lot of different activities. The people were really friendly. I got a sense of being like a family there with the..."
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6140 SW Boundary Street, Portland, OR, 97221
4.6
(25)
"We have recently moved our Mom to the Rose Schnitzer Manor Independent/Assisted living. We visited two other facilities which were similar in offerings and costs. We chose Rose Schnitzer for the Jewish care, location, beautiful gardens, food, and ..."
READ MORE14420 SW Farmington Rd., Beaverton, OR, 97005
4.4
(23)
"I am so impressed with staff and management at Farmington Square Beaverton, particularly during the last few days while my mother was being transferred into transitional memory care. Mom has lived there for the last 5 years in the main building, a..."
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10880 SW Davies Rd, Beaverton, OR, 97008
4.6
(19)
"My friend will be moving into Hearthstone at Murrayhill. The tour was very good and very thorough. They've got very nice floorplans. It's laid out very nicely. The amenities were pretty comprehensive. The facility was very clean, and the staff was..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities and residential care facilities in Tigard and across the state are licensed by the Oregon Department of Human Services, Office of Licensing and Regulatory Oversight. Every facility must be inspected once every two years to determine whether it’s being maintained and operated per the licensing rules.
According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in Tigard is $4,831. While this is only higher than the state average by $172 per month, it’s $531 higher than the national average.
With Tigard’s average cost of assisted living near the state average, it’s natural that it’s higher than some cities while being lower than others. Tigard’s average is $761 higher per month than Albany’s but only $433 higher than Salem’s. However, compared to Bend, it’s lower by $259 monthly and lower than Eugene by $599.
Tigard
$4,831
Oregon
$4,659
The United States
$4,300
Albany
$4,070
Salem
$4,398
Bend
$5,090
Eugene
$5,430
When comparing assisted living to other types of senior care, adult day health care is typically the lowest cost option. In Tigard, this care costs an average of $3,510 per month. Receiving senior care at home costs an average of $5,815 for homemaker services and $5,911 for home health aides. Nursing home facilities generally have the highest price tag and the most extensive services. Semiprivate rooms run about $10,083 in Tigard, and private rooms average $12,349 per month.
Homemaker Services
$5,815
Home Health Aide
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$3,510
Assisted Living Facility
$4,831
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,083
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$12,349
Oregon is one of five states to offer a 1915(k) option, also known as a K Plan, K Option, or, in Oregon, the Community First Choice plan. This benefit, offered through Medicaid, helps eligible low-income seasons to pay for their assisted living and other care costs.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Oregon page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Oregon page.
Seniors in assisted living residences and other senior care facilities will find many free resources in Tigard that help them remain active and socializing. Government entities and nonprofit groups provide various services from transportation to legal assistance to ensure seniors remain safe and have a high quality of life.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services | (855) 673-2372 | Washington County DAVS provides programs and services to ensure seniors aged 60 or older, persons with disabilities and veterans have access to what they need to enhance their quality of life. It connects persons with limited incomes to key benefits and helps seniors make long-term care decisions. It also advises veterans and their families on how to get all the benefits and services they’re legally entitled to receive. |
| Legal Assistance | (503) 640-4115 | Washington County residents aged 60 and older may qualify for free legal services through the Oregon Law Center. OLC provides free legal services on civil matters to low-income individuals but provides some services to seniors regardless of income through a grant with Washington County DAVS. Legal assistance covers long-term care issues, health care, defense of guardianship, problems with Social Security, housing and prevention of neglect, abuse or exploitation. |
| Ride Connection | (503) 226-0700 | Ride Connection is a nonprofit organization that provides transportation services to ensure continued mobility for people in the Portland metro and Washington County. It offers various transportation options, primarily to older adults and disabled individuals. Destinations can include doctors’ offices, shopping, community centers, recreation or anywhere riders need to go within the service area. There’s no charge for most services but donations are accepted. |
| Tigard Senior Center | (503) 620-4613 | The Tigard Senior Center is the hub of senior activity and offers a wide array of activities for local seniors. It schedules numerous social events, activities and classes, and has a gift shop and congregate meals. |
| Oregon Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (503) 378-6533 | The LTC Ombudsman office provides three programs throughout Oregon, including its traditional program and Residential Facilities Ombudsman and Oregon Public Guardian programs. Each program is designed to advocate for residents in long-term care and residential facilities, including assisted living, and protect their rights. |
Tigard-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Oregon are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Oregon page for more information about these laws.
