Larson Creek Retirement Center sits over on Ellendale Drive in Medford and has a three-story building surrounded by trees and quiet views that make the place feel peaceful and settled, which is important when you want somewhere calm to live. This senior community has options for people who want to live on their own but who might also like some help now and then, like with dressing or remembering medicine, and there's both independent living and different levels of care, so folks with needs like memory care or even hospice can find support. The apartments mostly have kitchens or kitchenettes, sprinklers, air conditioning, emergency pull cords, and are set up for safety, so you know the basics are covered, and if you like to do things yourself, there's laundry on site and places to garden, plus places for pets, because some people want their pets around even when they get older. There's a community room for games, meals, or parties, and an elevator, locked doors, and indoor mailboxes, making everything a bit more convenient and safe.
The staff here have training in memory care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's, and they keep care plans tailored to each person, so they're not taking a one-size-fits-all approach, and the center also connects to the Lifespan Respite Network, which can be handy for short stays or when caregivers need a break. For activities, there's always something from arts and crafts to fitness rooms and group outings, and you'll find health and wellness programs, social events, and even a salon or barbershop-there's usually an effort to keep things interesting and get people moving or talking to each other. The kitchen staff focus on good, balanced meals and the dining area gives people a place to gather and relax over food. Medical services show up too, with nurses, medication support, wound care, and even podiatry and occupational therapy, so it's not just about having a room but having the right kind of help around when you need it.
People can try out different floor plans and pay in a way that suits their situation, with more details if you ask for them, and the building is smoke-free and kept clean, and it's got things set up so people can have visitors or get out for shopping or appointments, even providing transportation. Residents on the waiting list go through certain move-in steps, and there are video tours for folks who can't visit in person right away. Larson Creek gets good recognition, like the Best of Senior Living award, and makes an effort to include everyone, helping people with varying needs live as well as possible, and there's a real sense that neighbors look out for each other too. The managers keep an eye on everything, fixing things and making sure rules are followed, but if you need to double check on safety or licensing matters, it's wise to ask because those details require up-to-date confirmation.
