Advocate Care
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Portland, OR

Advocate Care

Assisted Living & Residential Care · Portland, OR

Overview of Advocate Care

With 34 beds, Advocate Care is a residential care community in Portland, Oregon, that has been offering personal care for 11 years. The community also provides medical oversight with a physician on staff and a nursing team available 24-hours. With a Walk Score of 10, its location on Southeast Holgate Boulevard is car-dependent and requires transportation for most errands.

The community’s dining services accommodate residents’ preferences and requests if possible, providing a varied menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A comprehensive activities program is also conducted, which includes on-site events and community outings to encourage engagement and social interaction. A courtyard is also available, while transportation services are provided to help residents access local amenities.

Recurring concerns related to resident monitoring, medication and treatment documentation, fire safety procedures, and sanitation practices in kitchen and infection control areas have been identified through inspections by the Oregon Department of Human Services. Other ongoing areas of concern also include staffing adequacy and community maintenance. Families exploring care options are advised to discuss how these areas are managed and what measures are implemented to support quality and safety.

Bed community size
34-bed community Rank #290 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 290th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
11 years in operation Rank #278 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 278th 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 10 / 100 Rank #441 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 441st 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 27, 2015
CountyMultnomah
License Number50R417

Ownership & Operating Entity

Advocate Care is administered by Leah Pedigo.

Owner NameAdvocate Care, LLC

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Nurses-to-Resident Ratio: 1:32

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Overnight GuestsSmall pets welcome upon approval
Minimum Age18-65

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Transportation
Activities
Wellness Program24 hour nursing staff, RN within the building
Touring HoursMo 09:00-05:00, Tu 09:00-05:00, We 09:00-05:00, Th 09:00-05:00, Fr 09:00-05:00

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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.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 20 deficiencies 5 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Since 2022 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (38% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (17% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2032 This facility has 38% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (20 vs. OR avg 32).↓ 38% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.04.81 This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (4 vs. OR avg 4.81).↓ 17% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 57 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

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Address 8.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Advocate 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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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.
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, LLCSteven 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, LLCTatiana 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, LLCGelissa Crichton-Jean-Joseph
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 LLCAirene Keppel
Advocate Care
AL
RESC
Portland
34
Facility 34
OR AVG 67
Rank #290 / 350
No
10
Facility 10
OR AVG 56
Rank #441 / 462
-
11
Facility 11
OR AVG 22
Rank #278 / 375
-5
20
Facility 20
OR AVG 31
Rank #106 / 283
4.0
Facility 4.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #114 / 283
-Leah Pedigo

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

Advocate Care is located in PORTLAND, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.

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Oregon Project Independence (OPI)

OPI

Age 60+
General Oregon resident, at risk of nursing home but not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OR

Cost-sharing required; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care

OR Medicaid CBC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Oregon resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OR

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Portland).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Oregon PACE (e.g., Providence ElderPlace)

Age 55+
General OR resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OR

Available in 11 counties (e.g., Multnomah, Washington); Providence ElderPlace dominant provider.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oregon Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OR resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OR

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Oregon Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OR resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OR

15 regions; rural priority; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Oregon VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OR resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OR

High veteran demand; Oregon Veterans’ Homes option.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Property Tax Deferral Program

Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Citizens

Age 62+
General OR resident, homeowner 5+ years, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$58,000/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Home value < county median; equity > 15%.
OR

Deferred taxes accrue 6% interest; repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Tax deferral (~$1,000-$3,000/year avg., varies by county)

Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)

Oregon Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General OR resident (or spouse of any age); no income limit.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OR

Includes Meals on Wheels; prioritizes homebound/low-income.

Benefits
Home-delivered or congregate meals (~$5-$7/meal value, 5 meals/week avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Advocate Care

Is Advocate Care in a walkable area?

Advocate Care has a walk score of 10. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Advocate Care?

According to OR state health department records, Advocate Care's license number is 50R417.

How long has Advocate Care been in business?

Advocate Care has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Advocate Care?

No, Advocate Care has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Advocate Care?

The team at Advocate Care can be reached at leahpedigo@gmail.com.

Who is the administrator of Advocate Care?

Leah Pedigo is the administrator of Advocate Care.

How many beds does Advocate Care have?

Advocate Care has 34 beds.

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