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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Polk County, OR

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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 $7,305 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 141 communities, read 2605 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Salem, Corvallis and McMinnville.

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Photo of Faye Wright Senior Living
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55 Floor plans available
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8.8
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My husband has been at Faye Wright since January. It was a little rocky at first with a lack of attention from the administrative staff, but a new director was put in place and things improved. The facility...
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.
Faye Wright Senior Living offers a community style setting allowing residents the luxury of knowing a trained staff member is always close by, ready and willing to help. At Fay Wright Senior Living it is our belief that life should be enriching. Our policy is to provide great food, life-enriching...
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8.8
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28 reviews
8.8
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It was very close to where my mom lives so it is easier for her to go see him and help. Mostly for location. I would recommend others. I do think the building needs some TLC, the carpeting in the common...
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.
Welcome to Cascades of Stayton, a senior living community in Stayton, Oregon. We offer independent living and assisted living that helps older adults live well – now and in the future. Through every step of the aging journey, we are here to encourage residents’ independence through a personally...
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1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.6
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34 reviews
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The most incredible experience and such a gift to have my moms last months of life spent there. Staff cried when she passed. They treated her with such love and respect. The apartment was stunning, clean and...
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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Photo of Regent Court
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8.6
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The staff were always polite and helpful. They responded to any concerns we had. The fact that they don't have any private rooms might be a concern for some. I was concerned about it, but it turned out to be...
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.
Regent Court is a senior living community located in the city of Corvallis, Oregon in the county of Benton. Seniors living at Regent Court always feel secure knowing that the Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center is just one block away from their community. This ensures that seniors always have...
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8.6
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We have been very happy with my Aunts placement at Cherrywood! They have all been so caring and attentive to her care. The activities they offer for residents to get out, and options for activities while...
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.
Going through the journey of Alzheimer's disease is complicated. This knowledge was the inspiration for the design and completion of The Cherrywood. From the moment you arrive you will notice the difference that sets The Cherrywood apart from all other communities. As you walk in the parking lot...
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22 Floor plans available
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8.5
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Brookstone is an amazing care facility. My husband has been there almost a year. The staff are great, providing excellent care and services. Very professional, loving and caring. I've watched them, first...
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.
The decisions surrounding Alzheimer's Disease and other dementia's are some of the most difficult that a family must make. Brookstone Alzheimer's Special Care Center is specially designed and devoted exclusively to the care of those suffering from this disease and other memory loss. We are a...
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8.5
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5 - my father, in his diminished capacity, is a handful and I admire the way they are able to redirect him and head off the behavioral issues.
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.
At Silver Creek Senior Living, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Woodburn area. We are located in the Willamette...
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Photo of Emerald Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.5
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All the staff treat you like family, they always speak but most of all they care about the residents there! It's always clean! They have a lot of activities for the residents and some we get to enjoy with...
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.
Nestled on acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet residential area, Emerald Gardens is one of Woodburn's premiere senior living communities located at the heart of the Willamette Valley. Your Home. We are a community where you have a sense of place and belonging. Our residents have...
Photo of Avamere at Hillsboro
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8.5
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Best location, beautiful memory, care, incredible staff. It just felt right from the moment I walked in and the tour made me sure of my decision.
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.
In the Assisted Living apartment building, 24 hour care services are available to residents. A licensed nurse is present in the community during the weekday, and is only a phone call away for consultation at anytime.
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Photo of Bonaventure of Tigard
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.5
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23 reviews
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My mom lives at Bonaventure in Tigard. She’s 90 years old and has been doing so good. She is involved in several activities a week. Everyone is friendly and kind. They offer several activities and outings...
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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Photo of Lakeview Senior Living
1111 Photos available
8.4
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It was a perfect transition from rehabilitation hospital ( several months) back to the real world. While at Lakeview, my sister-in-law was busy, engaged, and began advocating for herself . She gradually...
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.
At Lakeview Senior Living in Lakewood, residents can choose the size of apartment that best suits their needs, from a 473-square foot studio apartment , or two different plans for one bedroom/one bath apartments, or two sizes of two bedroom two bath apartments, the largest at 1,224 square feet....
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Sherwood
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21 reviews
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My mother has recently moved into the memory care side of the Merrill Gardens building. The staff who take care of the people there are doing everything that they can to make her feel at home-they do a great...
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.
Merrill Gardens SherwoodWe offer quality senior living in the heart of one of Sherwood's most popular neighborhoods, Edy Ridge. Explore our quality independent senior living, assisted living, and memory care lifestyle options from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.
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Photo of Holi Senior Living
99 Photos available
8.0
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21 reviews
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Staff= most of them very friendly, very attentive but corporate has come in recently and set up shop and those people don't smile, they seem very unapproachable but the day to day staff are wonderful and...
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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Photo of Fircrest Senior Living
22 Photos available
8.0
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The staff are very caring and kind, which we truly appreciate. There have been a few times where communication could have been a bit better, and we've occasionally needed to follow up on housekeeping to make...
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.
Assisted Care At FirCrest you will find apartments that are warm, spacious and inviting. Our studio and one bedroom apartments are specially designed to encourage the feeling of home. FirCrest is designed for those seniors who want to enjoy the comforts of home while getting the support they...
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Photo of Maple Valley Memory Care
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What I can say is out of all the rest homes I have been to with my husband as a patient Maple Valley is by far the best because the person in charge is there interacting with the patients and the people that...
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.
Photo of Prestige Senior Living West Hills
1414 Photos available
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5 stars. The staff and care exceeds expectations food and room are great. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for themselves or a loved one.
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 West Hills (A) Corvallis, OR Prestige Senior Living West Hills is an assisted living community located in Corvallis Oregon. Corvallis provides all of the advantages to living near a university yet retains in small town charm. We are located just a few miles from the Oregon...
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Photo of Country Meadows Village
3333 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.0
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This is reasonably priced and the staff I deal with are accommodating. They have our apts cleaned weekly and keep the common areas clean. We have out of town guest preform some sort of music in the central...
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.
Country Meadows Village Retirement Community is located in the vibrant and beautiful community of Woodburn, Oregon. Our picturesque retirement village is located on beautifully lush and sprawling grounds filled with garden paths and well-maintained and groomed topiaries. Only a short ride away...
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Photo of The Oaks at Lebanon
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8.0
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My mother in law moved into the independent residence part of the Oaks at Lebanon a few years ago. After about six months she transferred to the Assisted Living side. The staff and administrators are great....
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.
The Oaks at Lebanon is an independent and assisted living community in Lebanon, Oregon. Lebanon is a charming city, located outside of Salem and highly regarded for its high quality of life. Home to the World's Largest Strawberry Shortcake Festival, Lebanon is a fun and vibrant city with nearly...
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Photo of Sapphire at Bridgecreek
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Everything is going good. My aunt is doing good there. She's thriving much more than she was at home so thank you. I would recommend the facility. They've been very good to me and my aunt.
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.
Bridgecreek Memory Care is a Sapphire Health Services community, specializing in Alzheimer's and dementias. We are a cozy 58 bed community with a large, secured, outdoor area for our residents to walk and participate in outdoor gardening, birdwatching or socializing.Bridgecreek utilizes our...
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Photo of Oswego Place Assisted Living Community
99 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
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In the interview they seemed friendly and able to. Handle my care needs. I would recommend, only if they are promently independent and not needing assisted living or more over sight.
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Oswego Place Assisted Living. Life is good here in our community, and we like...
Photo of Rosewood Park
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I moved to Rosewood Park one year ago. I am so happy here and with my apartment. The staff is awesome, everyone so friendly and helpful,I cannot say enough wonderful things about everyone. The food has...
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.
Rosewood Park is a community consisting of 84 Retirement apartments and 82 Assisted Living apartments. Each community, retirement and assisted living, offers 1 and 2 bedroom units and some studio style apartments. Residents receive our Rosewood Park Hospitality package consisting of three...
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The Stratford has beautiful facilities, full menu in dining room, lots of activities. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
Among The Best Of Retirement Communities In Lake Oswego, OROur facility ranks among the best retirement communities in Oregon, creating a relaxing, yet active environment. We have an experienced, friendly staff to suit your needs, as well as a variety of activities and amenities to keep you...
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Overall experience- 5 Cleanliness- 5 the facility is clean and has a homey feel. It doesn't feel like an institution; more like a nice hotel. Friendliness- 5 Quality of care - 5 the staff seems to care about...
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.
All the Comforts of HomeFrom the moment you arrive and see the spacious and elegant common rooms and the storybook outdoor courtyard with mature trees and fragrant flowers, you will get the impression this is a place that goes above and beyond your average personal care and memory care...
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99 Photos available
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7.5
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I have been in both assisted living and independent living. The staff is wonderful, the food varies. They run out of things sometimes, like crackers, milk, ice cream. Looking for a new chef. I'm heading back...
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 Regency Woodland
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7.5
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Thankful to have moved my dad to Regency Woodland in Salem. They seem to have more caring and consistent staff and definitely help to keep my dad's apartment clean and keep a close eye on him.
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.
Regency Woodland's assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home, yet don't need...
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Cost of memory care in Polk County, OR

The average cost of senior living in Polk County is $7,305 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls City, OR with an average of $7,184 per month.

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

Polk County, OR
$7,305/mo

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

Polk County, OR
$7,305/mo
$8,536/mo
U.S. national average
$7,121/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,305/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,858/mo
Studio
$7,145/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,110/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$7,305/mo$8,536/mo$7,121/mo
Assisted Living$6,291/mo$6,983/mo$5,909/mo
Independent Living$3,014/mo$3,354/mo$3,532/mo
Memory Care
Polk County, OR:$7,305/mo
Oregon:$8,536/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Assisted Living
Polk County, OR:$6,291/mo
Oregon:$6,983/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Independent Living
Polk County, OR:$3,014/mo
Oregon:$3,354/mo
U.S.:$3,532/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.

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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 average 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$7,932/mo$7,431/mo+6.7%
Oregon$7,241/mo$6,584/mo+10.0%
National$6,136/mo$5,724/mo+7.2%
Polk County, OR
2024 average cost:$7,932/mo
2023 average cost:$7,431/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$7,241/mo
2023 average cost:$6,584/mo
Percent change:+10.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,136/mo
2023 average cost:$5,724/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
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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 358 family reviews

7.8
Review score141 facilities358 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 358 reviews of 141 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, OR141 facilities
8.0
Yamhill County, OR49 facilities
7.7
Marion County, OR247 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 358 reviews of 141 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
3.0
3.7
Friendliness
3.1
3.8
Care services
2.8
3.4
Staff
2.9
3.6
Meals & dining
2.6
3.3
Activities
2.7
3.3
Value for cost*
2.7
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

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
83%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.3%
47.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.7%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.1%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.8%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.6%
69.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*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
73.8%
72.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.7%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.8%
68.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.5%
26.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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
19.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
51.8%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.9%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.7%
23.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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
39.7%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.9%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
53.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.1%
23.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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
75.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.6%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.9%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.8%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.8%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75.2%
59.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66%
39.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.2%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.6%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.9%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
71.6%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
49.6%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.7%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.5%
46.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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

The Iris Memory Care and Retirement Cottages, Heron Pointe Senior Living and Jefferson Lodge are the top-rated memory care facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See full list of communities.
There are 141 memory care facilities near Polk County, Oregon. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Polk County, Oregon is Grove Pointe Senior Living. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 141 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 $$1,200 to $$9,140. The average Memory Care cost in Polk County, Oregon is $7,305. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Polk County, Oregon typically starts at $$1,200. 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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