Brookdale Troutdale is a senior living community located in Troutdale, Oregon, specializing in memory care services. The facility is designed specifically to accommodate the needs of individuals experiencing memory loss and related cognitive challenges. Brookdale Troutdale operates as a memory-care-only community, with English as the primary language of communication. The environment is secured and structured to support the safety and well-being of residents, and amenities include a barber and beauty salon, fitness programs, and various enrichment activities.
The care and medical support available at Brookdale Troutdale include comprehensive memory care programming tailored to each resident’s needs. Residents receive diabetes management, including monitoring and assistance with insulin or oral medication as prescribed. Medication management services are provided to ensure safe and timely administration of all prescribed medications, with protocols in place for accurate record-keeping. The facility is equipped to provide incontinence care and ambulatory assistance. Residents who require full support with activities of daily living—such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting—receive hands-on help from trained staff. Living spaces and common areas are arranged to promote ease of navigation for those with ambulatory or cognitive challenges and to minimize confusion and risk of wandering.
Brookdale Troutdale offers complimentary transportation services for residents. These transportation options are available for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes, such as shopping trips or group outings, ensuring residents can access necessary health care and participate in community or recreational activities outside the facility.
Reviews from residents and family members commonly note that Brookdale Troutdale (including the Clare Bridge program) is kept clean and well-maintained, with staff on the floors generally perceived as friendly, caring, and helpful. Staff members are often highlighted for their responsiveness and ability to help residents adjust, as well as their involvement in providing engaging activities, entertainment, and exercise classes. Food services receive varied feedback, with many noting satisfaction but some recommending improvements in portion size and variety. Activity programming is appreciated for its role in keeping residents engaged, although suggestions for added creativity and more specialized dementia-focused offerings are reported.
Family members often express appreciation for the homelike environment and the facility’s unique focus on dementia care needs. However, some reviews note challenges, especially related to administration—such as inconsistent responsiveness to inquiries, concerns about billing transparency, and reports of additional charges. Concerns about staff turnover and occasional understaffing, particularly in memory care wings or during late shifts, are also mentioned, with some families reporting delays in resident care as a result. Furthermore, the facility layout is sometimes viewed as confusing, and a few concerns arise with respect to supervision and resident security. Despite these issues, many residents and families report positive experiences with floor staff and express satisfaction with the cleanliness and comfort of the community.
Costs at this community start at $6,470 and range up to $6,790. The average price in the community is $6,630, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,840. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
