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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.
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Prestige Huntington Terrace is excellent. It's an elderly community, and the activities and everything else are related to the age of the people who live here, as you would expect. Everything is as...
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.
Prestige Senior Living Huntington Terrace (A) Gresham, OR Prestige Senior Living Huntington Terrace offers assisted living in elegant yet homey surroundings in Gresham Oregon. Gresham is located just a short distance from the dining and cultural activities in Portland, it is a quick jaunt to...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Awakened Reflections ACH Awakened Reflections is located in Gresham, OR in Multnomah County. This adult care home provides care and support in an area that is located just east of Portland. Those who spend time in Gresham appreciate the fact that it is so close to the city and all that it...
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My grandmother lived in this home for almost 4 years, to the end of her life. Our family was VERY pleased with the care! Owner is an RN and very "in tune" with her residents and their needs. Husband and wife...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Located in Gresham, Oregon, Campan's Care Home is a long term senior living facility specializing in adult foster care. A small facility with only five rooms means that can we make sure that your seniors receive the attention that they truly need. Each resident gets their own private room...
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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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Since he moved in, the staff have all taken very good care on my uncle. His needs have changed since he moved in and they do a very good job of adjusting and adapting to the situation. The place is very...
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.
Grace Place is a small community with a big heart. We are located on the north side of Estacada, Oregon just a mile east of the Clackamas River. We are 25 miles from downtown Portland so the many cultural and recreational activities offered there are within easy reach. Estacada is near the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Clay Court AFH is a thriving assisted living community located in Gresham, Oregon. We specialize in quality Alzheimer's Care services such as memory care exercises and treatment. While our attention and expertise are not solely focused on patients that have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's, the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Kelso, OR

The average cost of senior living in Kelso is $4,233 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sandy, OR with an average of $4,245 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Kelso, OR vs. nearby cities

Kelso, OR
$4,233/mo
$4,245/mo
$4,261/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Kelso, OR vs. the state and national average

Kelso, OR
$4,233/mo
$4,593/mo
U.S. national average
$4,596/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Kelso vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,233/mo
$4,952/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Kelso, OR by room type

Semi-Private
$6,133/mo
Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$4,826/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,123/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,354/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Kelso over time

Kelso, OROR stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Kelso, OR

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Kelso.

What families are saying about assisted living in Kelso

Recent reviews for assisted living in Kelso

Avamere at Cascadia in Sandy, OR

4.9
What our family likes the most about the Avamere at Cascadia community is the friendly like atmosphere. The people there are always willing to help, smiling faces say a lot...We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

Cedar Hills in Portland, OR

4.5
The staff at this care home work with the family. They are flexible and get to know the residents. There is a Registered Nurse on site. The community is clean as they are particular about the environment. They are knowledgeable about the rules and regulations in Oregon. The food seems healthy ...
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Senior Haven in Portland, OR

5.0
The community and activities director is very accommodating to my loved one's requests. The value is good. I think Senior Haven provides high level care. There are patios available off of the resident's rooms. They even hung décor in my loved one's rooms.

Kelso review score based on 51 family reviews

6.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 51 reviews of 32 Kelso assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Kelso review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Kelso review score compared against nearby cities

6.5
Kelso, OR32 facilities
8.9
Sandy, OR17 facilities
5.8
Estacada, OR52 facilities

Review subcategories for Kelso assisted living

When assisted living 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 51 reviews of 32 Kelso assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Kelso resident and family assisted living 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.
Kelso, OR averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
3.5
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.5
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.3
4.0
Value for cost*
3.5
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Kelso assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kelso assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kelso, 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 Kelso assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Kelso that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kelso, ORNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
51.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.4%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.4%
56.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.8%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.1%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kelso assisted living

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 Kelso Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kelso, ORNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.9%
50.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.8%
31.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.4%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kelso assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kelso partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kelso, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
39.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Kelso assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kelso communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.9%
30.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.1%
41.3%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kelso assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Kelso offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
30.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.4%
29.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
48.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
51.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.3%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
33.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
43.8%
46%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
28.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.6%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
44.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Kelso

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Oregon assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Kelso protect seniors.

Learn about Oregon Assisted Living regulations

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