Clatsop Care Center Health District sits in a historic building in the heart of Astoria, Oregon, where it's been serving people in Clatsop County since 1979, and over the years, it's kept a family-oriented and home-like setting for folks who need different types of care all in one place, like in-home care services, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care, and there's even a retirement village called Clatsop Care Retirement Village with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units for people looking for more independence. There's a strong focus on keeping people close to their families and friends, which matters to many, and they help residents move between care programs, like short-term rehab, assisted living, memory care, or in-home care, as their needs change, so people don't have to leave Clatsop County as they get older or need more help. The campus has several parts, such as Clatsop Care Health & Rehabilitation for health and rehabilitation needs, and Clatsop Care Memory Community, which includes a secured Alzheimer's unit for people who need specialized memory care, and the staff, trained in partnership with Aidan Health Services, Inc. and Consonus Health Care, work around the clock to provide support, offer therapy, manage medications, and help with everyday activities.
The environment stays clean and well-managed, and the place encourages a spirit of community among residents, staff, and families, who are all part of the care process. Strong ties with local hospitals, mental health professionals, and end-of-life care providers mean residents get a bigger team to support their health. Services go beyond medical care, too, with licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapy, plus activities like music, daily exercise classes, news and coffee hours, gardening, and pet therapy, and spiritual needs are met through Bible study and church services. People who need short-term stays, like after hospital visits, can use respite care, and those who need long-term support, such as rehab after a surgery or ongoing skilled nursing for chronic illness, find a place here, whether they pay privately or use Medicare or Medicaid.
There's a strong mission to provide compassionate care, put the person first, and treat everyone with respect and dignity, and care plans change as a person's needs grow, which means residents can stay in a familiar place for as long as possible. The leadership and medical director keep a close eye on the quality of medical care, making sure evaluations happen before therapy and that therapy goals are set with the person and their family involved. Amenities include a beauty salon, dining rooms, group activities, outdoor spaces, and outings, all to help residents feel comfortable and engaged. The district trains certified nurses, keeps a regular staff of experienced professionals, and works hard to offer a safe and supportive place for older adults to live, recover, and connect with others.
