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Washington Gardens Memory Care
A few minutes away from Woodburn, Washington Gardens Memory Care in Metzger is the trusted choice for assisted living care for Alzheimer’s and dementia. The community boasts a secure and comfortable environment where many residents and their families feel they belong, thanks to the warm and welcoming atmosphere the home holds. The staff creates a nurturing environment within the community grounds while basking in world-class hospitality in a resort-style setting.
Washington Gardens’ lifestyle is built on delivering a comfortable, convenient, and flexible senior living experience. Its featured accommodations include personalized care plans, daily health checks and medication management, housekeeping, ADLs, scheduled activities, specific care programs, and comprehensive memory care training.
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About this community
Washington Gardens Memory Care is legally operated by Tigard Memory Associates, LLC, and administered by Tamara Wright.
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.
• Total deficiencies (25% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (at OR avg)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 24 | 32 | This facility has 25% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (24 vs. OR avg 32).↓ 25% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 4.8 | 4.81 | This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the Oregon average (4.8 vs. OR avg 4.81).— At avg |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total inspections
| 5 | 7 | This facility has had 29% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (5 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 29% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 158 - 184 / 232 sq. ft
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
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Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Washington Gardens Memory Care
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2.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Tigard's city center to Washington Gardens Memory Care'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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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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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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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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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| The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Springfield | 115
Facility
115
OR AVG
67
Rank
#31 / 350 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
OR AVG
56
Rank
#288 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
OR AVG
22
Rank
#352 / 375 | - | A+ | 3 | 2
Facility
2
OR AVG
31
Rank
#8 / 283 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#7 / 283 | Foc - Springfield II, LLC | Peter Blanchard |
| Brookdale Medford | AL | Medford | 95
Facility
95
OR AVG
67
Rank
#61 / 350 | Yes |
41
Facility
41
OR AVG
56
Rank
#329 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed | 46
Facility
46
OR AVG
22
Rank
#9 / 375 | - | - | 2 | 2
Facility
2
OR AVG
31
Rank
#8 / 283 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#11 / 283 | Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc | Amanda Randolph |
| Rose Linn Care Center | AL MC NH RESC SNF | West Linn (Willamette) | 71
Facility
71
OR AVG
67
Rank
#137 / 350 | No |
33
Facility
33
OR AVG
56
Rank
#374 / 462 | - | 31
Facility
31
OR AVG
22
Rank
#71 / 375 |
85.9%
Facility
85.9%
OR AVG
74.7%
Rank
#22 / 69 | - | 14 | 6
Facility
6
OR AVG
31
Rank
#22 / 283 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#3 / 283 | West Linn Care Center Operating Company, LLC | Brady Waldroff |
| Washington Gardens Memory Care | AL MC RC | Tigard (Metzger) | 48
Facility
48
OR AVG
67
Rank
#236 / 350 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
OR AVG
56
Rank
#280 / 462 | Private Rooms | 14
Facility
14
OR AVG
22
Rank
#261 / 375 | - | - | 5 | 24
Facility
24
OR AVG
31
Rank
#137 / 283 | 4.8
Facility
4.8
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#148 / 283 | Tigard Memory Associates, LLC | Tamara Wright |
| Willamette View | AL HC IL MC NH RESC SNF | Portland | 6
Facility
6
OR AVG
67
Rank
#343 / 350 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
OR AVG
56
Rank
#316 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 32
Facility
32
OR AVG
22
Rank
#60 / 375 |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
OR AVG
74.7%
Rank
#2 / 69 | - | 5 | 8
Facility
8
OR AVG
31
Rank
#33 / 283 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#28 / 283 | Willamette View, Inc | Matthew Hartley |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington Gardens Memory Care
What neighborhood is Washington Gardens Memory Care in?
Washington Gardens Memory Care is in the Metzger neighborhood of Tigard.
Who is the owner of Washington Gardens Memory Care?
Washington Gardens Memory Care is legally operated by Tigard Memory Associates, LLC, and administered by Tamara Wright.
Is Washington Gardens Memory Care in a walkable area?
Washington Gardens Memory Care has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Washington Gardens Memory Care been in business?
Washington Gardens Memory Care has been operating for approximately 14 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Washington Gardens Memory Care?
Yes, Washington Gardens Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Washington Gardens Memory Care?
The team at Washington Gardens Memory Care can be reached at administrator@washingtongardensmemorycare.com.
Who is the administrator of Washington Gardens Memory Care?
Tamara Wright is the administrator of Washington Gardens Memory Care.
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