Firwood Gardens
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Portland, OR
Firwood Gardens
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Portland, OR
Firwood Gardens accepts Medicaid.
Overview of Firwood Gardens
Cherish every moment of your golden years at Firwood Gardens, an idyllic community in the quiet neighborhood of Portland, OR, specializing in memory care. Committed to improving residents’ cognition, the community provides top-tier care and assistance for their unique needs and preferences around the clock. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with a compassionate and highly skilled team helping with their daily living activities and household responsibilities.
Stimulating activities and engaging programs are also conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Mealtimes not only meet dietary needs but also foster comfort with diverse dining options served daily. The community is equipped with a greenhouse, a putting green, a full-service hair salon, and beautifully manicured grounds, creating the perfect setting for a worry-free retirement.
85-bed community Rank #89 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 350 homes we track in Oregon for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Oregon facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
46 years in operation Rank #9 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 375 homes we track in Oregon for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 82 / 100 Rank #72 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 462 homes we track in Oregon for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 1, 1980
CountyMultnomah
Firwood Gardens is legally operated by Sapphire At Firwood, LLC, and administered by Tatiana Misa.
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Call Light System
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Hospice
Transitional Independent Living
Smoking not allowed
Activities
Housekeeping
Laundry
Nutritious Daily Meals
Specific ProgramsHome Care, Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Care
Inspection History
In Oregon, the Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities performs unannounced surveys and regular inspections to ensure resident safety in all care settings.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Oregon state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Overall vs. OR average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (38% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (31% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (38% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (31% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 44 | 32 | This facility has 38% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (44 vs. OR avg 32).↑ 38% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 6.3 | 4.81 | This facility has 31% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (6.3 vs. OR avg 4.81).↑ 31% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 7 | 7 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Oregon average (7 vs. OR avg 7).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Health Programs
Places of interest near Firwood Gardens
6.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Firwood Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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| Regency Park | AL MC | Portland (Cedar Mill) | 118
Facility
118
OR AVG
67
Rank
#28 / 350 | Yes |
55
Facility
55
OR AVG
56
Rank
#254 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed | 39
Facility
39
OR AVG
22
Rank
#24 / 375 | - | 4 | 12
Facility
12
OR AVG
31
Rank
#44 / 283 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#71 / 283 | Cascade Living Group Management, LLC | Steven Matthews |
| Firwood Gardens | AL MC | Portland (Hazelwood) | 85
Facility
85
OR AVG
67
Rank
#89 / 350 | No |
82
Facility
82
OR AVG
56
Rank
#72 / 462 | Studio / Suite | 46
Facility
46
OR AVG
22
Rank
#9 / 375 | A+ | 7 | 44
Facility
44
OR AVG
31
Rank
#230 / 283 | 6.3
Facility
6.3
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#202 / 283 | Sapphire At Firwood, LLC | Tatiana Misa |
| Courtyard at Mount Tabor | AL IL MC | Portland (Southeast Portland) | 80
Facility
80
OR AVG
67
Rank
#104 / 350 | Yes |
68
Facility
68
OR AVG
56
Rank
#171 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 34
Facility
34
OR AVG
22
Rank
#50 / 375 | A+ | 7 | 21
Facility
21
OR AVG
31
Rank
#111 / 283 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#71 / 283 | Sssht Opco Se Division Street, LLC | Gelissa Crichton-Jean-Joseph |
| Arcadia Senior Living | AL RC | Portland (Powellhurst-Gilbert) | 74
Facility
74
OR AVG
67
Rank
#128 / 350 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
OR AVG
56
Rank
#365 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
OR AVG
22
Rank
#294 / 375 | A+ | 6 | 11
Facility
11
OR AVG
31
Rank
#42 / 283 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#30 / 283 | Arcadia Senior Housing, LLC | Kevin Call |
| Markham House Assisted Living | AL RC | Portland (West Portland Park) | 63
Facility
63
OR AVG
67
Rank
#168 / 350 | Yes |
75
Facility
75
OR AVG
56
Rank
#118 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 33
Facility
33
OR AVG
22
Rank
#56 / 375 | A+ | 5 | 21
Facility
21
OR AVG
31
Rank
#111 / 283 | 4.2
Facility
4.2
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#122 / 283 | Markham House Sl LLC | Airene Keppel |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Firwood Gardens
What neighborhood is Firwood Gardens in?
Firwood Gardens is in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland.
Who is the owner of Firwood Gardens?
Firwood Gardens is legally operated by Sapphire At Firwood, LLC, and administered by Tatiana Misa.
Is Firwood Gardens in a walkable area?
Firwood Gardens has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
How long has Firwood Gardens been in business?
Firwood Gardens has been operating for approximately 46 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Firwood Gardens?
No, Firwood Gardens has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Firwood Gardens?
The team at Firwood Gardens can be reached at tmisa@sapphirehealthservices.com.
Who is the administrator of Firwood Gardens?
Tatiana Misa is the administrator of Firwood Gardens.
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