Oregon State Memory Care Regulations

What agency is in charge of regulating memory care in Oregon?

• The Oregon Department of Human Services — Office of Safety, Oversight and Quality regulates assisted living facilities, residential care facilities, and endorsed memory care communities as these are permitted by the state to provide memory care services to seniors with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

Where can I research the violations history of a memory care community in Oregon?

• You can use the Department of Human Services Facility Search to research inspection reports for specialty care assisted living facilities. Select “Search By Facility,” then enter the name of the community you wish to search for in the “Facility Name” field.
• If you have questions about a community’s violation history you can also contact The Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman for more information.

Are caregivers at memory care communities in Oregon required to receive dementia-specific training when they are first hired?

• Yes, caregivers at memory care communities are required to receive dementia-specific training.

Are administrators at memory care communities in Oregon required to receive dementia-specific training when they are first hired?

• Yes, administrators are required to receive dementia-specific training but only for communities that are designated to provide memory care.

Are Oregon residents required to be screened for cognitive impairments before they are admitted to a memory care community?

• Yes, residents at memory care communities are required to be screened for cognitive impairments.

Looking for memory care communities in Oregon but not sure which to choose? A Place for Mom’s local Senior Living Advisors can help you find the community that is right for your family’s needs. We only refer families to licensed facilities, and our staff conducts a licensing and violation audit every six months to confirm the license status of each community we partner with.

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Sources

https://pdxscholar.library.pdx.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1082&context=aging_pub

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The term “assisted living” encompasses a wide range of residential settings that provide care services to seniors, including those with dementia. Each state is in charge of regulating these facilities. While these regulations can vary widely, many states tend to have specific provisions for memory care services that can fall under the umbrella of assisted living.