Markham House Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Portland, OR
Markham House Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Portland, OR
Markham House Assisted Living accepts Medicaid.
Overview of Markham House Assisted Living
With its convenient location in the serene neighborhood of Southwest Capitol Highway, Portland, OR, Markham House is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. Featuring snug and purposely built accommodation in various studio to two-bedroom floor plans, residents have plenty of options to choose from to ensure their comfort and safety. Here, residents will surely enjoy their later years with a kind and highly skilled team attending to their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock.
Empowering residents to live actively and socially engaged, fun activities and stimulating programs are conducted according to their interests and strengths. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Medication assistance, mobility assistance, care coordication, and health maintenance are provided for residents’ comfort and convenience. Live your golden years without worries with the community’s genuine care and welcoming environment.
63-bed community Rank #168 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 168th 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.
33 years in operation Rank #56 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th 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: 75 / 100 Rank #118 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 118th 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 TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceMarch 1, 1994
CountyMultnomah
Markham House Assisted Living is legally operated by Markham House Sl LLC, and administered by Airene Keppel.
Total
63 units
Total beds
63 units
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Email
admin@markhamsl.com
Smoking not allowed
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
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (34% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (13% below)
• Total deficiencies (34% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (13% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 21 | 32 | This facility has 34% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (21 vs. OR avg 32).↓ 34% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 4.2 | 4.81 | This facility has 13% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (4.2 vs. OR avg 4.81).↓ 13% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 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
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Housekeeping Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Markham House Assisted Living
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5.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Markham House Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.91 miles to nearest hospital (OHSU Hospital)
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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 |
Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about Markham House Assisted Living
What neighborhood is Markham House Assisted Living in?
Markham House Assisted Living is in the West Portland Park neighborhood of Portland.
Who is the owner of Markham House Assisted Living?
Markham House Assisted Living is legally operated by Markham House Sl LLC, and administered by Airene Keppel.
Is Markham House Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Markham House Assisted Living has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
How long has Markham House Assisted Living been in business?
Markham House Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 33 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Markham House Assisted Living?
Yes, Markham House Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Markham House Assisted Living?
The team at Markham House Assisted Living can be reached at admin@markhamsl.com.
Who is the administrator of Markham House Assisted Living?
Airene Keppel is the administrator of Markham House Assisted Living.
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