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Memory care in Polk County 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 Polk County is about $5,413 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 148 communities, read 2397 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Springs at Carman Oaks
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I thought is was great place and the staff were fabulous, The food was really good. The caregivers the were really good. I loved it there. It is a beautiful community with beautiful grounds and walking...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nestled at the base of Mountain Park in Lake Oswego, The Springs at Carman Oaks provides you with the perfect setting for relaxation, security, healthy living, and fun. The Springs at Carman Oaks offers resort-style living with a swimming pool and spa, outdoor covered veranda, chef-inspired...
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I moved my brother into Avamere 1 1/2 years ago and it has been fantastic. He now has help remembering to take his pills, his room gets a weekly cleaning, his bed sheets are changed every week and he gets...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Avamere at Park Place is truly an oasis in the middle of the city. Our community is adjacent to Metzger Park, with its old growth trees, wetlands, and meandering streams. Our property continues the wooded theme with large trees, mature landscaping, and our very own duck pond. Most of our resident...
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We have had a great experience at Maryville and I have had no complaints, they have been awesome. I looked at many facilities and this one just had a different atmosphere and feeling than the others. Because...
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.
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I am so impressed with staff and management at Farmington Square Beaverton, particularly during the last few days while my mother was being transferred into transitional memory care. Mom has lived there for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Farmington Square Senior Care Community is located within the heart of Beaverton. Our community is designed to provide a comfortable home in small buildings where relationships between residents and staff are personal. Our ratio of caregivers to residents is higher than industry standards and...
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With the help of caring and attentive management and staff especially [name removed], my brother is now enjoying every minute of his stay at Edgewood Point. He feels truly valued and cared for and we are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Edgewood Point Assisted Living in Beaverton, Oregon, combines the care seniors need, the convenience they value, and the independence they cherish.Edgewood Point is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our community amenities include maintenance and...
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The Springs is a very nice place for your loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of SpringRidge at Charbonneau
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SR seems to be a good place for my parents, although I don't have any basis for comparison. The staff is fantastic, the facility is aging but satisfactory.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
There's a conscious pride about SpringRidge at Charbonneau that you'll sense the minute you cross the threshold. You'll feel it in the handsome surroundings, the manicured garden courtyards, and the rich architectural detailing reminiscent of a French Country manor. Nestled on an impeccable, 10...
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They treat EVERYONE like family. I could see that my mom was always their priority over anything else. I always recommend this facility to anybody who might be looking!
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.
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I am currently a resident at Cornell Estates and everything has been great for me here at this facility so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff is also great. Based on my experience so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cornell Estates is a retirement community for active, independent seniors who no longer wish to live alone. Our facility is designed with modern comfort, safety and elegance. We are conveniently situated in a quiet residential neighborhood near Hillsboro, Oregon, offering a perfect blend of city...
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I was in the building with asst living, everyday i would go over to asst living, peaceful, friendly, just a place I want to be, The team is just that, a team that works together for me, Dallas is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Photo of Blue Haven RCF - Dallas
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Choosing to have my mom live in a memory care home was a very difficult decision. Blue Haven in Dallas came highly recommended by family because my mom and aunt were already there. [names removed] made the...
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.
Blue Haven RCF - Dallas is a beautiful 16 bed secured facility, recently renovated (finished, December, 2015), located in Dallas, Oregon. Our secured facility is ideal for seniors with Alzheimer's and other related dementia. Our building has beautiful patios where residents can six and relax...
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We chose Blue Haven because of the location as well as positive feedback from other people. They were good with communication during everything that was going on at the time. The care staff specifically were...
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.
Blue Haven RCF - Independence is a beautiful, recently renovated (finished December, 2015), 16 bed secured facility located in Independence, Oregon. Our secured facility is ideal for seniors with Alzheimer's and other related dementia. Our building has beautiful patios where residents can six and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Deer Meadow Assisted Living is a small community with a country setting and welcoming atmosphere. Our caring staff and friendly residents will make you feel right at home. Deer Meadow is conveniently located in Sheridan between the Oregon Coast and Salem. At Deer Meadow we respect each...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
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My dad has lived in Avamere for over one year. Our family decided to move him out of [removed] due to our compounding concerns for his safety, the serious under staffing at that establishment, and the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Avamere Court at Keizer is a continuous care community, offering Independent Living, Residential Care, Skilled Nursing(Rehabilitation) and long term living for those with 24 hour nursing needs. We are a smoke-free, pet friendly community!
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My parents selected this community because it felt the most like a home environment, they felt welcomed , well received, there names were used frequently in communications, and they were most responsive to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Lancaster Village & Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the lush and beautiful township of Salem, Oregon. It is housed on an extensive grounds complete with a fishing pond and numerous paths and gardens to walk through and admire. The beautiful grounds are easily...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
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I have experienced this community during the course of my work day. They’re very good. If one of my loved ones needed services, I’d be comfortable placing them here. It’s clean and the staff is friendly...
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Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mother-in-law has been living at Corvallis Caring Place for 3 years. We have been consistently impressed with the cleanliness, food, activities, and most importantly the kindness of all of the employees....
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Corvallis Caring Place, a non-profit assisted living community, is conveniently located in the heart of Corvallis, near Oregon State University, and is close to other area amenities: churches, shopping, a Senior Center, and an “over 50” Health Club. Public transportation is very close by and...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of memory care in Polk County, OR

The average cost of senior living in Polk County is $5,413 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Turner, OR with an average of $5,085 per month.

Memory care costs in Polk County, OR, vs. nearby counties

Polk County, OR
$5,413/mo
$5,474/mo

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

Polk County, OR
$5,413/mo
$5,162/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,413/mo

Memory care costs in Polk County, OR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,199/mo
Studio
$5,801/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,704/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,436/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,369/mo

Senior living costs in Polk County 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: Polk County, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typePolk County, OROregonU.S.
Memory Care$5,413/mo$5,162/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$4,916/mo$4,777/mo$4,703/mo
Independent Living$4,564/mo$4,377/mo$4,160/mo
Memory Care
Polk County, OR:$5,413/mo
Oregon:$5,162/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Polk County, OR:$4,916/mo
Oregon:$4,777/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Independent Living
Polk County, OR:$4,564/mo
Oregon:$4,377/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Memory care costs in Polk County, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Polk County 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.

Polk County, OROR stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Polk County, OR

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Polk County 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
Polk County, OR$7,702/mo$7,199/mo+7.0%
Oregon$8,374/mo$7,804/mo+7.3%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Polk County, OR
2024 average cost:$7,702/mo
2023 average cost:$7,199/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Polk County

Recent reviews for memory care in Polk County

Blue Haven RCF - Dallas

4.0
My sister lives in Blue Haven. She has been there for about three years. She now receives hospice and this facility continues to give her loving care.

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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McMinnville Memory Care

5.0
The people working at Pacifica are the best. They are all caring, loving and patient. I would never want to leave. The food is delicious (according to my mom) and nutritious and I've noticed that the menu is varied and has nice things like fresh fruit.

Polk County review score based on 438 family reviews

7.8
Review score143 facilities438 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 438 reviews of 143 Polk County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Polk County 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

Polk County review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Polk County, OR143 facilities
8.0
Falls City, OR118 facilities
8.1
Dallas, OR6 facilities

Review subcategories for Polk County 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 438 reviews of 143 Polk County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Polk County 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.
Polk County, OR averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Polk County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polk County, 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 Polk County 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 Polk County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.8%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.7%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.8%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Polk County 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 Polk County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.1%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.8%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polk County 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 Polk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.7%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
49.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.3%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.4%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Polk County 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 Polk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polk County, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.3%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
51%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polk County 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 Polk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polk County, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
72%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.9%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.5%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
70.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
46.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Polk County

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 Polk County protect seniors.
Learn about Oregon memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Windsong Memory Care at Eola Hills, The Iris Memory Care and Retirement Cottages and Jefferson Lodge are the top-rated memory care facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 148 memory care facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Polk County, Oregon are Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland and Grove Pointe Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 148 memory care facilities near you in Polk County, Oregon typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Polk County, 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 Polk County, 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 Polk County, Oregon ranges from $1225 to $15088. The average Memory Care cost in Polk County, Oregon is $5,413. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Polk County, Oregon typically starts at $1225. 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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