Senior Living Advisor in Portland, OR

Cost of Living

Choosing housing that’s affordable for you is critical, and your Portland certified advisor for senior living can help you do that. The average monthly cost for assisted living in Portland is $4,975. In most cases, monthly fees include housing, activities, transportation, meals, maintenance, and light housekeeping.

Factors that might have an impact on the monthly cost include amenities, the size of your unit or apartment, privacy (willingness to share a unit will drive down costs), pets, and how much help you need with your daily activities like getting dressed and bathing.

Local Hospitals and Medical Care

One advantage of moving into a senior living community is that some of your healthcare needs can be met without having to leave home, as primary care physicians often complete monthly rounds to their patients. However, it’s still important to share any chronic illnesses or complex medical needs with your Portland senior living advocate and advisor, so they can help you screen communities for proximity to healthcare services.

A U.S. News & World report ranks hospitals based on their management of complex and life-threatening health conditions. According to its ranking system, these are the five highest-performing hospitals in Portland:

• OHSU Hospital
• Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
• Providence Portland Medical Center
• Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
• Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center

Weather and Climate

If you enjoy spending time outside, your Portland senior living care advisor will help you find a care community that offers ample opportunity for outdoor activity in the most comfortable months in the area. Portland’s BestPlaces Comfort Index is 7.5, which means it’s more comfortable than most cities in Oregon. The best months to spend time outside are April through October, and most senior living communities will plan outdoor activities and area outings during those months.

Transportation

Be sure to let your senior living housing advisor in Portland know about your transportation needs so they can help you find the right fit. In most cases, the senior living community you choose – whether independent living, assisting living, or long-term care – will get you where you need to go at no additional cost. However, some seniors and their families like and want access to public transportation, and Portland’s transit options don’t disappoint.