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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Durham, OR

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Memory care in Durham offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Durham is about $5,253 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 86 communities, read 1442 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Arbor Senior Living in Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon is a quiet memory care community with a country-like feel to it. Thanks to its bright, sunny setting, beautiful landscaping, majestic trees, and enticing courtyard, the community is one that offers all of the privacy and independence of a...
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We are fairly new to the community. but so far its great, i really cant find much to pick on [Name removed], [name removed], [name removed], [name removed], all are just the best. I could thank them until...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Emerson House is located in Portland Oregon, 2 miles from Providence Portland Medical Center. We are known for our Alzheimer's and other dementia care. The entire facility is dedicated to the treatment of those in need of memory care. Emerson House offers care that is meant to bridge the gap...
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Cost of memory care in Durham, OR

The average cost of senior living in Durham is $5,253 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oregon City, OR with an average of $5,181 per month.

Memory care costs in Durham, OR, vs. nearby cities

Durham, OR
$5,253/mo
$5,252/mo

Memory care costs in Durham, OR, vs. state and national averages

Durham, OR
$5,253/mo
$5,162/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

Memory care costs in Durham, OR, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,253/mo

Memory care costs in Durham, OR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,695/mo
Studio
$5,934/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,047/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,914/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,650/mo

Senior living costs in Durham vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Durham, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDurham, OROregonU.S.
Memory Care$5,253/mo$5,162/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$4,578/mo$4,777/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$4,345/mo$4,375/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Durham, OR:$5,253/mo
Oregon:$5,162/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Durham, OR:$4,578/mo
Oregon:$4,777/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Durham, OR:$4,345/mo
Oregon:$4,375/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Durham, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Durham and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Durham, OR

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Durham have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Durham, OR$7,735/mo$7,209/mo+7.3%
Oregon$8,374/mo$7,804/mo+7.3%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Durham, OR
2024 average cost:$7,735/mo
2023 average cost:$7,209/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$8,374/mo
2023 average cost:$7,804/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Durham

Recent reviews for memory care in Durham

Clearwater Springs by Cogir in Vancouver, WA

5.0
My mother really likes being at Clearwater Springs Assisted Living community. She has friends that she dines with and the staff are caring and friendly. However, I do think cleaning of halls could be better.

Holi Senior Living in Hillsboro, OR

4.8
They seem to specialize in memory care and assisted living. Very friendly staff, easy to communicate with. They are all very nice people. Memory care residents have their own private bed & bath, not very large, but kept clean by housekeeping. There is a secure patio/walk area, for outdoor ...
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Cornell Estates in Hillsboro, OR

5.0
So far Cornell Estates has been great. It's a very welcoming and upbeat place. The other residents seem happy to be there and are friendly. And there is a variety of activities offered.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive caregivers. Several reviews praise the kindness and dedication of caregivers, such as those at Monterey Court Alzheimer's Care, who went the extra mile to make loved ones feel comfortable and ensure their needs were met. Caregivers at Jurgens Park Senior Living were found to be patient and understanding, ...
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Thorough communication between staff and families. Residents' families appreciated the open lines of communication they had with staff at their communities, like Cedar Crest Alzheimer's Special Care Center, Royalton Place, and MorningStar of Beaverton. Regular updates and collaboration helped ensure everyone was informed about care and any ...
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Customized activities based on residents' interests. Activities were a favorite among many residents, with communities like Brookdale Beaverton and Avamere at Sherwood offering a range of options that catered to individual hobbies and abilities. Staff at Washington Gardens Memory Care Community even transported residents across the facility ...
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Quality food and nutritious meals. Nutritious meals were highlighted as a key feature of several communities, including Royalton Place, where the kitchen staff were commended for their excellent training. Families at Regency Park and McLoughlin Place mentioned their satisfaction with the quality and variety of food offered. ...
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Secure and clean facilities. Maintaining a clean and safe living environment was a priority for many communities, as evidenced by positive reviews from families at McLoughlin Place, Regency Park, and Cedar Crest Alzheimer's Special Care Center. Staff were diligent in keeping both common areas and private rooms in top ...
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Accessible and responsive management and staff. Families appreciated the accessibility and responsiveness of management and staff at their communities, such as those at River Terrace, Brookdale Beaverton, and MorningStar of Beaverton, who were quick to address any concerns and make adjustments when necessary.
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Durham review score based on 232 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 232 reviews of 77 Durham memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Durham review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Durham review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Durham, OR77 facilities
7.4
Rivergrove, OR87 facilities
7.5
Tualatin, OR75 facilities

Review subcategories for Durham memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 232 reviews of 77 Durham memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Durham resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Durham, OR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Durham memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Durham memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Durham, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Durham memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Durham that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Durham, ORNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
79.2%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.7%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.5%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Durham memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Durham Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Durham, ORNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.3%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.6%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.1%
25.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Durham memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Durham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Durham, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
53.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.9%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Durham memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Durham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Durham, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
50.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.8%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Durham memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Durham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Durham, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.8%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.8%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.5%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
68.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
40.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.5%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Durham

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Oregon memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Durham protect seniors.
Learn about Oregon memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Canfield Place, Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland and Cedar Crest Alzheimer's Special Care Center are the top-rated memory care facilities near Durham, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 86 memory care facilities near Durham, Oregon. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Durham, Oregon are Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland, Van Mall and Grove Pointe Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 86 memory care facilities near you in Durham, Oregon typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Durham, Oregon, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Durham, Oregon, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Durham, Oregon ranges from $600 to $15088. The average Memory Care cost in Durham, Oregon is $5,253. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Durham, Oregon typically starts at $600. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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