Avamere at St. Helens

Avamere at St. Helens sits in Saint Helens, Oregon, offering a mix of independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care, with 78 rooms for residents, so people can choose what best fits their needs as they change, and there's a small number of beds set aside for high-level care. The building features different floor plans, including studio, alcove, and one-bedroom apartments in assisted living, deluxe one-bedroom assisted living units, and independent living cottages for those wanting more privacy, with shared and personal suites available in memory care. The community earned a 2020 Silver Quality Award, showing they follow recognized quality standards. Safety is a major focus, since the building uses advanced safety features, 24-hour staff, an emergency call system, and secure environments across all care types, especially for residents who need extra supervision. Residents get housekeeping and maintenance, plus transportation to stores, local appointments, or around town. The staff helps with medication reminders, health and wellness checks, and personalized care plans, supporting activities of daily living for those in assisted living. People with dementia can get specialized support in the memory care community, which uses the Dementia Live program to train staff and improve care, and some rooms are set up for those needing more medical support, because there's on-site skilled nursing care offered around the clock. There's a strong focus on social life, with a busy calendar of events, restaurant-style dining, communal indoor spaces, outdoor courtyards, fitness classes, and exercise programs fit for various ability levels. The building's designed to be cozy and comfortable, with spaces for group activities as well as quiet relaxation, supporting both independence and community. Amenities aim to balance comfort with safety, letting older adults enjoy privacy and still have immediate help if needed, and the whole campus runs under the management of Areté Living.