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Nancy

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Farmington Square - Gresham

It has been over a year that my sister with dementia has lived at Farmington Square Gresham. From our first contact with Pearla, we have been happy and relieved and confident with the care she...

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Joanne

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Maple Grove Memory Care

My friend is here. It is absolutely amazing. They are the most caring people I've come across. They're feeding her, they're doing her laundry, and they're doing all the regular stuff. I've never...

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Nancy

I visited this facility

Review of The Cottages Senior Living

I checked on The Cottages Senior Living yesterday. They currently have no availability at the moment. The tour was nice though. Everything seemed comfortable and secure. The building itself was fine.

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Cities in Oregon

Clackamas

$6,970

Happy Valley

$6,474

Sandy

$6,395

Portland

$6,109

US

$5,694

Gresham

$5,670

Troutdale

$5,360

Milwaukie

$4,953

Paying for Memory Care in Gresham

Memory Care costs in Gresham start around $5,670 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Gresham and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Gresham

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Oregon page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

A strategy that includes public and private payment options helps many seniors and families cover memory care costs in Gresham. State and federal health insurance programs reduce out-of-pocket care costs for many residents, while our proprietary Caring.com database finds over a dozen local facilities that accept veterans’ benefits. Additionally, seniors have several options for using personal income and assets to pay for care.

  • Medicaid: Oregon’s Medicaid program has two programs that pay for memory care services for qualified individuals, the K Plan and the Aging and Physically Disabled Waiver. These programs include benefits such as case management, personal care, transition services and meals.
  • Medicare: Medicare doesn’t pay for standard nonmedical memory care services. However, it can reduce out-of-pocket costs on durable medical equipment, medication administration fees, skilled nursing and rehabilitative therapies.
  • VA Benefits: The Geriatrics and Extended Care program covers custodial care costs, while the VA’s Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits increase qualified veterans’ monthly pensions. This added income helps pay for housing, personal care, meals and recreational services.
  • Private payments: Memory care centers accept private payments toward all expenses, including housing, personal care and recreational activities. These payments come from residents’ monthly income, retirement savings, proceeds from selling a home or long-term care insurance.

Free Memory Care Resources in Gresham

Gresham and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Gresham, please visit our Memory Care in Oregon page.

What to Consider About Memory Care in Gresham

In 2018, there were an estimated 65,000 people age 65 and older in Oregon with Alzheimer's disease, and this number is expected to increase by 29.2 percent by the year 2025. In the city of Gresham, seniors in this age group account for almost 13 percent of the population

For families seeking memory care services in the area, there are over 30 different memory care facilities available in Gresham and nearby towns, such as Beaverton and Troutdale. In Gresham and throughout Oregon, the Oregon Department of Human Services licenses memory care facilities as assisted living facilities (ALFs), residential care facilities (RCFs) or nursing facilities. All facilities offering memory care services in Oregon must receive a special endorsement on their licenses and follow state-specific rules for providing memory care.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Gresham

Benefits

  • Gresham seniors don’t pay state income taxes on their Social Security benefits, and those who meet income-based criteria can claim a 9% tax credit on their pension income. This leaves more money in the budget for local memory care expenses.
  • Gresham’s mild weather often appeals to seniors sensitive to extreme temperatures. Daytime temperatures range from 43 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter to 84 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer, and the city rarely experiences noticeable humidity.
  • Gresham earns a rating of 58 on the AARP Livability Index, ranking in the top half of U.S. cities for favorability for seniors. Several factors influence this score, including the city’s high hospital patient satisfaction percentage, the low preventable hospitalization rate and access to ADA-accessible transportation.

Drawbacks

  • Gresham reports around 34 crimes per 1,000 people and around 159 incidents per square mile every year. Fortunately, memory care centers promote residents’ safety through around-the-clock monitoring, and our proprietary Caring.com database finds nearly a dozen gated facilities in the Gresham region.
  • Overall living expenses in Gresham exceed the national norm by around 25%, impacting affordability for memory care residents. To help residents budget for living and care expenses, many facilities provide all-inclusive pricing and accept Medicaid.  

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Gresham

Gresham-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Oregon are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Oregon page for more information about these laws.

Gresham Memory Care Services and Amenities

A memory care facility’s services and amenities contribute to residents’ overall experience and quality of life. When choosing local memory care centers, families typically prioritize those that offer thoughtful floor plans, around-the-clock support and evidence-based therapies and recreation. Additionally, facilities foster a nurturing environment through individualized care and highly trained staff members. These features promote comfort and cognitive engagement for those with memory loss.

  • 24/7 supervision: Awake caregivers provide assistance and monitoring all day and night.
  • Enhanced security: Motion sensors, surveillance cameras and alarm systems address the risk of unsafe wandering.
  • Personalized care plans: Tailored service plans honor residents’ abilities while providing support with day-to-day activities.
  • Specialized caregivers: All caregivers complete at least 10 hours of dementia-related training as well as ongoing education programs to promote a high standard of care.
  • Memory-friendly design: Clean signage, simple layouts and visual cues encourage self-direction and minimize confusion.
  • Engaging activities: Brain games, memory-based activities and art and music therapies foster cognitive engagement.  

Reach out to a Caring.com Family Advisor to learn more about the features memory care centers offer or to get help with comparing options in the Gresham region.

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