I toured Elms Retirement Living Center. There were many things that I like about it. I'm a stranger to that area, I don't know a soul there, but everybody said hello or good morning. They were all friendly, and the people that were working there, were extremely friendly. There's a library, there's an exercise room, and there're many, many things to look at. The apartments were very nice. It had a real refrigerator, not as giant as some of the homes do, but a large refrigerator. They had a small stove, a sink, and a walk-in tub. The carpets were all nice and clean. Everything was clean. It looked like it had just been painted, and it was very nice. They have a lot of things to do. They passed out a menu for us to see what the average month is like, and it didn't look too bad for me. I just really liked it.
The staff who toured me around explained and answered all our questions. I took one of my sons, his wife, and their daughter with me, and that meant we had six extra eyes looking and three more people asking questions, and she answered everything that we asked. It is an older facility, but it was clean, and I didn't see anything wrong with it. If you like a brand new facility, then that won't be for you, but I thought it was great.
Elms Retirement Living Center
Offers Independent Living
13 Reviews
2030 Elm Street, Forest Grove, OR 97116
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Elms Retirement Living Center
Independent Living Reviews for Elms Retirement Living Center
September 18, 2022
I visited this facility
March 24, 2022
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My father enjoyed living in Elms Retirement Living Center. They took care of him, it's a friendly community and the residents care about each other. The food was excellent, the rooms were clean, and it was a pleasant experience. They had a weekly movie night and he enjoyed that, they often got residents together to play cards. It's a very good value for the money.
May 18, 2021
I visited this facility
Elms Retirement Living Center was very pleasant and tidy. The people were very polite. There is nothing I saw wrong with the facility. It's just too far for me. The rooms were clean and fairly nice. All of my things will probably fit in there. The staff who gave the tour was very pleasant and truly loves the facility. They were very knowledgeable of the whole program.
Provider Response
Cindie, Thank you for your input on the tour and taking the time to review us. Hope you are able to find a Retirement Community in the area you are looking for. Theo Ward Executive Director Elms Retirement Center
December 15, 2019
I visited this facility
Elms Retirement Living Center was very nice. The people were very friendly. The price seemed to be alright. The room was pretty good. It was one of my possibilities. They have three meals a day. A couple of times a month, they have happy hour. The place is very nice because it is located in a nice small town. It is walking distance to stores.
Provider Response
Martin, Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We serve two meals a day, lunch and dinner. Three days a week, we serve a breakfast item at our noon meal. We have social events and encourage residents to make suggestion for events. Ms. Theo Ward Executive Director Elms Retirement Center Forest Grove, Oregon
July 02, 2019
I visited this facility
Elms Retirement Living Center was fine, but it's not what I was looking for. The apartment was bigger than what I had expected. The facility was clean and well maintained, and the dining area was fine. The staff was very nice. They had outdoor areas that they could go to.
June 23, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My relatives were in Elms Retirement Living Center. It was a very nice facility, and my mother took to it very quickly. They stayed there a month, and the staff was wonderful, very nice, and helpful. The price was reasonable and affordable. The apartments were very spacious, bright, clean, well-kept, and it was a wonderful residence.
September 07, 2017
I am/was a resident of this facility
We've lived in Elms for a year now, and we like it very much. It has a very comfortable, homey feeling, and we feel very safe. The food is good and has a nice variety. We have a nice apartment, a library, activities room, gym, craft room, and a theater. They have bingo, cards, movies, and socials. The staff is great and very aware of the residents and their needs. The people are great.
November 05, 2016
I visited this facility
Elms Retirement was very friendly looking and clean, and the atmosphere was nice. They have social events, crafts, music entertainment, and three meals a day. The staff was very friendly, informative, and outgoing. They could have your hair done, exercise program, games, library, and a nice dining room area.
May 10, 2016
I am/was a resident of this facility
Elms Retirement Center has a comfortable and homey feel to it. I like the apartment, and the food is OK. I’m a little bit younger, so I am looking for some other kind of activities other than the usual ones for older residents. The staff are all friendly and helpful.
February 15, 2016
I am/was a resident of this facility
The room that we decided on was a one-bedroom apartment. For the amount we paid and everything, it’s quite roomy and well arranged. I like it. The staff is very friendly, very helpful, and go the extra mile. The food is very good. Compared to other places I’ve visited, the food has more flavor. If you’re not feeling well, they’ll help you out by having you eat at a different time, so they’re very accommodating. It’s kind of boring, but they do try to do a few things. Several times a week they have a bus that takes people shopping, and they have bingo once or twice a week. Because some of the people before we even got here at Elms used the hot tub and were irresponsible with it and let it run over, they covered the hot tub up and won’t let anybody use it anymore. They could improve on that and let people use the hot tub.
November 30, 2015
I visited this facility
The Elms was too far away for us. They showed us a dark room, and evidently they didn't have many rooms at all; just a one-bedroom studio apartment. So we just saw one that had recently been vacated, and it was dark and dreary. We only met one person from the staff, and she was OK.
September 28, 2013
I visited this facility
Elms is pretty good. When I need to go to a facility in the future, I might consider going there. The building is modern and clean. It is a comfortable place.
June 25, 2012
I visited this facility
Elms Retirement Center is a four-story building providing from studio type to one or two bedrooms units. They also have patios and deck for outside view. Very nice place. They offer programs for in-door and outside activities. They have a systematic plan in managing the medication and staff were very professional Very nice facility.
Questions about Elms Retirement Living Center
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Elms Retirement Living Center. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
We have 86 units with an average of 100 Residents ranging in age from 60 to102.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
The Elms is next door to the Forest Grove Senior Center, two blocks from the Forest Grove Library and the Pacific University Campus. Main Street Forest Grove has restaurants, with Valley Art and the Farmers Market from May thru October.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Elms Retirement Living Center has organized?
We enjoy the restaurant trips a couple times a month and a country drive is always fun..
What transportation services does Elms Retirement Living Center offer to independent living residents?
We have bus that seats 12 and we take transport our Residents to the grocery stores, banks and restaurants on a schedule we compile monthly.
What makes the chef or dining program at Elms Retirement Living Center exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
During the month we enjoy providing lunch and dinner daily. The down home cooking and restaurant style service makes the different choices enjoyable. We have a salad bar that includes fruits and vegetables for the varied tastes. We ask each month at our resident meeting for menu suggestions.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
We have a patio area on our 3rd floor that is west facing if you enjoy the sun.The Great Room above the Dining Room that has couches to use with family and friends. There is always a jigsaw puzzle that needs attention also. The 2nd floor has a lending library, with books galore.
What safety features or security measures does Elms Retirement Living Center offer to independent living residents?
We have installed security cameras that allow us to monitor the parking area, some hallways and entry doors to our Community. Each Resident can have access to a security pendant that allows them, in an emergency to activate that will bring staff to assess their situation. All apartments have a intercom that contacts the office directly.
If Elms Retirement Living Center accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Our first floor apartments have patios that can be utilized to enter of exit with your pet. There is lawn on the front side of our building adjacent to the sidewalk and an area behind our building is more garden style.
Does Elms Retirement Living Center work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
We are a completely Independent Community, we do not keep any caregivers on staff.
Costs for Elms Retirement Living Center
Services and Amenities of Elms Retirement Living Center
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
General
- Resident Capacity: 100
- Minimum Age: 55
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed
Licenses
- State Licenses: Exempt
Costs
About Elms Retirement Living Center
The Elms Retirement Living Center is a beautiful community in the heart of Forest Grove, Oregon. Located in central Washington County and surrounded by rolling hills, evergreen forests, and vineyards, this charming town has been designated as a Tree City USA community. Residents can stroll through Historic Downtown with its specialty shops and restaurants while enjoying its groves of trees. The Elms is within walking distance of the beautiful Pacific University campus. At The Elms retirement living facility, their goal is to provide residents with a comfortable carefree lifestyle in their luxury independent retirement living community. Residents enjoy a bright and beautiful studio or one- or two-bedroom home with individual climate control and walk-in closet space. Residents savor the many dining options at the community's elegant light filled atrium-style restaurant where delicious meals are served that meet all dietary restrictions. They can relax in the comfortable cozy common areas featuring original handcrafted artwork, cozy furniture, games, books, large screen televisions and piano—too many opportunities to list here.
What Makes Us Special
The Elms features a variety of apartment living opportunities and a comfortable lifestyle with services to suit your individual tastes and needs
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