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Senior care in Portland–Vancouver–Hillsboro

Best Nursing Homes in Portland–Vancouver–Hillsboro

Facilities:8
Avg Score:42.8
High-Performing:25%

Quick Answer

Portland–Vancouver–Hillsboro has 8 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average SunsetWell score of 42.8/100. Top-rated facility: ROGUE VALLEY MANOR (score: 99). Typical costs range $6,000-$12,000/month for private pay. 25% of facilities score 75+ (high-performing).

Market Overview

Portland's skilled nursing landscape shows below average quality with 8 facilities averaging a SunsetWell score of 42.8. 25% of facilities score 75 or higher, indicating moderate availability of high-performing options.

The 99-point gap between highest and lowest-rated facilities highlights quality variation in this market. Families should review current state inspection reports, tour multiple facilities, and verify Medicaid/Medicare acceptance before making decisions.

Score Distribution

90-100 (Exceptional)
1
1 facility
75-89 (Excellent)
1
1 facility
60-74 (Above Average)
1
1 facility
40-59 (Mixed)
1
1 facility
0-39 (Lower)
4
4 facilities

🏆 Exceptional Care (90-100)

#1

ROGUE VALLEY MANOR

Nearby best option
Health: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
99(98%)
Exceptional

⭐ Excellent Options (75-89)

#2

REGENCY GRESHAM NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER

Nearby best option
Health: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
86(85%)
Excellent

Above Average (60-74)

#3

CRESWELL POST ACUTE

Nearby best option
Health: ⭐⭐⭐
Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
62(63%)
Good

✓ Mixed Quality (40-59)

#4

MARYVILLE

Nearby best option
Health: ⭐⭐
Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
54(54%)
Average

⚠️ Lower-Performing (0-39)

#5

FRIENDSHIP HEALTH CENTER

Health: ⭐
Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
26(27%)
Below Average
⚠️ Note: Lower scores indicate quality concerns. Families should carefully review current state inspection reports, conduct thorough personal tours, and verify current staffing levels before making decisions.
#6

AVAMERE RIVERPARK OF EUGENE

Nearby best option
Health: ⭐
Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐
Quality: ⭐⭐⭐
9(11%)
Below Average
⚠️ Note: Lower scores indicate quality concerns. Families should carefully review current state inspection reports, conduct thorough personal tours, and verify current staffing levels before making decisions.
#7

CASCADE TERRACE POST ACUTE

Health: ⭐
Staffing: ⭐⭐⭐
Quality: ⭐⭐⭐
7(8%)
Below Average
⚠️ Note: Lower scores indicate quality concerns. Families should carefully review current state inspection reports, conduct thorough personal tours, and verify current staffing levels before making decisions.
#8

ROYALE GARDENS HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER

Nearby best option
Health: ⭐
Staffing: ⭐
Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
0(0%)
Below Average
⚠️ Note: Lower scores indicate quality concerns. Families should carefully review current state inspection reports, conduct thorough personal tours, and verify current staffing levels before making decisions.

How to Choose the Right Facility

If quality is your top priority:

→ Consider: ROGUE VALLEY MANOR, REGENCY GRESHAM NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
These facilities score 75+ and demonstrate consistent excellence in health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

For urgent placement:

Contact top-rated facilities first to check availability. Consider expanding search to nearby metros if needed. Avoid rushing into lower-scoring facilities—invest time in thorough evaluation even in emergencies.

Important: Always tour facilities personally, review current state inspection reports, and verify Medicare/Medicaid acceptance before making final decisions. Scores provide objective comparison but cannot replace in-person evaluation.

Detailed Comparison

RankFacility
SunsetWell Score®
(0-100 weighted)
Percentile
(vs. state peers)
HealthStaffingQuality
1
ROGUE VALLEY MANOR
9998⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
2
REGENCY GRESHAM NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
8685⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
3
CRESWELL POST ACUTE
6263⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
4
MARYVILLE
5454⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
5
FRIENDSHIP HEALTH CENTER
2627⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
6
AVAMERE RIVERPARK OF EUGENE
911⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
7
CASCADE TERRACE POST ACUTE
78⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
8
ROYALE GARDENS HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER
00⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Additional Resources

State Oversight

  • • State Health Department: Check current inspection reports
  • • Medicare Nursing Home Compare: medicare.gov/care-compare
  • • State Ombudsman: Resident advocacy and complaints

Financial Planning

  • • Elder Law Attorney Referral: Plan Medicaid eligibility
  • • Veterans Benefits: VA Aid & Attendance
  • • Long-Term Care Insurance: Review policy coverage

Disclaimer: This guide is educational only. SunsetWell scores are based on CMS data and peer-group analysis. Always tour facilities personally, speak with staff, review current state inspection reports, and consult healthcare professionals before making placement decisions.

Last updated: January 2025 | Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare, State Health Departments, SunsetWell Analysis