Chinook Place is an established assisted living and memory care community located in the scenic, rural town of Madras, Oregon. Since opening its doors in the late 1990s, Chinook Place has provided comfort and security for residents who can no longer live at home, offering a compassionate alternative for families in Central and Eastern Oregon. Tucked conveniently near the intersection of Highway 97 and Highway 26, and just a block from St. Charles Madras Hospital, the community is designed to blend the tranquility of its natural surroundings with the amenities and support seniors need.
Consisting of 30 thoughtfully designed apartments, Chinook Place includes 13 Assisted Living and 17 newly-developed Memory Care apartments. The community is situated on a beautifully landscaped property, with inviting outdoor paths and a charming gazebo within the garden, encouraging residents to enjoy the outdoors at their leisure. The building itself is a daylight ranch-style home with apartments on both upper and lower levels. Residents in lower-level suites have access to a lounge and seating area, as well as direct passage to the outside or to the stairway and elevator for convenient travel to the upper floor.
The upper level fosters a close-knit atmosphere, combining the comforts of home with community amenities such as a dining room, non-pay laundry room, and a cozy living room complete with a fireplace. Residents can gather for home-cooked meals, participate in activities, or simply relax in shared spaces. Chinook Place takes pride in its robust calendar of activities and life enrichment programming, designed around resident preferences. Daily opportunities include Bingo, live music, a variety of entertainers, and organized outings to local stores and attractions, ensuring that each resident can connect, engage, and find joy in every day.
A dedicated team of professionals provides personalized assistance with daily living and memory care, tailoring support to each resident’s unique needs. This individualized approach is grounded in comprehensive assessments and led by collaboration among the resident, their families or representatives, the community Administrator, and the care team. The service agreement and care plan are regularly updated to reflect any changes, ensuring every person receives attentive and evolving care.
Chinook Place’s pricing model combines a base rate for the apartment with an additional care rate based on the level of support required, determined through the established care plan. The community offers Medicaid-funded services for qualified Assisted Living residents, based on availability and individual suitability. The dynamic staff includes Med Aides, dietary team members, caregivers, housekeepers, and supportive volunteers—all working together to create a friendly, welcoming environment committed to exceeding the expectations of loving, thoughtful care. Chinook Place’s commitment to resident well-being, warm community atmosphere, and personalized approach has made it a trusted home for seniors and their families for decades.