Golden Acres has several types of senior living options, so you see folks living fairly independently in some apartments, and right nearby, you might find seniors needing memory care living in safe, supervised areas with special programs for people with dementia or Alzheimer's, where staff watch over them all day and night and the environment helps keep them calm and secure. They also have assisted living services, which means someone can help you with getting dressed, taking your medicine, eating meals, or keeping clean, all the daily things that can get harder with age, and if someone's needs change, you don't have to move far because Golden Acres includes continuing care retirement communities that let you stay right there while getting more care as time goes on. There are smaller board and care homes too, where just a few people get daily help in a comfortable house setting, giving it a homey feeling and more personal attention. People who are still active and like doing things on their own might want independent living, which comes with maintenance-free apartments, social activities, and even resort-like features, but if someone gets sick or needs more help, skilled nursing offers 24-hour medical attention, nursing care, rehabilitation, and help with wounds. No matter which area someone lives in at Golden Acres, there are staff trained to help with meals, medicine, or just getting around, and there are always chances to join group activities if you'd like some company. The main thing at Golden Acres is there's a place for you whether you're healthy and active or if you need a lot of help, and staff there support you as your needs change, so you don't have to start over somewhere new if your situation shifts.
Mixed care; unsafe, run-down facility
I wanted to like this place but my experience was mixed. Many staff felt young and inexperienced and were often distracted by phones; communication with families was poor and, in my view, a serious incident involving a resident's death was mishandled with delayed discovery/notification. Some evenings the staff were genuinely caring and adaptive, and the activities and food can be good, but the building is old and run-down with tiny rooms and shared baths, cleanliness and safety (bullying, transport nightmares) were real concerns. Central location and price are positives, but overall the care felt unreliable and sometimes unsafe.
Pricing
$4,770+/mo | Semi-private | Assisted Living | ||
$5,724+/mo | 1 Bedroom | Assisted Living |
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Amenities
Healthcare services
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Assistance with bathing
- Assistance with dressing
- Assistance with transfers
- Medication management
- Mental wellness program
Healthcare staffing
- 24-hour call system
- 24-hour supervision
Meals and dining
- Diabetes diet
- Meal preparation and service
- Restaurant-style dining
- Special dietary restrictions
Room
- Cable
- Fully furnished
- Housekeeping and linen services
- Kitchenettes
- Telephone
- Wifi
Common areas
- Beauty salon
- Dining room
- Garden
- Outdoor space
- Small library
Community services
- Move-in coordination
Activities
- Community-sponsored activities
- Resident-run activities
- Scheduled daily activities
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About Golden Acres
People often ask...
Golden Acres offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,770 per month.
Golden Acres offers assisted living, memory care, and board and care.
The full address for this community is 12839 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland, OR, 97236.
Yes, Golden Acres offers respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
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