St. Andrews Memory Care
$4,100 – $9,100/mo
Starting price
Assisted Living
Care types
Shared, Private
Room options
Yes
Wheelchair access
About St. Andrews Memory Care
St. Andrews Memory Care in Southeast Portland specializes in supporting individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's through tailored memory care programs. The community emphasizes cognitive engagement with activities like music therapy and art classes, designed to stimulate residents' minds and encourage social interaction. Its historic campus features original hardwood floors and a 200-year-old chapel, complemented by walking paths and garden spaces that invite outdoor enjoyment. With 24-hour medical monitoring, medication management, and a dedicated activities leader praised for enhancing resident engagement, St. Andrews balances clinical care with enriching daily experiences. Private and shared rooms accommodate diverse needs, while chef-prepared meals cater to special diets in an elegant dining setting.
Our Care Approach
St. Andrews Memory Care focuses on individualized memory care with a team of trained nurses, therapists, and caregivers. The approach combines medical oversight, including medication management and 24-hour monitoring, with cognitive and social stimulation through tailored activities. Staff dedication to resident well-being is evident, though operational challenges have been noted.
Family Experience
Families often highlight positive communication with staff and appreciate the visible improvements in their loved ones’ engagement, especially through activities. However, some express disappointment with staffing turnover and room size discrepancies. Overall, families feel reassured by the qualified staff but desire more consistent supervision and transparency.
Care & Services
Services and care programs available at St. Andrews Memory Care.
Medical Care Services
Includes 24-hour medical monitoring, medication management, and nursing care tailored to memory care residents.
Personal Care Services
Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily living activities provided by specially trained caregivers.
Specialized Care
Focused memory care programming with cognitive stimulation, music therapy, art classes, and behavioral support tailored for dementia and Alzheimer's.
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Living Environment
Cleanliness & Maintenance
The facility maintains a historic and elegant setting with original hardwood floors and landscaped grounds, though some reviews suggest organizational challenges that may affect upkeep consistency.
Atmosphere & Community Feel
Residents benefit from a lively social environment supported by specialized activities and a dedicated staff, fostering meaningful engagement despite some operational concerns.
Safety & Security
While 24-hour medical monitoring and emergency alert systems are in place, reviews indicate occasional safety issues such as resident falls and the need for improved caregiver training.
Amenities
Reviews
Based on 22 reviews
Reviews reveal a mixed picture: many families appreciate the caring and dedicated staff, especially the activities team, which positively impacts resident engagement. However, concerns about inconsistent supervision, frequent staff turnover, small room sizes, and occasional safety issues like resident falls were noted. Overall, families value the community’s specialized memory care but highlight areas needing improvement in organization and staffing consistency.
- Engaging and vibrant activities led by staff like Ms. Nikitta
- Caring and competent employees who make a difference
- Specialized programming that promotes cognitive stimulation
- Frequent staff changes causing inconsistent supervision
- Small room sizes and misleading room presentations
- Concerns about resident safety due to frequent falls
Kirsten Schwanke
I have 2 years of experience visiting my friend here. The facility is poorly organized, lacks adequate and consistent supervision, frequently changing staff, very tiny rooms, made misleading statements when showing a sample room, which was much nicer and bigger. Residents had frequent falls. This is not a place I can recommend, although some employees are caring and competent.
Tabitha Kerns
Facility needs to train caregivers,med techs and Bom better.
Heather Young
There are many senior living facilities in the area but few provide the level of care and dedication to their residents as the team at st andrews.
9 more residents rated this community with an average of 3.2 stars
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Pricing
$4,100 – $9,100/mo
Pricing varies by room type, care level, and services selected.
Available Room Types
Value Consideration
Pricing ranges from $4,100 to $9,100 monthly, positioning St. Andrews above the Portland average. The community offers extensive amenities and specialized memory care services that justify the premium, but some reviews question value due to staffing inconsistencies and room size limitations.
Location & Neighborhood
About the Area
Located in Southeast Portland, St. Andrews Memory Care sits in a vibrant, diverse neighborhood with easy access to medical centers like Providence St. Vincent and Adventist Medical Center. The area offers a mix of local businesses, dining options, and public transit, supporting an active lifestyle for residents and visitors alike.
Nearby Attractions
- Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
- Roscoe's Restaurant
- Portland Cà Phê
Public Transportation
- Nearby public transit routes on SE Main St
- Accessible bus lines connecting to downtown Portland
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