Powell Valley Memory Care Community
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Gresham, OR
Powell Valley Memory Care Community
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Gresham, OR
Overview of Powell Valley Memory Care Community
Offering skilled nursing and respite care, Powell Valley Memory Care Community is a nursing home in Gresham, Oregon, that can accommodate 42 residents. The community has been providing care for those in need of short-term services or ongoing support for 27 years. 24-hour staffing is also available, along with a registered nurse who oversees care coordination.
Focusing on health management, medication support, and structured activities, the community provides three chef-prepared meals with a snack. Weekly outings, group activities, and entertainment programs are also provided to promote opportunities for engagement, socialization, and recreation.
Medication assistance and ongoing medical support are offered as part of 24-hour health services, helping residents remain comfortable and well cared for as their needs evolve. Housekeeping, laundry, and concierge services are also provided to add convenience for residents and their families. Utilities, including WiFi and expanded basic cable television, are included, while transportation is arranged for medical appointments and errands.
The community is located in a somewhat walkable area, although most travel outside the neighborhood requires transportation. Its smaller size, nursing oversight, and consistent staffing contribute to a more intimate setting that some families may prefer over larger communities.
Over the past years, state inspections have highlighted areas of concern, including food preparation, sanitation procedures, infection control, and staff training.
An in-person tour of Powell Valley Memory Care Community may benefit families exploring care options, as it can provide them with valuable insight into the community’s environment, care approach, and overall daily environment.
42-bed community Rank #263 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 263rd out of 351 homes in Oregon. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.
27 years in operation Rank #115 / 374Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 115th out of 374 homes in Oregon. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 47 / 100 Rank #306 / 476Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 306th out of 476 homes in Oregon. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceAugust 30, 1998
CountyMultnomah
License Number5MA213
Powell Valley Memory Care Community is administered by Princess Lani Gafa.
Owner NameW2 Powell Valley, LLC
Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsWireless emergency call system.
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Health Services Staff On-Site 24/7
Care Coordination Overseen By Registered Nurses
Three Chef-Inspired Meals Daily
Medication Assistance
Housekeeping
Maintenance And Concierge Services
Laundry And Linen Service
All Utilities Including Expanded Basic Cable Tv And Wifi
Scheduled Transportation To Medical Appointments
Shopping And Entertainment
Secured Setting
Activities
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
38 deficiencies
6 inspections
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.
Since 2022 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (23% above)
• Deficiencies per year (22% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (23% above)
• Deficiencies per year (22% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
September 25, 2025
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
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38 | 31 | This facility has 23% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (38 vs. OR avg 31).↑ 23% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2022.
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9.5 | 7.8 | This facility has 22% more deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (9.5 vs. OR avg 7.8).↑ 22% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
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6.3 | 4.4 | This facility has 43% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (6.3 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 43% worse |
Inspections
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This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
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6 | 7 | This facility has had 14% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (6 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 14% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- May 23, 2025 re-licensure inspection found 21 deficiencies including residents' rights, abuse reporting, infection prevention, staffing, and fire safety, with multiple issues uncorrected at revisit.
- September 25, 2025 kitchen inspection found failures in food sanitation and administration compliance, with deficiencies uncorrected at revisit.
- June 15, 2023 complaint investigation confirmed failures in timely resident health evaluation and involuntary move-out notice issuance, acknowledged by the administrator.
Places of interest near Powell Valley Memory Care Community
0.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Gresham's city center to Powell Valley Memory Care Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities.
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| Powell Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care Community |
AL
NH
MC
RC
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Gresham (Southeast 182Nd Avenue) |
106
Facility
106
OR AVG
67
Rank
#43 / 351
| Yes |
73
Facility
73
OR AVG
55
Rank
#136 / 476
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
38
Facility
38
OR AVG
21
Rank
#32 / 374
| 64.7% | A+ | 10 |
54
Facility
54
OR AVG
31
Rank
#292 / 334
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5.4
Facility
5.4
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#207 / 334
| - | - |
| Brookdale Mt. Hood |
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
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Gresham (Northeast) |
88
Facility
88
OR AVG
67
Rank
#81 / 351
| Yes |
64
Facility
64
OR AVG
55
Rank
#194 / 476
| Studio / Suite / 1 Bed |
48
Facility
48
OR AVG
21
Rank
#3 / 374
| - | A+ | 6 |
24
Facility
24
OR AVG
31
Rank
#220 / 334
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4.0
Facility
4.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#237 / 334
| Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc | Brittany Thurston |
| Prestige Senior Living Huntington Terrace |
AL
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Gresham (North Central) |
75
Facility
75
OR AVG
67
Rank
#124 / 351
| Yes |
76
Facility
76
OR AVG
55
Rank
#110 / 476
| Studio / 1 Bed |
25
Facility
25
OR AVG
21
Rank
#159 / 374
| - | A+ | 4 |
5
Facility
5
OR AVG
31
Rank
#9 / 334
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1.3
Facility
1.3
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#5 / 334
| Chp-Gresham-Huntington Terrace Or Tenant Corp | Terry Braun |
| Powell Valley Memory Care Community |
AL
MC
RC
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Gresham |
42
Facility
42
OR AVG
67
Rank
#263 / 351
| No |
47
Facility
47
OR AVG
55
Rank
#306 / 476
| - |
27
Facility
27
OR AVG
21
Rank
#115 / 374
| - | - | 6 |
41
Facility
41
OR AVG
31
Rank
#231 / 334
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6.8
Facility
6.8
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#260 / 334
| - | Princess Lani Gafa |
| Bonaventure of Gresham |
AL
IL
MC
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Gresham (North Central) |
27
Facility
27
OR AVG
67
Rank
#316 / 351
| Yes |
64
Facility
64
OR AVG
55
Rank
#194 / 476
| Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
27
Facility
27
OR AVG
21
Rank
#115 / 374
| - | A+ | 8 |
62
Facility
62
OR AVG
31
Rank
#294 / 334
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7.8
Facility
7.8
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#263 / 334
| Bonaventure Of Gresham, LLC | Kelly Thomas |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon
Powell Valley Memory Care Community is located in GRESHAM, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Powell Valley Memory Care Community
Who is the owner of Powell Valley Memory Care Community?
Powell Valley Memory Care Community is legally operated by W2 Powell Valley, LLC, and administered by Princess Lani Gafa.
Is Powell Valley Memory Care Community in a walkable area?
Powell Valley Memory Care Community has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Powell Valley Memory Care Community?
According to OR state health department records, Powell Valley Memory Care Community's license number is 5MA213.
What is the best email address for Powell Valley Memory Care Community?
The team at Powell Valley Memory Care Community can be reached at mc-admin@powellvalley.net.
Who is the administrator of Powell Valley Memory Care Community?
Princess Lani Gafa is the administrator of Powell Valley Memory Care Community.
How many beds does Powell Valley Memory Care Community have?
Powell Valley Memory Care Community has 42 beds.
Has Powell Valley Memory Care Community had any recent deficiencies?
Powell Valley Memory Care Community has had 38 recently reported deficiencies.
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