Simply the Best is a senior living facility in Beaverton, Oregon, at 3920 SW 188th Ave., and it sits among the scenic farming valleys and forests of Linn County, near the Calapooia and Willamette Rivers, so residents sometimes go on field trips to mountain falls and local spots like farmers markets, historical museums, and community theaters, which definitely helps everyone stay active and involved. The facility's known for using unique names for different homes and programs, so you'll see places like Comfort Life Home Care, Fulga's ACH, Orchard House Eldercare, and New Life Care Home, each offering a calm, private environment and tailored care in smaller, home-like settings. Everything's built with senior safety in mind, since you'll see weekly fire inspections, smoke alarms in all rooms, pull-cord devices, and emergency lockets, and they have a SALT program-Seniors and Law Enforcement Together-where residents work alongside the local police for safety education and emergency planning.
You're going to find a lot of different care types here, like assisted living, memory care, independent living, skilled nursing for complex needs, board and care homes, continuing care retirement communities, respite care, adult daycare, and hospice, so whatever level of support a person needs as they age, there are options. Specialized memory care communities have secure areas and daily memory-enhancing activities, and there's in-home care for those who still want to stay where they live with the help of trained aides. Staff includes on-call nurses, on-call doctors, and caregivers on duty around the clock-people really take the time to check in and interact regularly with each resident, paying close attention to individual needs, including diabetic care and incontinence support. Many caregivers speak Romanian, which is helpful for some families.
Rooms come in choices like private suites, companion suites, and apartments, and the buildings contain a lot of comforts, such as secure balconies with views of gardens and trails, indoor and outdoor common spaces, game rooms, laundry facilities, exercise centers, and beauty shops. There's always something to do because there's a structured activity calendar, from exercise classes and games to devotional gatherings and educational talks, plus residents can get rides to local appointments or go out on planned trips. Meals get made by chefs and nutrition planners, so food is both tasty and balanced, with choices for special diets and snacks available every day. Pet dogs are allowed, and residents even have parking available if they still drive.
Independent living is part of their services for those who don't need help with daily routines and want a maintenance-free, social lifestyle, while others may need skilled nursing care or regular help with bathing, dressing, medication, or mobility, and there are specialized homes for small groups who benefit from more daily support. Seniors who like peace and quiet sometimes choose residential board and care homes set up in normal neighborhoods. The site is wheelchair accessible, with private baths and showers, and there's respite care for short-term stays if families need a break or extra help. There's also a free SeniorAdvisor service, where local experts help families pick the right care community, which seems helpful because there are so many options with names like Barb's Quality Care II, Michelle's AFH, The White Piano, and Guardian Angel ACH, each having its own star rating, with most rated very good or excellent, though there's at least one on the low end.
Residents are encouraged to stay as independent and active as they can, with support tailored to any diagnosis, so personalized care and activities fit each person's needs, and the staff focus on heartfelt connections in a safe, comfortable place that's close to hospitals and doctors when needed. There are services all through the week from early morning to evening, and it really seems like all the care levels-whether for short-term help, long-term living, or specialized conditions like Alzheimer's-are covered. Amenities and programs aren't fancy but do support a healthy, fulfilling lifestyle and aim to keep life as comfortable and connected as possible for every senior living there.
