Oregon Assisted Living

Oregon has the privilege of being only one of three states that borders the Pacific coast on the western half of the United States. In regards to assisted living and other types of senior housing, Oregon is also the cheapest of the three states as its costs are lower than California and Washington.

Oregon is extremely beautiful with a sizable metropolitan area in Portland and many smaller communities throughout the state’s interior. While the coastal communities are known for their views of the Pacific Ocean, the rest of the state is very wooded and heavily forested.

In terms of population, Oregon has 4+ million residents. Its growth remains consistent with the rest of the United States, yet still has far less residents than Washington and California.

As a result, Oregon is known for being a little quieter than its neighbors to the north and south yet does not sacrifice any quality with its elderly care complexes. The rooms are often wonderfully furnished with plenty of amenities and services.

Monthly Costs for Assisted Living in Oregon

On average, Oregon is more than a hundred dollars cheaper each month for a room at an assisted living center compared to Washington and California. The savings are important for many families that may be on a tight budget.

The typical assisted living room in the state costs a little under $3,900 per month. It is a couple of hundred dollars above the national average, yet lower than most other parts of the Pacific west coast.

Affordable senior housing in Oregon can be found in cities like Ontario, Prineville, Grants Pass, Lincoln City and Coos Bay. The costliest units are located in places like West Linn, Happy Valley, Tualatin, Lake Oswego, and Oregon City.

The Community First Choice in Oregon can help with assisted living costs through the K Plan. The K Plan does not require that members select from a list of approved providers which is a nice feature. Members are free to select the type of assisted living facility they prefer.

Oregon Assisted Living - Different Types

Senior living facilities in Oregon are licensed by the Oregon Department of Human Services. The different types include Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs), Residential Care Facilities (RCFs) and Memory Care Communities.

Residential Care Facilities and Assisted Living Facilities provide the more traditional type of assisted living with some personal care assistance and medication management, yet are far more independent compared to nursing homes.

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