My tour at Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community was amazing. They're good people. I wish my dad could be there. They're such nice people there. The residents seemed nice, and it was a nice place, but my dad is a little too far along. There's a language barrier with my dad, and they said it just might be a little too tough for him.
They have lots of activities and really good food. The staff was extremely friendly. They all help each other out. They're just a really good team. They're right on the river there, so it's a beautiful outdoor setting. They're just good people. They're people that you would trust your loved ones with for sure. Everyone there was very kind. We went into the big room where everyone meets. They do exercises there.
Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community
Offers Assisted Living
14 Reviews
17999 SE River Road, Milwaukie, OR 97267
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Reviews of Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community
Assisted Living Reviews for Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community
September 18, 2021
I visited this facility
September 11, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
We like Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community because it is a small community with just 44 residents, and everyone we came in contact with has been very caring, welcoming, and helpful. We just had a wonderful feel as soon as we walked to the doors. The food is good. My mom is trying new foods and the staff is very helpful with prompting. So, she's had a good experience so far.
Her room is spacious and beautiful. There are lots of windows and the bathroom is large. The facility is very well maintained and taken care of. They also do country bus rides, art classes, exercise classes that she likes, games, and bonfires in the evening.
Provider Response
Hi Ronda, Thanks so much for this review. We're so glad to hear your mom is having a great experience here. We strive to make each resident feel at home, and it's incredibly gratifying to hear such positive feedback from you.
August 20, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother is in Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community. Their leadership is in chaos, and they might have been great at one point. They're really dropping the ball on their care of the elders in the community. They also are dropping the ball on having trained staff, having enough staff, having the food being handled properly, having leadership in place to actually deal with issues as they come up timely, and communication. In the last week or so, they might be finally getting their stuff together and fixed. It's just really kind of disheartening. It's really not good.
She's doing OK there, but I'm just concerned and I need to talk to them. They hired a bunch of new people right as Covid started, but that's not an excuse. They're caring for elderly people, so they should have had trained people on staff. It's just not great. I don't think they're doing anything maliciously. I think they're just really disorganized.
The facility is clean. It doesn't smell bad when you walk in there. It's a very beautiful facility, and it seems nicely maintained. The staff members are all generally very friendly and nice. It's got nice rooms. It's a nice place to be. There's a lot of young people there in their 20s, and they don't seem very trained or as professional as I would expect. I know what professional interactions look like. Some of these people look really young and maybe right out of college. I just get the sense of unsurety from them. There's a lack of confidence with them. They're not feeling very sure of what they're doing. Some of them are really on it, but some of them are not sure. It's a mix.
I don't know whether they just had a massive upheaval transition. The manager left in May, and the person that they replaced her with had a baby and is on maternity leave. It's a little crazy what's going on there. Finally, they got someone in there from corporate, but it's just crazy. It's not very well run.
The food is awful. They're basically feeding them all from cans (from what my mom said). Recently, she said the desserts are good. They served them some fresh food.
She said they have activities and when she first got there, and she really enjoyed it. The facility is beautiful. It's probably one of the nicest ones we've seen. It's got a beautiful courtyard.
November 24, 2020
I visited this facility
We have chosen Homewood Heights for my mom. They're signing the contract soon. I put in a deposit. We looked at others, but that's the one my mom liked the best right away. We met the people in-person. They were able to show my mom the room, which is really great. They have patio rose bushes out the window, so she is all excited about that. I don't like roses, but my mom does. It is very pretty. It is a small community of about 40 clients. They gave my mom a taste of their dinner and she just loved it. The people were really nice. The facility was beautiful.
July 02, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
I placed my brother in Homewood Heights and I love it. The staff members that work there are excellent and the activities are good. His room there is excellent as well. Some of their amenities include an activities room, and they have a nice outside area or a garden area. They also have a library. They supply laundry services, room cleaning, and meals. The food there is also excellent. They have good activities but they could have maybe a little more variety, like more excursions. His room is clean, bright, and warm.
December 20, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My parents are at Homewood Heights. They have a nice staff. I'm there to visit my parents, but I have a very good rapport with the manager. The front desk lady is great. Everybody that you talk to is very helpful and friendly. I think some of the food is really good, but some of them I don't like so much. They have a lot of activities. My mom does the word games, the exercises, and the vine master. She likes it all; she likes the brain challenge games. The place has 42 rooms. It is a small group of people, so it is very much like a community, and that's what my parents like.
Provider Response
Hello Marie, thank you for taking the time to review Homewood Heights. We strive to give the best customer service and care to your loved ones and appreciate your kind and positive feedback.
June 10, 2016
I visited this facility
Homewood Heights was clean and had really nice staff, and I really liked the setup of the rooms.
October 25, 2015
I visited this facility
Homewood Heights is all assisted living. It’s OK, but kind of pricey, generic, and very basic. Everybody is always nice, especially when they know you’re coming.
August 22, 2015
I am a friend or relative of resident
My mother has had excellent care within this community for 3 years. I especially appreciate that each prson on staff knows and uses the name of each resident when addressing them. Also, the care plans are carefully reviewed with the resident's family contact each 90 days or sooner if needed. A time and date is mailed to the family contact to make sure it will work. This makes for a great communication between staff, resident and family. It has been good for my mom that this is a relatively small community compared to larger facilities, so she feels at home and not overwhelmed. I drive a distance to see her but would not even think of moving her away from this wonderful setting.
August 06, 2015
I am a friend or relative of resident
My 92 year old mother moved into Homewood Heights July 6th. She had lived in her private home for over 67 years and alone for the last 11 years. This was a huge change for her. But Melody, Nancy, Sharon and the entire staff, kitchen, care givers and maintenance have been wonderful in making her feel welcome and cared for. She has met many of the other residents who are fun and seem anxious to get to know her. My mother has an eating difficulty and Ricio, the head chef, has wonderfully accommodated this and she is now eating more and gaining back her strength.
Thank you all HOMEWOOD HEIGHTS.
September 29, 2014
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My parents moved into Homewood Heights about a month ago. I like the place. It was smaller than average -- only about 44 rooms. My mom and dad really appreciated that. They seemed to be liking their apartment pretty well. We had a little bit of trouble moving in because the lady who was supposed to vacate the apartment didn’t move out. Overall, they are in an apartment that like now, and they are pretty satisfied. I think their activities are okay for people their age. The only thing that I don’t think they do enough is that they only take their buses out shopping one day a week instead of two, and I think they need to do that two days a week. The staff are pretty good. As far as the surroundings, that is one of the reasons why mom chose it. They have lots of trees and grass.
April 26, 2014
I visited this facility
I liked Homewood very much. The building was nice. The rooms were very nice. They had a one-bedroom and two-bedrooms. The food was very good. The people who were there seemed happy and friendly. I think it was within my budget, and I was seriously considering it.
June 07, 2013
I visited this facility
My mom seemed to be happy in Homewood Heights. My brother is near her so he can check on her at anytime. I visited the place and saw that it was real nice, beautiful, well-maintained and quiet. It had a cafeteria and a nice, little visiting area for the family.
July 18, 2011
I am a friend or relative of resident
This beautiful facility at Homewoods has a wonderful outdoor seating area where residents can enjoy a view of the boats and water sports on the river. The food in the dining room is delicious, and if someone needs a smaller/ larger portion or substitute orders the chef has no problem with it. The exercise room is popular as well as the activities scheduled every day.There is scheduled transportation to medical appointments, shopping and trips to museums and fairs.Residents that want to garden have custom made raised beds available for their use. Pets are allowed and encouraged with a beautiful dog walking area set aside just for the pooches comfort and safety.The health center is on the same property for short or longer stays in the event of a health crisis or a higher level of care becomes necessary.At Homewoods on the Willamette they have everything anyone would need for comfortable truly golden years.
Questions about Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community
What programs or activities does Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community offer to enrich residents' well-being?
We have a Wellness program where we offer a personal trainer to work with the residents on their body and mind through a wealth of exercise and mind challenging programs.
What places are near Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
We are blocks away from the Willamette River
What transportation services does Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community offer to assisted living residents?
We offer weekly transportation to medical appointments, weekly trips to Fred Meyer and outings and scenic drives throughout the month
What makes the chef or dining program at Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Our chef has been with us for 20 plus years and makes a large bulk of her menu items from scratch! We hold monthly food meetings for our residents and our chef goes around to each table to get instant feedback during the daily meals
What safety features or security measures does Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community offer to assisted living residents?
We have alert pendants (a lot like life alert) that residents can use to call on the nurse and staff 24 hours a day. This along with pull cords in each room lends to a feeling of wellbeing and safety
If Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We are pet friendly and we have a courtyard and walking trail that goes around our campus.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Monthly in-service training as well as continued education (CNA classes, Medication certification) when needed/wanted
What safety features or security measures does Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community provide to protect residents who wander?
We lock the doors at 8 PM but do not have an entry lock keypad for entry and exit. Visitors can get in by picking up a phone on the wall (after 8 PM) and staff will let them in and out
Costs for Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community
Services and Amenities of Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee
- Fee Structure Extra: We Offer A Month To Month Rental
- Assisted Living Starting At: $3650/month
Room and housing options
- Companion Suites: We Do Not Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Security Gate
- Spa
- Features Extra: Library
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Internet Enabled Rooms
- Wifi
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Hospice Care
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
- Pharma
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Fitness Room
- Gardening
- Arts And Crafts
- Activities Extra: Computer Class
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Diet
- Diabetic
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
Languages
- English
General
- Resident Capacity: 52
- Staff Patient Ratio: 44 To 3
- Minimum Age: 62
- Pets: Yes
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
Licenses
- Licenses: Oregon
- State Licenses: Oregon
About Homewood Heights Assisted Living Community
Homewood Heights Assisted Living offers seniors and their families a range of senior living and care services from our inviting community.
Living at Homewood Heights Assisted Living gives you the freedom to enjoy the activities you love most without worrying about the hassle of household responsibilities. From our restaurant-style dining services that offer an ever-changing menu of new and familiar meals, to a full calendar of events and activities that let you choose your desired level of activity, you're in control of selecting the care and services that are right for you.
What Makes Us Special
We are in a lovely setting with trees, shrubs and overlooking the Willamette River. Barrier free walking paths throughout campus.
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