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Farmington Square Gresham is an assisted living and memory care community in Gresham, OR.
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1655 North East 18th Street, Gresham, OR 97030
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents and families describe memory care that feels secure and supportive.
Several reviews mention memory care challenges like Alzheimer’s or advanced dementia, and describe staff who understand those needs. Families also specifically call out a secure unit. Others describe smooth transitions into a combined assisted-living and memory-care setting, with day-to-day engagement after move-in.
Staff help with transitions and tours during move-in planning.
A consistent thread across reviews is that sales and staff help families navigate a difficult move, including emergency placement situations and complex decision-making. Multiple reviewers describe responsive communication during the transition and staying in contact through paperwork and scheduling. Several also mention that their loved one started engaging with others quickly after moving in.
Dining draws both positive engagement and negative food complaints.
Some reviews describe residents eating together in the dining area and enjoying meals at community tables. Other reviews are more negative, including complaints about food being served cold and general dissatisfaction with food quality and snacks. Overall, meal experiences show up in reviews as a noticeable point of difference for families.
Some reviewers say help is delayed or staffing is too thin.
A number of critical reviews describe inadequate staffing and trouble getting timely assistance when residents need help. Several mention long waits for help with calls, bathrooms, or medication, and describe nights with insufficient coverage. One also raises concerns about staffing actions after Medicaid changes, linking lower support to a move into a smaller room.
Some families say cost communication was handled poorly.
Some reviewers report that cost increases were imposed with limited notice. Others describe difficulties during Medicaid transitions, including being asked to move out or being moved immediately once they went on Medicaid. Together, these comments suggest that pricing and Medicaid-related steps were stressful for families.
Cleanliness reviews are mixed, ranging from praise to serious complaints.
On one side, multiple reviews mention the facility being clean and maintained, and describe living areas as clean. On the other, several critical reviews report problems like dust and dirt, housekeeping lapses, residents left with dirty items, and even bed bugs observed during a visit. At the same time, other reviewers say the place looks well maintained, showing how uneven experiences can be.
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76 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Hospice Agency
Memory Care
Respite Care
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Pet friendly
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Portland International (10 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers Coordination with health care providers Dementia waiver
Diabetes diet Hospice waiver Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation to doctors appointments Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesFarmington Square Gresham is located at 1655 North East 18th Street, Gresham, OR 97030 in Multnomah County, Oregon
Farmington Square Gresham's array of features plays a critical role in enhancing the quality of life for residents experiencing dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Assistance with dressing, bathing, and transfers ensures that residents maintain their dignity and personal hygiene while receiving support tailored to their needs. Medication management and coordination with healthcare providers streamline medical care and ensure that prescriptions are administered correctly, reducing the risk of complications. Meal preparation and service focus on nutrition requirements specific to cognitive health, fostering physical well-being. Transportation arrangements facilitate access to medical appointments, promoting continuity of care. The 24-hour supervision provides a safe environment where residents can thrive under constant safety oversight. Programs designed for mental wellness and specialized memory care create engaging activities that stimulate cognitive function, while tailored support for those with mild cognitive impairment helps transition into more advanced stages of care seamlessly. These combined elements work synergistically to promote comfort, safety, and enhancement of daily living for residents facing memory challenges.
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