Care Facilities
Long-term care is a range of social and medical services for people with chronic illnesses, physical or cognitive disabilities. Oregon offers services in a range of settings to people who need assistance with daily activities. If your income and resources meet state and federal guidelines, we may also be able to help you pay for care in the setting of your choice.
For general information and assistance, you may contact us at 503-640-3489.
Public Disclosure Notice:
Washington County Department of Disability, Aging & Veteran Services maintains "public disclosure files" on all care facilities licensed by the Department of Seniors & People with Disabilities, State of Oregon Department of Human Services.
These public disclosure files include information such as: completed investigations on complaints; results of the most recent licensing survey; SPD Central Office actions taken against a care facility; and conditions placed on the facility. You may view these public disclosure files at the administrative office at 133 SE Second Avenue, Hillsboro, OR - Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Adult Day Services
Adult day services can help people with physical and cognitive impairments remain independent. Services are offered in a variety of centers around the state. Day service participants often have difficulty performing familiar daily tasks, have lost initiative, motivation or memory, or need a safe environment with supervision.
Adult day programs typically provide socialization, reminiscing, recreational exercise, counseling, support groups, information, nutritious meals and snacks, health monitoring and art/music therapy. For more information, Lifeworks Northwest, Older Adult Services Center, (503) 641-1475.
Adult Foster Homes
Adult foster homes are private homes with family-style living, offering room, board and physical care for up to five people 24 hours a day. Adult Foster homes are licensed, inspected, and monitored by Washington County Department of Disability, Aging & Veteran Services.
A wide variety of residents are served in Adult Foster homes, from those needing only room, board and minimal personal assistance to those residents needing full personal care and skilled nursing tasks. The care provided depends on the residents' needs and the skills, abilities, and training of the provider.
For a list of Adult Foster Homes in Washington County.
For a free guide on Oregon Adult Foster Homes. This guide is for potential residents, family members and friends.
Residential Care Facilities
Residential Care Facilities are homes for six or more people. They offer room and board with 24-hour supervision, assistance with physical care needs, medication monitoring, planned activities, and often transportation services. Some offer private rooms, and some registered nurse consultation services. Residential care facilities are inspected, monitored and licensed by the State of Oregon Senior and Disabled Services Division of the Department of Human Services.
For a listing of Residential Care Facilities in Washington County.
Assisted Living Facilities
Assisted Living facilities are homes with six or more private apartments. They are fully wheelchair accessible and offer full dining room services, housekeeping and call systems for emergency help. Registered nurse consultation is available. Physical care and additional health care supervision and assistance can be provided in your own apartment.
Organized activities and transportation are available. Assisted Living Facilities are inspected, monitored and licensed by the State of Oregon Senior and Disabled Services Division of the Department of Human Services.
For a listing of Assisted Living Facilities in Washington County.
For the Oregon Consumer Guide to Assisted Living and Residential Care Facilities.
Nursing Facilities
Nursing facilities provide nursing care on a 24-hour basis in a hospital-like setting. They provide skilled care, rehabilitation, and end-of-life care. Nursing facilities are most appropriate for people who need a more protective setting. Many residents have medical and behavioral needs that cannot be met in other care settings.
Oregon requires that all residents be screened before they enter a nursing facility. This screening assures that your service needs match the level of care you receive. The screening also helps you and your family explore other possible settings. Nursing facilities are inspected, licensed and monitored by the State of Oregon Senior and Disabled Services Division of the Department of Human Services in compliance with both state and federal regulations.
For a listing of Nursing Facilities in Washington County.
Comparison of Services
For a comparison of which services are available from which type of facility, see the State of Oregon’s Comparison of Long Term Care Facilities Chart.
