The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities Facilities in Vancouver, WA for 2023
Vancouver is a large city with over 190,000 residents, making it the fourth-most populous city in Washington. Despite its large senior community, which makes up about 16% of the population, the rate of Alzheimer’s-related deaths is dropping. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that between 2016 and 2020, the percentage of deaths in the region attributed to Alzheimer’s dropped by half a percentage point, even though the total number of deaths went up by 23%.
Providing dementia care to someone with mild to moderate dementia can be challenging, and many Vancouver families turn to residential memory care facilities that offer a caring, therapeutic environment. There, residents can enjoy nutritious daily meals, have personalized care plans and participate in failure-free, engaging social and recreational activities. Facilities also offer secured outdoor spaces where residents can safely explore walking paths and gardens.
This guide provides in-depth information on memory care in Vancouver, highlighting how local care costs compare to rates in other Washington cities and giving an overview of resources available to seniors and families affected by dementia.
Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Vancouver, WA
Cogir of Vancouver
10011 NE 118th Avenue, Vancouver, WA, 98682
The staff (both leadership and caretakers) seem to genuinely care about the residents. My family member was wanting to go back home since he was kept so busy with fun activities in memory care. They a
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The staff (both leadership and caretakers) seem to genuinely care about the residents. My family member was wanting to go back home since he was kept so busy with fun activities in memory care. They are very communicative. We appreciate them greatly.
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The staff (both leadership and caretakers) seem to genuinely care about the residents. My family member was wanting to go back home since he was kept so busy with fun activities in memory care. They a
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The staff (both leadership and caretakers) seem to genuinely care about the residents. My family member was wanting to go back home since he was kept so busy with fun activities in memory care. They are very communicative. We appreciate them greatly.
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Cogir of Glenwood Place
5500 NE 82nd Ave, Vancouver, WA, 98662
My friend is at Cogir of Glenwood Place. He’s only been there for a few months and they’ve already increased the fees in the memory care unit. And then there is a fee increase for living in the enviro
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My friend is at Cogir of Glenwood Place. He’s only been there for a few months and they’ve already increased the fees in the memory care unit. And then there is a fee increase for living in the environment which is going to happen on his one-year anniversary, and that rate’s going to go up 9%. That’s one of the reasons for needing to move him out of there because of those fees.
I had a problem trying to get ahold of the person that does the billing because there were services that he was not getting. I left a message and waited for 3 days, but I didn’t hear anything. After 4 days of calling back and leaving messages to return my call, he finally returned my call. It turned out that their new billing system was different from what they were using for 20 years because they had just recently been bought out. The bill was down to where I needed it to be. So, that was not a good introduction for me, but I’ve had no issues since. I don’t know whether they don’t have enough worker bees at this point. If you press, you can get what you want.
There’s not been a lot of consistency with the services he is getting, like showers he is not getting and toenails never getting clipped. They dump the laundry with everybody else’s. Some clothes are always missing. Oftentimes, his room is not clean. Sometimes, he is not appropriately dressed. He’ll have four pairs of socks on.
On the other hand, he seems to be happy enough there. He has people that talk with him. When he wants to call his wife, they’re very good about dialing the phone number and giving it to him and making sure that he can call her whenever he wants. The environment is absolutely clean. It’s beautiful inside that facility. Their safety for their residents is very evident. Their doors are locked. During the summertime, they have an outside area with picnic tables. When a family wants to come to visit, they can go outside there with gated locks. It’s a very nice facility. I don’t see anybody screaming or yelling. I don’t see unhappy people when I’m over there. The people at the front desk are very helpful in getting you where you need to go, which is always greatly appreciated.
They have somebody that will come in and sing. They do exercises in the morning. They have a bus that will take them on a ride to various places.
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My friend is at Cogir of Glenwood Place. He’s only been there for a few months and they’ve already increased the fees in the memory care unit. And then there is a fee increase for living in the enviro
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My friend is at Cogir of Glenwood Place. He’s only been there for a few months and they’ve already increased the fees in the memory care unit. And then there is a fee increase for living in the environment which is going to happen on his one-year anniversary, and that rate’s going to go up 9%. That’s one of the reasons for needing to move him out of there because of those fees.
I had a problem trying to get ahold of the person that does the billing because there were services that he was not getting. I left a message and waited for 3 days, but I didn’t hear anything. After 4 days of calling back and leaving messages to return my call, he finally returned my call. It turned out that their new billing system was different from what they were using for 20 years because they had just recently been bought out. The bill was down to where I needed it to be. So, that was not a good introduction for me, but I’ve had no issues since. I don’t know whether they don’t have enough worker bees at this point. If you press, you can get what you want.
There’s not been a lot of consistency with the services he is getting, like showers he is not getting and toenails never getting clipped. They dump the laundry with everybody else’s. Some clothes are always missing. Oftentimes, his room is not clean. Sometimes, he is not appropriately dressed. He’ll have four pairs of socks on.
On the other hand, he seems to be happy enough there. He has people that talk with him. When he wants to call his wife, they’re very good about dialing the phone number and giving it to him and making sure that he can call her whenever he wants. The environment is absolutely clean. It’s beautiful inside that facility. Their safety for their residents is very evident. Their doors are locked. During the summertime, they have an outside area with picnic tables. When a family wants to come to visit, they can go outside there with gated locks. It’s a very nice facility. I don’t see anybody screaming or yelling. I don’t see unhappy people when I’m over there. The people at the front desk are very helpful in getting you where you need to go, which is always greatly appreciated.
They have somebody that will come in and sing. They do exercises in the morning. They have a bus that will take them on a ride to various places.
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Cogir at The Quarry
415 SE 177th Ave, Vancouver, WA, 98683
We offer multiple levels of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care as well as Parkinson’s Care. We have a variety of amenities as well dining options.
We offer multiple levels of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care as well as Parkinson’s Care. We have a variety of amenities as well dining options.
Evergreen Quality Home
304 NW 102nd Street, Vancouver, WA, 98685
Over two years ago, we looked for an adult family home for our mother. She needed 24/7 supervision and help with almost all activities of daily living. The two most important things for us were the
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Over two years ago, we looked for an adult family home for our mother. She needed 24/7 supervision and help with almost all activities of daily living. The two most important things for us were the staff and the physical facility. We looked at multiple settings but, for us the choice was clear. Evergreen Quality Home was the perfect setting for our mother.
The staff is exceptional! Health and safety are at the heart of their care but what sets them apart is their lovingkindness and gentleness. Each person is treated with respect and given a sense of hope and joy. They are assured they are not a burden and the staff cheerfully sees to their needs.
The facility is set up so that the residents have their own bedroom and bathroom. The bedrooms are big enough to entertain guests if they want privacy. The great room is arranged conversationally with a big, comfy chair for each person. This enables them to see each other, watch TV and do their activities together as friends. The meals are family style, all together at the table. This greatly reduces isolation.
We are thankful that Evergreen Quality Home is here for our mom. They have kept their clients healthy through this pandemic and kept an atmosphere of hope and peace for their clients and the families that love them.
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Over two years ago, we looked for an adult family home for our mother. She needed 24/7 supervision and help with almost all activities of daily living. The two most important things for us were the
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Over two years ago, we looked for an adult family home for our mother. She needed 24/7 supervision and help with almost all activities of daily living. The two most important things for us were the staff and the physical facility. We looked at multiple settings but, for us the choice was clear. Evergreen Quality Home was the perfect setting for our mother.
The staff is exceptional! Health and safety are at the heart of their care but what sets them apart is their lovingkindness and gentleness. Each person is treated with respect and given a sense of hope and joy. They are assured they are not a burden and the staff cheerfully sees to their needs.
The facility is set up so that the residents have their own bedroom and bathroom. The bedrooms are big enough to entertain guests if they want privacy. The great room is arranged conversationally with a big, comfy chair for each person. This enables them to see each other, watch TV and do their activities together as friends. The meals are family style, all together at the table. This greatly reduces isolation.
We are thankful that Evergreen Quality Home is here for our mom. They have kept their clients healthy through this pandemic and kept an atmosphere of hope and peace for their clients and the families that love them.
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The Hampton & The Ashley Inn
1617 SE Talton Avenue, Vancouver, WA, 98683
I visited The Hampton & The Ashley Inn. I’d give it a ten out of ten. It was beautiful and clean, and we were greeted by the receptionist right away. There was a place to sit and wait. It was brig
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I visited The Hampton & The Ashley Inn. I’d give it a ten out of ten. It was beautiful and clean, and we were greeted by the receptionist right away. There was a place to sit and wait. It was bright and airy. The room was very clean. The shades of the window were open, and there wasn’t any clutter. It was nice and smelled good. The staff during the tour were very professional. They answered our questions and gave suggestions. They have a sports area where they have the TV going with sports. We went mid-morning, so they were serving snacks. I didn’t see anybody doing crafts or puzzles or anything like that, but they have a whole calendar posted of everything they do, like church, singing, and crafts.
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I visited The Hampton & The Ashley Inn. I’d give it a ten out of ten. It was beautiful and clean, and we were greeted by the receptionist right away. There was a place to sit and wait. It was brig
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I visited The Hampton & The Ashley Inn. I’d give it a ten out of ten. It was beautiful and clean, and we were greeted by the receptionist right away. There was a place to sit and wait. It was bright and airy. The room was very clean. The shades of the window were open, and there wasn’t any clutter. It was nice and smelled good. The staff during the tour were very professional. They answered our questions and gave suggestions. They have a sports area where they have the TV going with sports. We went mid-morning, so they were serving snacks. I didn’t see anybody doing crafts or puzzles or anything like that, but they have a whole calendar posted of everything they do, like church, singing, and crafts.
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Brookdale Vancouver Stonebridge
7900 NE Vancouver Mall Dr., Vancouver, WA, 98662
My sister-in-law stayed in Brookdale Vancouver Stonebridge. I would not recommend Brookdale to anybody. She was there a month and we pulled her because she fell. She went to the hospital multiple time
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My sister-in-law stayed in Brookdale Vancouver Stonebridge. I would not recommend Brookdale to anybody. She was there a month and we pulled her because she fell. She went to the hospital multiple times, she lost seven pounds in a week, and her A1C went up to 800. It was decent. It was clean. They were doing remodeling and whatnot during that time. So that is to be expected, but it was respectable and decent. My sister-in-law’s room was not cleaned thoroughly when she moved in. We cleaned it, we left it cleaner than when she moved in. We have pictures to prove it. I’ve got pictures of how dirty it was, how they didn’t clean it once a week. They didn’t bathe her, they let her decide instead of doing what they should have done, that they were getting $7,000 a month.
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My sister-in-law stayed in Brookdale Vancouver Stonebridge. I would not recommend Brookdale to anybody. She was there a month and we pulled her because she fell. She went to the hospital multiple time
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My sister-in-law stayed in Brookdale Vancouver Stonebridge. I would not recommend Brookdale to anybody. She was there a month and we pulled her because she fell. She went to the hospital multiple times, she lost seven pounds in a week, and her A1C went up to 800. It was decent. It was clean. They were doing remodeling and whatnot during that time. So that is to be expected, but it was respectable and decent. My sister-in-law’s room was not cleaned thoroughly when she moved in. We cleaned it, we left it cleaner than when she moved in. We have pictures to prove it. I’ve got pictures of how dirty it was, how they didn’t clean it once a week. They didn’t bathe her, they let her decide instead of doing what they should have done, that they were getting $7,000 a month.
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Bonaventure of Vancouver
9317 NE 86th St., Vancouver, WA, 98662
I listed 1 star for Boneventure Vancouver Padden Parkway.
My Mother was in Memory Care there. There was a total breakdown in the chain of command. The head Manager along with the manager of Memory Ca
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I listed 1 star for Boneventure Vancouver Padden Parkway.
My Mother was in Memory Care there. There was a total breakdown in the chain of command. The head Manager along with the manager of Memory Care were told things that need to be done which either were never passed down to the care workers or failed to follow up.
My Mother was often taken to the lobby in her wheel chair with no bra, hair not brushed and dried poop on her wheelchair pad. We told the staff many many times that only hard boiled eggs, toast and coffee for breakfast but that seldom showed up in Mom’s room. We had to clean the floors when we was finally allowed in when Mom was in Hospice.
Most of the care givers had no idea that Mom spent her days in a lift recliner and had no idea on how to operate it. Lifting Mom out and into her wheelchair without the lift engaged caused our Mom great pain.
Everyone including the managers were told to keep Mom’s door locked. A sign on her door finally went up after one of the residents went into Mom’s room and knocked over her 6′ curio cabinet with glass shelves and glass collectibles to the ground. Caregivers heard the crash and found the intruder in Mom’s bedroom. Mom was in her recliner but as you can imagine, extremely distressed.
We are very sorry that we chose this facility for Mom’s last of days. We received, of course the great sales pitch which in the long run was just that.
They said that they would cover the expenses of the moving company. We wished we had paid for a more expensive mover that were careful and packed up Mom’s things with care.
Emails were even sent to the CEO and second in command to no avail.
In all, a bad experience.
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I listed 1 star for Boneventure Vancouver Padden Parkway.
My Mother was in Memory Care there. There was a total breakdown in the chain of command. The head Manager along with the manager of Memory Ca
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I listed 1 star for Boneventure Vancouver Padden Parkway.
My Mother was in Memory Care there. There was a total breakdown in the chain of command. The head Manager along with the manager of Memory Care were told things that need to be done which either were never passed down to the care workers or failed to follow up.
My Mother was often taken to the lobby in her wheel chair with no bra, hair not brushed and dried poop on her wheelchair pad. We told the staff many many times that only hard boiled eggs, toast and coffee for breakfast but that seldom showed up in Mom’s room. We had to clean the floors when we was finally allowed in when Mom was in Hospice.
Most of the care givers had no idea that Mom spent her days in a lift recliner and had no idea on how to operate it. Lifting Mom out and into her wheelchair without the lift engaged caused our Mom great pain.
Everyone including the managers were told to keep Mom’s door locked. A sign on her door finally went up after one of the residents went into Mom’s room and knocked over her 6′ curio cabinet with glass shelves and glass collectibles to the ground. Caregivers heard the crash and found the intruder in Mom’s bedroom. Mom was in her recliner but as you can imagine, extremely distressed.
We are very sorry that we chose this facility for Mom’s last of days. We received, of course the great sales pitch which in the long run was just that.
They said that they would cover the expenses of the moving company. We wished we had paid for a more expensive mover that were careful and packed up Mom’s things with care.
Emails were even sent to the CEO and second in command to no avail.
In all, a bad experience.
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The Hampton at Salmon Creek
2305 NE 129th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98686
My mother will be moving into The Hampton at Salmon Creek memory care. It seemed like they’re well trained and available to the residents when they need assistance. The staff was pretty clear on expla
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My mother will be moving into The Hampton at Salmon Creek memory care. It seemed like they’re well trained and available to the residents when they need assistance. The staff was pretty clear on explaining staffing and the routines of the residents. We have a pretty good communication with the staff. It looked like it’s well taken care of. They had very nice amenities. It’s cleaned on a regular basis. The staff seemed very kind and friendly.
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My mother will be moving into The Hampton at Salmon Creek memory care. It seemed like they’re well trained and available to the residents when they need assistance. The staff was pretty clear on expla
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My mother will be moving into The Hampton at Salmon Creek memory care. It seemed like they’re well trained and available to the residents when they need assistance. The staff was pretty clear on explaining staffing and the routines of the residents. We have a pretty good communication with the staff. It looked like it’s well taken care of. They had very nice amenities. It’s cleaned on a regular basis. The staff seemed very kind and friendly.
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Highgate at Vancouver
9803 NE Hazel Dell Avenue, Vancouver, WA, 98665
Conveniently located just moments away from a thriving local area in Vancouver with numerous restaurants, stores and entertainment venues, is the cozy Highgate Senior Living. Visitors praise the frien
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Conveniently located just moments away from a thriving local area in Vancouver with numerous restaurants, stores and entertainment venues, is the cozy Highgate Senior Living. Visitors praise the friendly staff who make sure to go above and beyond, getting to know all residents on a personal level so they feel important and cared for. Since it is a smaller facility, there is a high staff-to-patient ratio. The specialized team members have years of experience and are equipped to adjust to the residents’ ever-changing personal needs. Residents enjoy a high-quality life with fun activities, van trips and delicious meal options.
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Conveniently located just moments away from a thriving local area in Vancouver with numerous restaurants, stores and entertainment venues, is the cozy Highgate Senior Living. Visitors praise the frien
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Conveniently located just moments away from a thriving local area in Vancouver with numerous restaurants, stores and entertainment venues, is the cozy Highgate Senior Living. Visitors praise the friendly staff who make sure to go above and beyond, getting to know all residents on a personal level so they feel important and cared for. Since it is a smaller facility, there is a high staff-to-patient ratio. The specialized team members have years of experience and are equipped to adjust to the residents’ ever-changing personal needs. Residents enjoy a high-quality life with fun activities, van trips and delicious meal options.
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Touchmark at Fairway Village
2911 Southeast Village Loop, Vancouver, WA, 98683
Touchmark at Fairway is located in a cozy community in Vancouver, just moments from the scenic Columbia River. Visitors are impressed by the top-notch facilities, high-quality personalized care and re
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Touchmark at Fairway is located in a cozy community in Vancouver, just moments from the scenic Columbia River. Visitors are impressed by the top-notch facilities, high-quality personalized care and restaurant-style dining. Residents are offered a variety of activities such as movie nights, crafts and exercise classes. Additionally, residents can go to concerts and shopping trips, and the facility organizes events for families to come together such as picnics. The facility has an array of amenities such as a bistro, an outdoor relaxation area and a fitness center.
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Touchmark at Fairway is located in a cozy community in Vancouver, just moments from the scenic Columbia River. Visitors are impressed by the top-notch facilities, high-quality personalized care and re
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Touchmark at Fairway is located in a cozy community in Vancouver, just moments from the scenic Columbia River. Visitors are impressed by the top-notch facilities, high-quality personalized care and restaurant-style dining. Residents are offered a variety of activities such as movie nights, crafts and exercise classes. Additionally, residents can go to concerts and shopping trips, and the facility organizes events for families to come together such as picnics. The facility has an array of amenities such as a bistro, an outdoor relaxation area and a fitness center.
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Windsor Gardens Memory Care
1602 NE 162nd Ave, Vancouver, WA, 98684
This place is truly special! When it came time to place my mom in a memory care facility, we had a lot of fears. Would she just be left alone in her room, and only be checked on occasionally? Would sh
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This place is truly special! When it came time to place my mom in a memory care facility, we had a lot of fears. Would she just be left alone in her room, and only be checked on occasionally? Would she be kept clean and well groomed? When we found Windsor Gardens, all of our fears disappeared. Because it is a smaller facility, the care she received was constant and very personalized. No matter which caregivers were there when we visited, they all knew us by name, and could answer any questions we had as to how mom was doing. There were even several occasions when we would drop by, and actually found the administrator of this facility, sitting beside mom and spoon feeding her! I doubt we would have seen that anywhere else! I would not hesitate to recommend Windsor Gardens. It is a gem among memory care facilities. Mom was always clean and well taken care of. It felt like a home. Activities were always going on, and though mom was not able to participate much, many of the other residents did. The food looked delicious and healthy. For the short 5 months mom resided here, these people became like family! Wonderful, wonderful place! Windsor Gardens is definitely at the top of my list!
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This place is truly special! When it came time to place my mom in a memory care facility, we had a lot of fears. Would she just be left alone in her room, and only be checked on occasionally? Would sh
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This place is truly special! When it came time to place my mom in a memory care facility, we had a lot of fears. Would she just be left alone in her room, and only be checked on occasionally? Would she be kept clean and well groomed? When we found Windsor Gardens, all of our fears disappeared. Because it is a smaller facility, the care she received was constant and very personalized. No matter which caregivers were there when we visited, they all knew us by name, and could answer any questions we had as to how mom was doing. There were even several occasions when we would drop by, and actually found the administrator of this facility, sitting beside mom and spoon feeding her! I doubt we would have seen that anywhere else! I would not hesitate to recommend Windsor Gardens. It is a gem among memory care facilities. Mom was always clean and well taken care of. It felt like a home. Activities were always going on, and though mom was not able to participate much, many of the other residents did. The food looked delicious and healthy. For the short 5 months mom resided here, these people became like family! Wonderful, wonderful place! Windsor Gardens is definitely at the top of my list!
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Guardian Angel One
9705 NE 3rd St, Vancouver, WA, 98664
My mother is at Guardian Angels One Inc., and it is fabulous. The owner, Maria, is just fabulous. She is the most caring and wonderful human being on earth. We are so glad we didn’t have to move my mo
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My mother is at Guardian Angels One Inc., and it is fabulous. The owner, Maria, is just fabulous. She is the most caring and wonderful human being on earth. We are so glad we didn’t have to move my mother. She’s just a pure angel. All the meals are cooked from scratch. They are so healthy and good. Everybody treats you like family. Most of the people there are bedridden or nearly bedridden. They have people come in occasionally. They have televisions.
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My mother is at Guardian Angels One Inc., and it is fabulous. The owner, Maria, is just fabulous. She is the most caring and wonderful human being on earth. We are so glad we didn’t have to move my mo
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My mother is at Guardian Angels One Inc., and it is fabulous. The owner, Maria, is just fabulous. She is the most caring and wonderful human being on earth. We are so glad we didn’t have to move my mother. She’s just a pure angel. All the meals are cooked from scratch. They are so healthy and good. Everybody treats you like family. Most of the people there are bedridden or nearly bedridden. They have people come in occasionally. They have televisions.
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CLOSED – Harvest Homes
6921 N Roberts Ave., Portland, OR, 97203
I had a tour of Harvest Homes. I had spoken to the administration and some of the staff there. I’ve even talked to some of the residents. My first impression was that it’s a small facility. They serve
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I had a tour of Harvest Homes. I had spoken to the administration and some of the staff there. I’ve even talked to some of the residents. My first impression was that it’s a small facility. They serve something like 18 people in memory care. They have a residential assisted living program connected with this facility, but I was looking at memory care. It’s a family operation that’s been in their family for three generations, so it’s not a corporation like the others.
The main attraction is its proximity to my home. I found none others in this whole peninsula of North Portland. Instead of a half-hour drive, I would have a 5-minute drive, so that makes visitation much easier for me. They are building a new memory care facility serving 16 people. They plan is to move the residents into that new facility and then renovate their original facility. They’re almost doubling their capacity, so they do have openings.
It’s not surrounded by a residential neighborhood, but I don’t think that would be a major issue for my spouse or me. That might be something that would be not attractive to some people, but I found it was very quiet and the staff nice and behaving nicely toward the residents. It was small and homey. It had that kind of old-fashioned family home feel to it. I talked to some of the residents and they said that the staff was great.
I saw so many nice facilities that were like Marriott Hotel levels living and that’s not what you’ll get there. Their new facility has a lot of comforts. I think it’s going to be a step up from the physical environment. It’ll be a nice step-up when they finish this facility. It was under construction, and there were workers around. It looked well thought out with modern conveniences and those kinds of things. The residents are living in the old facility now. It’s kind of dated, but I found it clean, nice, and courteous.
The cost is pretty good, better than most. They’re quite competitive. I even asked them if my wife’s resources would run out, they said we will just transfer to Medicaid, and there would be no change in her services or her placement, her room, or anything else. She would experience no change with the Medicaid transition and that’s something that was a concern to me because I’m not wealthy.
I toured the memory care. I went outside and there were assisted living residents just sort of chatting and sitting under a tree, and I just walked over to them and talked with them and that’s where I got feedback about how the staff was and it’s a good place to live. They all had very positive things to say about it.
The person who showed me around was informative and helpful with information, answered my questions openly and freely, and took me anywhere I wanted to go. She also took me to see the new facility that will be finished in April. They had secure outdoor areas and the interior also had a kind of circularity to it, so that people who would walk could walk in circles through the facility around and kind of come back from where they came. It would be fairly easy for a memory-impaired person to manage. There is a space out there for barbecue and that kind of thing.
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I had a tour of Harvest Homes. I had spoken to the administration and some of the staff there. I’ve even talked to some of the residents. My first impression was that it’s a small facility. They serve
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I had a tour of Harvest Homes. I had spoken to the administration and some of the staff there. I’ve even talked to some of the residents. My first impression was that it’s a small facility. They serve something like 18 people in memory care. They have a residential assisted living program connected with this facility, but I was looking at memory care. It’s a family operation that’s been in their family for three generations, so it’s not a corporation like the others.
The main attraction is its proximity to my home. I found none others in this whole peninsula of North Portland. Instead of a half-hour drive, I would have a 5-minute drive, so that makes visitation much easier for me. They are building a new memory care facility serving 16 people. They plan is to move the residents into that new facility and then renovate their original facility. They’re almost doubling their capacity, so they do have openings.
It’s not surrounded by a residential neighborhood, but I don’t think that would be a major issue for my spouse or me. That might be something that would be not attractive to some people, but I found it was very quiet and the staff nice and behaving nicely toward the residents. It was small and homey. It had that kind of old-fashioned family home feel to it. I talked to some of the residents and they said that the staff was great.
I saw so many nice facilities that were like Marriott Hotel levels living and that’s not what you’ll get there. Their new facility has a lot of comforts. I think it’s going to be a step up from the physical environment. It’ll be a nice step-up when they finish this facility. It was under construction, and there were workers around. It looked well thought out with modern conveniences and those kinds of things. The residents are living in the old facility now. It’s kind of dated, but I found it clean, nice, and courteous.
The cost is pretty good, better than most. They’re quite competitive. I even asked them if my wife’s resources would run out, they said we will just transfer to Medicaid, and there would be no change in her services or her placement, her room, or anything else. She would experience no change with the Medicaid transition and that’s something that was a concern to me because I’m not wealthy.
I toured the memory care. I went outside and there were assisted living residents just sort of chatting and sitting under a tree, and I just walked over to them and talked with them and that’s where I got feedback about how the staff was and it’s a good place to live. They all had very positive things to say about it.
The person who showed me around was informative and helpful with information, answered my questions openly and freely, and took me anywhere I wanted to go. She also took me to see the new facility that will be finished in April. They had secure outdoor areas and the interior also had a kind of circularity to it, so that people who would walk could walk in circles through the facility around and kind of come back from where they came. It would be fairly easy for a memory-impaired person to manage. There is a space out there for barbecue and that kind of thing.
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COVID-19 Rules for Memory Care in Vancouver
Since most COVID-19 rules for Memory Care Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Memory Care in Washington. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
What to Consider About Memory Care in Vancouver
The licensing, certification and regulation of memory care facilities in Washington fall to the Aging and Long-Term Support Administration, which is part of the state’s Department of Social and Health Services. Memory care facilities are considered assisted living facilities under state law.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Vancouver
- In general, the state of Washington has a higher cost of living than the average state in the U.S. On a scale where 100 represents that national average, Washington scores 118.7. On the positive side, Vancouver is slightly cheaper than the rest of the state, scoring a 114.3 overall on that same scale, and its health care costs and utilities rank much lower than average.
- The Pacific Northwest has a reputation for wet weather and gray skies, and Vancouver reflects it: This city only gets 143 sunny days a year, compared to the national average of 205. Rainfall is slightly above average, with 42 inches of rain per year versus the U.S. average of 38. However, snow is a fairly rare occurrence here; Vancouver averages a mere 3 inches per year.
- At 8.4%, sales taxes in this area are nearly 1 percentage point over the national average of 7.3%. However, Washington state has no personal income tax, which can make it a particularly appealing retirement location for seniors.
- With the bustling city of Portland just over the Columbia River from Vancouver, seniors have near-immediate access to a number of highly respected Oregon hospitals. OHSU, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center and Providence Portland Medical Center are all ranked in the top five of state medical facilities by U.S. News & World Report.
- Vancouver’s mild temperatures are excellent for seniors who prefer to avoid extremes of hot and cold. High temperatures range from the mid-60s to the low 80s from May to October, and even in the winter months, the low temperatures flirt with freezing but rarely drop below 32 degrees.
Paying for Memory Care in Vancouver
The cost of memory care is about 20%-30% higher than that of assisted living as memory care usually represents an additional level of service for residents of such facilities. We’ve estimated memory care costs as 25% higher than the assisted living costs reported by the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey.
The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities
Regional memory care is quite expensive. Vancouver’s monthly cost of $6,219 is far below the Washington state average of $7,500 but also far above the U.S. average of $5,625. Spokane is just below Vancouver’s costs at $6,110. Walla Walla’s prices are relatively low at $4,014. Seattle tops them all with an estimated monthly cost of $8,438.
The Costs of Other Types of Senior Care
Vancouver’s other local care options are also quite pricey. Seniors looking to stay in nursing homes face five-digit prices, with $11,777 per month required for a private room and $10,611 for a semiprivate one. Homemaker or home health aide services are nearly $1,000 more expensive than memory care at $7,146. Assisted living, at $4,975, is approximately $1,200 cheaper than memory care. The least expensive option is adult day health care, which carries a cost of $2,708 a month.
Note: Data for Vancouver was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Portland Area, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Vancouver
In Vancouver, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Washington 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 Washington page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Vancouver
Seniors living with dementia can take advantage of a number of programs maintained by both private and government organizations. These Vancouver-area programs can help older adults find financial support, make social connections and address concerns about quality of care.
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(866) 743-5144
Offered and administered by the Washington DSHS, this program is intended to provide funding for memory care for adults in state assisted living facilities. Adults taking advantage of this package receive personalized care plans developed with the help and input of their family members, among other benefits. The DSHS works directly with assisted living facilities to provide this program.
(360) 487-7050
This social hub for Vancouver's older adults offers a wide variety of recreational activities. In addition to painting clubs, knitting clubs, book discussion groups and card games, the Luepke Center holds a popular weekly live-music dance night for seniors.
(800) 562-6028
Ombudsmen are charged with acting as investigators of complaints regarding quality care in assisted living facilities, nursing homes and similar long-term care situations. Such complaints can be filed by any person or group who believes the welfare of residents to be at risk. In addition to helping resolve issues with quality of care, ombudsmen can also work with families to offer advice on choosing facilities best suited to a specific family member's care needs.
(360) 513-5754
This organization offers emotional support for people caring for those with dementia. In addition to running weekly support groups, HOPE also partners with the Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities of Southwest Washington to provide community education about cognitive issues.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Vancouver
Vancouver Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Washington are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Washington page for more information about these laws.
