Oregon is located on the West Coast in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Oregon is nicknamed the “Beaver State,” due to the large number of the animals that called the state home when the fur traders and pioneers first arrived. Oregon is a pacific playground with over 360 miles of beaches and more than 30 million acres of forest. Its larger cities like Portland and the college town of Eugene are vibrant and eclectic places with plenty of activity. Oregon’s majestic natural beauty combined with its relatively mild temperatures make the state a great place to call home and a wonderful location to retire.
Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 100 retirement communities in Oregon that offer independent living. The median monthly cost of independent living in Oregon is about $2,400.
Moving here was the best move I ever made. I have lived here for 3 years and love it. We are one big family and the staff are wonderful. We can be as active and involved as we want to be. There is always...
I would rate everything a 5, a few stumbles from the administrative staff, such as conflicting information but they were anxious to resolve miscommunication. The staff is very caring and responsive. And the...
I would say 5 for all the categories, with the exception of #5. But I will note that Mom doesn't take part in many of the activities due to her age and some health restrictions. Also, I don't really have a...
The staff is great..they are just a little short handed as are most facilities today...the food could be better...and more activities...the setting is nice..backed up to a forest with good outdoor spaces. I...
You gotta leave everyone who works here. Everyone from the admin to the caregivers treat everyone with such respect and kindness. The place is a bouqitue senior living unlike these commercial communties you...
West building is very attractive. Amenities & activities are great. The food is EXCELLENT. Do wish there were many clubs for small groups for persons with common interests. Staff always friendly, polite &...
I would say 5 for all the categories, with the exception of #5. But I will note that Mom doesn't take part in many of the activities due to her age and some health restrictions. Also, I don't really have a...
My mom is extremely happy at Morningstar. Several reasons, really. She said that, compared to her former residence , the people at Morningstar are very friendly. She feels welcome and included in all facets....
The caregivers are amazing, their ratios are much better than average, and they keep my mom active with many brain activities and physical activity. The best memory care I have seen. The environment is...
As soon as I walk in, I knew I was home. The only drawback for me was my rent. And then my health. For a single person or perhaps a couple, the apartment sizes would be adequate. Parking would be a major...
[name removed] and [name removed] were incredibly helpful through the moving process and stayed in frequent contact to ensure our questions were answered and we well cared for. I am so grateful that A Place...
The staff have all been attentive and friendly. The apartments have plenty of space in them. This has been the perfect place to live.
My mom is very happy there and she went into it very skeptical. They definitely want her over and our whole family. It has been a really good move for my mom. The staff and residents have all been wonderful....
I would recommend River Run Place to anyone looking for a assisted living facility as I have had my mother there for 3 years and have been very happy with the facility. The reason the facility is good is...
5 on each category! The place is great! The help is very good and attentive with there patients. Meals are great. The patients have a right to say no.
Independent living facilities in Oregon are not regulated by a state agency, but they must abide by local rental regulations. However, if an independent living facility shares a campus with an assisted living facility, then the assisted living unit must follow Oregon assisted living requirements.
Stand-alone independent living communities are treated the same as any ordinary apartment complex in Oregon. Therefore, independent living landlords must adhere to the state’s residential landlord and tenant regulations and provide the following to residents:[01]
Independent living residents must also adhere to their tenant duties, which include maintaining a clean, sanitary environment, using appliances in a reasonable manner, and following any requirements in their lease.[01]
Oregon independent living communities must also comply with the federal Fair Housing Act and American with Disabilities Act (ADA). This means landlords cannot discriminate due to a resident’s disability and they must provide reasonable accommodations and modifications to allow them the same rights as each resident.
A reasonable accommodation is a change in rules, policies, practices, or procedures to allow a resident with a disability an equal opportunity to use and enjoy their unit. Examples of reasonable accommodations include:[02]
A reasonable modification is a structural change to a resident’s unit or shared spaces in the community. It can offer residents with disabilities easier access. Examples of reasonable modifications include:[02]
Oregon Public Health Division
800 NE Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: 971-673-1222
Email: DirectorsOffice@odhsoha.oregon.gov
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The state of Oregon doesn’t make independent living rental inspection reports available online. However, the general public can submit a public record request and ask for an inspection report of a specific independent living community. Do note that you’ll have to pay a request fee.
If the Oregon Public Records Request Team doesn’t have the inspection report you seek, you can contact your city’s or county’s local housing authority for more information.
Oregon Revised Statutes, Residential Landlord and Tenant § 90 (1995 & rev. 2023).
Disability Rights Oregon. (2008). Fair housing handbook: reasonable accommodations and modifications.
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