Cedar Crest

When it became apparent that our parents’ cognitive problems had progressed to the point that the assisted care facility where they were living could no longer provide the level of care they needed, my sister and I worked with an agency to find a memory care facility. We wanted to find a place where they could continue to live together (as they had for 70 years), they would feel at home, and where we were confident they would have good care. Our primary search criteria were: 1. Allow them to stay together 2. Quality care 3. Warm “homey” atmosphere 4. Location somewhere between Beaverton and McMinnville 5. Option to pay down to Medicaid After reviewing around 15 – 20 memory care facilities, we ended up visiting five and chose Cedar Crest Alzheimer’s Specialty Care. It’s a small, well-cared for facility, with a warm atmosphere. It includes a central gathering area where the residents and staff can mingle. There are two nice fireside rooms with home type furnishings and fireplaces, a sunny atrium area at the end of one hall, and a manicured courtyard with a covered area for spending time outside, when they weather cooperates. They have shared (2-person) and private rooms. The shared rooms are larger than most of the other facilities we visited. The entire staff, including the administration staff, resource director, maintenance director, executive director, activities director, housekeeping, and the chef are all very friendly and easy to access. Any billing or financial questions were promptly answered by either the local administration staff or the central office. Although our parents passed away within a year of moving to Cedar Crest, during their time there we saw no turnover in any leadership staff positions. The care staff is caring, attentive and knowledgeable. My sister and I were always comfortable that we could count on the care staff to be on top of Mom’s or Dad’s condition on any given day and would be proactively informed of any problems. They took the time to discuss any concerns or questions we had regarding care plans. The optional OPTUM Medicare Advantage program was a major help for us. Medical care that could be managed by a nurse practitioner, as well as dental, hearing, and vision care are provided by visiting health care providers on site. As Mom’s and Dad’s health declined and they entered hospice care, the staff worked hand in hand with the hospice care staff to keep them comfortable and active. I would recommend a visit to Cedar Crest to anyone looking for memory care for a loved one.

From the first day I met Mecaela and her teammates at Cedar Crest I felt welcome and reassured about the care my husband would receive. This was one of several I toured that week and the warm, homey feel of this facility kept drawing me back. The staff I met were always helpful and showed genuine caring for their residents. My husband is just settling in, but I am so grateful for the care and safety he is getting. This is not the cold, sterile atmosphere of rehab or a hospital, but more like a home!

My wife spent the last 11 months of her Alzeihmer's journey with Cedar Crest. She got the very best of care - a heart felt thanks to the staff. They were more than staff. They took care of Helen like she was family, spending time with her out of their busy days. I also felt like family. They showed real compassion and would regularly check in with me to see how I was doing. They still do! A well deserved 5 star - thank you!

From entering the facility during Covid and going through a resident cycle without external support, I felt that Cedar Crest did a remarkable job. They are compassionate and understanding. I encountered several men that had placed their wives with Cedar Crest, and we all agreed that we were blessed to have wives taken care of at Cedar Crest. The best review I could give is that, if I had to do it over again, I would choose Cedar Crest without reservation. No Memory Care Facility is perfect, and they are subject to customer complaints, but I believe Cedar Crest is one of the best.