Memory Care Communities in Troutdale, Oregon

Memory Care costs in Troutdale start around $5,360 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 Troutdale 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.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Oregon page.

Troutdale is home to nearly 17,000 people and has a senior community that makes up 10 percent of the population. In Oregon, there are currently 65,000 seniors living with Alzheimer's disease, some of whom are part of Troutdale's senior population. The Alzheimer’s Association Oregon and Southwest Washington Chapter is the region's leading volunteer health organization and provides informational resources and care consultations for Troutdale seniors and families who have been affected by Alzheimer's disease. 

Troutdale has two memory care facilities, and there are more than two dozen more in the surrounding area. In Troutdale, as in all of Oregon, memory care may be provided in assisted living facilities, residential care facilities or nursing facilities.  

• The cost of living in Troutdale is high relative to the national average and the state average, which may affect the cost of memory care in the city. Healthcare expenses are relatively low in this city, coming in over 15 percent below the national median, which may offset other expenses.
• Multnomah County’s air quality is fair, with the county receiving Bs for both ozone and short-term particle pollution from the American Lung Association. This may be beneficial for seniors with a respiratory illness who are moving to memory care in Troutdale. 
• Social Security benefits are tax-exempt in Oregon, and while other types of retirement income are taxable, some seniors can claim a credit on that income. This may free up more money for memory care in Troutdale. 
• Troutdale's overall crime rate is notably higher than that of similarly sized cities across the country. The city is rated 8 out of 100, meaning that the city is safer than 8 percent of U.S. cities of all sizes, and only 8 percent of Oregon cities have higher crime rates than Troutdale. Families researching memory care in Troutdale may want to ensure that the facility they choose has security measures in place to keep residents safe.