Avamere at Chestnut Lane
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Gresham, OR
Avamere at Chestnut Lane
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Gresham, OR
Avamere at Chestnut Lane accepts Medicaid.
Avamere at Chestnut Lane is Gresham’s only deaf and blind supportive living community. The retirement home continues to show it excels in delivering quality healthcare to assisted living residents. Residents are guaranteed to experience a lifestyle that enhances their lives with care and ease through personalized care that caters to their needs. The lifestyle promoted in the community provides an environment where residents can celebrate their individuality and independence.
As an Avamere community, seniors can expect a reimagined way of living for each individual. Offering many activities and amenities that cater to the interests of every senior– the home features a recreational room, transportation services, in-house maintenance service, seasonal menus served daily, social activities, and wellness programs, ensuring that residents stay entertained and engaged throughout the day.
78-bed community Rank #114 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 114th out of 351 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
22 years in operation Rank #202 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 202nd out of 375 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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: 82 / 100 Rank #73 / 475Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 475 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceAugust 11, 2003
CountyMultnomah
Avamere at Chestnut Lane is administered by Renee Rickard.
Total
78 units
Total beds
78 units
Does not offer Alzheimer's Care
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.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
18 deficiencies
4 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 2023 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (2% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (42% below)
• Deficiencies per year (42% below)
• Licensing violations (17% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (2% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (42% below)
• Deficiencies per year (42% below)
• Licensing violations (17% below)
Latest Inspection
August 19, 2024
1 deficiency
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 18 | 31 | This facility has 42% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (18 vs. OR avg 31).↓ 42% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 6 | 10.3 | This facility has 42% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (6 vs. OR avg 10.3).↓ 42% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 4.5 | 4.4 | This facility has 2% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (4.5 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 2% worse |
|
Licensing violations
Violations of state licensing requirements identified during facility inspections.
| 10 | 12 | This facility has 17% fewer licensing violations than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (10 vs. OR avg 12).↓ 17% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 4 | 7 | This facility has had 43% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (4 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 43% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- August 19, 2024 complaint investigation found two unresolved deficiencies related to treatment orders and facility operations.
- May 28, 2024 kitchen inspection cited two food sanitation cleaning deficiencies, with one corrected and one still uncorrected.
- February 12, 2024 complaint investigation documented two unresolved deficiencies for staffing shortages and insufficient staff communication skills.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 368 - 555 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Avamere at Chestnut Lane
0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Gresham's city center to Avamere at Chestnut Lane's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.14 miles to nearest hospital (Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center)
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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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#80 / 351 | Yes |
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#193 / 475 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 48
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48
OR AVG
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24
OR AVG
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#132 / 291 | 4.0
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4.0
OR AVG
4.4
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| Avamere at Chestnut Lane | AL RC | Gresham (City Central) | 78
Facility
78
OR AVG
67
Rank
#114 / 351 | Yes |
82
Facility
82
OR AVG
55
Rank
#73 / 475 | Studio / 1 Bed | 22
Facility
22
OR AVG
21
Rank
#202 / 375 | - | 4 | 18
Facility
18
OR AVG
31
Rank
#86 / 291 | 4.5
Facility
4.5
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
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| Prestige Senior Living Huntington Terrace | AL | Gresham (North Central) | 75
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76
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76
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Facility
25
OR AVG
21
Rank
#159 / 375 | A+ | 4 | 5
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5
OR AVG
31
Rank
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Facility
1.3
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
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| Courtyard Fountains | AL IL RC | Gresham (North Central) | 53
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53
OR AVG
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Rank
#216 / 351 | Yes |
79
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79
OR AVG
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Rank
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OR AVG
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Rank
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23
OR AVG
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Rank
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4.6
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon
Avamere at Chestnut Lane is located in Gresham, Oregon.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avamere at Chestnut Lane
What neighborhood is Avamere at Chestnut Lane in?
Avamere at Chestnut Lane is in the City Central neighborhood of Gresham.
Is Avamere at Chestnut Lane in a walkable area?
Avamere at Chestnut Lane has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Are pets allowed at Avamere at Chestnut Lane?
Yes, Avamere at Chestnut Lane allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Avamere at Chestnut Lane?
The team at Avamere at Chestnut Lane can be reached at rrickard@avamerecommunities.com.
Who is the administrator of Avamere at Chestnut Lane?
Renee Rickard is the administrator of Avamere at Chestnut Lane.
How many beds does Avamere at Chestnut Lane have?
Avamere at Chestnut Lane has 78 beds.
Has Avamere at Chestnut Lane had any deficiencies?
Avamere at Chestnut Lane has had 15 reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS).
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