Laurelhurst Village is an assisted living community in Portland, OR.
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3120 South East Stark, Portland, OR 97214
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
2.9 from 85 reviews
5 stars
29
4 stars
9
3 stars
3
2 stars
13
1 stars
31
Overall Review of Laurelhurst Village
common18 reviews mention this
Staff compassion and attentiveness
Many residents and families describe nurses and CNAs as caring and responsive to daily needs.
Several reviews say the staff is attentive, warm, and professional, with caregivers actively helping with day-to-day needs. Multiple reviewers highlight specific nurse, CNA, and therapy team members for being kind, explaining what to expect, and staying engaged during recovery. A few reviews also mention that even when staffing felt strained, workers were doing their best to meet needs. Overall, positive staff experiences are a consistent part of what people remember.
common7 reviews mention this
Therapy supports recovery goals
Residents commonly credit physical and occupational therapy with helping them regain mobility and independence.
Reviews frequently describe therapy as a key strength, especially physical therapy and occupational therapy during rehab stays. Several people mention making progress toward discharge goals and being more able to function after sessions. Some reviews include a mixed note where therapy quality varies by team or timing, but the overall pattern still points to therapy as helpful. For families focused on rehab after surgery or injury, therapy is a major talking point.
common7 reviews mention this
Clean rooms and common areas
A number of reviews highlight a clean environment with comfortable, well-kept rooms.
Many reviewers mention cleanliness—clean rooms, fresh-smelling areas, and a generally well-kept facility. A few reviews also describe large rooms and quiet settings that made recovery feel more manageable. Some comments temper this with notes about the building’s condition or needing upkeep outdoors. Even with those caveats, cleanliness remains one of the more consistently positive observations.
caveat10 reviews mention this
Food quality is hit-or-miss
Food quality and meal timing draw frequent complaints, including reports of meals arriving cold.
A recurring theme is dissatisfaction with the food, with multiple reviews calling meals bad or unappetizing. Others describe meals being late or cold when delivered to rooms, which families link to a frustrating daily experience. Some reviewers say food was generally acceptable or sometimes good, but those positive notes don’t outweigh the number of complaints. Meal service is one area where reviewers describe inconsistency.
caveat12 reviews mention this
Call-button response takes too long
Several reviews describe long waits for help after pressing call buttons, especially for bathroom assistance.
Many negative reviews focus on delays getting assistance, including long waits to respond to call buttons and help with toileting. Some families describe nights or stretches where help wasn’t provided quickly enough, leading to accidents or emergency follow-up. A few reviews connect the problem to short staffing or unorganized care, while others specifically question whether caregivers are checking call systems in a timely way. Even some reviews that praise staff describe moments of waiting, making responsiveness a major concern for residents and families.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.
Features
Housing
64 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
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
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Portland International (5 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
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
Diabetes diet
Hospice care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Baby Doll Pizza (0.2 miles)
Bluto's (0.2 miles)
Guero (0.3 miles)
Screen Door Eastside (0.5 miles)
Stammtisch (0.5 miles)
Fire on the Mountain (0.8 miles)
Belmont Station (0.8 miles)
Parks
Laurelhurst Park (0.5 miles)
Oregon Park (0.6 miles)
Colonel Summers Park (0.7 miles)
Mt. Tabor Park (1.6 miles)
Normandale Park (1.7 miles)
Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park (1.9 miles)
Alberta Park (2.1 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.6 miles)
Fred Meyer Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
Fred Meyer Pharmacy (1 miles)
Rite Aid (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
Brooklyn Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
Walgreens (1.7 miles)
Cafes
Common Grounds Coffee House (0.9 miles)
Coava Coffee Roasters (1.4 miles)
Peet's Coffee and Tea (1.4 miles)
Dutch Bros Coffee (1.4 miles)
Starbucks (1.7 miles)
Portland Cà Phê (2 miles)
Dutch Bros Coffee (2 miles)
Physicians
Richmond Family Health Center (1.1 miles)
Legacy Medical Group (1.3 miles)
Family Medical Group, PC (1.6 miles)
ZoomCare (2.2 miles)
Legacy Medical Group-Emanuel (2.4 miles)
To Summy Od Myoptic Optometry Dr Summy To Optometrist Portland (2.8 miles)
Good Samaritan Building 1 (3.2 miles)
Transportation
TriMet Hollywood/NE 42nd Ave Transit Center (1.2 miles)
Laurelhurst Village on seniors.fyi includes 17 photos including images showing dining, interior, windows, patio, exercise equipment, garden, architecture, decor, and more.
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