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Assisted Living Communities in Tigard, Oregon

Located in the southwest of Oregon's Portland metropolitan area, Tigard and the surrounding area offers 65 assisted living facilities for retirees who need help with daily care needs. These communities charge approximately $6,370 in 2024, raising seniors' living expenses well above Oregon's $5,825 median and the $5,350 rate retirees pay nationwide.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Tigard, OR and Nearby Cities

Although Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey highlights a $545 higher-than-usual median rate for assisted living in Tigard compared to the state norm, care remains relatively expensive in most other cities throughout Oregon. Seniors do save $820 by moving from Tigard to Salem, and care costs $725 less in Eugene. However, retirees pay $400 more for assisted living if they relocate from Tigard to Grants Pass.

Tigard

$6,370

Oregon

$5,825

United States

$5,350

Salem

$5,550

Eugene

$5,645

Grants Pass

$6,770

Paying for Assisted Living in Tigard

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Tigard

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.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

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

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Oregon page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Tigard, OR

Expenses in Tigard differ widely by the type of senior care, with assisted living occupying the middle of the spectrum. Home health care offers a more budget-friendly option than assisted living, shaving $1,603 off monthly expenses while providing extra medical services. However, seniors needing the most intensive medical support pay $8,200 more than assisted living for a semi-private room in a nursing home.

Home Health Care

$4,767

Assisted Living Facility

$6,370

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$14,570

Note: Since data for Tigard is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Portland, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Tigard

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.

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Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services(855) 673-2372Washington 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) 640-4115Washington 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) 226-0700Ride 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) 620-4613The 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) 378-6533The 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.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Tigard

Assisted 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.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Tigard

  • The overall cost of living in Tigard is higher than the national average by more than 26% and about 13% higher than the state average. However, health care, a common expense of aging adults, is about 3% lower than the state average and nearly 15% less than the national average.
  • Retirees in Tigard and throughout Oregon enjoy untaxed Social Security benefits and Railroad Retirement benefits. Unfortunately, other retirement income is usually taxed, but seniors aged 62 or older may qualify for a retirement income credit.
  • Oregon is one of only five states that don’t charge state sales tax. Since counties and municipalities also don’t charge sales tax, residents benefit from tax-free purchases statewide.
  • Violent crime in Tigard is rated 15.4 on a scale of one to 100, with one being the lowest, which is lower than the state average of 17.7. It’s also lower than the national average of 22.7. Property crime in Tigard is rated at 42, lower than the state average of 43.4 but higher than the national average of 35.4. However, most assisted living communities have security measures in place to keep residents safe.
  • The most pleasant months in Tigard are July, August and September when many parts of the country are at their hottest. August is Tigard’s hottest month, which only has an average high of about 81. The coldest month is December, which has an average low of 36. Tigard only receives about two inches of snow per year, making sidewalks easier to navigate for those with ambulatory assistive devices.
  • Tigard doesn’t have a local hospital, but there’s a top-rated facility less than four miles away in Tualatin. Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center is regionally ranked #9 in Oregon and rated top performing in seven adult procedures and conditions. There are also several top-notch hospitals between five and seven miles away in Portland, including nationally ranked adult and children’s hospitals at OHSU.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Tigard

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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Dan2022

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

Review of Bonaventure of Tigard

Our mother lived in assisted living here for a number of years (both before and after the commencement of the pandemic). She moved out earlier this year because she required a higher level of...

Provider response

We're sorry for your experience with our community. As you stated, the pandemic was a challenging situation, especially in regards to staffing. We want the best team members for our residents, and...

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Assisted Living

Linda

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

Review of Annabelle Adult Care Home

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...

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Assisted Living

Linda

I visited this facility

Review of Bonaventure of Tigard

I like Bonaventure of Tigard. But I didn't choose it because it was a foster home that only fosters five residents. I thought that's a little big for the care that my husband needed. The staff that...

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