St. Andrews Memory Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Portland, OR

St. Andrews Memory Care

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Portland, OR
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St. Andrews Memory Care accepts Medicaid.

Overview of St. Andrews Memory Care

Considerably one of the trusted memory care facilities in Portland, its ideal location allows seniors to enjoy the city’s natural scenery. The residents and their families entrust the caring staff at St. Andrews Memory Care they ensure that residents are also able to create a vibrant social life, so they provide engaging activities for them to take part in as a chance to develop meaningful relationships among staff and residents. St. Andrews is a memory care community that explores all possibilities ever imagined.

St. Andrews practices a stress-free and well-balanced lifestyle in a stimulating environment. Highlights of their amenities and services include laundry services, transportation services, healthy and savory chef-prepared meals, memory retention activities, and fitness activities.

Bed community size
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.
Years in operation
40 years in operation Rank #23 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd 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
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
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 1, 1998
CountyMultnomah

Ownership & Operating Entity

St. Andrews Memory Care is legally operated by MTA Homes at St. Andrews LLC, and administered by Lauren Beard.

Type Of Units

Total
85 units
Total beds
85 units

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed

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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.

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.

Overall vs. OR average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (128% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (116% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 7332 This facility has 128% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (73 vs. OR avg 32).↑ 128% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 10.44.81 This facility has 116% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (10.4 vs. OR avg 4.81).↑ 116% worse

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. 77 This facility has total inspections in line with the Oregon average (7 vs. OR avg 7).— At avg

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near St. Andrews Memory Care

Address 4.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to St. Andrews Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.27 miles to nearest hospital (Adventist Health Portland)

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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.
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
St. Andrews Memory Care
AL
MC
Portland (Montavilla)
85
Facility 85
OR AVG 67
Rank #89 / 350
No
75
Facility 75
OR AVG 56
Rank #118 / 462
Private Rooms
40
Facility 40
OR AVG 22
Rank #23 / 375
A+7
73
Facility 73
OR AVG 31
Rank #274 / 283
10.4
Facility 10.4
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #276 / 283
Mta Homes At St. Andrews LLCLauren Beard
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

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

St. Andrews Memory Care is located in Portland, 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 St. Andrews Memory Care

What neighborhood is St. Andrews Memory Care in?

St. Andrews Memory Care is in the Montavilla neighborhood of Portland.

Who is the owner of St. Andrews Memory Care?

St. Andrews Memory Care is legally operated by MTA Homes at St. Andrews LLC, and administered by Lauren Beard.

Is St. Andrews Memory Care in a walkable area?

St. Andrews Memory Care 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 St. Andrews Memory Care been in business?

St. Andrews Memory Care has been operating for approximately 40 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at St. Andrews Memory Care?

No, St. Andrews Memory Care has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for St. Andrews Memory Care?

The team at St. Andrews Memory Care can be reached at lbeard@standrewsmc.com.

Who is the administrator of St. Andrews Memory Care?

Lauren Beard is the administrator of St. Andrews Memory Care.

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